Human Capital (Il capitale umano)

Still not done with the glasses? Get a move on!

No, put it further back so everything will fit!

Good! Let's make it quick.

Leaving already?

Piss off, Saman! I clocked in an hour before everyone else.

See you Monday, payday.

We'll see...

We'll see, my ass!

HUMAN CAPITAL

SIX MONTHS EARLIER

- Here is fine. - The gate's open.

Leave me here.

- Just stop. - What's the problem, honey?

- I'll drop you off. - No.

What a pain. I knew it!

Look at this. Not too bad, Bernaschi!

- How many acres do you think this is? - Who cares!

CHAPTER 1 DINO

- All right, bye. - Bye.

- Morning. - Good morning, Carla.

- Is Massimiliano inside? - He has a surprise for you.

- Hello. - Is that your dad? - Yes, but he's leaving.

I'd like to meet him.

But I'm rushing off, I have a hectic day ahead of me.

I'm Serena's dad, she asked me to drop her off...

We've probably crossed paths at our kids' school!

Dino Ossola, nice to meet you.

You know, all of us here adore Serena!

She always talks about you too, I'm somewhat jealous!

I'd better go, I have an urgent meeting,

- otherwise we could've had coffee with Giovanni too. - No worries.

I have a "hardcore" day ahead of me too! No offence...

- Goodbye. - Bye.

Let's go, we're late.

- It went long! - Hello!

I'm Serena's dad, I just dropped her off.

- This place is stunning. - Do you play?

- We need a fourth. - I've hit a few balls.

I could go home and get my things.

You'll find what you need in the locker room, interested?

Yes!

- A wicked serve! - You're a whiz at the net.

They won't win a single game.

Dino!

Let's kill them!

All right!

So... is it true what they say about the Bernaschi hedge fund?

Depends on what they're saying.

There's talk of 40-50% return...

He had us sell America and buy Brazil

six months before everyone else.

- But you didn't hear that from me. - Of course.

- Some game! - Giovanni, blame it on doping!

It's all in the legs. We danced on the court.

The racket I used wasn't bad either.

You've got a good serve. You've played professionally?

I was a semi-pro, but 20 years and 22 pounds ago.

- You work in real estate? - Yes. - The market's booming.

- Lucky you. - I can't complain.

My father said: "Homes and coffins are always needed."

It's true, anyone can make a living this way.

I'm almost tempted to take a risk on something more... no?

Otherwise life is a drag.

Dino, you realize you've gotten yourself into a fix?

- Why, did I say something wrong? - You and I are top dogs!

- You'll have to come every Friday. - Right, we're a team.

We complete each other: I serve, you close.

Merciless!

- Bye, see you soon. - Hey, I was wondering...

now might not be the right time

but seeing there's a good vibe between us... - Yes?

Not to mention the kids...

Aren't they adorable together?

You want to buy into our fund.

Wow, you can read my mind!

Yes, I was thinking about a small share.

- Our minimum is 500. - 500,000?

- Yes. - That's fine.

Even 600,000 or 700,000.

Think it over and let me know.

Come see me at the Milan office.

- Thursday at 8:30? - Thursday at 8:30, perfect!

My man, Giovanni! You and I are a powerhouse.

Hello dear, the big boss is expecting me.

Why that face?

- Did you read the business plan? Read it! - I read it.

You want to expand, hire, buy land...

And you're certain you'll have a 30% return within a year.

30-40%, Giampiero, it's a conservative estimate.

It's not exactly a gift, you know...

You'll give me 700,000

but I'm using my house as collateral, it's worth at least 900.

Your house?

You put it in Serena's name during the divorce.

Yes, of course, but Serena agrees.

We need her signature. I have to convince the general managers.

You're awesome! I'll leave this for you.

What does Roberta think? Dino, you did tell her?

Of course! She agrees too.

Roby, honey?

In here.

Come here, sit down.

Are you upset with me? What have I done?

I couldn't believe it was positive,

so I did the blood test. I just got the results.

My beta levels are sky-high.

I'm pregnant!

That's great news, isn't it?

- Some enthusiasm! - It's the last thing I expected to hear.

You're telling me! Isn't it crazy?

- We have space, right? - We more or less have money...

We do.

Serena can stay in your study, since you never use it.

- Her room will become the baby's room. - You've got it all planned.

Serena came to the clinic...

I wanted to tell her but... I thought it was best you told her.

Yes, I'll tell her.

Honey!

The investor must acknowledge he's aware of the high risk

and illiquidity of the product.

Perrier? Fiji? Evian?

Oh, water! You decide, I trust you.

My pal Bernaschi isn't here today?

Giovanni's in a meeting right now. I'm sure he'll come say hello.

Now, onto the next point which clearly states that

the amount invested must represent a percentage

that doesn't exceed 20% of your patrimony.

Sorry for the pedantry, but we must verbalize it before you sign.

Fair enough.

And now... can I sign?

Go ahead.

Sign by the X's.

Oh, what the hell!

Just kidding!

Here he is! My man, Giovanni!

- How's everything? I'm signing. - Hello.

Sorry to bail out, but I fly to London in 30 minutes.

Get ready for Friday!

- Malesani's a beast at the net. - No worries, we'll bust his ass!

Have a good day, fellows.

Where were we?

SIX MONTHS LATER

OSSOLA REAL ESTATE

- Hey! - Ester, what a nice surprise.

- Have a seat. - Thanks.

- Okay... - Well?

Nothing, I wanted to say...

since they asked me many times...

Allied Property is interested in collaborating with you.

I'm sure they are, but I'm not interested in them.

Want to answer?

They'll call back, no worries.

Forgive me for saying this, but given the recession...

...think twice before saying no. - All right.

- Why aren't you answering my calls? - My man, Giampiero!

- You're not answering emails either! - Relax with these emails...

- Let's go, I'm really late. - Wait!

I can't. I'm going to a charity gala at Serena's school.

Who gives a shit! I'm risking my job because of you.

- Oh please! - You haven't made one payment yet, you bullshitted me.

You fired everyone and set up office in a broom closet!

It's called optimizing. You always say resources must be...

Look, I can't be late.

Know where we'll be sitting at the school gala?

At the Bernaschi's table, the table of honor!

- 5,000 euro a head minimum... - Who? - You heard me.

Bernaschi invited me and Roberta to his table.

He and I are buddies now, we're tennis partners too.

Didn't expect that, did you?

You used that 700,000 for Bernaschi's fund?

Upset?

Not those measly things you offer me with 2-3% returns.

Don't bust my balls,

I had to lie to get the money.

- I should punch you. - You won't, you're too smart.

You know this is a rare opportunity.

This stuff is tops.

We're talking about 40% returns, get my drift?

Why did Bernaschi let a guy like you buy in?

You've always underestimated me. I've got to go.

Evening, Mr. Ossola.

- Enjoy. - Thanks, darling.

Crotti!

Not now... after.

Excuse me.

Attorney...

- My man, Massimiliano, you'll win the prize tonight! - Hope so.

...kids who are made to feel like losers

end up in therapy with me.

- The pregnant one is already on the pulpit? - Your wife says

all this competition isn't good for the kids.

No such thing! Look at Massimiliano,

- he's ready to pummel his opponents. - We'll see.

I think it's harmful at this age.

It causes insecurity and anxiety.

Consider it a good thing for you, given your line of work!

Look, I work in a public clinic.

Forgive him, he's a business lawyer,

he tends to only focus on profits.

You had to get on your soapbox...