It also provided great insight into Vito's (via Tom) way of doing business. He tried to make a deal, offering help with the actor's drug problem and labor issues, but Woltz was too bull-headed to see it. He was intent only on thwarting Fontaine, no matter what sort of deal Tom was able to offer on Vito's behalf.

Woltz was loud and insulting. However, Tom maintained his calm and seemed completely beaten and accepting of Woltz's decision. And then he got his revenge.