The Founder (2016) tells the story of Ray Kroc, a man who transformed McDonald’s from a small family business into one of the world’s most iconic fast food chains. Directed by John Lee Hancock, the film follows Kroc’s rise to success and examines how his ambition and drive led him to become one of the most influential businessmen of all time.Kroc was born in Oak Park, Illinois in 1902 and was raised in a middle-class family. After working in a variety of jobs, he was inspired to become an entrepreneur after hearing a lecture by an evangelist. In 1954, Kroc met the McDonald brothers, Dick and Maurice, who had opened a small hamburger stand in San Bernardino, California. Impressed by their efficiency, Kroc convinced the brothers to partner with him and the first McDonald’s restaurant was opened in Des Plaines, Illinois, in April 1955.Kroc was determined to increase the scale and scope of McDonald’s and he quickly set about expanding the business. He opened a string of new restaurants and developed a franchise model, allowing other entrepreneurs to open their own McDonald’s restaurants. Kroc also focused on marketing, and he developed the famous “Golden Arches” logo and created an advertising campaign that was based on the slogan “You deserve a break today.”Kroc’s vision and drive transformed McDonald’s from a small family business into an international brand. By the time of his death in 1984, there were more than 7,000 McDonald’s restaurants in the United States and over 30,000 worldwide. Kroc was also responsible for introducing franchisee-controlled pricing, which allowed franchisees to set their own prices and keep more of the profits.The success of McDonald’s also had a profound impact on the fast food industry. Kroc’s business model of franchising and marketing was adopted by numerous other companies, and it paved the way for the rise of the fast-food industry as we know it today. McDonald’s also served as an example of how to succeed in the restaurant business, and the company’s success inspired a generation of entrepreneurs.The Founder is a compelling look at the life and career of a man who changed the face of the fast food industry. The film stars Michael Keaton as Kroc, and features Laura Dern, Nick Offerman, and John Carroll Lynch in supporting roles. The performances are all excellent, and the script is well-crafted and thoughtful. The film also succeeds in capturing both the ambition and the drive of its subject, and it offers a fascinating insight into the world of business and franchising.The Founder is a powerful story of ambition, drive, and the pursuit of success, and a testament to the power of hard work and determination. It is a must-see for anyone interested in business, entrepreneurship, and the fast food industry. The film is a fitting tribute to a man who revolutionized the restaurant industry and left a lasting impact on the world.