Zuckerberg) doesn't want you to see,' but the Zuckerberg presented in The Social Network is almost a tragic figure. It's been said that 'This is the movie Facebook (i.e.

It's an opening scene that most films would kill to have as it lays its protagonist bare while still keeping him intriguing and hints at the motives that would drive him to create one of the most popular, influential, and lucrative inventions of all-time. The film kicks off with a rapid-fire, dialogue-heavy scene between Facebook creator Mark Zuckerberg (Jesse Eisenberg) and his soon-to-be-girlfriend (Rooney Mara) that only Sorkin could write. What matters is that The Social Network is moviemaking at its finest. Add Sorkin's catchy, crackling dialogue and memorable performances from a terrific cast and it doesn't really matter that the film's about Facebook. Screenwriter Aaron Sorkin thought to brilliantly tell that story through multiple perspectives, and Fincher's thoughtful and restrained direction showcases some of the best narrative editing in years. It just so happens that Facebook's creation story is a good way to explore these themes. It's about inspiration, betrayal, the weight of human relationships, the cost of success, and so much more. Yes, the plot centers on the creation of the landmark social networking website, but it's not about Facebook. David Fincher's The Social Network is not 'The Facebook Movie'.

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