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In 2003, Harvard undergrad and computer genius Mark Zuckerberg (Jesse Eisenberg) begins work on a new concept that eventually turns into the global social network known as Facebook. Six years later, he is one of the youngest billionaires ever, but Zuckerberg finds that his unprecedented success leads to both personal and legal complications when he ends up on the receiving end of two lawsuits, one involving his former friend (Andrew Garfield). Based on the book "The Accidental Billionaires."

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Impeccably scripted, beautifully directed, and filled with fine performances, The Social Network is a riveting, ambitious example of modern filmmaking at its finest.

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The Social Network | Rotten Tomatoes (1) Deborah Ross The Spectator In its cold, almost forensic way, this is as tense and exciting as it is absorbing. It's a miracle, really. Aug 30, 2018 Full Review The Social Network | Rotten Tomatoes (2) Candice Frederick Reel Talk Online The Social Network, just like its subject, is the pop culture phenomenon of the new generation. Rated: A Sep 11, 2017 Full Review The Social Network | Rotten Tomatoes (3) Tara Brady Hot Press Fincher does, at least, make decent entertainment out of such inherently unprepossessing subjects as computer use and legal hearings. Jan 13, 2017 Full Review The Social Network | Rotten Tomatoes (4) Justin Brown Medium Popcorn There's so much story in this and provided a great platform for Jesse Eisenberg. It definitely feels like a lot of liberties with this true story but that doesn't make it less entertaining. Rated: 4/5 Jul 1, 2024 Full Review The Social Network | Rotten Tomatoes (5) Brandon Collins Medium Popcorn This is a "Top Ten" film for me. The performances, direction, cinematography, score, and of course, the incredible Aaron Sorkin screenplay make this film a classic. Rated: 5/5 Jul 1, 2024 Full Review The Social Network | Rotten Tomatoes (6) Michael Leader Den of Geek The Social Network has the potential to be a classic, a masterpiece for our times that captures early 21st century life, while still offering robust, mature entertainment. Rated: 5/5 May 7, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

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Artin S A classic. Tense, witty, and purposeful. A masterpiece of cinema. Rated 4.5/5 Stars • Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 10/01/24 Full Review Jace E The Social Network is a masterclass in effective writing. It is rare that a script perfectly illustrates the tone of a story, just with words. Quick-witted and purposeful, every line is delivered effortlessly by Jesse Eisenberg. I have never felt such strong emotion from an emotionless character before. The cast is excellent, the score is poignant and the directing is top notch, but what makes this a perfect film? The writing.Additional Note: If Aaron Sorkin is attached to any film, I will watch it because of this movie. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/17/24 Full Review Audience Member Foda demais, esse filme aqui é massa demais, o massa é que o protagonista não é bonzinho não, o fi da pé é o cão, mas não chega a ser pika de cachorro, o clímax foi bom mas não foi essas boba do rato toda, o cara só fez destruir a parada, nada como um "absoluto cinema"Wow konomoul Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 09/08/24 Full Review Faiz D You don't get to 500 million friends without making a few enemies. 'The Social Network' is a story about friendship, loyalty, greed and betrayal. It is an absolutely amazing, and engrossing film to watch. Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 08/29/24 Full Review Ben M 2 hours of college kids arguing about a website.... everyone else seems to love it and think it's brilliant. Sorry to be the one who calls it for what it is ---- another one of David Fincher's so-called "masterpieces." Rated 1/5 Stars • Rated 1 out of 5 stars 08/28/24 Full Review Mate P The Social Network is a dialogue-based movie with a perfectly written script.The writing is flawless, I was interested in all the characters and I liked them including the morally questionable ones. It's amazing to see that all of the characters are completely understandable, all of their actions are backed with reason even though they are morally wrong from an objective point of view.The acting was also flawless, which brought the words from the screenplay to life. The cinematography, editing and direction were amazing, I felt completely locked in. During every work meeting, every party I felt like I was there. The music was also amazing.Dialogue-based movies often make the mistake not to give audiences outstanding visuals, but this movie has that in the form of the amazing editing, direction and cinematography.The Social Network is a perfect film. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/26/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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David Fincher Director Jesse Eisenberg Mark Zuckerberg Andrew Garfield Eduardo Saverin Justin Timberlake Sean Parker Armie Hammer Cameron Max Minghella Divya Narendra
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Synopsis In 2003, Harvard undergrad and computer genius Mark Zuckerberg (Jesse Eisenberg) begins work on a new concept that eventually turns into the global social network known as Facebook. Six years later, he is one of the youngest billionaires ever, but Zuckerberg finds that his unprecedented success leads to both personal and legal complications when he ends up on the receiving end of two lawsuits, one involving his former friend (Andrew Garfield). Based on the book "The Accidental Billionaires."

Director
David Fincher

Producer
Scott Rudin, Dana Brunetti, Michael De Luca, Ceán Chaffin

Screenwriter
Aaron Sorkin

Distributor
Sony Pictures Entertainment

Production Co
Scott Rudin Productions, Trigger Street Productions, Michael De Luca

Rating
PG-13 (Language|Drug and Alcohol Use|Sexual Content)

Genre
Drama, Biography

Original Language
English

Release Date (Theaters)
Oct 1, 2010, Wide

Rerelease Date (Theaters)
Jan 7, 2011

Release Date (Streaming)
Jun 5, 2012

Box Office (Gross USA)
$96.9M

Runtime
2h 0m

Sound Mix
SDDS, Dolby Digital, DTS
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