#122 - "The Social Network" - What Makes This Movie a Modern Classic
Description
In this episode, we break down The Social Network. We dive into David Fincher’s directing style, Aaron Sorkin’s razor-sharp script, and the way the film explores themes of ambition, betrayal, friendship, and greed. We analyze the layered performances of Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, and Justin Timberlake, as well as the brilliant use of music and pacing. More than a story about Facebook, this is a film about obsession, power, and the cost of success.
Chapters:
00:00 Mark Zuckerberg is doing alright
12:44 Full screenwriting & filmmaking mastery
22:45 Mark just wants to be frat guy
30:47 Justin Timberlake you doucher
36:15 The Hollywood star on the OG facebook
38:43 The sketchy behavior of Mark Zuckerberg
41:16 How they somehow made this story interesting
45:41 Disney was not happy with Brenda Song
48:30 Andrew Garfield is too likable
52:02 Our official rating & final thoughts
56:09 Cue the music
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