My initial reaction to this movie before it was released, and I am guessing I was not alone, was "how could you possibly make an engaging film about a website?" The trials and tribulations of facebook creator Mark Zuckerberg however make for one of the best films of the year under the direction of David Fincher, as the film never ceases to entertain and is wonderfully shot.
The script is excellent, with great dialogue and enough comic relief to counteract the overarching feeling of alienation experienced by the protagonist (a hero or villain, depending on how you look at it). Jesse Eisenberg is perfect in his portrayal as Zuckerberg, a character who in real life apparently across as equal parts charismatic and socially awkward. Justin Timberlake also stars as Shawn Fanning, Napster creator, who turns up halfway through the film to mentor Zuckerberg and his new found millions. While there are questions to be asked as to the historical accuracy, the film delivers consistent fun and, like all good movies, leaves the ultimate message open to audience interpretation.
Two thumbs up, an exceptional film about the dubious morality of people which importantly stands resolute if stripped of the context of facebook.
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