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1. Consuelo Castaneda 07.05.13 / 2pm

   I watched this movie because of the hype, which was especially prevalent among my friends (i think because of the fact that it was about Facebook). I was engrossed when I watched this film, mostly because I didn’t really know much about the genesis of Facebook to begin with. After reading this review, I realize how artfully mastered the screenplay was. After all, it definitely is not everyone who can make a legal battle over a social networking site seem enthralling. I did however take notice of Jesse Eisenberg’s performance. I understand why many people are not fond of him, but I actually have come to thoroughly enjoy his amusing (albeit increasingly typecast) representations of a awkward and sarcastic young men.
2. Nicolette Malinoff 07.06.13 / 11am

   I absolutely loved this movie and how Facebook evolved into the tech giant it is today. I knew a little bit about how Facebook grew but I never knew all of the dirty little secrets and legal battles that went on. This was not a story about how Facebook became the biggest social networking site in the world, rather a story of a college kid who had an idea and the struggles that Zuckerberg is faced with throughout the launch of the social networking giant. The movie outlines the highs and the lows and the journey of how an idea can change the world. It takes you to the very beginning when the idea was on a drawing board and how it has transcended into one of the most amazing ideas in the last decade. I really connected with Jesse Eisenberg’s character and how well he plays Mark Zuckerberg. Overall I found this film to be very moving and I recommend this film to anyone because Facebook is the main source of social media and the new age of social interaction between our friends and others.
3. Kevin Hormigas 03.21.14 / 8pm

   The Social Network is probably one of my favorite movies of all time. The story of Mark Zuckerberg and Facebook interest me a lot. Your review of The Social Network is spot on. While Mark Zuckerberg was studying at Harvard, he was a pro at coding. Many people look at Mark Zuckerberg as the creator of Facebook. However, most people don’t know that he wasn’t the man behind the idea. It was actually the twins, Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss. The twins and Mark had a huge lawsuit that was eventually settled. This film shows How Mark Zuckerberg really is. Some people view him as an icon, while others view him as a scumbag. Overall, this movie is pretty good. Facebook has become the biggest social network to date and it’s nice to know how it all began.
4. Aleck Husch 04.13.14 / 9pm

   I absolutely loved The Social Network. Every aspect of it kept me intrigued, which is a difficult thing to do. I couldn’t agree more with your review of this film. It completely encompasses my feelings towards it. Jesse Eisenberg depicted Mark Zuckerberg fantastically, making him devious, oblivious, intelligent and incredibly quirky. Your review gives a background of Zuckerbergs past and how he came to the idea of Facebook which I really enjoyed. I agree that on the surface this story seemed a bit dull and the movie brought it to life. I truly enjoyed your review!
5. Erika Gutierrez 04.29.14 / 11pm

   In my opinion the “dream team” created “The Social Network”. Directing this film was David Fincher who is one of my favorite directors and has also directed one of my other favorite films “Fight Club” and the screenplay writer for “The Social Network” was Aaron Sorkin who has also written incredible shows like “The Newsroom” This power duo thus created “The Social Network” which is a story loosely relating to the events that lead up to Facebook’s success. The film was hilarious, witty and had an incredible tight storyline that kept the viewer hooked. The beauty of the film was the comedy that kept this already interesting film even more interesting. By far one of the most incredible films made to date.
6. Alexis Nunes-Fenley 05.02.14 / 11pm

   This film was definitely a defining one for our generation. It revealed a story that many of us probably weren’t aware of. I thought your review had an awesome depiction of the different dynamics of the characters. I think it was brilliantly casted, excellently written, and had a phenomenal director. Had I not already seen the film, your review would definitely encourage me to. You did a great job of just touching the surface of what the film is about, without revealing much of the plot. I especially liked how well you wrote this review, because it showcased the story and the performance of the actors.
7. Nils Wilhelmsson 07.04.14 / 1pm

   Great review of the Social Network. I really like this film. Its good and have a story you just want to embrace. The movie shows clearly how it is to start up a business from the beginning to the end. AS we can see in the movie, it is sometimes hard to get your business up and running and its obvious not an easy game. I think this movie gave me a lot of incentives to create my own business, it will probably not be as big like facebook. :) but I will at least try after I watched this film. Great movie, I this is a good one!
8. Bryce Willard 09.13.14 / 4pm

   The Social Network is one of my favorite movies because it shows the viewer a look into Facebook’s inner workings and also tells just how it was made and how people were not too happy with some of the decisions the creator took. I liked how we were able to see into the personal lives of the CEO of the company as well as some of his friends. It made him seem more like a real person and not so much like the genius and somewhat socially awkward person he is. I would have never guessed he would have screwed that many people over to get to the top and that the actual Facebook design was created somewhat by other people and that the now CEO “stole” the concept in a way.
9. Nicholas Allaire 03.17.15 / 12am

   Hands down one of my favorite movies. The extent to the awkwardness that Jesse portrays accurately describes the typical computer scientist. I loved how they did not make it all about the good of how facebook got created. But instead showed the tension and struggle the Winklevoss twins went through to shut down Zuckerberg. Also the music was perfect for this style of movie.
10. Tucker Stone 06.18.15 / 12pm

    I first saw the social networking movie a couple years ago in the theaters but have seen it a few times since them. I found the movie to be very interesting as it explains the very phenomenon we all use FACEBOOK. It always interested me how such a huge business started and thats exactly what this movie depicts. I think the way the directors and actors showed how intelligent zuckerberg is was incredible. The speed of his voice in everything he says shows how smart he really is and how much he is capable of. The music and all the little things are what makes this movie so amazing. As well as an amazing story this movie has many amazing film features that makes it a movie definitely worth someones time.
11. William Edic 07.21.15 / 3pm

    When this first came out in theaters it was definitely one of my top five favorite films. Today, I can say I have watched it at least two dozen times since then. Superior acting accompanied with the tale of how one of the biggest companies in the world came to be made this movie a success in the eyes of audiences. This movie has outstanding significance to the current generation because of one simple fact: You don’t know anyone who isn’t on Facebook. Maybe one or two people, maybe. Also, I believe the story of how it became the multi-billion dollar company itself was quite interesting; further, it had me continuously asking questions. Mark basically stole the idea for Facebook being the obviously intelligent young man he is. How many people had been ripped off and paid under or over the table? I did not know this is how Facebook was created until I’d seen the film. So, how many companies exist on a foundation of deceit and lies? If Facebook does, certainly other companies must be involved in similar actions. This film had me asking questions and still does which is exactly why it stands as phenomenal.

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