Tuesday, October 5, 2010

The Social Network

I saw the Social Network this past weekend and lovedd it. It was brilliantly done with the perspective of all "creators" of Facebook involved. Most people thought Mark Zuckerberg, the creator of Facebook, was put in a harsh light. I am not sure I agree completely. ALthough Mark did seem like an asshole sometimes, I think he's just this socially awkward nerd that used his incredible talent to tell the world that they can shove it. He's a genius to create such an awesome network and was passionate about making it a BIG DEAL. We'll I think we can all say he succeeded.

This movie is awesome and I would recommend seeing it. Plus ALL the characters are delicious to look at.

Favorite Scene:

Facebook Lawyer: Mr. Zuckerberg, do I have your full attention?
Mark Zuckerberg: [stares out the window] No.
Facebook Lawyer: Do you think I deserve it?
Mark Zuckerberg: [looks at the lawyer] What?
Facebook Lawyer: Do you think I deserve your full attention?

Mark Zuckerberg: I had to swear an oath before we began this deposition, and I don't want to purjure myself, so I have a legal obligation to say no.
Facebook Lawyer: Okay - no. You don't think I deserve your attention.
Mark Zuckerberg: I think if your clients want to sit on my shoulders and call themselves tall, they have the right to give it a try - but there's no requirement that I enjoy sitting here listening to people lie. You have part of my attention - you have the minimum amount. The rest of my attention is back at the offices of Facebook, where my colleagues and I are doing things that no one in this room, including and especially your clients, are intellectually or creatively capable of doing.
[pauses]
Mark Zuckerberg: Did I adequately answer your condescending question?

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