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Hypebeast
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
'The Social Network Part II' in the Works With Aaron Sorkin Directing
Summary A followup toDavid FincherandAaron Sorkin'sThe Social Networkis in the works. Deadlinereports that Sorkin, who wrote the predecessor, will take over director duties forThe Social Network Part than a direct followup, the film will reportedly take inspiration from Jeff Horowitz and theWall Street Journal's 'The Facebook Files.' The series of articles took a deep dive intoFacebook's internal document leak, where it confirmed that the platform was aware of its harmful effects on society. Not much is known about the film, leaving many to ask whether the origial cast — led by Jesse Eisenberg and Andrew Garfield — will return. Sorkin will be directing and writing, as well producing alongside Todd Black, Peter Rice and Stuart Besser. The Social Networkreleased in 2010 and was based onThe Accidental Billionairesby Ben Mezrich. It went on to win three Academy Awards out of eight nominations, and earned $226 million USD at the global box office. Stay tuned for an official trailer and release date.
The Hindu
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Aaron Sorkin to write and direct ‘The Social Network Part II' at Sony, inspired by ‘The Facebook Files'
Sony Pictures has confirmed that Aaron Sorkin will return to the world of Facebook with The Social Network Part II, a follow-up to the 2010 Oscar-winning drama. While being referred to as a sequel, sources indicate the new project will not be a direct continuation but rather a thematic successor focusing on the platform's evolution and broader societal impact. Sorkin, who won an Academy Award for his screenplay for The Social Network, will both write and direct the new film. The project is being produced by Todd Black, Peter Rice, Stuart Besser, and Sorkin himself. The screenplay draws from The Facebook Files, a series of investigative reports published by The Wall Street Journal in 2021. Written by Jeff Horwitz, the articles uncovered internal documents exposing Facebook's knowledge of the platform's harmful effects — from mental health issues among teens to political violence and misinformation in global markets. Though Sorkin had previously expressed interest in revisiting Facebook's story, it wasn't until recent events, including the January 6 Capitol riot, that he found a new direction. However, insiders emphasise that the new film is not centered on the January 6 attack. Instead, it will take a broader look at Facebook's role in global society, particularly its influence on youth, its role in political discourse, and the consequences of its algorithm-driven ecosystem. David Fincher, who directed the original film, is not attached to the new project. Sorkin, now more experienced behind the camera following Molly's Game, The Trial of the Chicago 7, and Being the Ricardos, will take the helm. Casting details remain under wraps, and no production date has been set. It is unclear whether Jesse Eisenberg will reprise his role as Mark Zuckerberg, though industry speculation suggests his involvement is likely.
News18
3 hours ago
- Business
- News18
Aaron Sorkin's The Social Network Sequel To Explore Dark Truths Behind Facebook
Last Updated: The Social Network sequel will dive into Facebook's role in the 2020 election, its impact on young users and how it influenced violence and politics around the world. Aaron Sorkin is set to revisit the story of Facebook with a new film inspired by The Social Network. Rather than a direct sequel, the upcoming project will explore deeper issues tied to the social media giant. While the first film was based on Ben Mezrich's The Accidental Billionaires and chronicled Facebook's origins, Sorkin's new script draws inspiration from The Facebook Files, a series of investigative reports by The Wall Street Journal's Jeff Horwitz. These reports revealed troubling internal practices and decisions at the company. The new film will delve into Facebook's role in the 2020 US election, its impact on young users, and its influence on global politics and real-world violence. According to Deadline, Aaron Sorkin will direct the new Facebook film himself. Sorkin will also produce the project alongside Todd Black, Peter Rice, and Stuart Besser. While the film is still in early development and no production date has been confirmed, reports indicate that several major deals are already in place. Jesse Eisenberg was praised for playing Mark Zuckerberg in The Social Network and even got an Oscar nomination for it. But right now, it's not clear if he will return for the new film or how big his role will be in the upcoming project. It's also not known if Sorkin has spoken to him about playing Zuckerberg again. So far, no names from the original film have been confirmed yet and casting is still a mystery. In an earlier interview with The Town podcast, Aaron Sorkin, speaking about the sequel, said, 'Facebook has been, among other things, tuning its algorithm to promote the most divisive material possible. Because that is what will increase engagement. That is what will get you to, what they call inside the hallways of Facebook, 'the infinite scroll.' There's supposed to be a constant tension at Facebook between growth and integrity. There isn't. There's just growth. If Mark Zuckerberg woke up tomorrow morning and realised there is nothing you can buy for $120 billion that you can't buy for $119 billion, 'So how about if I make a little bit less money? I will tune up integrity and tune down growth.' Yes, you can do that by switching a one to a zero." The 2010 hit, The Social Network, had a strong cast including Andrew Garfield, Justin Timberlake, Armie Hammer, Rooney Mara, Dakota Johnson and Brenda Song. First Published:
Time of India
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘The Social Network' sequel in development; Aaron Sorkin set to write and direct film
Aaron Sorkin is set to revisit the world of Facebook with a sequel to The Social Network, more than a decade after the original film captivated audiences and critics alike. According to the latest report on The Hollywood Reporter, Sorkin has completed the script and plans to direct the feature for Sony Pictures. While the 2010 film was based on Ben Mezrich's book The Accidental Billionaires, the upcoming sequel reportedly draws inspiration from The Facebook Files—a series of investigative articles by Jeff Horwitz published in The Wall Street Journal in October 2021. The articles are said to expose the platform's internal awareness of the harms it causes, including misinformation and mental health issues. It must be noted that The Wall Street Journal is not directly involved in the film. The Social Network earned Jesse Eisenberg , an Oscar nomination for his portrayal of Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg , however, according to the report, the actor has not been confirmed to reprise his role. David Fincher directed the original film, which earned eight Academy Award nominations and won three, including Best Adapted Screenplay for Sorkin. Grossing over $226 million worldwide, it became a defining film of the digital age. The film also starred Andrew Garfield , and Justin Timberlake in prominent roles. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Quezon City: Beautiful New Senior Apartments with Two Bedrooms Senior Apartments | Search Ads Search Now Undo Sorkin, who has since directed The Trial of the Chicago 7, and Being the Ricardos, has long voiced concerns about Facebook's influence, particularly its role in the events surrounding the January 6 Capitol riot. It remains to be seen if these darker chapters will be included in the upcoming sequel.
San Francisco Chronicle
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- San Francisco Chronicle
Get ready for ‘The Social Network II,' a sequel Facebook doesn't want you to see
Aaron Sorkin says he is writing and directing a sequel to ' The Social Network,' the Silicon Valley-set 2010 film about the founding of Facebook that won the prolific screenwriter an Oscar for best adapted screenplay. Tentatively titled 'The Social Network Part II,' the movie will be based on a series of articles published in the Wall Street Journal in 2021 called 'The Facebook Files.' The reporting revealed that the social media company, headquartered in Menlo Park and now called Meta, was aware of the harm that Facebook and its sister app Instagram could cause to teenagers. It also found that company leaders knew about the apps' role in spreading disinformation that could incite political violence, but continued to prioritize profits instead. Sorkin reportedly struggled for years to write the sequel to the Oscar-nominated film, which earned eight nods and won for Trent Reznor's score and Kirk Baxter's editing. He finally found inspiration following the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, which he blames partly on Facebook, according to Deadline. The new film is expected to address not just the 2020 election but also Facebook's affect on teens, preteens, violence and countries outside the U.S. 'The Social Network,' directed by David Fincher, starred Jesse Eisenberg as Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Andrew Garfield as co-founder Eduardo Saverin — roles that vaulted both actors to stardom. In 2024, the film was selected for preservation by the Library of Congress National Film Registry for its 'cultural, historical, and aesthetic contributions.' Sorkin, creator of the hit television series ' The West Wing ' (1999-2006), has turned to directing in recent years with such films as ' Molly's Game ' (2017), ' The Trial of the Chicago 7 ' (2020) and ' Being the Ricardos ' (2021).
