8.6
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Social Network (2010)
The Social Network (2010)
Overview
In 2003, Harvard undergrad and computer programmer Mark Zuckerberg begins work on a new concept that eventually turns into the global social network known as Facebook. Six years later, Mark is one of the youngest billionaires ever, but his unprecedented success leads to both personal and legal complications when he ends up on the receiving end of two lawsuits, one involving his former friend.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Race Swap: Yes
Viewer Rating
8.6
Overview
In 2003, Harvard undergrad and computer programmer Mark Zuckerberg begins work on a new concept that eventually turns into the global social network known as Facebook. Six years later, Mark is one of the youngest billionaires ever, but his unprecedented success leads to both personal and legal complications when he ends up on the receiving end of two lawsuits, one involving his former friend.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film objectively portrays the complex, often morally ambiguous origins of Facebook, focusing on individual ambition, betrayal, and legal disputes without explicitly endorsing or critiquing a specific political ideology or offering a clear ideological solution.
The film features a cast that is largely reflective of the real-life individuals involved in its historical narrative, with some visible diversity in supporting roles without explicit race or gender swaps of traditionally white characters. The narrative primarily focuses on personal and business conflicts, offering a complex portrayal of its characters rather than an explicit critique of traditional identities or a central focus on DEI themes.
Secondary
The film portrays Divya Narendra, a real historical figure of Indian-American descent, with a white actor. This constitutes a race swap for a documented historical figure.
The Social Network does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes within its narrative. The story centers on the creation of Facebook and the associated legal battles, rendering the film's portrayal of LGBTQ+ elements as N/A due to their absence.
The Social Network does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. The narrative is entirely focused on the origins of Facebook and the associated legal battles, thus rendering the film's portrayal of transsexual issues as not applicable.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film is a biographical drama based on real historical figures involved in the founding of Facebook. All major characters are portrayed with the same gender as their real-life counterparts, with no instances of a historically established gender being changed for the screen.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.8
7.4
Critic Ratings
9.6
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