Blank Check with Griffin & David The Social Network
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Oct 29, 2023 A three hour podcast discussing the influential film 'The Social Network', exploring topics such as David Fincher's career and potential projects, the making of the movie, casting choices, portrayal of characters, the impact of the film on society, and the Oscars.
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Sorkin's Fresh Perspective
- Aaron Sorkin, despite not knowing about Facebook initially, was drawn to the story's classic themes of friendship, betrayal, and jealousy.
- His unfamiliarity allowed him to approach the material with fresh eyes, viewing Zuckerberg as an anti-hero.
Reddit Debate on Fincher and Sorkin
- Griffin and David discuss a Reddit thread debating Fincher and Sorkin's views on Zuckerberg.
- The thread suggested their contrasting perspectives, fear and admiration, contributed to the film's success.
Fincher's Script Length Conviction
- Fincher insisted on the script's 166-page length, believing the pacing was crucial.
- He timed a read-through with Sorkin, proving it fit within the desired two-hour runtime.