high praise to DAVID FINCHER for crafting a visually intriguing story to the important textual melody of AARON SORKIN, who writes playful words and interesting characters into power battles that drive the electric current of what i consider the best film of 2010.
but what drives EISENBERG's zuckerberg? is it the girl (erica albright aka a perfect ROONEY MARA)? is it to make her feel mistaken for dumping him in the brilliant opening scene of the film? is it the desire to prove that his geek-dom reigns superior to privileged meathead jocks? is it to prove to everyone that despite his nerdiness and humble appearance, he can gain notoriety and be an important, sought-after figure? he's got angst, that's for sure.
i believe the answer to my above italicized question holds the key to understanding this movie, and i'm interested in seeing what other people have to say.
it's okay. you're not a nerd, and so it's not going to seem intuitive. but if you want to know, here's a little insight: http://www.randsinrepose.com/archives/2011/01/17/managing_nerds.html (and I think the movie captures these drives pretty well, and quite tastefully)
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