A must see film!
If you love Facebook and you are a fanatic who uses it on a daily basis, I suggest that you go and see "The Social Network". It is a movie about the founder of Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg, which was inspired by a book written by Ben Mezeich," The Accidental Billionaires: The Founding of Facebook: A Tale of Sex, Money, Genius and Betrayal". The Social Network gives its audience a Hollywood perspective of how Zuckerberg went about creating Facebook. I believe that this is an inspiring film for any who wishes to day business in the social media industry.
On Sept. 30, I had an opportunity to see a free screening of the movie, a day before it came out. Sony Pictures granted 150 students from Florida A&M University (FAMU) an opportunity to catch a sneak peak of the movie, in hopes to create a buzz about the newly released film. The movie was an eye-opening experience, which completely altered the way I view Facebook. For years my friends and I have been heavy users of Facebook, but I don’t really think we understood its purpose or magnitude until recently.
Many times we hear stories about how a 20-year-old college drop-out comes up with a brilliant idea and how they magically become a millionaire. Often, the most important details are usually left out, such as the long hours, hard work, dedication and brilliance that is required. I personally believe that a large majority of people fail to realize what is actually required when it comes to creating something as powerful as Facebook. The Social Network "exposed the intellectual intelligence of Mark Zuckerberg, the creator of Facebook. Prior to seeing the movie I thought that some kid just randomly came up with a creative idea and boom, there goes Facebook! Now, I can’t help but laugh at myself because it clearly took more than creativity.
If you love Facebook and you are a fanatic who uses it on a daily basis, I suggest that you go and see "The Social Network". It is a movie about the founder of Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg, which was inspired by a book written by Ben Mezeich," The Accidental Billionaires: The Founding of Facebook: A Tale of Sex, Money, Genius and Betrayal". The Social Network gives its audience a Hollywood perspective of how Zuckerberg went about creating Facebook. I believe that this is an inspiring film for any who wishes to day business in the social media industry.
On Sept. 30, I had an opportunity to see a free screening of the movie, a day before it came out. Sony Pictures granted 150 students from Florida A&M University (FAMU) an opportunity to catch a sneak peak of the movie, in hopes to create a buzz about the newly released film. The movie was an eye-opening experience, which completely altered the way I view Facebook. For years my friends and I have been heavy users of Facebook, but I don’t really think we understood its purpose or magnitude until recently.
Many times we hear stories about how a 20-year-old college drop-out comes up with a brilliant idea and how they magically become a millionaire. Often, the most important details are usually left out, such as the long hours, hard work, dedication and brilliance that is required. I personally believe that a large majority of people fail to realize what is actually required when it comes to creating something as powerful as Facebook. The Social Network "exposed the intellectual intelligence of Mark Zuckerberg, the creator of Facebook. Prior to seeing the movie I thought that some kid just randomly came up with a creative idea and boom, there goes Facebook! Now, I can’t help but laugh at myself because it clearly took more than creativity.
A major issue in the movie is character. The film shed light on some of, the choices Zuckerberg made while creating Facebook. Character is something that is highly thought of no matter what job market you chose to work in. I am currently reading a book, "Do the Right Thing" by James Hoggan. In chapter one of the book he stresses the importance of three things: do the right thing, be seen doing the right thing, and don't get #1 and #2 mixed up. In other words make sure you are doing the right thing for the right reasons. I believe that if Zuckerberg would had an honest PR practitioner by his side while in the beginning stages of Facebook, he would have thought twice about some of the decisions he made.
Neverthless, you don’t have to be a rocket scientist or a genius to be the next social media guru to create something along the lines of Facebook; however, it does take hard work and dedication. Microsoft, Facebook and Twitter were not created in a day; it took long hours, hard work and dedication. Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg and Jack Dorsey are great examples of the quote “never give up”. These men had ideas that were rejected many times, yet they never allowed adversity to keep them from making their dreams become reality.
For those who have some free time within the next couple of week, I recommend that you go see this movie, so that you can learn something new about Facebook. In addition to seeing "The Social Network", should read "Do the Right Thing". It will help you understand the importance of making good ethical decisions. Trust me, you wont regret it!
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Hey C!
ReplyDeleteI loved the movie as well. We had a great time at the event too. Seeing the movie helped me appreciate Facebook more. The other day, someone told me that Mark Zuckerberg was upset about the movie. I went paroozing online and saw what Zuckerberg had to say. I was on USAToday.com, and saw that he "did not cooperate with the filmmakers or meet Eisenberg (the actor who portrayed him) prior to the shooting." I found that to be kind of interesting.
I thought the movie was a bit dramatic. But hey, that's Hollywood for you. Oh...and Justin Timberlake's character made me SICK! It's a great movie though.
Word to the wise: don't believe everything that comes on the screen. When I left, I had to sit back and realize that what I saw PROBABLY wasn't 100 percent true.
Great post, C!
-Britt
Hey guys, I was there too lol but anyway, I loved that movie. I didn't think it was going to be that detailed. It really gave me insight on the amount of work put into the project. I also agree fully with what you said Cierra. If Zukerberg had a PR person with him along the way, he would have definitely had less conflicts in the process.
ReplyDelete-Nari Tomlinson
I have not seen the film, but I've heard good reviews of it so far. The story of Mark Zuckerberg's success is just as important as anyone's in American history. He literally changed the way people will communicate around the world. Regardless if peole support social media or not, sites like facebook and twitter are going to ba around for a long, long time. It's just crazy how one person can change the world with a simple idea or two.
ReplyDeleteI must say I have yet to see the film but after reading your blog post I plan on going this weekend. I agree with what you said about not having to be a social media guru to come up with something such as facebook. I believe that hard work can serve as a filler for a lack of knowledge of a subject.
ReplyDeletereading your post has made the movie that more intriguing to me. Can't wait to see it.