I have started to become more and more skeptical of movies that are "based on a true story" or "inspired by real events" because of how little truth they often have. This reminds me of one of my favorite movie intros in Anchorman when it says "The following is based on actual events. Only the names, locations and events have been changed." Most of the movies in this genre are not as ridiculous, or as funny, as Anchorman, but almost.
With that being said, I thought Social Network was very well done. I have read a little bit about how accurate the movie really is to the story of Mark Zuckerberg and let's just say its producers and director really capitalized on their artistic license. Please understand it is no Pearl Harbor, and I mean that as the greatest of compliments. The writing was clever, quick witted, and fast-paced. It really peeks your interest because if you zone out for a few minutes you might be lost. I was never bored and that is quite an accomplishment over a two-hour period. The script really carries the actors, who do a decent enough job. Throughout the movie you hop back-and-forth in time and you have to piece together what's happening, which isn't hard, but it makes the movie more interesting.
I give this movie an A-. Most critics loved it and I am not going to disagree just to be different. It's a quality movie, mostly fiction, but who cares anymore anyway? Go watch a documentary if you want accuracy; and after you wake up from your three hour nap go see this movie and enjoy yourself.
