Aaron Sorkin’s The Social Reckoning gets mixed early reactions from press
Press screenings of Aaron Sorkin's film The Social Reckoning held on Monday generated immediate reactions ahead of its October 7 theatrical release.
Critics call it a solid sequel
Film critics who viewed the press screening describe the movie as a solid sequel to The Social Network. Tom Chatalbash noted that the film shares more DNA with Sorkin's The Newsroom than its predecessor. However, some reviewers feel the work is good but not great.
Cast performances receive praise
Actors Mikey Madison and Jeremy Allen White are described as quietly magnetic in their roles. Bill Burr and Betty Gilpin seem born to deliver Sorkin dialogue according to Variety. Jeremy Strong is praised for a ferocious force performance as Zuckerberg that avoids sheer imitation.
Direction and pacing draw criticism
Reviewers point out that the film's flat direction and listless pacing blunt its emotional impact. The story delves into Facebook's murky practices but faces turbulence in its overall execution. Full reviews are expected to drop on October 7.
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- Variety
- The Hollywood Reporter
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