Aaron Sorkin writes new film about Frances Haugen and Facebook leaks
Screenwriter Aaron Sorkin is developing a standalone sequel to The Social Network that focuses on former Facebook employee Frances Haugen and her 2021 document leaks.
Jeremy Strong plays Zuckerberg
Jeremy Strong will portray Mark Zuckerberg in the upcoming production. The actor previously won major awards for his work in theater and television. Jesse Eisenberg declined to return because he does not want to be associated with the real executive.
Plot centers on internal documents
The story depicts a former employee who shared thousands of internal files with a Wall Street Journal reporter in 2021. These documents showed that the company knew its platforms caused harm to teenagers and spread misinformation. The film aims to show how these issues developed over time.
Meta faces ongoing scrutiny
The parent company operates Instagram, WhatsApp, and Threads alongside Facebook. Government officials and the public have questioned data privacy and algorithmic practices for years. This new project examines those concerns through the lens of one specific whistleblower.
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