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When Aaron Sorkin created "The Social Network" in 2010, he described Facebook as a platform for connecting with high school friends, a far cry from its current state. In his upcoming film "The Social Reckoning," set to release on October 9, Sorkin aims to scrutinize the social media giant's role in the rise of extremism and division. Sony Pictures will release the film, which builds upon the original's examination of Facebook's origins, to delve into its present-day impact.

The film arrives amidst Meta's recent agreement to pay up to $18 billion in penalties over claims its platform endangered children. With Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg facing increasing pressure over the role of Facebook in contemporary life and politics, Sorkin hopes the movie will not only entertain but also alarm viewers.

The film is one of several this fall addressing tech moguls, including Alex Gibney's four-hour documentary "Musk" on October 16 and Luca Guadagnino's "Artificial" about OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. However, "The Social Reckoning" is expected to generate significant buzz due to its subject and Sorkin's previous work.

Sorkin, who wrote and directed the film, acknowledges the high expectations following "The Social Network," which he considers a benchmark in American cinema. Despite this, he emphasizes that "The Social Reckoning" is not a sequel but rather a portrayal of Zuckerberg and Facebook at a different stage. He draws a comparison to Henry Hill's appearance in "Casino."

While Sorkin has previously spoken about his concerns regarding Facebook, including the Capitol riot in January 2021, the film's focus is on Zuckerberg and the company's current state. Jeremy Strong, who replaces Jesse Eisenberg as Zuckerberg, is set to play the central role, with Mikey Madison portraying whistleblower Frances Haugen and Jeremy Allen White playing Wall Street Journal reporter Jeff Horwitz.