Much of the story is told through the two law suits that are made against Mark. One is his former best friend, Eduardo Saverin, after Mark deceitfully cheated him out of the company. The other is made by the Winklevoss twins who claim that Mark stole their idea after they approached him about creating a social website especially for Harvard.
I believe that, though subtle, there is a political agenda regarding corporations, business ethics, and privacy.
Obviously, “social networking” has become a HUGE thing. There are countless websites geared toward social interaction and many sites that existed before the craze have now added a feature that allows you to communicate with your online friends or share information with them. These networks have become a part of life (especially but not specifically for the younger generation) that are in some ways unimaginable to live without. For many, these sites are their main source of interaction with other people. Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Google Plus... the list goes on and on.
I agree with what you said about how you said there's a subtle political message about cooperations. It really shows what business can do to a person and a relationship. It totally messed up Mark and Eduardo's relationship. It also shows how social status can get you things in life. The twins got to meet with the president of Harvard just because of their father's social status. It also shows what social networking and the things you say on the Internet can affect you and your friendships. Mark and Erica could have remained friends or at least not necessarily hate each other, but because of what Mark put on the Internet, she hates him more than was necessary.
ReplyDeleteIt is obvious how he became the youngest millionaire because of how many people use Facebook. It is also quite odd how many people use Facebook and how often they use it. Why do people feel so drawn to it?