Jeremy Strong argued with Aaron Sorkin in-character as Mark Zuckerberg over this one line in 'The Social Reckoning'
Actor Jeremy Strong maintained his method acting as Mark Zuckerberg throughout the production of the film 'The Social Reckoning'. Director Aaron Sorkin noted that Strong's commitment extended to defending Zuckerberg's actions and debating script lines in character.
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This highlights the intense nature of method acting and the creative friction that can occur between directors and actors during film production.
Jeremy Strong as Mark Zuckerberg in "The Social Reckoning." Sony Jeremy Strong loves going Method, talking and acting like his character even when cameras aren't rolling. So "Social Reckoning" director Aaron Sorkin wasn't surprised Strong acted like Mark Zuckerberg on set. He was surprised, though, that Strong became such a big Zuck defender. Jeremy Strong is known for his intense Method acting on set. But even "The Social Reckoning" director Aaron Sorkin was surprised by how all-in Strong went in embodying Mark Zuckerberg . Sorkin, who had worked with the acclaimed actor on two of his previous directing efforts, "Molly's Game" and "The Trial of the Chicago 7," wasn't shocked when Strong showed up on " The Social Reckoning " set speaking and acting like the Facebook founder. But Sorkin never imagined Strong would end up becoming a staunch Zuckerberg defender in the process.
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