‘We Screwed It Up’: Andrew Garfield Recalls He And Jesse Eisenberg Thinking The Social Network Was Going To Fail

‘We Screwed It Up’: Andrew Garfield Recalls He And Jesse Eisenberg Thinking The Social Network Was Going To Fail

As a seasoned gamer who has navigated through countless cinematic worlds, I must say that Andrew Garfield’s journey in Hollywood is nothing short of epic. His transformation from a shy, introverted character in “The Social Network” to a Spider-Man swinging across the big screen is truly captivating.


Andrew Garfield has had a lengthy and highly successful career so far, which includes a nomination for an Academy Award. Although he is well-known to many, it was primarily through David Fincher’s critically acclaimed film The Social Network that he gained significant public attention. Interestingly, the 41-year-old actor shared memories of how he and Jesse Eisenberg initially thought the movie might not succeed, with both actors expressing doubts by saying “we messed it up.” Let’s delve deeper into these intriguing insights.

There is much anticipation among fans regarding a sequel to “The Social Network”. However, specifics are yet to be revealed about the original movie directed by David Fincher and written by Aaron Sorkin. I recently attended an In Conversation event with Andrew Garfield at the Hamptons International Film Festival, during which the discussion veered towards the 2010 film. It was then that Garfield openly discussed his feelings of self-doubt during that time.

I’m incredibly thankful for that remarkable experience, and for being a part of what has become such an influential movie – one we never knew would be so significant at the time. In fact, Jesse Eisenberg and I found ourselves in a corner during the New York premiere afterparty, discussing our concerns. We were saying things like, ‘This is terrible, right? We’re terrible? Yes, we’re terrible. It’s terrible. Everyone here is just pretending to like it, they’re all phonies. They’re preparing us for the backlash. We messed up.’ It was just a way of shielding ourselves from potential criticism by criticizing ourselves first.

It’s quite astonishing that even though The Social Network is widely praised and has matured gracefully over time, it seems Garfield and Eisenberg weren’t completely confident about its success – especially regarding their own performances. However, it appears this could have been a strategy for them to handle the overwhelming praise they were receiving.

Among David Fincher’s collection of films, “The Social Network” is often highly regarded by movie enthusiasts. A significant factor contributing to the film’s success is Andrew Garfield’s performance, notably during the intense scene where he challenges Mark Zuckerberg. In a subsequent discussion at HIFF, the actor shared his admiration for Fincher’s directing style, expressing:

The encounter was incredibly captivating, primarily because David’s skills, self-assurance, and creativity are simply astonishing. Despite some people finding issue with the numerous takes he requires, I found myself thoroughly enamored by it. Nothing is more disheartening for an actor than to conclude a day’s work pondering various ways one could have played a scene. It’s far preferable to finish the day thinking ‘I never wish to perform that scene again.’

It’s clear that this approach fits Andrew Garfield perfectly, as he’s an actor who consistently delivers depth and skill in his performances. Working tirelessly with multiple takes under the direction of David Fincher doesn’t faze him due to his commitment and dedication to his craft.

As Jesse Eisenberg’s “Now You See Me 3” approaches, fans ponder the progress of a potential “Social Network” sequel. It’ll be intriguing to see if this project materializes and which actors rejoin the cast. In the meantime, keep an eye on the movie release dates in 2025.

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2024-10-17 21:08