Jesse Eisenberg Reveals Producers Warned Against Meeting Zuckerberg

Jesse Eisenberg, who portrayed Mark Zuckerberg in the 2010 film 'The Social Network', revealed that he was prevented from meeting the Facebook founder due to legal concerns from the film's producers. While preparing for the role, Eisenberg attempted to drive to Facebook's offices in Menlo Park for a face-to-face meeting, believing it essential for his research. However, he received a call from producer Scott Rudin advising him against the visit, citing 'a variety of legal reasons'. Eisenberg expressed that he felt it was the bare minimum to meet the living person he was portraying to enhance his performance. The film, which was adapted from the book 'The Accidental Billionaires', achieved critical acclaim and won three Oscars. As the film approaches its 15th anniversary, Eisenberg's reflections highlight the complexities of portraying real-life figures in cinema.