# Production of the film The Social Reckoning > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/production-of-the-film-the-social-reckoning > Updated: 2026-09-22T08:12:07.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2. The production of the film ‘The Social Reckoning’, written by Aaron Sorkin, has faced various logistical and legal challenges. Sorkin initially intended for David Fincher to direct the project, but due to Fincher’s existing contractual obligations and scheduling, Sorkin took over directing duties himself. The film explores the consequences of Facebook’s operations, focusing on misinformation and psychological impacts through the lens of journalists and whistleblowers. Following correspondence from Meta, Sony Pictures employed an independent law firm to oversee the production to ensure all factual claims are verifiable. Sorkin described the process as an “agonizing experience,” noting that extensive legal scrutiny led to the removal of specific dialogue and actions. Sorkin remarked on the irony of the filmmakers undergoing such rigorous fact-checking for a production centered on a company that does not subject itself to similar scrutiny. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-22: Aaron Sorkin discusses content removals in ‘The Social Reckoning’ Aaron Sorkin revealed that legal scrutiny and pressure from Meta led to the removal of key content in his film, ‘The Social Reckoning’. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aaron-sorkin-discusses-content-removals-in-the-social-reckoning ### 2026-09-19: Aaron Sorkin reveals why David Fincher will not direct ‘The Social Reckoning’ Aaron Sorkin reveals David Fincher was unable to direct ‘The Social Reckoning’ due to scheduling and Netflix commitments, leading Sorkin to take over directing duties for the Facebook-themed film. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aaron-sorkin-reveals-why-david-fincher-will-not-direct-the-social-reckoning --- Cite as: Production of the film The Social Reckoning. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/production-of-the-film-the-social-reckoning