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The film opens in 2003 with young Mark on a date with his girlfriend, Erica Albright. During their conversation, it's evident that Mark is desperate for acceptance—specifically, entry into the elite final clubs at Harvard. His fast-paced, scattered thoughts leave Erica frustrated, ultimately leading her to break up with him. As their relationship dissolves, Mark retaliates in a painful way, posting derogatory comments about Erica online and hacking into Harvard’s student databases to create a controversial site called "Face Smash." This site allows users to compare the attractiveness of female students, setting the stage for Zuckerberg's tumultuous path forward.