Hollywood rolls out 2026 films critical of Silicon Valley leaders

Hollywood rolls out 2026 films critical of Silicon Valley leaders

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The Verge reported that Hollywood released a wave of 2026 movies and documentaries portraying major tech founders in a negative light, reflecting growing public skepticism toward Big Tech. Variety noted that Universal's horror thriller "Other Mommy" earned $27. 5 million in its opening weekend, far outpacing Aaron Sorkin's tech sequel "The Social Reckoning," which opened with $5.

5 million and placed fifth. Earlier forecasts from The Hollywood Reporter had projected the horror film to debut around $20 million and the tech sequel about $7 million. The modest performance of the tech biopic has sparked discussion about the commercial prospects of the slate of technology-focused films slated for 2026.

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October 15, 2026
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Hollywood releases a wave of films critical of Silicon Valley leaders
Hollywood releases a wave of films critical of Silicon Valley leaders

The Verge • 15 Oct 21:39

Several 2026 movies and documentaries portray major tech founders in a negative light, reflecting growing public skepticism toward Big Tech.

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October 12, 2026
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Box-office performance of Sorkin's tech sequel raises questions for upcoming tech-focused films
Box-office performance of Sorkin's tech sequel raises questions for upcoming tech-focused films

The Hollywood Reporter • 12 Oct 22:37

Aaron Sorkin's film The Social Reckoning opened to modest earnings, prompting discussion about the commercial prospects of a slate of 2026 movies centered on technology and its leaders.

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Aaron Sorkin's "The Social Reckoning" underperforms at box office while horror film sees strong earnings
Aaron Sorkin's "The Social Reckoning" underperforms at box office while horror film sees strong earnings

The Verge • 12 Oct 21:20

"The Social Reckoning" earned about $5.5 million this weekend against a $30-42 million budget, whereas Blumhouse's "Other Mommy" brought in $27.5 million.

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October 11, 2026
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Aaron Sorkin's 'The Social Reckoning' Projects Modest Opening Amid Fall Tech Biopic Season
Aaron Sorkin's 'The Social Reckoning' Projects Modest Opening Amid Fall Tech Biopic Season

TechCrunch • 11 Oct 20:51

Box office estimates show 'The Social Reckoning' opening with about $5.5 million domestically, falling short of studio projections and signaling a modest start for the film and the upcoming slate of tech-focused movies.

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Jessica Chastain horror "Other Mommy" leads weekend box office with $27.5M
Jessica Chastain horror "Other Mommy" leads weekend box office with $27.5M

ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos • 11 Oct 17:59

"Other Mommy" earned $27.5 million in its opening weekend, while "The Social Reckoning" opened to $5.5 million.

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Horror Thriller "Other Mommy" Leads Weekend Box Office as "The Social Reckoning" Lags
Horror Thriller "Other Mommy" Leads Weekend Box Office as "The Social Reckoning" Lags

Variety • 11 Oct 15:14

"Other Mommy" earned $27.5 million in its opening weekend, while Aaron Sorkin's "The Social Reckoning" opened with $5.5 million and placed fifth.

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October 10, 2026
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Supernatural Thriller 'Other Mommy' Leads Friday Box Office with $12.6 Million
Supernatural Thriller 'Other Mommy' Leads Friday Box Office with $12.6 Million

Variety • 10 Oct 15:45

Universal's horror film 'Other Mommy' earned $12.6 million on its opening Friday, while other new releases posted modest earnings.

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October 09, 2026
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Other Mommy expected to outpace Sorkin's sequel The Social Reckoning at the box office
Other Mommy expected to outpace Sorkin's sequel The Social Reckoning at the box office

The Hollywood Reporter • 09 Oct 02:15

Sony's The Social Reckoning, a low-budget sequel to The Social Network, is projected to open with about $7 million, while Universal's horror film Other Mommy aims for a $20 million debut and is likely to claim the top spot.

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