Going Hollywood: 10 Famous Tech Figures Portrayed on Film

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By Yohana Desta2014-02-24 10:11:48 UTC

Hollywood loves its tech stars. Over the years, well-known names from Silicon Valley and beyond have been portrayed in films by glossy celluloid counterparts.

Technology titans Mark Zuckerberg, Bill Gates and Steve Jobs have all gotten the superstar treatment in movies such as The Social Network and Pirates of Silicon Valley. Considering how their inventions have rapidly changed the face of the world, filmmakers are scrambling to tell their fascinating and complicated stories.

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We put together a list of 10 well-known names in the tech world who have been vilified, scandalized and glorified on the big screen.

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Topics: bill gates, Entertainment, Film, Steve Jobs, Tech

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