Why ‘Black Mirror’ Strikes a Chord with Contemporary Technology Anxieties

Delve into the eerie relevance of ‘Black Mirror’ episodes with their uncanny parallels to modern tech fears.

Summary

  • ‘Black Mirror’ episodes hit home due to uncanny parallels with current tech concerns
  • ‘USS Callister’ stands as a fan favorite with its captivating storyline
  • The show expertly blends humor and horror to evoke unsettling emotions
  • Some fans express disappointment in the perceived decline in episode quality

Sense of Dread

“I love this show, but it consistently makes me queasy because of how it gets at anxieties about contemporary technology. ‘Joan Is Awful’ was more funny than horrifying but still has some disturbing elements.”

Clashing Opinions

“Still waiting for an episode as good as USS Callister. What a banger.”

Quality Concerns

“The decline in quality is the spookiest part.”

The user klitchell adds humor to the discussion by asking, “More or less spooky than a werewolf bar mitzvah?”