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A cross between The Twilight Zone and Tales of the Unexpected, Charlie Brooker's Black Mirror looks at the consequences of the rapid advancement of technology on society. Each of the three episodes is a completely self-contained story, but there is an over-arching theme.
1) ‘The National Anthem'--the least sci-fi, in that it's set very much in the present day. Inspired by news events that get whipped up in the social networks and Twitter, and everything feels like it's rattling slightly out of control...
2) ‘15 Million Merits'--(co-written with Konnie Huq) is set in a dystopian, sarcastic version of the future, in which everyone is compelled to live a life of physical drudgery, and the only real means of escape is by entering a kind of talent show, of a type which may seem familiar to visitors.
3) ‘In Memoria' (written by Jesse Armstrong). You know when you have an argument, and everyone's fantasised about being able to rewind and go, ‘Here's what you said earlier,' or ‘Look how you embarrassed me' or what have you? Well, this is set in a world where everybody has got the ability to do that--you've got the equivalent of Sky+ for your head, so that you can rewind and replay your visual feed.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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Charlie Brooker is known for his cynical and satirical yet highly humourous outlook on the world and in particular the media, both in his writing and in his televison shows. With "Black Mirror" he has proven that his writing is constantly improving and becoming sharper and that he can branch out from black comedy to dark and compelling drama. Not for the first time I know as he was also responsible for "Dead Set" too but this series is even better.
"Black Mirror" is a three part series which is very well written indeed and takes a not too distant look into the future in terms of politics, the entertainment industry and a new angle on infidelity in relationships.It also shines brighter still with some excellent acting performances from the likes of Rory Kinnear(Quantum Of Solace),Daniel Kaluuya(Psychoville)and Toby Kebbell( Dead Man's Shoes).
Kudos must also be given to Brooker's co-writers Jesse Armstrong(Four Lions) and Brooker's wife Konnie Huq for helping to put the final touches on what I thought was, along with "This Is England '88", the best British TV drama series of last year. If only TV would invest more in such thought provoking and intelligent shows rather than force feeding us mind numbing drivel like "Take Me Out" (Can you believe that was actually nominated for an award?)then I wouldn't be struggling to find good shows to watch so often.
"Black Mirror" is a three part series which is very well written indeed and takes a not too distant look into the future in terms of politics, the entertainment industry and a new angle on infidelity in relationships.It also shines brighter still with some excellent acting performances from the likes of Rory Kinnear(Quantum Of Solace),Daniel Kaluuya(Psychoville)and Toby Kebbell( Dead Man's Shoes).
Kudos must also be given to Brooker's co-writers Jesse Armstrong(Four Lions) and Brooker's wife Konnie Huq for helping to put the final touches on what I thought was, along with "This Is England '88", the best British TV drama series of last year. If only TV would invest more in such thought provoking and intelligent shows rather than force feeding us mind numbing drivel like "Take Me Out" (Can you believe that was actually nominated for an award?)then I wouldn't be struggling to find good shows to watch so often.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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At the time of me writing this, there's a single bad review which seems to be based on the shows failure to make the reviewer laugh. Was this ever billed as comedy? If so, that billing passed me by. Obviously, it's a question of taste, but I thought Black Mirror was disturbing and thought provoking in equal measure. I think running it down as too dark or not funny is like bemoaning the believability of your average Sly Stallone movie. It's missing the point.
If bleak, distopian drama which obliquely comment on the modern world is your bag, you'll appreciate this slice of inspired genius from the consistently inspiring Brooker.
If bleak, distopian drama which obliquely comment on the modern world is your bag, you'll appreciate this slice of inspired genius from the consistently inspiring Brooker.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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I would argue this is a must have for any sci-fi fans, more so than it is for fans of comedy, although funny in its bizarre and very dark ways, the series is more focused on highlighting the irrelevance and stupidity that modern society lives by. There are also warnings about our future if we continue to let aspirational brainwashing, courtesy of the television (for more on this see 'How TV Ruined Your Life') control our lives and the common sci-fi reflections of a world obsessed with technology to the point of loosing our humanity.
Each episode is extremely well written and beautifully shot, with some truly amazing performances from all actors. Fans of books like 1984 or A Brave New World should really love this. One of the most fresh and important things on British TV in a long time.
Each episode is extremely well written and beautifully shot, with some truly amazing performances from all actors. Fans of books like 1984 or A Brave New World should really love this. One of the most fresh and important things on British TV in a long time.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Did I watch the same thing?
Black Mirror is a 3 part series featuring Charlie Brooker doing what he does best... only doing it badly. Read more
Published 2 months ago by AlistairJames
Worth it for episodes 2 & 3
After a disappointing, but still rather funny first episode I wasn't too excited about seeing the second. Read more
Published 3 months ago by S. Wright
Charlie turns inside out and forgets what he's good at
Black Mirror is a mini series of 3 dramas based around the modern fascination and pre-occupation with screens - be they mobile, TV, iPad or futuristic brain recording......erm. Read more
Published 3 months ago by J. Broad
Comedy couldn't get much blacker
Charlie Brooker has made a name for himself by exposing the sheer banality of much of the modern world, in particular the media, in a way that is as cutting as it is hilarious. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Mr. R. A. Nelhams
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