TV Show ‘Black Mirror’ Returns to its Roots in New Season
A Dystopian World of Technology
The much-anticipated British television series “Black Mirror” returns to Netflix on Thursday for a seventh season, promising to immerse fans once again in its iconic, dystopian worlds replete with futuristic technology.
New Episodes and a Sequel
After a two-year wait, the award-winning series, created by British writer Charlie Brooker, will air six new episodes, including a sequel to the fourth season’s “USS Callister” episode – a space epic inspired by the Star Trek universe.
A Return to Roots
Brooker shared there would be a few unpleasant episodes in the seventh season. He added they were more like the “OG (original) Black Mirror”, referring to the earlier seasons which often explored disturbing scenarios driven by technology.
“There’s quite a lot of emotional ones (episodes)… So, it’s a mix, which is kind of what you’d expect from Black Mirror, of the familiar and the unexpected,” added Brooker.
Nostalgic Themes
Some of the episodes are, ironically, dripping in nostalgia, exploring technology that could allow you to relive a memory by entering an old photograph, or recreate a black-and-white film using artificial intelligence.
Celebrity Lineup
Fans will see actors Paul Giamatti (“The Holdovers”), Rashida Jones (“Parks and Recreation”), Issa Rae (“Insecure”) and Emma Corrin (“The Crown”) on their screen through the season.
A Recipe for Success
The cult series, which has nine Emmy awards to its name, first aired on UK’s Channel 4 between 2011 and 2014, before moving to Netflix in 2016 and winning global acclaim.
The seventh season should appeal to long-time fans, thanks to its return to “‘OG Black Mirror’ and the near-future tech themes, with the satirical undercurrent and social commentary sprinkled on top,” said Brooker.
The Disturbing First Episode
The series shows how technology itself is “not evil or malicious”, Brooker told AFP in Lille.
“Often the humans involved in the stories aren’t necessarily malicious, but there’s a clumsiness.”
“In a way, we’re the problem,” he added.
Global Acclaim
Shortly after its release, the sixth season of “Black Mirror” was the number one show globally on Netflix, with over 11 million views in the first week.
Conclusion
The seventh season of “Black Mirror” promises to be a thrilling return to form for the series, with its exploration of near-future technology and satirical commentary. Fans of the show can expect a mix of emotional and disturbing episodes, with a focus on the human impact of technology.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will there be a sequel to the previous season? Yes, the seventh season includes a sequel to the fourth season’s “USS Callister” episode.
What can fans expect from the new season? The new season promises to be a thrilling return to form for the series, with its exploration of near-future technology and satirical commentary.
Who is the cast for the new season? The new season features actors Paul Giamatti, Rashida Jones, Issa Rae, and Emma Corrin.
How many episodes will the new season have? The new season will have six episodes.