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10 'Black Mirror' Episodes That Turned Out to Be Scarily Accurate


Published on 2025-03-14 06:42:24 - collider
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  • Netflix's Black Mirror was catnip for horror and sci-fi fans alike but some of its episodes turned out to be scarily accurate.

The article from MSN discusses how several episodes of the Netflix series "Black Mirror" have eerily predicted or reflected real-world technological and societal developments. It highlights ten episodes that have proven particularly prescient. "The National Anthem" eerily mirrors the public shaming and media frenzy around public figures. "Nosedive" reflects our obsession with social media ratings and appearances. "Hated in the Nation" touches on the dark side of social media with its depiction of online harassment leading to real-world consequences. "White Bear" and "White Christmas" delve into themes of surveillance, privacy, and punishment through technology. "Shut Up and Dance" explores the manipulation possible through hacking and blackmail. "Men Against Fire" deals with augmented reality used for military purposes, eerily similar to discussions around autonomous weapons. "Hated in the Nation" also eerily predicted the use of drones in surveillance and attack. "Smithereens" reflects on the psychological impact of social media and tech companies, while "Rachel, Jack and Ashley Too" touches on AI and the music industry. Each episode, in its own way, has become a cautionary tale about the potential dark sides of technological advancement and societal trends.

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