Black Mirror returns for its seventh season, maintaining its relevance as it explores contemporary anxieties around technology. The show's creator, Charlie Brooker, continues to delve deep into the psychological impacts of innovations like AI. The premiere episode, 'Common People,' examines the consequences of relying on a medical startup for life-saving technology, introducing a darkly comedic take on healthcare economics and consumer culture. As Amanda grapples with the side effects of her digital brain surgery, the episode showcases the comedy and tragedy intertwined in our modern existence, solidifying Black Mirror's place in both sci-fi and social commentary.
In the premiere episode, Amanda suffers from brain cancer but is saved by Rivermind, a startup that offers groundbreaking medical technology—with unexpected side effects.
Black Mirror's seventh season feels especially relevant now, reflecting present anxieties about AI and technology that were once considered future concerns.
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