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Black Mirror Returns: A Look at Season 7 Highlights and Future

The latest season of Black Mirror presents new and returning themes, exploring the intersection of technology and humanity.

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Black Mirror is often harrowing as it preys on our fears over the unpredictability of the world around us, but this one is especially crushing.
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The varied palette of styles and stories means that the series is naturally hit or miss.
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Brooker seems to have lost interest in people by now, focused as he is instead on the tech itself; at its worst, "Black Mirror"’s seventh season favors lines of code and shiny gizmos over human emotion, which, as a small mercy, explains why the episodes feel like their priorities are disjointed.
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Updated: Apr 10th, 2025, 4:23 PM ET

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Black Mirror returns for a seventh season, exploring varied narratives tied by technology's impact. Notable episodes like 'USS Callister: Into Infinity' provoke mixed reactions, while the anthology continues to innovate and challenge societal norms. Critics debate its relevance as technology and pop culture rapidly evolve. The series, known for its diverse storytelling, highlights how intertwined our lives are with technology, prompting discussions about its future direction.

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