There’s no hush-hush business when it comes to Black Mirror; we all know what this series is all about. An anthology series where dwells a story in its heart- a story of mankind years from now. The theme remaining familiar, there are parts and pieces that feel like a totally new territory in Season 4. Little known, the fourth season was never in the plans but then it turns out it was planned otherwise. The Season 4 is like a string having its origins in Season 3 which was initially supposed to air all the episodes as a part of a single season instead of a having a graft that culminated into two different seasons. Nevertheless, the question here remains is Season 4 worth the hype?

Well, it can be claimed to be one of the best anthology series to be created. Season 4 comprises of different standalone episodes woven intricately to evince a great narrative with a tinge of abhorrence. This season is an admixture of different ideas manifested by several talented artists. The narrative is solely written by Charles Brooker with a helping hand from William Bridges for the story of USS Callister only.

USS Callister, the longest episode of the season is stand-alone episode presenting an altogether different world to dive into. There’s a great sense of adrenaline rush in this adventure-packed episode (waving out already to y’all adrenaline junkies). Crocodile brings up a thriller where what lies ahead makes one all jittery. This episode deals with a murder and an impression of some futuristic gears – a machine with an ability to record an event an inventory of the exact happenings that stays intact. This particular episode was shot in Iceland that makes for an immersive experience.

 

Metalhead is a standalone episode in a sense that it is the only one with a monochromatic cinematography to its credit. The plot is gruesome inciting too much cold creeps and a chill sinking down the spine. The story sheds light on a brute survival what seems like an unimaginable reality to the viewers. Next up is Arkangel (a snippet of the episode is what forms the popular sponsored ad for Black Mirror Season 4). Set as a dystopian tale the episode narrates a mother-daughter bond distorted by a high-tech gizmo.

Hang the DJ tries to reclaim the San Junipero vibe wherein Amy (Georgina Campbell) pegs away to find her soulmate with the help of some advanced AI. The love of Black Mirror’s creative group for drama is clearly visible in this episode. Last but not the least; Back Museum is a blend of three mini-stories that projects the very obvious thing that men would try to manifest once they are bestowed with deadly arms or technology. Yes, destruction it is.

So, in a sense, Black Mirror feels more like reading out a destined tragedy resting coiled somewhere in the dark alleys of our future. Or in simpler terms, it is just a tap on our conscience to be better aware or equipped for such disasters in a distant future. The matter-of-factly tone of this entire series brings us to expect the worst, though. Well, you never know.