The Digital Dystopias of Black Mirror and Electric Dreams

Focusing on the intersection of technology and human existence, this critical examination analyzes the dystopian themes in the television series Black Mirror and Electric Dreams. It delves into various representations of both modern and futuristic technologies, tracing their evolution from early portrayals like Rossum's Universal Robots to complex narratives such as digital consciousness transference in Black Mirror's "San Junipero." The book highlights how these series reflect societal anxieties and aspirations surrounding technological advancements.