Horror Aficionados discussion

I don't think this show necessarily counts as horror because it's more of a sci-fi/thriller series but some parts of it and certain episodes can be pretty horrific and disturbing. It's absolutely amazing, though! It's an anthology series, every episode is written and directed by Charlie Brooker but they're all completely different. The stories focus on different things and aspects of technology and dystopian worlds (although Brooker has said that despite what it may look like due to the themes of the series, he doesn't actually hate technology and in fact loves it). The outlook of most of the episodes are very bleak (with the exception of two episodes from the 3rd and latest season which had fairly positive endings), and they always leave you thinking about your own morals and questioning how you feel about it.

I've been watching it since the first season aired and I think it's just been getting better and better. The most recent season was just released by Netflix (it had been a channel 4 production before that) and every episode was incredible.

Has anyone else here watched it? What do you think of the show?

If you haven't watched it, I highly recommend it. Some episodes might be a bit odd or not your sort of thing (the very first episode involves something that many may find off putting) but don't let it put you off because every episode is so different that you're bound to find some of them that you like.

Sounds cool. Too bad I don't have Netflix.

I have Netflix but I haven't watched it yet.

I've enjoyed the series. It kind of reminds me of Twilight Zone or Outer Limits - both of which I loved.

I luckily stumbled upon this series last year on Netflix and loved it. Been eagerly awaiting this next season but haven't yet watched. Glad to hear this new season is good. I hope to catch a few episodes in the next day or so.

The show is great, I'm on the last episode of season 3. Although some episodes aren't that great compared to the others, or sci-fi at all, it's awesome.

Especially the season 2 finale. So good.

The Christmas special really was amazing. There's not one of these that I don't like, Brooker really is the kind of guy who sees the world the same way as I do.

We've just started the most recent season and have watched the first episode. Very good indeed. It was spoiled a little as I've seen another show with the same idea but it's really sad to think that this could be a possibility to our world. I really loved the brother, he's my type of person. Makes me glad that I don't have a Facebook account!

I started watching Black Mirror not that long ago and I really like it. I am almost caught up to it, I have two episodes left in season three.

Jennifer wrote: "The Christmas special really was amazing. There's not one of these that I don't like, Brooker really is the kind of guy who sees the world the same way as I do.

We've just started the most recent ..."

Episode two of season 3 was really the only episode I didn't like. Though I haven't seen the season finale of season 3 yet.

I looove that show!! I can't wait for a new season! I read in an article somewhere that they were planning a fourth season, so I hope it works! The episode that creeped me out was 'play test' with the horror video game, it really messed with my mind!

The first two seasons are great. Season 3 has kind of been hit or miss though.

Hulu recently produced a similar series, Dimension 404. I didn't think the stories were as good. Reminded me more of Tales from the Darkside.

I much preferred Season 3 to the others. The entire concept is great though and frightening how close to all of these possibilities we are already.
I didn't realise Charlie Brooker had it in him so massive kudos there

Madeleine wrote: "I looove that show!! I can't wait for a new season! I read in an article somewhere that they were planning a fourth season, so I hope it works! The episode that creeped me out was 'play test' with ..."

I heard that they were developing a final season but I haven't heard of a premiere date as of yet.

I love this series. I also read there would be a season 4 but did you see something coming in book form? See author profile: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show...

https://uinterview.com/news/black-mir... Here is info about season 4 (uinterview.com)

You know its only a matter of time until San Junipero is a real destination.

Awesome info on upcoming season 4!

Corinne wrote: "I love this series. I also read there would be a season 4 but did you see something coming in book form? See author profile: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show......"

I didn't know about the book form. It looks like the first volume is coming out next year,

Corinne wrote: "I love this series. I also read there would be a season 4 but did you see something coming in book form? See author profile: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show......"

This is amazing! I am definitely going to be reading this whenever it comes out.

J.N. wrote: "You know its only a matter of time until San Junipero is a real destination.

Awesome info on upcoming season 4!"

I would happily spend (view spoiler)[ my afterlife (hide spoiler)] in San Junipero.

That first episode though . . .

I think the one that bothered me the most was the guy in the VR world/game show where the audience votes on nearly every move the "participant" makes. Having so little free will was just terrifying to me.

Bark's Book Nonsense wrote: "That first episode though . . .

I think the one that bothered me the most was the guy in the VR world/game show where the audience votes on nearly every move the "participant" makes. Having so li..."

I would have been interested to know (view spoiler)[why did they have to ride the exercise bikes for so many hours a day? Just to stay in shape or was there suppose to be more to it then that? (hide spoiler)]

Corinne wrote: "I love this series. I also read there would be a season 4 but did you see something coming in book form? See author profile: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show......"

I didn't know about it coming in book form. Can't wait for that.

Erin wrote: "Bark's Book Nonsense wrote: "That first episode though . . .

I think the one that bothered me the most was the guy in the VR world/game show where the audience votes on nearly every move the "par..."

I'm not quite sure. My best guess? Maybe to (view spoiler)[ provide power to those controlling that horrible world? (hide spoiler)]

Erin wrote: "Bark's Book Nonsense wrote: "That first episode though . . .

I think the one that bothered me the most was the guy in the VR world/game show where the audience votes on nearly every move the "par..."

They rode the bikes (view spoiler)[ to earn the credits they needed to try and 'audition' so that they could potentially move on to something better (which neither of the main characters who auditioned really did as one got put in the porn industry and the other was on the verge of a mental breakdown). I think having them ride the bikes was also a way of controlling them and as Bark's said it could've been to provide power also. (hide spoiler)]

Francesca wrote: "Erin wrote: "Bark's Book Nonsense wrote: "That first episode though . . .

I think the one that bothered me the most was the guy in the VR world/game show where the audience votes on nearly every ..."

How quickly I forgot about (view spoiler)[the credits they had to earn in order to audition (hide spoiler)]. I like the other theory too.

I just started watching this. I watched the first two seasons and I've enjoyed them. I've liked some more then others but I think it's a great show. I feel it's more dark then twilight zone although I get why some people compare it to that.

I watched all 4 seasons. For me the quality dropped season by season. Not that the 4th was not good, but the 1st was better. I liked more the episodes that have more than just science fiction issues, i liked more the ones that deal with ethic and moral issues. The first one, for example, that one about webterrorists threating people with their internet (illegal or immoral) activities. I liked San Junipero too. It was so cute.

I think it's coming back for another season.

I thought White Bear is season two had the biggest twist. I've only seen the first two seasons but I'd say that and the Christmas episode definitely have the biggest twists.

Justin wrote: "I thought White Bear is season two had the biggest twist. I've only seen the first two seasons but I'd say that and the Christmas episode definitely have the biggest twists."

The Christmas episode was definitely one of my faves as well, even though it technically has no tension at then end. I was kind of frustrated with the "butler/clone" thing as I felt it was a strong enough story to get a full hour long episode.

Season 3 and 4 have good episodes but there is definitely a decline in quality overall.

The episode where people's likes show up above their heads for everyone to see is so much like Facebook.

When I first started watching the show a while ago I got sucked in, and watched a couple episodes each day. It tends to be so melodramatic though that by the second episode of season 3 I just had to step away from it. Haven't been able to bring myself to start it back up again.

The most frightening episode was that one where people can block other people in the real world.

That was the Christmas episode and yeah that was quite frightening.

i think the christmas episode may be the only one i didnt watch yet.

In London they're turning streets into old British business for the next season for an upcoming episode which will take place in the 80s.

Justin wrote: "In London they're turning streets into old British business for the next season for an upcoming episode which will take place in the 80s."

Interesting. Wondering if they are doing some sort of retro-futurism thing. Or if it is just going to be a simulation of the past.

Started watching this yesterday and I have to say, it reminds me of two of my favourite science fiction writers (J G Ballard and Philip K Dick). White Bear has been my favourite so far.

Corinne wrote: "My mother sent me this in an email today "The news said China is vastly expanding its AI & scoring human behavior! Ratings given for jaywalking, etc. shaming people with bad scores & they are denie..."

Black Museus was really good. The Waldo one was not really good.

I saw the social media one Nosedive with Bryce Dallas Howard and eh it was alright but it got cringy toward the end for me. The way she spirals out of control and how people treat you based off your rank. The ending was kind of dull too.

Saw Playtest, it was definitely deep. About a guy who tests a new video game that brings out your fears. I thought it was good and the ending was a twist and surprising.

Then I saw the next episode Shut Up and Dance..worst episode I've seen yet. The whole concept is in bad taste, awkward and a bit too raunchy for my liking. The ending makes it even more awkward and bad and yeah I just didn't care for it at all.

@Justin I liked the social media one too but it was a bit cringe worthy towards the end.

Yeah, It got a bit messy compared to how it started. The next one is good but the one after playtest is too much.

New season coming Dec. 28???

https://bloody-disgusting.com/tv/3536...

Alan wrote: "New season coming Dec. 28???

https://bloody-disgusting.com/tv/3536..."

Sounds like it, interesting with the "choose your own adventure" angle.

Ooh I like it!

Bandersnatch doesn't work on my Vizio Smart TV (several years old).

I'm watching now and it's totally freaking me out, but in a good way. I know I'm going to have to go back and try different options to see how different the story comes out.

Does anybody know of any classic "choose your own adventure"-like books like the one in the episode? All the ones I ever saw were short little numbers. Bandersnatch looks like it's 800 pages long.

Haven't watched it yet but plan on it if I can.

I haven't watched it yet but I plan to at some point.