Philosophical Reflections on Black Mirror

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Philosophical Reflections on Black Mirror

Film history, theory or criticism Philosophy Ethics and moral philosophy

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Language: English

Published by: Bloomsbury Academic

Published on: 16th December 2021

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 224 pages

ISBN: 9781350162198


Black Mirror

Black Mirror is a cultural phenomenon. It is a creative and sometimes shocking examination of modern society and the improbable consequences of technological progress. The episodes - typically set in an alternative present, or the near future - usually have a dark and satirical twist that provokes intense question both of the self and society at large. These kind of philosophical provocations are at the very heart of the show.

Philosophical reflections on Black Mirror

draws upon thinkers such as Friedrich Nietzsche, Pierre Hadot and Michel Foucault to uncover how Black Mirror acts as ''philosophical television'' questioning human morality and humanity''s vulnerability when faced with the inexorable advance of technology.

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