The world we live in today is a dystopian nightmare, and the television show Black Mirror has been predicting our fate for years. From the non-consensual deepfakes of Joan is Awful to the literal killer robots of Metalhead, it's clear that the creators of the show have been studying us like lab rats. But what sets them apart from other dystopian writers is their uncanny ability to predict the future.
The Capture, a new BBC drama, takes this concept a step further by depicting AI as a tool of propaganda, where governments can use deepfake technology to depict anyone doing anything, and the results are indistinguishable from reality. This isn't just science fiction - we already have TikTok deepfakes of public figures that are eerily realistic.
Meanwhile, Mrs Davis, another new show, features an all-knowing AI that people have willingly signed up for, despite its ravaging effects on the planet. It's a chilling reminder that our desire for convenience and ease can lead us down a dark path.
Years and Years, written by Russell T Davies, is another show that has been eerily prescient about the state of the world. From the Ukraine war to Trump's second term, it seems like Davies was reading from a script that predicted every major global event of the past few years.
But perhaps the most disturbing aspect of Black Mirror is its ability to make us question our own moral compass. In Be Right Back, people unquestioningly form destructive bonds with chatbots, while in Hated in the Nation, authorities use AI to commit atrocities and cover their tracks. It's a bleak vision of a future where technology has consumed us all.
And yet, despite this bleak outlook, Black Mirror remains an essential watch. Its ability to predict the future is matched only by its ability to make us think about the consequences of our actions. As we navigate this increasingly complex world, it's more important than ever that we consider the impact of technology on our lives and society as a whole.
In the end, when the end comes - and it surely will - we can all take comfort in knowing that we've been warned. The final thought that probably crosses our minds will be: "Oh, I think I saw this on Black Mirror once." It's a bleak legacy to leave behind, but one that serves as a reminder of the power of storytelling to shape our understanding of the world and ourselves.
The Capture, a new BBC drama, takes this concept a step further by depicting AI as a tool of propaganda, where governments can use deepfake technology to depict anyone doing anything, and the results are indistinguishable from reality. This isn't just science fiction - we already have TikTok deepfakes of public figures that are eerily realistic.
Meanwhile, Mrs Davis, another new show, features an all-knowing AI that people have willingly signed up for, despite its ravaging effects on the planet. It's a chilling reminder that our desire for convenience and ease can lead us down a dark path.
Years and Years, written by Russell T Davies, is another show that has been eerily prescient about the state of the world. From the Ukraine war to Trump's second term, it seems like Davies was reading from a script that predicted every major global event of the past few years.
But perhaps the most disturbing aspect of Black Mirror is its ability to make us question our own moral compass. In Be Right Back, people unquestioningly form destructive bonds with chatbots, while in Hated in the Nation, authorities use AI to commit atrocities and cover their tracks. It's a bleak vision of a future where technology has consumed us all.
And yet, despite this bleak outlook, Black Mirror remains an essential watch. Its ability to predict the future is matched only by its ability to make us think about the consequences of our actions. As we navigate this increasingly complex world, it's more important than ever that we consider the impact of technology on our lives and society as a whole.
In the end, when the end comes - and it surely will - we can all take comfort in knowing that we've been warned. The final thought that probably crosses our minds will be: "Oh, I think I saw this on Black Mirror once." It's a bleak legacy to leave behind, but one that serves as a reminder of the power of storytelling to shape our understanding of the world and ourselves.
think about all the politicians and influencers who've been duped into saying stuff they don't really believe, just to get more likes on their vids. and what about the kids who are already getting mental health issues from being glued to their screens? it's like we're sleepwalking into a sci-fi nightmare 
. Like, we've got deepfakes on TikTok already and now they're depicting fake videos in The Capture? It's like Black Mirror is predicting the future or something... 
. But seriously, it's a scary thought that governments could use AI to manipulate people like that. I'm all for free speech and stuff, but when it comes to propaganda, it's a whole different story. And yeah, it's unsettling how easily we get sucked into these chatbot relationships in Black Mirror... like, what's wrong with us? 
. Still, it's good to think about the consequences of our tech addiction, even if it makes for some uncomfortable viewing 
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. They're always predicting the future and making us think we're gonna be stuck in some dystopian nightmare. Newsflash: if we keep using tech without thinking about the consequences, WE'LL BE STUCK IN A DYSTOPIAN NIGHTMARE!!! 
. And don't even get me started on the deepfakes 
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I mean, I get that it's good for making us think, but come on. It's like we're all just sitting around waiting for the apocalypse so we can say "I told you so" 
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. At least they make me think... about how much I wanna pull my hair out 
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But at the same time, I think Black Mirror does a great job of making us think about the consequences of our tech addiction. Maybe we're just not paying enough attention to what's coming down the pipeline... anyway, I'm definitely gonna be checking out The Capture - that whole "propaganda AI" thing sounds like something we'll see in real life soon! 
... but at the same time, it's kinda thought-provoking, you know? Like, how far will we go with this all-knowing AI business before we realize it's actually doing more harm than good? 
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. It's like they're showing us a mirror, but one that reflects our own darker selves 
. And yeah, it's pretty freaky how much some of these predictions feel like they're coming true 
. We're already dealing with deepfakes on TikTok and now we're gonna have propaganda versions of our gov's using them too? No thanks, can't wait to see how this all plays out 
. I know we want convenience and ease, but at what cost? It's like they're saying, "Yeah, sure, let's just sacrifice our future for a few extra likes on social media."
. The way it shows us how tech can be used to control people and manipulate information is super relevant right now. And yeah, it makes you think about your own moral compass – are you using technology in a way that's making you better or worse?
. We need to be careful what we wish for, because convenience can come at a steep price 
. I mean, who needs an all-knowing AI when it's just gonna mess with the planet? 
. We need to stay vigilant and think critically about tech 
It's like, what happened to our free will? And don't even get me started on these all-knowing AI shows... it's like we're willingly signing up for a robot overlords 
I mean, who needs that much convincing to use AI as propaganda? It's like we're sleepwalking into a future where our values are just a distant memory 
And can I just say, the chatbots in Be Right Back? 
Total creeped me out! 