My thoughts and ratings for each episode of Black Mirror
I binged Black Mirror in three weeks. It wasn’t too hard, there are not a lot of episodes and the show is a nice breath of fresh air so it’s easy to watch. Some very entertaining stuff right here let me tell ya! Im sad that I don’t have any more to watch. ☹
DOn't hesitate to compare your ratings/thoughts with mine, I would enjoy getting your feedback too.
Here are my quick notes and ratings for every season:
S1E1 THE NATIONAL ANTHEM:
Well, I did not expect that at all. Quite unique, I mean, I never saw anything like it before. The PM has to bang a pig or the Princess dies. Speechless I is. 7-7.5/10
S1E2 FIFTEEN MILLION MERITS:
Great atmosphere, creepy-hi-tech feel to it. I liked seeing the guy from Get Out again. 7.5-8/10
S1E3 THE ENTIRE HISTORY OF YOU:
Interesting idea, average execution. I can’t say I did not enjoy it. 6.5/10
Overall: 7/10
S2E1 BE RIGHT BACK:
Good execution, good acting, good story, no low no high, that’s the problem. 6.5-7/10
S2E2 WHITE BEAR:
An exhilarating ride from start to finish. It was intense and thrilling. I have my reserve concerning the final twist but it really got my blood pumping. 8-8.5/10
S2E3 THE WALDO MOMENT:
The script was not bad, the cinematography was nice but it’s probably the weakest link here. 6/10
S2E4 WHITE CHRISTMAS:
I liked the concept, some good ideas were offered here but I felt like the final punch was not as hard as it was meant to be. Hamm was solid in his role. 7.5/10
Overall: 7/10
S3E1 NOSEDIVE:
Might be my favorite concept yet and it was well exploited, especially thanks to some great acting and solid direction. The title fits the script perfectly. 8-8.5/10
S3E2 PLAYTEST:
It took a long time for it to get to the good part but the good part was GREAT! 7- 7.5/10
S3E3 SHUT UP AND DANCE:
Got me hooked from start to finish, and once more, what a finish! 8/10
S3E4 SAN JUNIPERO:
Very soft for a Black Mirror episode but still a good concept that was well executed. Both actresses were great. 7/10
S3E5 MEN AGAINST FIRE:
Awesomely bloody and clever episode. Yet another great surprise. 7.5-8/10
S3E6 HATED IN THE NATION:
This 1h29m episode felt like a mix between an ‘’afternoon TV flick’’ and a Black Mirror classic. Good acting, good script but the whole thing looks a bit cheap. 7/10
Overall: 7.5-8/10
-S4E1 USS CALLISTER:
Ingenious, fun, captivating and well played. 8-8.5/10
-S4E2 ARKANGEL:
Clever idea, drab and boring execution. 5-5.5/10
-S4E3 CROCODILE:
Good, entertaining, shot in nice settings. 7/10
-S4E4 HANG THE DJ:
Skillfully executed, well played and an epic twist on the typical love story. (My favorite episode of the show) 9/10
-S4E5 METALHEAD:
Succeed in its attempt but does not manage to elevate itself above simple goodness. 7/10
-S4E6 BLACK MUSEUM:
Great atmosphere, awesome mini-stories, cool story, monkey loves you. 8.5/10
Overall: 7.5/10