The Top 7 Characters of Black Mirror Season 7 You Can’t Stop Talking About

by

Summary

  • Black Mirror‘s seventh season showcases likable characters facing bleak technological hells.
  • Memorable figures like Cameron, Verity, and Mike drive the season’s most engaging narratives.
  • The talented cast delivers compelling performances, making the new season highly discussable.

After a brief delay, the long-awaited seventh season of “Black Mirror” is now available, offering six fresh perspectives on how technology could lead to sinister outcomes. Although these stories may present grim scenarios, they also provide valuable insights for many viewers.

For instance, these characters instantly win you over – their plunges into a dystopian technological world create an added sense of concern. They can be effortlessly relatable or downright amusing. Among them are those who step up and make this season of Black Mirror particularly captivating, making it a must for discussion.

There will be spoilers ahead.

7. Cameron Walker (Peter Capaldi)

Episode Four, “Plaything”

In the story “Plaything,” Cameron takes center stage. The narrative in this episode alternates between his current situation and the account of how he acquired a unique simulation game named Thronglets. This game isn’t just a typical simulation, as the small entities within it are actually alive, causing Cameron to become increasingly unhinged due to this fact.

Cameron is a timid person who has been bullied throughout his life, except for these peculiar creatures that stand by him. Despite his instability, there’s something relatable about Cameron that stirs compassion within us. Although he might approach things in an unconventional manner, the idea of building a utopia through a singularity event is thought-provoking and worthy of consideration.

6. Verity Green (Siena Kelly)

Episode Two, “Bete Noire”

In the story “Bete Noire”, Verity serves as the antagonist, yet her true motives remain unclear. However, it’s revealed that Verity constructed a device capable of transporting items across different dimensions, primarily for the purpose of vexing an old school adversary named Maria.

In the climactic scene, Maria dons a yellow outfit, yet with her gadget, I manage to alter it to red. The plot’s intricate unraveling keeps you hooked, primarily due to Siena Kelly’s captivating portrayal. It’s a shame that we don’t delve further into the multiple lives Verity has led, which could have added even more depth to the story.

5. Mike (Chris O’Dowd)

Episode One, “Common People”

One of the saddest episodes of the season is titled ‘Common People,’ which focuses on a pair experiencing an incredibly intricate ordeal. In this story, Amanda (portrayed by Rashida Jones), unfortunately, experiences an accident at her workplace. However, thanks to a revolutionary brain-cloning firm called Rivermind, she has a chance at continued life.

To ensure they could afford their subscription costs, Mike took on additional work hours so Amanda would be content. When the subscription service hiked its prices to remove ads, Mike took an extreme step by signing up for a streaming platform where viewers pay money to make him perform tasks, from pulling out teeth to kissing a mousetrap. He did it all for Amanda, showing exceptional devotion as a spouse. However, in the end, he was compelled to do something heart-wrenching: ending Amanda’s life to preserve her mental wellbeing.

4. Phillip (Paul Giamatti)

Episode Five, “Eulogy”

In the movie “Eulogy,” Philip is essentially the main character left alive. Paul Giamatti delivers a powerful performance as usual. One day, a memorial service called Eulogy contacts him for help in creating a fitting tribute for a deceased woman named Carol. Struggling with his feelings towards Carol, this AI aid helps Philip sift through old photos. As the process progresses, more details about their past emerge, offering Philip some comfort but also proving difficult to accept. Once again, Giamatti excels in portraying these complex emotions.

3. James Walton (Jimmi Simpson)

Episode Six, “USS Callister: Into Infinity”

In the latest episode, we encounter James once more – he debuted in the season four opener “USS Callister”. Remarkably, this time around, he portrays two distinct characters. As before, James is the head of a gaming corporation; however, another character is a clone of him who’s trapped within an online game. Both figures present contrasting facets of the same arrogant personality. The amusement derived from watching CEO James struggle with video games, or Clone James devour a colossal squid, is unending.

2. Dorothy/Clara (Emma Corrin)

Episode Three, “Hotel Reverie”

Dorothy, an actress hailing from the 1940s, passed away during the same period and was featured in the third episode titled “Hotel Reverie.” In the film set within this universe, Dorothy portrays the character of Clara.

The storyline revolves around a company remaking the series “Hotel Reverie” by incorporating a fresh cast member named Brandy, who takes on the role of the love interest. This revamp is achieved through advanced AI technology. Despite some complexity, Corrin seamlessly adapts to the 1940s atmosphere and delivers a chilling performance as both Dorothy and Clara.

1. Nanette Cole (Cristin Milioti)

Episode Six, “USS Callister: Into Infinity”

In the original airing of “USS Callister” back in 2017, Nanette was an exceptional character. Her performance is equally impressive, if not more so, in the sequel titled “USS Callister: Into Infinity.” Similar to the protagonist James, this episode showcases both the genuine and cloned versions of Nanette.

Instead of last season, this time around, Nanette assumes leadership, striving to guide her team through a brutal MMO world teeming with lethal players. Faced with tough choices in her latest installment, Nanette consistently emerges victorious due to her sharp intellect. Notably, she also excels at a moral test.

Read More

2025-04-12 21:04