Black Mirror (Review)

Black Mirror is a British anthology series by Charlie Brooker.                                                                                                                          
Each 40 minute episode follows different characters in different situations. The episodes generally follow a theme of the effect of technology on society, especially in the future. The show is constantly compared to the Twilight Zone.

Black Mirror is going to be renewed as a 12 episode Netflix show this year which I'm really looking forward to.   

Each episode is very high quality. This includes the acting, soundtrack and especially the story-lines. The stories are all very unique and interesting, and usually contain a twist. The premier follows a politician being threatened on live television, the second follows a virtual reality concept. The episodes jump from idea-to-idea very quickly, but the messages for all the episodes are still very similar. The episodes never really drop in quality, although I definitely preferred the first season. 

I would give Black Mirror 8.5/10, and would definitely recommend it.

Rated 15, runtime 42 minutes.

Making a Murderer: Season 1 (Review)

Making a Murderer: Season 1 (Review)

''Making a Murderer'' is a 10-episode non-fiction documentary currently streaming on Netflix.The show aired in December but has recently gained popularity. The story was filmed over 10 years, and follows the release of Steven Avery from an 18-year-long false imprisonment (exonerated due to DNA proof), and his re-conviction for a separate crime two years later.

The documentary has caused a surge in support for Steven Avery and Brendan Dassey, some even urging their release. The petition ''Free Steven Avery'' on change.org currently has over 450,000 signatures. While it is not clear whether Steven Avery is guilty, it's clear that a retrial is necessary. The show brought many contradictions and ignored articles of to light, many accusing the state police of planting evidence against Steven Avery out of embarrassment for incorrectly placing him in jail for 18 years. 

Regardless of general opinion, the documentary is still well filmed, well structured and entertaining overall. The documentary is definitely free of filler, and will be very interesting to most. While the level of how interesting and engaging each episode was is not entirely consistent, this would be expected due to the fact that it is following an actual law case. I would definitely recommend it, but it can be upsetting and difficult to watch.

I would give the series 9/10.

Currently streaming on Netflix.