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Abstract
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Over the past century, technology has deeply influenced every aspect of human life, becoming indispensable for addressing daily challenges. However, this reliance comes at significant cultural and social costs. This thesis employs Neil Postman’s Technopoly theory to analyze specific Black Mirror episodes “Be Right Back,” “Nosedive,” and “The Entire History of You” which illustrate the personal and societal consequences of technological control. These narratives depict societies where technology disrupts human emotions, distorts relationships, and ultimately leads individuals toward self-destruction, mirroring Postman’s concerns about the surrender of culture to technological determinism. This study investigates the ways technology has reshaped traditional values, individual autonomy, and critical thinking, often undermining the capacity for self-reflection and resistance. In this context, Black Mirror becomes a cautionary critique, urging society to reflect on technology’s pervasive impact on human values and well-being.
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