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Social Media as a Cause of Emotional Distress and Insecurity in "Nosedive" from Black Mirror.

Authors :
Lata
Bhatt, Preeti
Source :
Quarterly Review of Film & Video. Nov/Dec2024, Vol. 41 Issue 8, p1520-1535. 16p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The article analyzes the impact of social media on mental health and society, focusing on the consequences of excessive use and its portrayal in the episode "Nosedive" of the television program "Black Mirror." Topics include the psychological effects of social media addiction, the concept of hyperreality as discussed by philosopher Jean Baudrillard, and the dystopian social structures depicted in Nosedive, reflecting modern society's obsession with digital personas.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10509208
Volume :
41
Issue :
8
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Quarterly Review of Film & Video
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
180649911
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/10509208.2023.2219089