Black Mirror’s ‘Common People’: How much would you pay to stay alive?
Black Mirror’s ‘Common People’: How much would you pay to stay alive?
By Adam Husicka
By Adam Husicka

What if your consciousness depended on a monthly subscription – like a streaming service?

In Season 7 of Black Mirror, that dystopian premise becomes entirely plausible. A young couple navigates a world where life-saving care comes with a subscription, and what happens when they can’t afford it. This episode tackles themes like the dangers of the gig economy, and how far we’re willing to go for our loved ones.

Watch below as we dive into the show’s emotional core, with real world stats and cultural context and ask the question: where does convenience end and exploitation begin?

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