Black Mirror season 2 episode 2 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
A woman, unable to remember her identity, is pursued by a gunman and aided by strangers. They learn of a societal collapse caused by a signal that turned people into passive onlookers or violent hunters. Seeking to destroy the signal's transmitter, they encounter various threats. Ultimately, it's revealed that the woman, Victoria Skillane, is reliving a punishment for a heinous crime, her memory wiped daily as part of a twisted public spectacle.
Full Episode S02E02 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the main character in the scene and what is her dilemma?
The main character is a woman who can't remember her identity and is in distress.
What happens when the woman encounters a man with a gun?
She and another person, Damien, try to escape the gunman.
Who is Jemima and what does she explain?
Jemima is an ally who explains the phenomenon of people becoming passive "onlookers" or violent "hunters" due to a mysterious signal.
What is the group's plan to escape the situation?
Their plan is to destroy a transmitter that is spreading the harmful signal.
Where are they heading to execute their plan?
They are heading towards a location known as "White Bear."
What happens in the woods with a new character?
A man in the woods takes control of the situation and forces the woman and Damien into a dangerous game.
What is the shocking truth revealed to the main character?
She learns that she is Victoria Skillane, who was involved in the abduction and murder of a child named Jemima Sykes.
What is Victoria's punishment?
Victoria's punishment is to relive the day's events repeatedly with her memory wiped each time.
How do the onlookers participate in Victoria's punishment?
The onlookers are part of an attraction where they observe and participate in Victoria's recurring nightmare.
What is the orchestrated nature of the events?
The events Victoria experiences are part of a show where staff and onlookers prepare for her to relive her punishment daily.