But, of course, theres a sinister undercurrent.
Whys the crew so subservient?
Well, Robert has molded each character after real-life co-workers whove displeased him for some reason or another.
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They may disrespect him in the office, but their virtual selves cower at his every command.
And as fans well know,Black Mirrorloves a story involving revenge against bullies.
But USS Callister seeks no sympathy for Robert.
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To put it inSeveranceterms, shes the innie to the outie Nanette that still exists in the real world.
Her next question is How do we get out?
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