"Nosedive" (episode)

"Nosedive" is an episode from the TV series *Black Mirror* set in a society where people rate each other based on social interactions, affecting their social status and opportunities. The protagonist, Lacie, becomes obsessed with improving her ratings to access higher social circles, leading her to fabricating friendly behavior and increasing anxiety. As her ratings plummet due to a series of mishaps, her social standing deteriorates, illustrating the dangers of valuing superficial approval over genuine human connection. The episode explores themes of social validation, the impact of technology on authenticity, and the pressures of maintaining a perfect facade.