Things We Saw Today: Black Mirror: Bandersnatch Pop-Ups Spotted in England

Black Mirror: Bandersnatch, the horror anthology’s entry into interactive entertainment, has kept us glued to our screens, playing out all the different scenarios that could befall poor programmer Stefan (Fionn Whitehead). Many are becoming obsessed with exploring every possible decision, as well as hunting down all the Black Mirror Easter eggs hidden throughout the film.

Now, in clever bit of viral marketing, Bandersnatch pop-ups have started to appear in London, Birmingham, and other major cities in England. The pop-up shops, called Tucker’s Newsagent and Games, are faux video game stores that carry the titles featured in the film, including Metl Hedd, Nohz Dyve and Valdack’s Revenge. The storefronts also display VHS covers of classic Black Mirror episodes like San Junipero and White Bear. They also include vinyl records of the music featured in Bandersnatch, as well as other music selections from previous Black Mirror episodes.

As if we needed one more reason to be jealous of our friends across the pond.

(via TV Guide, image: Netflix)

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Chelsea was born and raised in New Orleans, which explains her affinity for cheesy grits and Britney Spears. An pop culture journalist since 2012, her work has appeared on Autostraddle, AfterEllen, and more. Her beats include queer popular culture, film, television, republican clownery, and the unwavering belief that 'The Long Kiss Goodnight' is the greatest movie ever made. She currently resides in sunny Los Angeles, with her husband, 2 sons, and one poorly behaved rescue dog. She is a former roller derby girl and a black belt in Judo, so she is not to be trifled with. She loves the word “Jewess” and wishes more people used it to describe her.

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