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About

"Death to 2021" is a comedy television special that premiered in 2021. It is a follow-up to the popular show "Death to 2020," and is created by Charlie Brooker and Annabel Jones. The show takes a satirical look at the events that occurred throughout the year 2021 and the global response to them.

The special is presented in a mockumentary style, featuring a blend of fictional characters and real-life footage. It uses humor and parody to analyze and comment on various topics, including politics, the COVID-19 pandemic, social issues, and popular culture.

The show incorporates interviews, news segments, and testimonials from a range of fictional experts and notable figures, who provide their unique perspectives on the events of 2021. It offers a humorous and sometimes exaggerated reflection on the tumultuous year.

Making / Production

"Death to 2021" was produced by Broke and Bones Ltd. and House Blink Industries. It was created by Charlie Brooker and Annabel Jones, who are known for their work on the critically acclaimed series "Black Mirror." The special was written by Charlie Brooker, Annabel Jones, and a team of talented writers.

The production of the show involved a combination of scripted scenes, improvisation, and editing of real-life footage. The extensive use of visual effects and editing techniques helped create a seamless blend of fictional and real elements.

Actors

• Samuel L. Jackson as Dash Bracket (Lead character, a journalist)
• Leslie Jones as Dr. Maggie Gravel (Political commentator)
• Hugh Grant as Tennyson Foss (Historian)
• Cristin Milioti as Kathy Flowers (Social media influencer)
• Joe Keery as Duke Goolies (Tech expert)
• Phoebe Dynevor as Gemma Nerrick (Young person handling the current events)
• Tracey Ullman as Queen Elizabeth II

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• "Death to 2021" is a spiritual successor to the previous mockumentary "Death to 2020," which focused on the events of the year 2020.
• The show features a star-studded cast of talented actors who expertly portray their respective characters.
• The special uses a blend of real footage and scripted scenes to create a satirical commentary on the events of 2021.
• Charlie Brooker and Annabel Jones previously worked together on the critically acclaimed series "Black Mirror," known for its dystopian themes and dark humor.

Awards

As of now, "Death to 2021" has not received any notable awards or nominations.

Quotes

• "2021: So much happened, and none of it was fun!" - Dash Bracket
• "I mean, it's not the end of democracy as we know it...yet." - Dr. Maggie Gravel
• "If you can't trust the Queen, who can you trust?" - Tennyson Foss

Music / Soundtrack

• "Death to 2021" features a mix of original score and curated songs that enhance the satirical and comedic tone of the show. Some notable tracks include:
• "Doom and Gloom" by The Rolling Stones
• "This Year Sucks" by The Fake Life
• "2020 Vision" by The Parodies