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Apple TV’s current number one show is Pluribus, a sci-fi horror series with an unusual take on the zombie apocalypse. The horror doesn’t come from violence, but from overwhelming friendliness. The infected are cheerful, harmless, and deeply submissive.
The story follows Carol, a successful lesbian sci-fi writer. She once had a supportive wife and a stable career, though she was unhappy with the books she was writing. When the virus spreads, her wife dies because she cannot survive the infection, leaving Carol alone.
At the start of the outbreak, the infected try to spread the virus by kissing everyone they meet. Those who can’t be infected either die or, if they survive, are treated like royalty—served and protected like queen ants or queen bees.
The virus originates from aliens. When it takes over a human body, that person becomes part of a global hive mind. Millions of people share a single consciousness, speak in unison, and behave exactly the same way.
One uninfected French man explains that before the outbreak, he faced racial discrimination. Now, the hive caters to his every desire. He eats incredible food and even sleeps with supermodels, because the infected exist to serve.
Carol despises this new world. Everyone around her feels like the same person, and she wants life to return to normal. Only nine people worldwide remain uninfected. She meets five who speak English, but none of them share her urgency.
They argue that the world is better now—no war, no crime, no violence, and no discrimination. Everyone is happy.
Carol disagrees. She wants the old world back.
Apple TV’s current number one show is Pluribus, a sci-fi horror series with an unusual take on the zombie apocalypse. The horror doesn’t come from violence, but from overwhelming friendliness. The infected are cheerful, harmless, and deeply submissive.
The story follows Carol, a successful lesbian sci-fi writer. She once had a supportive wife and a stable career, though she was unhappy with the books she was writing. When the virus spreads, her wife dies because she cannot survive the infection, leaving Carol alone.
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At the start of the outbreak, the infected try to spread the virus by kissing everyone they meet. Those who can’t be infected either die or, if they survive, are treated like royalty—served and protected like queen ants or queen bees.
The virus originates from aliens. When it takes over a human body, that person becomes part of a global hive mind. Millions of people share a single consciousness, speak in unison, and behave exactly the same way.
One uninfected French man explains that before the outbreak, he faced racial discrimination. Now, the hive caters to his every desire. He eats incredible food and even sleeps with supermodels, because the infected exist to serve.
Carol despises this new world. Everyone around her feels like the same person, and she wants life to return to normal. Only nine people worldwide remain uninfected. She meets five who speak English, but none of them share her urgency.
They argue that the world is better now—no war, no crime, no violence, and no discrimination. Everyone is happy.
Indeed. Pluribus is an Apple TV show that has taken number one right now. It's a sci fi horror but its twist is a zombie apocalypse with friendliness instead of violence. Those who were infected become cheerful harmless and submissive. The story follows Carol, a sci fi writer who lost her wife when the virus spread and was left alone.
Indeed. Pluribus is an Apple TV show that has taken number one right now. It's a sci fi horror but its twist is a zombie apocalypse with friendliness instead of violence. Those who were infected become cheerful harmless and submissive. The story follows Carol, a sci fi writer who lost her wife when the virus spread and was left alone.
Fergal wrote:Sounds very interesting, I hadn't heard of this show before. Have you watched it Netherrealmer, did you enjoy it?
Despite the infected being friendly and not violent, this show is quiet scary
[quote="Fergal"]Sounds very interesting, I hadn't heard of this show before. Have you watched it Netherrealmer, did you enjoy it?[/quote] Despite the infected being friendly and not violent, this show is quiet scary
Carol fighting for uniqueness and freedom makes perfect sense because the hive mind may seem like a utopia but it destroys the essence of humanity. Such a world would have great harmony but it would also eliminate the diversity and personal choice that make us different and special.
Carol fighting for uniqueness and freedom makes perfect sense because the hive mind may seem like a utopia but it destroys the essence of humanity. Such a world would have great harmony but it would also eliminate the diversity and personal choice that make us different and special.
Tendz wrote:It's a fascinating and unsettling story. Carol’s struggle makes sense, she values uniqueness and freedom over a perfect, controlled world.
I guess for her, perfection is miserable. Because you know, it's like talking to AI. You're talking to someone with no emotion. And imagine if every single person in the world have that personality. Although there are some people who are not infected who likes it like the character Lakshmi,she said that her son behaves better, her husband becomes more attentive But that woman doesn't realize that's not her family anymore. It's the aliens.
[quote="Tendz"]It's a fascinating and unsettling story. Carol’s struggle makes sense, she values uniqueness and freedom over a perfect, controlled world.[/quote]
I guess for her, perfection is miserable. Because you know, it's like talking to AI. You're talking to someone with no emotion. And imagine if every single person in the world have that personality. Although there are some people who are not infected who likes it like the character Lakshmi,she said that her son behaves better, her husband becomes more attentive But that woman doesn't realize that's not her family anymore. It's the aliens.
Netherrealmer wrote:I guess for her, perfection is miserable. Because you know, it's like talking to AI. You're talking to someone with no emotion. And imagine if every single person in the world have that personality.
Your idea is absolutely true because life without feelings or mistakes is a very strange worm that has no attraction. Humans love each other because of our weaknesses and feelings and the world would be a mess if everyone had the behavior of a machine that is untouched by anything.
[quote="Netherrealmer"]I guess for her, perfection is miserable. Because you know, it's like talking to AI. You're talking to someone with no emotion. And imagine if every single person in the world have that personality.[/quote]
Your idea is absolutely true because life without feelings or mistakes is a very strange worm that has no attraction. Humans love each other because of our weaknesses and feelings and the world would be a mess if everyone had the behavior of a machine that is untouched by anything.
I think to sensibly consider the question we have to establish in what way. The possibilities are enormous. For instance is all or our mind hived. And if so can we be selective about where were focus our attention. As as an example, I can both see and hear, and in many cases do both at the same time
I think to sensibly consider the question we have to establish in what way. The possibilities are enormous. For instance is all or our mind hived. And if so can we be selective about where were focus our attention. As as an example, I can both see and hear, and in many cases do both at the same time
An interesting concept. However, the story would make one realize that some of the things that seem not so good in day to day life still make our lives a bit predictable. Like presence of people with different mindsets and thinking. Absence of such things would make one realize their importance.
An interesting concept. However, the story would make one realize that some of the things that seem not so good in day to day life still make our lives a bit predictable. Like presence of people with different mindsets and thinking. Absence of such things would make one realize their importance.
there's no more racism, there's no more classism, there's no more gender discrimination, there's no more wars or murders, but everyone have the same brain. Basically, humans turned into ants.
This her Christmas with the hive
there's no more racism, there's no more classism, there's no more gender discrimination, there's no more wars or murders, but everyone have the same brain. Basically, humans turned into ants.
A hive‑mind scenario would merge individual consciousness into a shared network, enabling instant collective decision‑making and knowledge sharing. Philosophers debate its impact on identity, freedom, and societal organization, while scientists explore neuro‑tech possibilities for unified cognition.
A hive‑mind scenario would merge individual consciousness into a shared network, enabling instant collective decision‑making and knowledge sharing. Philosophers debate its impact on identity, freedom, and societal organization, while scientists explore neuro‑tech possibilities for unified cognition.
