Mr. Robot_dec0d3d.doc
Mr. Robot_dec0d3d.doc

Mr. Robot_dec0d3d.doc

2016Movie40 minEnglish

In Mr. Robot Decoded, creator Sam Esmail, stars Rami Malek and Christian Slater, real-life hacker Jeff Moss and other experts open up about how the show made an extremely technical subject relatable to a wide audience and brought humanity to hackers through the main character Elliot Alderson.

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IMDb8.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes92% (Season 2)
Metacritic79/100 (Season 2)
Google Users92%
Director: Sam EsmailGenres: Drama, Thriller, Crime, Mystery

Plot Summary

The series follows Elliot Alderson, a young, unstable, and socially anxious cybersecurity engineer and hacker. He is recruited by a mysterious anarchist known as "Mr. Robot" to join his group of hacktivists called "fsociety." Their goal is to wipe out all debt by hacking and destroying the records of the country's largest conglomerate, E Corp, which is also the company Elliot is employed by.

Critical Reception

Mr. Robot was met with widespread critical acclaim, praised for its writing, directing, performances (especially Rami Malek), and its unique visual style and narrative complexity. It was lauded for its prescient commentary on technology, corporate power, mental health, and social issues.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp writing and innovative storytelling.
  • Rami Malek's performance as Elliot Alderson was a standout, earning critical praise.
  • The show's exploration of mental health and societal issues was compelling and thought-provoking.

Google audience: Audiences were captivated by the show's intricate plot, compelling characters, and its realistic portrayal of hacking and cybersecurity. Many found Elliot's journey and struggles with mental health particularly relatable and engaging.

Awards & Accolades

Golden Globe Award for Best Television Series – Drama (2016), Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series (Rami Malek, 2016), Peabody Award (2016)

Fun Fact

The iconic "hacker group" fsociety's logo, a primitive drawing of a face with an X over one eye and a dollar sign in the other, was designed by Sam Esmail himself using Microsoft Paint.

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