Waldo Moment

The episode "The Waldo Moment" is the third installment of the second series of the British science fiction anthology television series Black Mirror. It was written by Charlie Brooker and directed by Bryn Higgins, and first aired on Channel 4 on February 25, 2013. The episode is set in a contemporary setting and explores public distrust of politicians, with a satirical tone. The story follows Jamie Salter, a comedian who plays a blue animated bear called Waldo in a satirical television programme, as Waldo runs as a candidate in a by-election to become member of parliament. Meanwhile, Jamie develops feelings for Gwendolyn Harris, the Labour Party candidate, but their relationship is complicated by Jamie's role as Waldo. The episode received mixed reviews from critics, who criticized its reliance on tropes and its ending, with some comparing the character of Waldo to business magnate Donald Trump.learn more on wikipedia