Rising star Hannah Griffiths is making waves this year with her highly anticipated role in the new season of Black Mirror. Known for her captivating screen presence, Griffiths brings fresh intensity to the anthology series' latest dark, tech-fueled episode. Hot on the heels of this release, she's directed and written the upcoming psychological drama 'I Won't Forget', a haunting story of memory, betrayal, and resilience that's already generating early buzz.

Hello Hannah! Thanks for talking to ReVamp. Congratulations on being part of one of Netflix’s biggest shows ‘Black Mirror’. What was your reaction like when you got the role of Luisa in ‘Bête Noire’?

Hello! Thank you so much! I remember I was home alone, just relaxing, and the moment I saw the notification come through, I jumped out of bed and ran around my house screaming! 

It’s one thing to love a series from the outside, but to step into that world and contribute to something so meaningful is just an incredible privilege. I feel beyond lucky and so, so grateful for the opportunity. It’s an experience I’ll treasure forever.

Your episode in Black Mirror Season 7 explores some pretty intense themes—what was your initial reaction when you first read the script, and how did you prepare emotionally for the role?

When I first read the script, I was blown away by its brilliance. The dark twist beneath the surface was unexpected and added such depth to the story.

Playing Luisa was a joy. Her comedic moments were particularly fun to explore, as she used humour to deflect tension; she’s the kind of character who lightens the mood. But what made her so enjoyable to portray was balancing those funny, carefree moments with subtle hints of something deeper. 

Black Mirror is known for pushing boundaries and reflecting societal issues darkly. What message or question do you hope audiences take away from your episode?

Bête Noire explores the boundaries of manipulation and torment deeply and compellingly.  I think the question audiences might take away from the episode is how far someone would be willing to go to get revenge on another person. It makes you think about the moral limits of retaliation and how much someone might push their boundaries in pursuit of vengeance. 

This show often blurs the line between technology and morality. If you were in your character’s shoes, do you think you would have made the same choices? Why or why not?

It’s hard to say for sure whether I would have made the same choices as Luisa, especially since she’s unaware of the bigger picture. However, I do think I would have made similar decisions based on the limited information she has. So, while I can’t say I’d act exactly the same, I can definitely relate to being influenced by what I know in the moment, just as Luisa is.  

Throughout all the Black Mirror episodes that have been made. Which was your favourite and why?

My favorite episode is White Christmas. It has a crazy twist, and the idea of "blocking" someone in real life is really chilling. The whole episode makes you think about how technology could mess with us in the future. Plus, the Christmas setting adds to the eerie vibe. It’s definitely one that sticks with you.

You have also written and directed a short film called ‘I Won’t Forget’. What can you tell us about this project? And were there any challenges you had to face to do two jobs?

"I Won’t Forget" explores grief in a broken family, focusing on how unresolved tension complicates healing. Directing for the first time was a challenge, but I loved the experience and I’m proud of how it turned out.

Shifting from being an actor to directing my own project was a new experience. It was tough to switch gears, but it was an amazing learning opportunity that made the final product feel more personal. The next step is taking the film on the festival run!

Lastly, if you had to ReVamp anything in the world. What would it be and why?

If I had to ReVamp anything in the world, it would be the way we view failure, especially in acting. Actors are often taught to see failure as negative, whether it's missing a role or falling short of expectations. But I believe failure is an essential part of the journey. It’s through those moments that we discover new depths to our characters, our skills, and ourselves. Embracing failure as a strength, something that pushes us to fight on, encourages risk-taking and authenticity. When we see failure as a tool for growth rather than a setback, we open ourselves up to better storytelling and greater resilience. Ultimately, it’s how we rise from those moments that defines us as artists.

The latest season of Black Mirror is now streaming on Netflix.