Blade Runner: Black Out 2022 (2017)

Plot

Set against the backdrop of a crumbling society, this animated short explores the catastrophic electrical failure that strikes the US West Coast. As outlined in the timeline of Blade Runner 2049, the blackout triggers city shutdowns, disrupts financial markets, and leads to food shortages. Though the origin of the blackouts remains a mystery, the bio-engineered Replicants from the original Blade Runner are scapegoated, further fueling tensions in an already fragile world. The narrative delves into the chaos that ensues, highlighting the societal repercussions of this dark event.