Netflix Black Mirror actor admits episode made him look back on 'uncomfortable' past

Devotees of Black Mirror can hardly contain their excitement as season 7 is set to drop on come April 10, promising another round of mind-bending tales.

In the run-up to the new season, , one of the stars, has opened up about an episode that prompted him to confront some "uncomfortable" memories from his past.

Chatting with for their latest edition, the actor shared his enthusiasm for filming the episode titled 'Eulogy' in Britain, despite it pushing him into some personal territory.

He divulged: "I don't often feel that I consciously bring anything of my own life into something, but there were definitely moments of thinking about my own past here. Regrettable relationships, things that were left open-ended in uncomfortable ways.."

The synopsis for 'Eulogy' teases a gripping narrative: "An isolated man is introduced to a groundbreaking system that allows its users to literally step inside old photographs - stirring powerful emotions in the process," reports .

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While it remains a mystery which character Paul will embody in the acclaimed anthology series, fans are eager to find out.

This season's cast list is studded with stars such as Awkwafina, Issa Rae, Peter Capaldi, and Rashida Jones.

Joining them are Siena Kelly, Billy Magnussen, Rosy McEwen, Cristin Milioti, Chris O'Dowd, and Paul G Raymond, all set to dazzle audiences with their performances.

Tracee Ellis Ross, Jimmi Simpson, and Harriet Walker also grace the roster, though their exact roles are shrouded in secrecy for now.

When the cast was unveiled earlier this year, users expressed their disappointment at the number of recognisable faces.

One user wrote: " was better with non famous actors I can't explain why."

Another responded: "Because it doesn't need to rely on names to get people to watch. It's all about the story and the setting.

"Interesting how the newer seasons seem to rely a lot on big name actors and actresses in headlines just to hype us up for episodes," noted another sceptical Reddit user.

is renowned for its thought-provoking narratives, often set in unsettling near-future scenarios and typically featuring startling .

The series, created by Charlie Brooker, first aired on from 2011 to 2014, before transitioning to Netflix in 2016.

Paul was speaking in the latest issue of . Black Mirror is available to stream from April 10 on Netflix