techno-thriller

American  

[tek-noh-thril-er] / ˈtɛk noʊˌθrɪl ər /

noun

1. a suspense novel in which the manipulation of sophisticated technology, as of aircraft or weapons systems, plays a prominent part.

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Etymology

Origin of techno-thriller

First recorded in 1985–90

Example Sentences

Into the techno-thriller microclimate that includes “Homecoming,” “Mr. Robot,” “Counterpart” and “Black Mirror” comes this series starring Adam Scott as an employee of a company that has developed an extreme approach to the work-life balance.

From New York Times • Jan. 6, 2022

The real-life scenario from which the techno-thriller concept sprang, of course, was only slightly less extreme and nightmarish: It happened during the press tour for his 2012 directorial debut, “Antiviral.”

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 8, 2020

Garland, who wrote and directed each episode, has a point: “Devs” is an absorbing meditation on the very essence of human existence and free will, all hidden in an elegant techno-thriller.

From Washington Times • Mar. 4, 2020

Connect is essentially a novel of ideas, hidden inside a family drama, and disguised as a techno-thriller.

From The Guardian • May 30, 2018

It’s too complex to be a fun, formulaic techno-thriller, but not smart enough to be an interesting commentary on technology.

From The Verge • May 30, 2018