The Architect

Arkitekten is speculative fiction done right. The writing, directing, and acting are superb. I wish there was more of it and I can't wait to see what this director makes next.

I imagine it will get a lot of comparisons to black mirror due to it being set in a realistic near future. And it is similar to that show's gentler episodes, for sure. However, rather than focusing on the consequences of new technologies, it uses them as a part of the scenery to explore deeper themes of societal structures and imbalances. I am so impressed by what it accomplishes in a short runtime. This show chooses to rely on subtlety and creativity to tell a small story confidently. I appreciate that the world feels ordinary, familiar, and lived-in, foregoing the need to over-explain itself.

Ultimately, the show has a lot of heart and isn't afraid to have some fun too. It is shot and edited beautifully. Even the music is great. I cherished my time with Arkitekten and I will be recommending this little gem to everyone I know!