The Pirate Bay

The Pirate Bay (TPB) is, a most watch worthy, non-formalistic, gripping drama-documentary.

The initial "disclaimer" is valid and, for once, on point; it is made with a view not to be precise - rather to capture the spirit of the moment, the debate and feelings TPB evoked.

It does so apparently well.

Added to that TPB successfully manages to capture the fears and trepidations - not only of those directly involved, but also of those doubting "the entire system".

TPB addresses, at least, three examples of historically interesting phenomena: The "David against Goliath" The relentless development of technology The speed at which innovations can be disruptive

Added to the above it also highlights some of the issues that arise when a democracy, behaviourally, shifts towards a plutocracy - when capital attempts to "top-manage" a democratic society.

TPB has all the ingredients of a captivating drama - and then some. What, easily, could have become a formulaic Hollywood production manages to maintain an indie vibe - a vibe that feels particularly relevant given the topic.

The weaving of this drama-documentary comes together nicely. TPB is arguably a "must see" for anyone interested in the effects of disruptive technology - and also for those interested in the frailty of democracy...