The Pirate Bay

Four episodes in and The Pirate Bay (TPB) is developing into a, 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, fears and trepidations of the moment. It does so apparently well.

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 is coming together nicely. TPB appears set to become a "must see" for anyone interested in the effects of disruptive technology - and, arguably, also for those interested in the frailty of democracy...