Akvarium

About This Movie

So, 'Akvarium' is this quiet little gem from Lars Drost Hundebøll that really pulls you into the solitary world of Sten, an old man who’s more comfortable with his fish than with people. The pacing is slow, almost meditative, which really captures his monotonous life. There’s this underlying tension, though, as the fish age and die, pushing Sten to confront his isolation. The performances are subtle, particularly Sten's, who conveys so much with just a glance or a sigh. It’s not flashy at all; it relies on practical effects of the aquarium and the simple, yet poignant, moments. You can almost feel the water lapping in his little sanctuary. It’s a unique exploration of loneliness and reality.

Focuses on themes of isolation and reality.Uses practical effects mainly with aquarium scenes.Subtle but impactful performances drive the narrative.