Minority Mindset

The Lullaby of Coldness” explores the lives of Siri, a proprietor of a restaurant, and her writer spouse Jon, who balance their hectic schedules in Stockholm with rearing their two girls. In the tranquil summers, they escape to Siri’s coastal childhood home in Sweden for peace. But this peaceful summer takes an unexpected twist when their nanny, Mille, vanishes during a gathering, compelling the family to uncover hidden secrets and confront long-held guilt.

Titled “Love Is Blind,” this reality show, first aired in 2020, has inspired numerous international adaptations. In this unique setup, singles participate in a series of dates where they can’t see each other; instead, they converse from individual pods – specially designed lounges that let them hear but not see their potential partners. If a connection forms, the participants may propose to their chosen partner, and if accepted, they meet for the first time in person afterwards. As weeks pass, the couples venture out into the real world to check if their bond remains strong. In the finale, each engaged couple decides whether to formalize their relationship with marriage or part ways separately.

Although “Low Expectations” marks Landsvik’s debut in full-length filmmaking, it has generated considerable excitement due to the acclaim earned by his previous work, the short film “Tits,” which won recognition at the Cannes Film Festival in 2023.

As a person of mixed Indigenous heritage, Kali Reis, who stars in the drama “Rebuilding” alongside Josh O’Connor, usually contemplates her personal values before accepting a role or embarking on a new venture.