Film Lens
As We're Told presents a candid view of the Swedish employment system through the eyes of its employees. The documentary features case workers, receptionists, and psychologists discussing the frustrations they face within one of Sweden's most unpopular government agencies. An employee bluntly states, "It's simple! We do as we're told," reflecting the systemic issues that plague the agency, including inadequate software and overwhelming caseloads.
The film employs a unique artistic approach by using cardboard puppets to represent interviewees, allowing for anonymity while making their experiences relatable. Each case worker assists only 10 individuals in finding work annually, with only 10% of clients securing new jobs. This creative choice adds a layer of humor to the serious subject matter, emphasizing the absurdities of navigating a bureaucratic system that often fails those it is meant to serve.
Why Watch
- •Meet frustrated Swedish employment agency workers.
- •Find out why only 10% of clients get jobs.
- •See how puppets represent real-life struggles.
Did You Know
•Only 10% of clients at the employment agency secure new jobs.
•Each case worker assists only 10 individuals in finding work annually.
•The documentary features employees represented by cardboard puppets.
Perfect For
Swedish bureaucracyEmployment systemsDocumentary art