Pyramid Schemes

Synopsis

Lawrence Lek's Pyramid Schemes presents a narrative on architecture through eleven chapters. The film intertwines scenes from the video game Assassin’s Creed with various simulated environments. It examines how these virtual spaces mirror real-world issues such as migration and access. Lek argues for a new architectural approach that accommodates collective needs rather than merely reflecting existing power structures. He emphasizes the necessity of mobility, stating, “the simplest form of freedom is the freedom of mobility.”