The Valhalla Murders

An interesting murder mystery series set in Iceland. The characters were well developed and well acted (for us English speakers the dubbing was very well done). The cinematography gave off awesome dark vibes. The main storyline was well developed, but there could have been more there. Some off the side storylines felt unfinished.

Well-realized homicide show from Iceland. The austere scenery is breathtaking and the cinematography topnotch (although far too dark indoors, sometimes obscuring important clues) and the writing brisk and plot-driven. Like other dramas from Iceland, some of actions of the characters (phones conveniently left in cars, cops inexplicably turning their backs in dangerous situations etc.), are questionable and a bit lazy. Perhaps Icelanders are a bit more naive than the rest of us? The acting is wonderful and sincere, rarely overdoing it. Despite these minor flaws, I binged the series and was fully engaged from beginning to end. Looking forward to another season.

I don't get why people complain about dubbing if your serious about your TV never dub always watch it in the original language. The subs are fine. Dark looming feel, great cinema photography with beautiful landscapes of Iceland. Scandi cops are always flawed and this guy doesn't break that mold, he's so dark I'm wondering if he's the killer. It's got a great feel and look I'm upto ep 3 and glued

This is very similar to a welsh series called Hinterland. Same plot.

The murder mystery is fairly typical, the twists expectable but ok-ish, the acting good, although the effort by Nordic shows to say 'hey, we have problems too' is a bit obvious. Enjoyable enough to watch, but nothing special.