La prova

A poignant, subtle and well-paced Swedish true crime drama. There is sadness permeating every scene in the four episodes but it's captured in a very thoughtful way so it never feels like misery p*rn. The series doesn't ring sensational at any point and I thought it has been done with a lot of respect for the real people behind the story, including the families and the police officers.

Great performance by all the actors from beginning to end. I found the understated urgency and perseverence of the lead detective really touching and well acted. Overall, I watched it all in one day and felt on the edge of my seat to the very end.

This miniseries has been crafted with high sensibility, the characters are developed in perfect way and all the actors do an amazing job.

It's an immersive experience, that lead to feel the pain of the parents, the struggling and the weight of responsibility that investigators have.

The movement thru the years, that often is the most difficult part on this kind of movie, it's smooth. Impressive work also from the makeup department. Characters are fully believable in all the years of their life.

Impressive performance from the lead actor.

It's the first time I give a 10 to something, but this deserve it all.

This is a gripping and tragic story centered around the double murder in Linköping, which truly captivates the audience. The series is cleverly structured, maintaining a well-balanced pace that prevents viewers from feeling rushed by the plot or overwhelmed by too many characters.

What really elevates this series is the exceptional acting. Peter Eggers shines in his role as the lead investigator, delivering a performance that is both compelling and engaging. Mattias Nordqvist also makes a strong impression as Per, the genealogist, and together they create a believable dynamic. Many of the actors are familiar faces from other productions, which only underscores their talent. Bahador Foladi, who plays the victim's father Saad, delivers a poignant performance that is genuinely moving. For those who understand Swedish, it's particularly striking to hear his distinctive accent, which adds an extra layer of authenticity to his character. This nuance might not be as easily appreciated by international audiences, but it enriches the viewing experience for those who can catch the subtleties of his speech.

However, it's a bit disappointing that we don't get to follow Saad's family more closely throughout the series. Their story feels a little underdeveloped, and it would have added more depth to the narrative perhaps.

If you're looking for a series that showcases excellent acting and a compelling storyline, this is definitely worth watching.

For a drama that was dubbed (and I think the same people dubbed several characters in this one) The Breakthrough was surprisingly watchable, and it seemed well acted.

So many of these sort of crime dramas are padded out, but this was just about the right duration.

It was based on a true story, so we knew the ending wouldn't be contrived, even if it was somewhat tame.

There was a eureka moment of course, but it was really all about the process, and the strain on those involved trying to solve this crime, and those hoping to see it solved.

In most crimes that take many years and DNA advancements to solve, there are the 'if onlys'. If only the police had pursued certain lines of inquiry, or investigated potential suspects, more thoroughly at the time. This was one of those.

I'm a big fan of Scandinavian crime dramas. They do crime as well as any...just top notch! This is a serious and relatable human drama. The actors / actresses are top-notch, especially the lead character. Very compelling plot and some lovely cinematography.

Apparently based on a true story. I wasn't familiar with the story but truly sad for the families of the victims.

I also loved the soundtrack for the series. Melancholy, emotive but fitting for the series and characters. As I said, the actors are excellent and draw you into their pain of loss. Sorry to repeat but oddly there is a minimum word count required for a review.