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Top reviews. A crime series you just have to watch, I read. Could this live up to expectations?

After watching it, my answer is both yes and no.

No, in the sense that the series is not very exciting after a brutal double murder. A strange investigation starts and we quickly understand that this will take time to be solved. It is a slow crime story. You have to be patient here.

Not bad, but cumbersome and time-consuming.

What I have to admit I liked the most were the incredible characters and environments that are portrayed in this series by some of Sweden's very best actors. The series is about two different eras, and manages to juggle between them well. It is particularly in the era that is about the 70s that I find exciting and interesting. A sect that wants to turn its back on society, small-time criminal villagers, a mysterious Finnish woman appears and more. This is incredibly well described and an insight into a recent past.

In sum, I would therefore recommend the series. But don't expect a crime thriller with lots of action, but a comprehensive story that is carefully uncovered.

As someone who grew up in the 70's ( although not in Sweden ) I like the the sense of the 70's in those parts of the series that play in the 70's. Also the story line ( although slow ) I like. However... the switches between 1973 and 1991 I don't understand when it comes to choice of characters. Characters that are about 30 years old in 1973 are played in 1991 by actors in their end sixties/ seventies. 30+18 is still only 48 to me, so the choice of characters playing the 1991 versions of Annie, the doctor etc are way off, although played well. On the other hand Mia seems to fit in the timeline.

In short... I like the story line by I am not convinced and confused by the timeline.

Hope they do more like this. Didnt wanted it to end. The August family and Lassgård is excellent.

I especially liked the 70's part of it, it felt like I was in that pediod of time with the clothes, music, cars and so on.

Didnt think it was obvious what was going to happen, it is very mysterious and special and I can understand why its not suitable for everyone.

Its a serie where you dont do anything else than whatch it, cause if you look at the phone at the same time you might miss clues. I think I will watch it again sometime just to understand some of the mysterious parts in the beginning and just to se the beautiful nature up in north. And ofcourse dont forget the music its perfect.

This Series may not deliver the suspenseful crime thriller some might expect, but it offers a deep, moody experience that's rich in atmosphere and character. The story moves between the 1970s and 1991, exploring a mysterious double murder, a strange commune, and complex people with buried secrets. The timeline, however, is a bit confusing-actors in the '90s scenes look far too old for characters who should only have aged 18 years since the '70s. It's distracting and breaks the immersion.

The commune itself feels intentionally unsettling-sexually exploitative and strangely cultish. Meanwhile, the logging family is almost cartoonishly violent, making some scenes feel over the top. These elements are clearly meant to challenge viewers, but they can be frustrating to watch.

The setting and acting are definite highlights. The 1970s sequences are especially well done, capturing the mood and ideology of that time in Sweden. However, the story doesn't always connect its twists smoothly, and the final scene feels more like a twist for shock value than something truly meaningful.

If you're hoping for a tight crime plot, this might disappoint. But as a slow-moving character drama with Nordic flair, it is more than decent. Just be prepared for some odd character and performer choices (I can only imagine that Alba August is "pushed" into so many films and series due to her parents only).

Overall, okay watching if you enjoy thoughtful pacing, quirky characters, and a moody 70s setting more than a fast-paced mystery.

This is so much more than just a murder story. It's also a brilliant semi-dramatic and quite touching story about Annie, Mia and Birger's lives living in the middle of nowhere (and then some) somewhere in Sweden. The first episode I was confused but I quickly understood the method of storytelling, and I was intrigued so I kept watching. After episode 2 I was hooked. I was a bit creeped out by the realization of how difficult things were back then (1973) without access to the technology we have today, and that made me feel like this show is special from a lot of other crime stories. Some events I guessed pretty early what was going on, and other events had me surprised.

The calm but yet hostile atmosphere that was presented in ep 1 was managed throughout. I'd say this is a relaxing watch for anyone interested in fictional crime.