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Finnish Thriller 'Dangerous Woman' Tackles Rage
15 Sep
Summary
- A middle-aged woman's career peaks before she's caught attacking a visitor.
- The woman hid her identity and is linked to an unsolved murder.
- The series explores justified violence and the breaking point of abuse.
A new Finnish psychological thriller, "Dangerous Woman," is set to explore the normalization of hatred and its physical manifestations. The series focuses on Laura, a woman at the height of her career, who is apprehended for violently attacking a male visitor at an interior design fair.
As Laura's arrest uncovers deeper secrets, it's revealed she has been living under a false identity for years. Her past is also connected to an unsolved murder case, with the narrative unfolding across three distinct timelines. This structure prompts viewers to question the true source of danger.
Created by Marika Makaroff, who has openly shared her experiences with abuse, "Dangerous Woman" approaches the character of Laura with compassion. Makaroff stated she wanted to explore what happens when hatred moves beyond words, leading to physical acts, and poses the question of whether violence or revenge can ever be justified.
Directed by Zaida Bergroth and featuring BAFTA-winner Kevin Rundle, the series is a blend of dark humor, psychological thriller, and social drama. Ultimately, it aims to tell a story about humanity, grace, and forgiveness. The production is scheduled to begin later this year, with "Dangerous Woman" being pitched at Barcelona's Serielizados Pro Mind the Gap on October 21.
