This German drama is set on the Frisian Island of Amrum. It opens with a woman being attacked and killed by a large dog; four months later her son and his wife are run off the road and die. The main action starts a year later and the couple's son, Jonas, is living with his grandfather. It appears that his life is getting along well under the circumstances but then, after his teacher is replaced by a substitute, Helena Jung, things start going in ways he couldn't have expected. Helena soon starts an inappropriate relationship with him and his friends, most notably Nina, realise something is wrong with her. Before the film is over tragedy will strike the island again and old secrets will be revealed.
For the most part I thought this was a good, solid drama. It started well and built tension nicely. It even delivered an unexpected event midway through that provided a real shock. Unfortunately after that things got a bit more cliché as events lead to a finale that won't surprise too many viewers. The acting is decent; especially from the leads and the island location provides a great atmosphere as well as pleasant scenery. Overall I wouldn't say this was a must see but if you enjoy the genre it is certainly worth checking out.
These comments are based on watching the film in German with English subtitles.
For the most part I thought this was a good, solid drama. It started well and built tension nicely. It even delivered an unexpected event midway through that provided a real shock. Unfortunately after that things got a bit more cliché as events lead to a finale that won't surprise too many viewers. The acting is decent; especially from the leads and the island location provides a great atmosphere as well as pleasant scenery. Overall I wouldn't say this was a must see but if you enjoy the genre it is certainly worth checking out.
These comments are based on watching the film in German with English subtitles.