Der Island-Krimi: Der Tote im Westfjord (2016)

Movie Introduction
"Der Island-Krimi: Der Tote im Westfjord" is a 2016 German criminal offense thriller movie directed by Till Endemann. The film is set in Iceland, especially in the Westfjords - a large peninsula in northwestern Iceland.

Main Plot
The movie's story revolves around a lesser-known part of Icelandic history which occurred throughout WWII, when British and U.S. military occupied the island. The plot deciphers when a dead male is found in an old British military jeep, apparently drowned. This interesting discovery brings the lead character, detective Solveig Karlsdottír, into the photo, played by Franka Potente.

Examination and Characters

Solveig, a struggling detective who has just recently gone back to her homeland after years invested in Germany, is put in charge of the examinations. While the local authorities rapidly conclude that the male's death was an accident due to intoxication, Solveig, with her keen eye and years of experience, suspects foul play. She starts digging deeper into the case and uncovers murky tricks from the past. In this rural, desolate, and separated part of Iceland, Solveig rapidly realizes that she's discovering a lot more than simply a regular criminal activity.

Previous Explored

Solveig's investigation leads her into a dark world of brotherly quarrel, espionage, historical complaints, and deceit. She finds a link in between the dead man and a long-abandoned British military base that was active during WWII. This leads Solveig to discover dark tricks, sealed for years, that some on the island would prefer to keep buried permanently.

Genre and Aesthetic
"Der Island-Krimi: Der Tote im Westfjord" falls in line with the "Nordic Noir" category, characterized by plain landscapes, ethical complexity, and psychological depth. Its dark state of mind resonates with the past it attempts to explore and blends harmoniously with the dramatic, weather-beaten landscapes of Iceland.

Conclusion
This movie sticks out as its narrative tactfully combines modern criminal activity with historic aspects, exposing dark tricks of WWII. The hostile and isolated landscapes of Iceland provide the perfect backdrop for the story's mystery and suspense.

In "Der Island-Krimi: Der Tote im Westfjord", director Till Endemann does a commendable task of turning an Icelandic setting into a thrilling environment. Franka Potente embodies the tormented detective with depth and strength. The appeal of remote and bleak Iceland is contrasted starkly with the complex, violent criminal offenses that unfold, providing an appealing story of criminal offense covered in layers of historical secrets.

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