Nordic Noir
Nordic Noir is, in its most general sense, crime fiction from, or set in the Nordic countries. It has been appreciated outside its homeland for its spirit of cynicism, melancholia and angst. Most of the stories are set in real-life places, open to visit. The dark style and often brutal nature of the crimes described is arguably inspired by the wide open spaces with nary a person in it and the long dark cold winters at high latitudes.
UnderstandI am not bossy. I am efficient. The Nordic countries have had a prolific crime fiction scene since the mid-20th century.
DestinationsThe Millennium series has a separate article. Most destinations are in Stockholm.
Go nextAs mentioned above, Germany also loves crime fiction and besides the affinity towards Nordic Noir, the domestic series "Tatort" and "Polizeiruf 110" (originally a GDR production in response to West German Tatort) are…
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