This last series of Wallander has been up there with all the others from Sweden. The British version comes nowhere close. As a fan of the books I do think that Krister Henriksson really 'is' Wallander. His portrayal has all the vulnerability but determination of Mankell's creation and his acting is top notch. This has been particularly so, for my wife and I, as the story line has developed around Wallander's illness. My father-in-law was a policeman and has developed Alzheimer's, fortunately not whilst he was still in the job. Nevertheless, Krister Henriksson's portrayal of the slow, vicious creep of this dreadful affliction is, I think, the most compelling depiction I have ever seen theatrically. He really should be commended and I do hope that his acting prowess in this series is recognised in some award process, somewhere, sometime. He is of course supported by a splendid cast of actors and the whole concept of Wallander, in books, film and television has, I am sure, brought tremendous entertainment to millions of people across the world. Krister Henriksson, if you ever read this, thank you. You have brought tears to our eyes but I hope that in a small way, your performances may raise the profile of this dreadful disease and help people be more compassionate, when someone has lost their way.
