The kidnapping of the estranged, spoiled and rotten son of a wealthy real estate mogul soon proves to be a lot more complicated. The father/son relationship has clearly been strained, but there are several strange persons of interest that leave the police to investigate in multiple directions. -
The character of the state prosecuting attorney comes across as biased, even corrupt. The Kommissar Team is visibly put off by that (as was I as audience). Usually the law and order characters in Tatort episodes are straight-laced and unimpeachable. Perhaps it adds realism, but it's still disappointing to include recurring main characters who don't deserve our full respect. On a much more pleasant note, look for the delightful regular character of Fanny, who can always be counted on to assist, even in dangerous situations. It's a sign that good will always triumph over the bad.
This episode is perhaps a little bit too ambitious. We weren't looking for a James Bond adventure, but somehow this story is spread on rather thick with coincidences and extremely clever crime planning. Points lost for the excesses. There is a satisfying (if predictable) big "bonus" at the very end. Still an enjoyable show.
The character of the state prosecuting attorney comes across as biased, even corrupt. The Kommissar Team is visibly put off by that (as was I as audience). Usually the law and order characters in Tatort episodes are straight-laced and unimpeachable. Perhaps it adds realism, but it's still disappointing to include recurring main characters who don't deserve our full respect. On a much more pleasant note, look for the delightful regular character of Fanny, who can always be counted on to assist, even in dangerous situations. It's a sign that good will always triumph over the bad.
This episode is perhaps a little bit too ambitious. We weren't looking for a James Bond adventure, but somehow this story is spread on rather thick with coincidences and extremely clever crime planning. Points lost for the excesses. There is a satisfying (if predictable) big "bonus" at the very end. Still an enjoyable show.
