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Helene is the family's well-traveled daughter and a key ally in revealing the truth. She initially hides her sister's suicide note after reading it, but later reads it aloud to the guests, exposing the abuse and confirming Christian's accusations. She also welcomes her boyfriend despite the family's hostility.
Katrine is one of the central figures organizing the family Christmas gathering with Mads. She tries to keep the meal orderly and uphold traditions, but her strict approach fuels disagreements with relatives. She receives a surprise gift from Mads, a trip for the two of them to Seville, as the evening's tensions continue around them.
The widow of fallen officer Lars Hansen. She contacts Toft and Boe to inform them of Lars's death in hospice, triggering Boe's revelation about her secret affair with Lars.
Benedikte is Philip's sister-in-law and is attracted to him. She makes advances toward Philip, but he rejects them because his feelings are turning toward Ida. She also interrupts the private moment when Philip tells Ida that she is beautiful and wonderful, making her a disruptive presence in their developing relationship.
Charlotte is mentioned in connection with a wealthy man whom Mick approaches to offer the painting for ten million. The man refuses the offer and makes clear that he considers Mick beneath him. The synopsis does not explain Charlotte’s role in the deal or her relationship with the man.
Tove is a writer preparing to host literary guests, but she resents the performance and feels insecure about her work. She argues with Victor, distrusts Fru Andersen, and challenges Klaus about desire and the people around her. Her provocative behavior and clashes with both men drive the household’s escalating conflict.
Heidi is a family member who challenges the decision to proceed with Esther’s death. She argues that Esther may still have months or a year, questions Poul’s judgment, discovers Sanne’s mood-stabilizing antidepressants, and accuses Sanne of being unable to decide rationally.
Anna is Christian's wife, living and working in Argentina as a sports agent. She is involved with the football star Juan Diaz and initially intends to divorce Christian. After conflicts arise in her new relationship, she and Christian grow closer again, before she marries Juan Diaz.
Ulla Harms is the unsettling substitute teacher who dominates the story. She humiliates the pupils with impossible questions, insults, and disturbing revelations, then uses their defense of Carl to lecture them about empathy. The children suspect that she is not human and intends to take them to another planet as experimental subjects.
A 35-year-old strong woman who effectively manages her job, husband, and teenage daughter. She insists her critically ill widowed father moves in with her and attempts to reconcile him with his estranged gay son. As the father's health improves, his presence strains the family, leading to her husband's infidelity, her daughter's rebellion, and the unraveling of her relationship with her father.
Sigrid is Mikael's wife and Selma's mother, living with them in the home she inherited from her father. As Mikael becomes increasingly hostile, he gaslights and endangers her. After he punches her and locks her in a chest freezer, she escapes and frees Selma before he can permanently abandon them.
Paprika Steen has 60 screen credits in a career dating back to 1988. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Nightwatch Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include Mango, That Time of Year, Families Like Ours. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 2 universes
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