Valkyrien
Valkyrien

Valkyrien

2017TV ShowEndedNorwegian

In an illegal hospital, hidden in an Oslo underground station, a physician is desperately trying to find a cure for his wife's terminal illness.

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IMDb7.4/10
Director: Erik Richter StrandGenres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a near-future Oslo, a desperate doctor leads a covert team to find a cure for a deadly airborne virus that has plunged the city into a state of emergency. As the quarantine tightens and society crumbles, he must make impossible choices between saving his family and the greater good. The series explores the ethical dilemmas of survival and the lengths one will go to protect loved ones amidst global catastrophe.

Critical Reception

Valkyrien received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its tense atmosphere, compelling performances, and thought-provoking premise. Some noted the show's bleak outlook and slow burn, but most found it to be an engaging and relevant thriller. The series was lauded for its timely exploration of societal collapse and bio-threats.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful plotting and strong performances, particularly from Sven Nordin.
  • Noted for its timely and relevant themes of pandemic and societal breakdown.
  • Some critics found the pacing to be deliberate, though generally effective in building tension.

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Fun Fact

The series was filmed in and around Oslo, Norway, utilizing real locations to enhance its gritty and authentic portrayal of a city under quarantine.

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