Do I have a treat for you today, Denmark fans!
I know it’s summer (supposedly), but in true British (or Scandi) style, all it’s done is rain the last few weeks. Don’t get me wrong – I love a bit of English summer rain, but it certainly hasn’t got me in the mood for picnics or ice creams on the beach just yet. If, like me, you’ve exhausted everything on Netflix, and you’re on the lookout for something new for your cosy evening in, let’s get a little bit Danish. I’m very excited to have the chance to tell you a bit about Dicte – Crime Reporter, a Nordic Noir crime drama which has just been released on DVD. And even better, I have two copies of the season 1 DVD to give away!
Dicte – Crime Reporter is all about a crime reporter who moves back to her hometown of Aarhus following a divorce. The star of the show is Dicte herself, played by Copenhagen’s Iben Hjejle, with Borgen’s Lars Brygmann playing John Wagner. It’s dark, sharp and brooding, and is a perfect replacement for anyone who loved popular Nordic Noir series such as The Killing, Wallander, The Bridge and Trapped.
Back in Aarhus, Dicte Svendsen is trying to escape her past and build a new future with her daughter Rose. However, in true Nordic Noir style, things don’t stay quiet for long, and she quickly finds herself caught up in a new case set to open old wounds when she finds the body of a murder victim. Dicte isn’t afraid to put her life – or others’ – in danger to uncover the truth, whether it’s political assassinations or people trafficking.
The stories of season one are told across five gripping tales – Personal, Deductible, Hidden Defects, Life and Body and Violence and Power – over ten episodes drawn from the crime novels of bestselling Danish author Elsebeth Egholm.
If you’re already totally over summer (perhaps an overstatement looking at the grey drizzle outside right now), this is the perfect show to get you ready for moody autumn evenings, and all set in Denmark’s stunning second city. I’ve given it a little watch myself, and it’s ideal if you want a gritty, addictive plot in a gorgeous Scandinavian setting.
So get ready for the ultimate hygge evening in. Put the kettle on, draw the curtains on the fading sunlight and swaddle yourself in a blanket on the sofa – you’re going to need it for this show…
You’ve got to be in it to win it, so click the button below to be in with a chance of winning one of two copies. Good luck!
Hello Hygge 
I am new to this genre and would love to learn more
Looks interesting!
I’ve been loving this series so far, but I still favour The Killing and The Bridge!
The Killing is awesome
The Bridge is my absolute favourite,though I am completely addicted to all things Scandi! Really enjoyed watching Dicte, though I was often distracted by her one long earring!
LOL me too!
The Killing
i watched the killing and enjoyed that
ive never seen it before but looks good x
Dicte is one of the finest Nordic Noir series ever produced! It appeals to all and the storylines have been fantastic! Superb acting all the way through, can’t fault it!
THE BRIDGE
I like Arne Dahl’s books, tv too, but I love to read crime fiction.
I very much enjoyed last years Icelandic drama Fortitude, now that is a show that really went in a direction I wasn’t expecting, but it certainly kept me on the edge of my seat.
Really looking forward to the second series, as I’m expecting something truly original.
I haven’t really read or watched many nordic noir but would love to get involved xx
There is a previous series of Dicte, as well. Quite a few years older but also good. I find them interesting but not in the same category as The Bridge or Trapped.
i love the killing
Has to be The Bridge.
Read loads of Nordic noir but only seen Wallander (not as good as the books) & the film Headhunters.
I’ve been loving the BBC Four Icelandic drama Trapped.
I’ve always enjoyed both Wallanders.
Definitely adding this show to my “to see” list, along with The Killing and The Bridge. I love Borgen and the Arne Dahl shows.
I love The Bridge. I also loved Unit One as the characters were great.
I love The Killing
I love River 🙂
I’ve never watched it, first time for everything though
I’m new to the genre and looking for something better than big brother to watch
i am new to this but would love the opportunity to learn more
The Bridge
Nothing has ever come close to Forbrydelsen for me.
I am new to this but would love to learn. Thank you for the lovely giveaway xxx
I love The Bridge and the last series was the best ever.Hope it continues
New to the genre.
i watched the killing and enjoyed that
I love most Nordic Noir but The Bridge is particularly good.
The Killing was riveting
I am new to the genre.
I am new, but I am intrigued
The Killing was amazing definitely made me what to watch more of the genre!
I’m new to this genre, but want to see more x
I love the killing
Gotta love the killinh
Trapped
The Killing was fantastic for the first 2 seasons.
I love LillyHammer !
im so new to this but extremely intrigued.
I am new to the genre.
LOOKS INTERESTING TO KNOW MORE
this is new to me but looking forward to seeing it
Loved the Bridge kept me on edge
New one for me. Looking forward to it.
The Killing
I’m new to the genre but I’d love to get involved 🙂 sounds really good
The Killing
I love the killing x