Dear friends,
Denmark is known for its thrillers and noirs but many excellent TV dramas also come out of the country. Today’s pick originally aired on national television but was picked up by Netflix after the second season.
Rita
Season five is new on Netflix this week.
This comedy-drama is about an unapologetic high-school teacher in her 40s living and teaching in rural Denmark.
In the first episode, Rita meets her son’s father-in-law who turns out to be none other than her high-school sweetheart. Topics of sex, family, and personal life vs. professional life in Danish culture make Rita both an enjoyable and interesting show.
Alternatives you might like
Last Tango in Halifax on Netflix is a BBC TV drama about a late-in-life romance.
The Letdown also on Netflix is an Australian comedy about the struggles of being a new mother.
Talk on Friday,
Bilal
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