Dead Dogs' Tragedy Unraveled in "Usedom-Krimi" Investigation
In the gripping episode titled "Cemetery of Puppies" of the 2023 German series "Usedom", the coastal town of Usedom is shrouded in a dark mystery. The peaceful island harbours a chilling secret, as a hidden burial site for puppies is unearthed, setting off a series of disturbing events that rock the local community.
The protagonist, Karin Lossow, a former prosecutor with a penchant for interfering in police investigations, takes the lead in uncovering the truth behind the cryptic puppy graves. These graves, it turns out, are entwined with deeper secrets about the town’s past, involving betrayal, hidden emotions, and unresolved conflicts.
The episode masterfully blends elements of suspense and drama as the characters confront the eerie legacy beneath the seemingly peaceful island. Ivo Klose, a character with a troubled past, having previously served time in prison for manslaughter, becomes a suspect in the disappearance of Jana Leppin, the mother of another character, Fabienne Leppin.
Karin Lossow's life, as well as her new home, has been turned upside down. After her house was destroyed by fire, she is currently in the process of building a new one, with temporary assistance from Lara Scherer, the daughter of carpenter Joern Scherer. Lara, who has scars from a dog attack in her childhood, offers Karin a temporary stay in their vacation apartment.
The series also explores the complex relationships between its characters. For instance, Fabienne Leppin is seen doing a survival training in the forest with Ivo Klose, but the nature of their relationship and Ivo's history with Lara Scherer remain unclear.
Katrin Sass, the main actress, expressed her hopes for the series and her character, stating that making Karin Lossow's life boring would not be fitting for the character. She also shared her wishes that the series "Usedom Crime" continues as long as everyone involved enjoys it and the audience wants to watch it.
The interview, conducted by ARD, revealed these insights into the series and the characters that inhabit it. Tune in to One on August 2nd at 20.15 to witness the chilling episode "Cemetery of Puppies" unfold.
Food and entertainment intertwine in the scene where Karin Lossow, after a long day of uncovering dark secrets, seeks solace in a local restaurant to unwind, indulging in a delicious meal and discussing the latest developments in the case over glasses of wine. Meanwhile, fabricating a possible alibi for Ivo Klose, a prime suspect in the series "Usedom Crime", Fabienne Leppin watches a movie-and-tv show, immersing herself in the fiction to divert her worries, little realizing that the real-life drama she is part of is far more intriguing. General-news outlets are abuzz with speculations about the upcoming episode's plot twists, while crime-and-justice enthusiasts eagerly await the confrontation and unraveling of secrets in the coastal town of Usedom.
