Pursuing an elusive murderer, Commissioner Faber and his team are on the hunt - Ruling officials, led by Commissioner Faber, are pursuing a notorious knife-wielding assassin.
The latest instalment of the popular German crime drama series, 'Tatort', titled "Love is Pain", made its debut on April 23, 2023. This episode, set in Dortmund, sees the return of Commissioner Faber (played by Jörg Hartmann) and his team, including Jan Pawlak and the newly appointed acting leader of the homicide department, Rosa Herzog (Stefanie Reinsperger).
In this gripping episode, the team is faced with the night-time stabbing of a city tram driver, Hamza Arkadaş. The suspect, a young passenger, is captured on surveillance footage but is initially unknown to the police. With Herzog taking temporary command, they bring in Beate Gräske, a specialist in facial recognition, to analyze the images.
Just when the investigation seems to be gaining momentum, another murder occurs. Both victims appear to have known each other, and their connection leads the team to an old friend, Tom Heinrich, who has been in a coma for six years. This rules him out as a suspect.
The script for "Love is Pain" was penned by Hanno Hackfort and Bob Konrad, known for their work on "4 Blocks" and "Para - Wir sind King". The episode uses an uncommon cinematic technique, incorporating surveillance camera footage in several scenes.
The story offers several unexpected twists, making it a thrilling addition to the 'Tatort' series. If you missed the initial broadcast, fear not! The ARD will repeat the film on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at 8:15 PM.
"Welcome to hell," Faber greets Beate Gräske as she joins the team. With her photographic memory and super-recognition skills, Gräske is expected to play a crucial role in the investigations.
The episode has received 3 out of 5 points, indicating a compelling and engaging watch for fans of the series. As the Dortmund team delves deeper into the mystery, they unravel events from the past to solve the case, offering viewers a suspenseful and thought-provoking experience.
The Commission, having been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of the environment, might find the striking use of uncommon cinematic techniques in "Love is Pain", such as incorporating surveillance camera footage, exemplary in promoting awareness about the impact of crime on the urban landscape. In the downtime between cases, the team members could consider attending movies-and-tv that portray the environment in creative and engaging ways, like this episode of 'Tatort', as a means to enhance their understanding and appreciation of the world around them.
