The first episode of the Swiss crime drama (2021) establishes a gripping, character-driven mystery centered on a shocking act of violence committed by an unlikely perpetrator. Episode Overview
: Through the initial interview, viewers learn that Anne had a toxic relationship with this man many years prior. A recent case involving a severed finger found at a pizzeria he owned brought him back into her orbit, leading her to believe he was trying to force his way back into her life and potentially threaten her daughter, Elsa.
: The episode introduces the series' signature "temporal interlacing," alternating between the current police interviews and flashbacks to Anne’s teenage years to uncover the roots of her trauma. Background and Context
: It is revealed that the man Anne shot is an underworld figure involved in nightlife and prostitution.
: Because Anne is a well-known figure among the local authorities, Carla Meier —a Swiss-German investigator recently arrived in Geneva—is brought in to lead the interrogation and maintain impartiality.
The series is a semi-autobiographical thriller co-created by and is based on her book Le Soleil au bout de la nuit . It explores heavy themes of identity, femininity, and the long-term impact of past secrets. Sacha (TV Mini Series 2021– ) - IMDb
The first episode of the Swiss crime drama (2021) establishes a gripping, character-driven mystery centered on a shocking act of violence committed by an unlikely perpetrator. Episode Overview
: Through the initial interview, viewers learn that Anne had a toxic relationship with this man many years prior. A recent case involving a severed finger found at a pizzeria he owned brought him back into her orbit, leading her to believe he was trying to force his way back into her life and potentially threaten her daughter, Elsa.
: The episode introduces the series' signature "temporal interlacing," alternating between the current police interviews and flashbacks to Anne’s teenage years to uncover the roots of her trauma. Background and Context
: It is revealed that the man Anne shot is an underworld figure involved in nightlife and prostitution.
: Because Anne is a well-known figure among the local authorities, Carla Meier —a Swiss-German investigator recently arrived in Geneva—is brought in to lead the interrogation and maintain impartiality.
The series is a semi-autobiographical thriller co-created by and is based on her book Le Soleil au bout de la nuit . It explores heavy themes of identity, femininity, and the long-term impact of past secrets. Sacha (TV Mini Series 2021– ) - IMDb