'Midsummer Night' Review: Amalia Holm leaves a satisfactory impression in the Norwegian family dama

Love, betrayal, and long-held secrets come to the light in Netflix's captivating drama 'Midsummer Night'
PUBLISHED APR 11, 2024
Amalia Holm Bjelke in a still from 'Midsummer Night' (Netflix/@maxemanuelson)
Amalia Holm Bjelke in a still from 'Midsummer Night' (Netflix/@maxemanuelson)

OSLO, NORWAY: A wave of Norwegian drama is back with Netflix's 'Midsummer Night' (original title: Midtsommernatt), which premiered on April 11, 2024. This series delves into the complexities of human connection, weaving themes of love, betrayal, and hidden desires against the backdrop of a seemingly idyllic midsummer celebration.

The show boasts a stellar cast, featuring renowned Norwegian and Swedish actors like Pernilla August, Amalia Holm, and Dennis Storhøi. As the festivities unfold, secrets simmer beneath the surface, threatening to shatter the fragile bonds of relationships. 

Created and directed by Per-Olav Sørensen, the mastermind behind 'Home for Christmas' and 'Quicksand', 'Midsummer Night' promises a captivating exploration of human emotions. Join us as we delve into this dramatic series.

Netflix's 'Midsummer Night' absorbs viewers through dramatic unfolding of things 

The next Norwegian series on Netflix is focused on a summer getaway and features quite an exquisite scenery (@netflix)
'Midsummer Night' on Netflix is focused on a couple who drops a bombshell during the midsummer party (@netflix)

Netflix's 'Midsummer Night' throws a dramatic soiree unlike any other. As Carina (Pernilla August) prepares to reveal a life-altering secret, tensions simmer beneath the surface. Hanne's (Amalia Holm) confusion over a surprise guest fuels her curiosity, while Darius' (Peiman Azizpour) true colors are revealed.

The facade crumbles for Johannes (Dennis Storhøi), leading to a potential breakthrough. Helena (Sofia Tjelta) also chooses honesty, adding another layer of complexity to the family dynamic. Carina and Johannes' bombshell forces everyone to confront their truths, leading to a pivotal decision for Darius and Hanne that alters the course of the celebration.

'Midsummer Night' promises a dramatic and suspenseful exploration of family dynamics, secrets, and the choices we make. However, the question lingers, does the story delve into the 'why' behind the secret, or solely explore the consequences?

The series hinges on delivering a well-rounded story that avoids predictability and emotional manipulation.

Amalia Holm's Hanne's portrayal in 'Midsummer Night' is impeccable 

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A still from the show 'Midsummer Night' (Netflix/@maxemanuelson)

Amid the dramatic revelations unfolding during the midsummer celebration in 'Midsummer Night', Amalia Holm Bjelke delivers a captivating performance as Hanne.

Hanne's presence serves as a focal point for the audience's curiosity. Confused by the unexpected arrival of Lysander and harboring questions about the upcoming 'major news,' she portrays Hanne with a blend of inquisitiveness and quiet determination.

Hanne's character becomes a vessel for the audience's desire for answers. Her expressive eyes and subtle shifts in body language effectively convey Hanne's internal struggle to understand the shifting dynamics around her.

As the secrets unravel, we can't help but be drawn into Hanne's journey of discovery.

'Midsummer Night' trailer



 

'Midsummer Night' is available for streaming on Netflix

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