Nordic Noir

Alexander Kyriakou

(3.9 stars; 5 reviews)

Nordic Noir features actors Lars Mikkelsen and Vera Vitali as they delve into the misdemeanour, magic, and poetry of Scandinavian gloom. This genre of crime writing, established in the Martin Beck series by Maj Sjöwall and Per Wahlöö, is explored alongside works from renowned authors like Jo Nesbo, Stieg Larsson, and Camilla Lackberg.

The program also touches on the philosophical musings of Soren Kierkegaard and prose by William Heinesen, blending the spirit-world with imagination. Music plays a vital role in shaping the atmosphere, featuring compositions from Sibelius, Nielsen, Hildur Guonnodottir, Bjork, Lars Erik Larsson, and Nick Cave.

Words and Music Producer: Paul Frankl, BBC Radio 3.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.