Weissensee

Having grown up in the 1980s GDR, I recognize many aspects and character types of this well-researched show. The '80s and later the transitional reunification are portrayed very well - from an elite's perspective. Weißensee is, after all, where the elite lived.

But this is not bare entertainment. The storywriting and character development are intense and extremely tragic. The show hooks you on despair and sadness, with few light spots. That's a fair warning, because they really show all the dark aspects of a dying GDR, spiced up with family drama taken to 11.

Decent actors and character development.