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Tatort: Schmerz’ Sends Off Rosa Herzog in Dortmund as Case Reaches Back to Balkan War Crimes

Early reviews highlight strong performances alongside a continuity-heavy case that demands close attention.

Overview

  • The episode airs Sunday on ARD, marking Stefanie Reinsperger’s final turn as Kommissarin Rosa Herzog.
  • Investigators probe multiple killings linked to the Dortmund red‑light scene, with the central victim identified as alleged Yugoslav war criminal Bogdan Kristo.
  • The plot engages with legacy trauma from the Bosnian wars, referencing systematic sexual violence and bringing Ira Klasnić’s past to the fore.
  • Daniel Kossik returns to scrutinize the unresolved murder of KTU chief Sebastian Haller and to press suspicions involving Peter Faber and possibly Herzog.
  • Critics praise the ensemble and emotional impact of Herzog’s farewell while noting the dense, interlocking arcs can challenge casual viewers, with WAZ awarding 5 out of 5 stars.