The new Swedish dramedy THE SIMPLE HEIST makes its DVD debut on March 12, 2019 from Acorn TV, an RLJ Entertainment, Inc. brand. Nominated for “Best Comedy” from Sweden’s prestigious Kristallen TV Awards, The Simple Heist stars Lotta Teijle (The Sandhamm Murders) and Sissela Kyle (Miss Friman’s War) as best friends in their 60s living an ordinary life. When they realize their futures will bring nothing but pain, they take matters into their own hands and decide to rob the Handelsbank office of Karlaplan in Stockholm. Based on the books by Thomas Arvidsson, the DVD 2-Disc Set features 6 episodes ($39.99, Amazon.com). The Simple Heist made its U.S. premiere in November 2018 on on Acorn TV. Called a “glorious streaming service… an essential must-have” (The Hollywood Reporter), Acorn TV is North America’s most popular and largest streaming service focused on British and international television.
When two women find themselves overlooked and underappreciated as they face their older years, they resort to drastic measures to get payback. Jenny (Lotta Tejle) is a teacher struggling to stay afloat during a messy divorce, while her best friend, gastroenterologist Cecilia (Sissela Kyle), has financial problems from a failed stock investment. After Cecilia learns of a bank robbery plan from a dying patient, she convinces Jenny that a crime spree is just what they need to take control of their lives.
As the robbery sets off a chain of events exposing them to blackmail, car chases, and a dangerous biker gang, Jenny and Cecilia quickly learn that money won’t solve all their problems. Rich with dry humor, this Swedish-language comedy-drama combines crime caper with sharp social critique.
Street Date: March 12, 2019
DVD 2-Disc Set: 6 episodes – Approx 276 min. – SDH Subtitles – UPC 054961271191
My Thoughts
Jenny and Cecelia are two older women struggling to get by. Even through they've worked all their lives, they can't make ends meet in their golden years. They decide to take matters into their own hands and set off on a crime spree. Soon they face blackmailers, high speed chases, and even a confrontation with a band of bikers. There are six episodes in this new series.
The Plan - Celia faces financial ruin after an investment flops. When a dying patient tells her about a robbery, she talks her divorcee friend Jenny into getting involved.
Casing the Bank - The ladies follow a banker and try to drug him, but already their plans are hitting roadblocks.
Locked Away - They get away with the money,but have trouble opening the boxes. Jennie thinks her daughter might have a drug problem.
Blackmail - Jenny gets nervous when the police find the cassettes. Cecilia's husband is upset when he learns she invested their money. They start getting threats of blackmail.
Double-Crossed - Stellan wants part of the money, but they get robbed. Celia discovers a bike gang is out to get them.
Hot Pursuit - They ladies get their money back and plan to give some to Stellan. They think the police are on to them, and consider turning themselves in.
This is an exciting new dram series is a really unique concept. I feel for the two older women struggling to get by and turning to desperate measures. Getting older can be scary, and even when you work all your life, you might be left with nothing. These women remind us that even when we get old, we can always find a way. Never underestimate a woman! Grab a copy for yourself at Acorn Media on online at Amazon
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