Marlene Lohse investigates: Was it self-defense or murder in Hamburg?
Marleen Lohse, a psychologist in Hamburg, investigates an exciting thriller about self-defense and targeted killing. Filming starts: October 16, 2025.

Marlene Lohse investigates: Was it self-defense or murder in Hamburg?
A new exciting thriller is now being filmed in Hamburg that will captivate viewers. The title of the film is “Woman without a name” and the main character, Dr. Marlene Nielsen is portrayed by the talented Marleen Lohse. Nielsen, a psychologist specializing in microexpressions, is called in by the Hamburg police as an external consultant. In the middle of a highly explosive case, she has to find out whether a woman who fatally wounded her attacker that night was actually acting in self-defense or whether it was a targeted homicide. A video showing the knife attack could provide insight, but it suggests more than initially appears. tvspielfilm.de reports that this central question significantly increases the tension of the plot.
Filming will take place in Hamburg and the surrounding area until November 12, 2025. The production is supported by triple pictures GmbH, which is already known for the successful formats “Nord bei Nordwest” and “Nord bei Nordost”. The sequel to “Nord bei Nordost” is causing a stir in the industry. Directed by Lynn Oona Baur, this project features many talented actors, including Sara Hjort Ditlevsen, who plays the nameless woman who finds herself in a desperate situation. Serkan Kaya, Stephan Kampwirth and many more take on additional roles. The author Anne-M. Keßel developed the story together with Lynda Bartnik and Lohse, which already raises high expectations. According to [ndr.de].
A look behind the scenes
The film not only promises exciting entertainment, but also provides a deep insight into the emotions and motivations of the characters. Dr. Nielsen, played by Lohse, is faced with the challenge of dealing with internal doubts while unexpectedly embarking on her own investigation. The video recording of the attack becomes a central element, forcing Nielsen to question whether the case is really as clear as it seems.
For her part, camerawoman Fee Strothmann helps create the visual atmosphere of the thriller, while Olaf Kalvelage's production management ensures that things run smoothly in the Hamburg sets. Viewers can look forward to an energetic and emotionally charged adventure that not only raises the question of self-defense, but also shines a spotlight on complex human relationships and the search for truth. For anyone interested in criminology, the developments surrounding this film criminology.com are an exciting source of information.