COLLECTION · Series · 2005

The Matriarch

Die Patriarchin

Nina Vandenberg's life takes a dramatic turn when she accidentally sets fire to her family's villa while under the influence of alcohol, nearly losing her life. The tragedy deepens with the sudden death of her husband, Gero, in a plane crash. The wreckage reveals a substantial sum of money, raising questions about its origin and connection to the family's prosperous coffee roasting business. The company is also facing a 40 million euro deficit, suggesting a possible tax evasion scheme involving black money. All signs point to Nina, who had been signing documents without question for her husband. Determined to clear her name, she seeks help from her father-in-law, Gorm Vandenberg, who has since retired. Their investigation leads them to a coffee plantation in Kenya, where Nina and her daughter Finja travel to uncover the truth. However, their journey takes an unexpected turn when Nina is promptly arrested upon arrival.