Post by Sian Whomes

Day 2 of Content London, and I have a confession to make… I have seen every episode of Murder, She Wrote 🫢 . That's why the Secrets of Cosy Crime Success session was a must for me! A big thank you to Nim Geva (Quizzical Pictures), Sally Lindsay (Saffron Cherry Productions), Hanne Palmquist (Filmlance), and Janni Helleskov (Sequoia Global Alliance) for sharing their insights and experiences. 🔍 Why Cosy Crime Works Cosy murder mysteries are having a moment, offering audiences the perfect blend of escapism and intrigue. ✨ Key Takeaways from the Session: 👉 Winning formulas: Build a family storyline with likeable, even camp, but complex characters. Cosy (or Blue Sky, as they’re known in the Nordics) crime is all about “safe danger.” 👉 Urgency: Mysteries should be solved within a tight timeframe – 3 days seems to be the magic number. 👉 Audience respect: A great mystery never patronizes viewers. They crave depth, clever twists, and sunshine-drenched settings. 💡 Final Thought: The enduring charm of cosy crime lies in mixing the familiar with fresh storytelling and occasionally “expanding the universe” is key to keeping audiences engaged. Are you as obsessed with cosy crime as I am? What’s your favourite whodunit? Let’s discuss! 👇 #ContentLondon #Storytelling #Cosycrime