Nora-Jane Noone Raises the Stakes in Season 3 of RTÉ Crime Drama Hidden Assets with Riskier Decisions
Nora-Jane Noone returns as DS Wallace in the third season of the RTÉ crime drama, Hidden Assets. This season offers a deeper exploration of her character, who navigates complex decisions amidst rising stakes.
Nora-Jane Noone’s Role in Hidden Assets
In her continued portrayal of DS Wallace, Noone embraces the opportunity to showcase new dimensions of her character. Previously, she felt her role was to establish connections without fully exploring her character’s depths. This time, viewers will witness her vulnerabilities and the personal ramifications of her professional choices.
New Challenges and Settings
The first episode sets a dramatic tone with a raid by the Criminal Assets Bureau (CAB) that ends tragically in Dublin. From there, DS Wallace heads to Bilbao, marking an important shift in setting for the series.
- Tragic CAB raid in Dublin
- New location: Bilbao, Spain
The change in location underscores the increasing risks DS Wallace faces. She begins to collaborate with another agency in Bilbao, believing there is a connection to the events unfolding in Ireland.
The Rising Stakes of Season 3
Noone notes that the decisions her character makes become riskier this season. With trust in her new Spanish partners, the pressure builds as she must rely on her instincts. Self-doubt begins to creep in, intensifying the narrative.
“If she’s wrong, it’s all on her,” commented Noone, emphasizing the weight of responsibility her character carries.
International Collaborations and Production Quality
This season also highlights the benefit of international collaborations in production. Filming took place not only in Ireland, but also in cities like Bilbao and Antwerp, which added a unique European flavor to the series.
- Previously filmed in Antwerp, Belgium
Noone praises the collaborative atmosphere among the cast and crew from different cultures. Much of the success is attributed to directors Kadir Ferati Balci and Mia Mullarkey, known for their ability to blend diverse elements into the storyline.
Expert Writing and Sophisticated Storytelling
The writing in Hidden Assets is noted for its sophistication. The complex narrative weaves various elements together, creating a compelling viewing experience.
As season three unfolds, the anticipation builds for the ways in which DS Wallace will handle the increasingly tenuous situations she faces. With Hidden Assets airing Sundays at 9:30 PM on RTÉ One and available on the RTÉ Player, fans are eager to see how the stakes escalate in this intriguing crime drama.
