Drama about Sandra: Is the TV queen from Rostock leaving forever?

Drama about Sandra: Is the TV queen from Rostock leaving forever?

Things are once again going strong in Rostock, because the documentary series “Hartz und Herzlich – Rostock Groß Klein Day after Day” not only deals with the lives of the residents, but also with their personal challenges. The Groß Klein district, which has around 14,000 inhabitants and is located close to the Baltic Sea, is the setting for stories full of love, conflicts and problems with craftsmanship. The current events are particularly exciting because Pamela has just distanced herself from her crush Mickey, who wasn't really interested in a serious relationship. But she doesn't have to be completely desperate; Rumors suggest that a new suitor has already forced his way into her life, which is causing quite a stir on social media. Nordkurier reports that their situation is being actively discussed.

However, the protagonists' worries and needs are not the only theme in the series. This week there is also a tough tradesman dispute, because Carsten, a hobby craftsman, has big plans: He wants to sand down Brigitte's living room table, a 70-year-old resident. But as is often the case in life, not everything goes according to plan, and that causes considerable difficulties. Carsten is also preparing for a sparring boxing match against his 24-year-old friend Jean, where it will be interesting to see who wins.

Drama behind the scenes

Another hot topic in the series is Sandra's announced exit. The 42-year-old resident of Blockmacherring has had enough of the cameras and the pressure that comes with television. After a heated argument with the crew, Sandra, who has been part of the series since 2017 and has made an impressive rise from Citizen's Money to her own online candle shop, has made the decision to pack her things. The episode entitled "I'm packing my things - Sandra leaves 'Hartz und Herzen' after an argument with the crew" shows her conflict with the production team, which was fueled by the pressure to address private issues. Fans are divided over her departure; some are supportive, while others think more negatively about the situation. How Family News reports, Sandra is even given a candle by a friend for a new beginning as she considers moving to East Frisia.

The view of the participants in the series is not without controversy. Critics complain that the depiction of poverty is often cliched and voyeuristic. The formats used in television production on RTL2 are not new and have been running since 2016, but the discussion about the ethical acceptability of these social reports remains lively. Fr.de takes a look at the serious background of poverty in Germany and refers to the latest figures from the General Parity Association. According to the poverty report for 2022, more than 14 million people in Germany live in poverty, which means more than 40 percent below the median income. Children, single parents and large families are particularly affected, highlighting the serious social issues conveyed in these stories.

The upcoming episodes of the series are eagerly awaited, even if, exceptionally, no new chapter will be told on Friday, October 3rd. Instead, viewers can take a look at the next episode. While the audience rating of around 600,000 viewers and a market share of 6.5 percent shows that there is great interest, the community is wondering how the protagonists can bring their reality to television without losing themselves.