Ep 7. When the night comes

We Children from Bahnhof Zoo first season episode 7, When the night comes, takes us on an intense ride with Christiane (Jana McKinnon) as she struggles to cope with her addiction while taking part in an intense therapy session being held at the rehab center. In a series of flashbacks, the episode displays Christiane's past experiences that led her to substance abuse.

The episode starts with Christiane's therapist asking her to recall how she started using drugs. Christiane goes back to the past and reminisces about the first time she smoked a cigarette, where she had been teased by her friends for not knowing how to smoke. The scene shifts to her house, where she takes drugs for the first time with Stella (Lena Urzendowsky). The way the drug affects her, and how she feels euphoria is explained. It is evident that drug use was initially part of a fun game for Christiane, which turned into an addiction.

The series of flashbacks then continues to show how Christiane began to use drugs more often and how it escalated into something more dangerous. The scenes that flash by are explicit and graphic. They showcase how Christiane's drug-induced behavior begins to alienate her friends and family. Her sister, Natalie (Lea Drinda), even confronts her, leading to a particularly emotional scene that showcases the powerful acting range of the actresses.

As the therapy session continues in the episode, Christiane begins to feel overwhelmed by the memories of her past, and her addiction begins to creep up on her. She suddenly runs away, and the rest of the episode portrays her struggles to move past the emotional trauma of her addiction.

As Christiane tries to occupy herself by going to work, she meets Benno (Jeremiah Bliss), who she had met previously during an interview at the club. Christiane is hesitant about the idea of a relationship due to her past, but Benno insists he is different and supportive of her situation. The episode then takes viewers on a journey as the two develop a romantic connection. However, Christiane's addiction to drugs threatens to ruin it all.

When the Night Comes's strongest point is its realistic portrayal of addiction. The episode doesn't hold back in showcasing the graphic experiences and the ugly side of Christiane's addiction. It has a deep and emotional impact that allows the viewer to understand the complexity of drug use.

The episode also highlights the struggle of getting over addiction. The therapy session, Christiane's flashes of memories, and her romantic connection all reveal how overcoming addiction is difficult and requires constant effort. The raw organic nature of the story makes the viewer sit on the edge of their seats, rooting for Christiane to overcome her addiction.

With amazing performances by the actors, especially Jana McKinnon, When the Night Comes is a powerful episode that highlights the difficulties of addiction and how substance abuse destroys lives. Viewers will be left breathless and hopeful, cheering Christiane on as she fights to find the light at the end of the tunnel.