Carla

A British television crime drama film from 2003, based on Joanna Hines' novel "Improvising Carla", follows Helen North (Lesley Sharp), a quiet and reserved woman who travels to a Greek island seeking a peaceful vacation. There, she meets the charismatic Carla French (Helen McCrory), and they quickly form a close friendship, sharing fantasies and deep secrets. However, their relationship takes a dark turn when Carla is found dead on a secluded road, with Helen as the sole witness. The ensuing investigation reveals that their bond was built on lies and illusions. Filmed on the island of Kythira in Greece, the movie is noted for its tense atmosphere and psychological depth, exploring themes of identity, trust, and self-deception. The cast also includes Iain Glen as Daniel French, Shaun Dingwall, Michael Fassbender, and Henry Ian Cusick.​