Under the Bridge, a new true-crime drama series on Hulu, delves into the real-life murder case of Reena Virk, a 14-year-old girl who was tragically killed in 1997 in Saanich, British Columbia, Canada. The show follows Rebecca Godfrey, a former Saanich resident who returns home to write a book about teen girls in the area, but her focus shifts to the murder investigation following Virk's death.
The series comes with a disclaimer stating that certain elements have been fictionalized for dramatic purposes. In the first three episodes, viewers are introduced to key elements of the story, including Godfrey's personal trauma related to the death of her brother, the character of Cam Bentland who is a composite of police sources, and the relationships depicted in the series.
Rebecca Godfrey, portrayed by Riley Keough, references the death of her brother in the show, mirroring the real-life tragedy of Godfrey's brother who died in 1981. The character of Cam Bentland, played by Lily Gladstone, is a fictional creation based on police sources Godfrey interacted with during the murder investigation.
The series weaves together elements of true crime with fictionalized storytelling, offering a unique perspective on the events surrounding Reena Virk's murder. The show's creator, Quinn Shephard, worked closely with Godfrey before her passing to develop the series, drawing inspiration from Godfrey's own experiences growing up in British Columbia.
As the series unfolds, viewers can expect to see how the relationships and events portrayed in the show evolve, shedding light on the complexities of the case and the impact it had on those involved. With new episodes premiering weekly on Hulu, audiences will have the opportunity to delve deeper into the mysteries surrounding Under the Bridge.
