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Hulu's true crime drama, Under the Bridge, made its debut on April 17, 2024, with a two-episode premiere. The series, comprising eight episodes in total, is set to conclude on May 29, 2024. Based on a book of the same name by author-investigator Rebecca Godfrey, the story unravels the mystery behind the death of Reena Virk of Victoria, Canada.
Set in British Columbia's Victoria in 1997, the language, dress cum hairdo, and popular culture make up the timeline setting for Under the Bridge. Music plays a big role in the series, as all the teenagers were fond of the popular music of the time.
The atmosphere as well as character differentiation have been made authentic through the different genres of music used in various scenes in the show. From The Notorious B.I.G. to Nirvana and Underworld, many famous songs have been featured in the show. This article explores the music used in the first two episodes of the series.
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Songs featured in episode 1 of Under the Bridge
Under the Bridge episode 1, titled Looking Glass, started by introducing the characters to the audience against the backdrop of carefully selected music. Reena Virk appears first with a CD playing The Notorious B.I.G.'s Going Back to Cali in the car, setting the tone for her storyline. Meanwhile, Josephine and Kelly are introduced when the background music plays Representin by Dirty Science Crew.
As Rebecca arrives in Victoria, the background song of the Cocteau Twins' Alice creates a sense of foreboding and mystery in Under the Bridge. The song is played as non-diegetic music, enhancing the atmosphere in the scene.
The characters Connor and Cam, portrayed by Jared Ager-Foster and Lily Gladstone, respectively, share Blonde Redhead's It Was All So Sudden as their song. The police action picking up the teens for questioning has Rockets by Cat Power playing in the background, preparing for the end of the episode.
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Under the Bridge episode 1 ended with Something in the Way by Nirvana. The scene covers Rebecca's walk across the hall, while Cam watches the footage of Reena going across the bridge.
All songs in Under the Bridge episode 1 are listed below—
All the songs featured in Under the Bridge episode 2
In episode 2, titled John Gotti of Seven Oaks, the narrative alternates between the present with Rebecca Godfrey and flashbacks of Reena Virk. As the scene transitions to a flashback involving Reena, Stereolab's Wow and Flutter sets the tone. Going Back to Cali is played again for the scene of Reena and Josephine in a convenience store.
Foxy Brown's The Chase playing in Josephine's car creates a contrast between Rebecca's choices and the generational difference, showcasing their differing perspectives. Meanwhile, Claustrophobic Sting by The Prodigy is used as party ambiance music where Josephine and Rebecca meet Kelly.
The songs used for the soundtrack in the second episode of the series and their artists/bands are mentioned below—
What is the story of Under the Bridge about?
Under the Bridge is a true story set in Victoria in 1997, focusing on the tragic death of teenager Reena Virk. She was found dead under a bridge days after her murder by a group of teenagers she knew as friends. In real life, her death was investigated and compiled into a book by Rebecca Godfrey.
As shown in the Hulu series, 14-year-old Reena Virk is interested in rapper The notorious B.I.G. since all her peers are passionate about him. They try to contact his spirit through an Ouija board after his death. The plot also shows Reena's uncle buying her one of the rapper's CDs, Life After Death, even though the family's faith does not allow this form of entertainment.
Through music, dance, and parties, the cracks in the friendship are seen as Rebecca, played by Riley Keough, informs them about Reena's death. The series attempts to touch on issues of peer pressure, bullying, and teenage cruelty.
Under the Bridge episode 3, titled Blood Oath, is set to release on Hulu on April 24, 2024.
