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BBC's The Rapture: A psychic enigma unfolds
6 Jul
Summary
- Psychological thriller filmed in Wales premieres soon.
- A teen accused of murder claims psychic abilities.
- Forensic psychologist investigates a mysterious case.
A gripping psychological thriller, "The Rapture," is set to captivate audiences on BBC iPlayer and BBC One. Filmed against the backdrop of Wales, this five-part series delves into a high-stakes mystery. Forensic psychologist Gabs Fox begins her new role at a secure psychiatric hospital, where she encounters Bethany Krall, a 17-year-old inmate convicted of her mother's murder.
Bethany maintains her innocence and claims to possess psychic abilities, presenting a profound challenge to Gabs's professional skepticism. The narrative intensifies as Bethany's estranged father is revealed to be the influential leader of a religious movement. This intricate plot questions who is telling the truth and what really happened.
Adapted from Liz Jensen's novel, the series is written by Bryony Kimmings and Rebecca Manley, with Eva Sigurđardóttir and Jennifer Perrott directing. "The Rapture" received support from the Welsh Government through Creative Wales, highlighting its strong local production ties.
