The Shards Premiere: Bret Easton Ellis and Ryan Murphy's Glossy 1980s Thriller
The first episode of 'The Shards,' a new FX thriller co-created by Ryan Murphy and Bret Easton Ellis, premiered, based on Ellis's semi-autobiographical novel. The episode is set in 1980 Los Angeles and follows a group of wealthy high school students, including a character named Bret, as they navigate drugs, clubs, and a mysterious killer known as the Trawler. The show stars Kaia Gerber and features a synth-heavy '80s soundtrack. The episode is noted for its baroque, glossy style and its depiction of closeted homosexuality and teen hedonism. The premiere has generated buzz for its period detail and Murphy's signature aesthetic, though the plot's direction remains unclear. The series is part of FX's lineup and is expected to continue exploring themes from Ellis's novel.
Key facts
- The Shards is a new FX thriller co-created by Ryan Murphy and Bret Easton Ellis.
- The first episode is set in 1980 Los Angeles.
- The show is based on Ellis's semi-autobiographical novel of the same name.
- Kaia Gerber appears in the episode.
- The episode features a synth-heavy '80s soundtrack.
- The plot involves a group of wealthy high school students and a killer called the Trawler.
- The episode includes references to 'The Shining' and 'Heathers'.
- The show is produced by Ryan Murphy, known for 'American Horror Story'.
Entities
Artists
- Bret Easton Ellis
- Ryan Murphy
- Kaia Gerber
Institutions
- FX
Locations
- Los Angeles
- United States