Netflix series ‘Below’ blends Newfoundland heart and Atlantic noir at TIFF
TORONTO — In “Below,” an upcoming Newfoundland-set Netflix miniseries, the horrors under the sea are just the tip of the iceberg.
Netflix's upcoming Newfoundland-set miniseries, "Below," blends elements of the North Atlantic noir sub-genre with current-day issues, premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Creator Jesse McKeown, whose wife is a Newfoundlander, has long felt a pull to write about the region. The story centers on Calvin Penney, a fisherman whose livelihood is threatened by overfishing and a decades-long moratorium.
Alongside his son Wade, McKeown explores themes of family displacement, climate change, and the impact of provincial government programs Resettlement and Come Home Year. Filmed on location in St. John's, the production benefits from Newfoundland and Labrador's strong local talent pool. With its exploration of Newfoundland life and universal themes, "Below" aims to resonate with audiences across Canada and beyond, shedding light on the struggles of individuals living in precarious situations.
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