The bridge of the title connects Mexico and the United States. A gruesome and twisted murder committed at its very middle brings together two dissimilar detectives: Sonya Cross from El Paso (Diane Kruger) and Chihuahua State Policeman Marco Ruiz (Demián Bichir). FX will debut this version of a Scandinavian show July the 10th but we already enjoyed the first episode at a press screening (photos below by Alexandra Wyman/Le Studio/FX Networks).

At all times it felt like we were watching a movie, not just because of the technical quality but the caliber of the two main actors. Mexican director Gerardo Naranjo (Miss Bala) took an effective realistic approach to portray this world of corruption, appearances, politics and death. The Spanish language has a predominant presence, something remarkable for an American show. It is evident in their speech and cultural references that the Latino talent involved had a lot of input and creative freedom. Even the Q&A that took place after the screening was largely en Español.

Bichir and Naranjo were at hand but the who answered our question was Kruger. Listen to the video below what she told us about the opportunity that TV offers today to those who want to tell mature and complex stories.

“When an American judge known for her anti-immigration views is found dead on the bridge connecting El Paso and Juarez, Sonya Cross (Diane Kruger) from El Paso PD must work with her Mexican counterpart from Chihuahua State Police, Marco Ruiz (Demián Bichir) to catch a serial killer operating on both sides of the border. Marco understands the slippery politics of Mexican law enforcement, and while his police force slowly succumbs to the pressures and demands of the cartel, he’s one of the last good men in the department. He’s charming, but also cunning as he will do whatever it takes to get what he needs. This does not sit well with Sonya, who strictly follows rules and protocol. Her candid and off-putting personality fuels an unforgiving drive for truth. The case quickly pulls them into a string of murders on the border, a scene already consumed by illegal immigration, drug trafficking, violence and prostitution.”