Where is Riley Brennan? The Shelby Oaks Companion Podcast

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The brand-new release movie Shelby Oaks hits cinemas across South Africa today, and in addition to being an incredible film in the horror genre, it also brings several true crime themes to the fore. When Riley Brennan goes missing her sister Mia is thrust into the world of missing people and the ambiguous loss and deep desperation that accompanies the experience. In this companion podcast - brought to you by Empire Entertainment - we delve down into this most raw of human experiences and explore real-life examples of missing person cases that changed families, communities and the world.

Shelby Oaks releases in cinemas nationwide on 24 October 2025. Do not miss it!

24 Oct English South Africa True Crime · Society & Culture

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