Murder on Maple Drive

About Murder on Maple Drive

Murder on Maple Drive, released in 2021, opens up with an idyllic couple who invests in a beautiful house in a posh neighborhood. Unbeknownst to them, their dream home was once a scene of a tragic murder-suicide. The story unfolds as they begin to experience eerie and unexpected events that lead them to believe that their seemingly perfect neighbor might be involved in the unfortunate past of their new home.

Making/Production

The film, directed by renowned filmmaker Jane Doe, successfully instills fear and suspense through a carefully constructed storyline. Filming was primarily done in the depicted neighborhood, which contributes greatly to the authentic immersive experience and chilling atmosphere. Top-tier editing, cinematography, and a proficient production team played a significant role in making Murder on Maple Drive the thrilling film it is.

Actors

• John Smith as the husband. He wonderfully communicates his character's downwards spiral from joyful homeowner to a terrified man who begins to question everything.
• Jane Doe as the wife. Her excellent portrayal of a woman torn between her love for her new home and the fear for her life-captivated audiences.
• Robert Davis as the neighbor. Davis brings a complex character to life where he has to oscillate between being charming and sinister, which adds depth to the plot.

Trivia/Interesting Facts

• The house used for filming was reportedly said to be haunted, adding an extra layer of eeriness to the whole process.
• The film was initially intended to be a drama before being rewritten as a thriller.
• This is John Smith and Jane Doe's second time co-starring, following their previous movie collaboration in 2018.

Quotes

• "The walls of this house have heard things...secrets. Secrets it's not willing to let go." - John Smith
• "It's just a house, houses don't hold grudges." - Jane Doe
• "Some neighbors welcome you with pie, others with a secret." - Robert Davis

Music/Soundtrack

• The haunting title track "Secrets of Maple Drive" performed by The Shadows sets up the eerie astmosphere of the movie.
• The melancholic "Silent Walls" scores the pivotal moments of the plot, accentuating the suspense and tension.
• The suspenseful orchestration featured throughout the movie was given by renowned composer Alan Sylvestri.