Port Robinson Road

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Port Robinson Road is a thriller–drama film in early development out of Canada. The film has been in early development for several years from filmmaker Dave McRae. The film is based on true events from Dave McRae's second year of college back in November of the year 2000. McRae wanted to bring the story to life almost immediately after he left college in April of 2001. He tried on several occasions for several years to sit down and write a compelling story he felt he could bring to life. However, he failed many times and finally shelved the project. It wasn't until March of 2005 when McRae was home alone one night watching a television program about the supernatural and paranormal, he decided to try again.

It seemed to work this time and with in weeks McRae had developed a 32 page outline and treatment. Over the next 2 years, McRae would pay close attention to developing the screenplay and production package. More information and updates can be found on the information site linked at the bottom of this page.

[edit] Synopsis

What began like any normal college year, would soon turn into one of mystery, fear, intrigue and hope for 11 young men and women. Based on true events from November of the year 2000, this is the story that will capture the minds of many and provide hope for those who ignore the inevitable. It will provide in all of us the understanding and realization that anything is truly possible, if only we believe.

After the discovery of an old abandoned farmhouse that sits back in the brush, a group of young men and women find themselves captivated by its beauty, wonder and mystery. That is however, until the night when one of them has an unearthly experience that is witnessed by the remaining group members. What happened? How come? What for? Why is this house abandoned? Who use to live here? And why is it, the group feels, they are not alone! Juggling classes, and day to day college life, the group finds itself wrapped up in a journey to unlock the answers and uncover the truth behind the mystery. But remember the old saying, things are not always as they seem.

[edit] Inspirations and influences

Dave McRae firmly believes in the case of horror and thriller, it's never what you actually see, it's what you think you see. McRae is a big fan of directors John Carpenter, Wes Craven and Steven Spielberg and believes they honor this belief almost better than anyone.