Murder in the Woods is a 2017 American slasher horror film directed by Luis Iga from a screenplay by Yelyna De Leon. It stars José Julián, Jeanette Samano and Chelsea Rendon. Danny Trejo has a cameo role as the sheriff.
Plot:
Soon after arriving at a mysterious cabin in the woods, a group of teens discover the dark secret it holds, which forces them to fight for their lives…
Reviews:
“Next time, give me more Danny Trejo. Just kidding. Sort of. Murder in the Woods is slightly generic in terms of setting, suspense and story, but it’s a well crafted and beautifully acted slasher flick. It’s only fault is that it brings nothing new to the table.” Horror Society
” …writer Yelyna De Leon throws in enough twists and red herrings to help you doubt who – or what – the killer is. You must pay attention from the beginning of the film to see how all the pieces fit together. And it is an “Oh, my God!” moment when your personal light bulb goes off.” MatchFlick
” …it really picks up steam the longer it goes and the longer it refuses to reveal the identity of the killer – which creates tension all by itself and really sucks one into the story of the film. And ultimately, the film delivers on its promise in heaps, culminating in a very tight finale with all the suspense and shocks in their right places and plenty of gore as well.” Search My Trash
Cast and characters:
José Julián … Jesse
Jeanette Samano … Fernanda
Chelsea Rendon … Chelsea
Catherine Toribio … Celeste
Kade Wise … Jule
Jordan Diambrini … Gabe
Soledad St. Hilaire … Nana
Kurt Caceres … Raul
Rolando Molina … Jesus
Max Chavarria … Kid
Yelyna De Leon … Carmen
Danny Trejo … Sheriff Lorenzo
