Doing Time on Maple Drive
Yale scholar Matt Carter introduces his wealthy fiancée, Allison, to his family, and initially everything goes smoothly. However, it isn't long before Allison learns that Matt has lied to her about his relatives to mask their failures and dysfunctions. His brother, Tim, flunked out of school and developed a drinking problem, and Matt struggles to keep his own troubling secret from his less than tolerant parents.
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Plot Summary
This television film explores the complex and often painful relationships within a suburban family. The story centers on a father struggling to connect with his son, who is deeply troubled and grappling with addiction and resentment. As the family dynamics unravel, buried secrets and long-standing resentments surface, forcing them to confront difficult truths about themselves and each other.
Critical Reception
Doing Time on Maple Drive was critically acclaimed for its powerful performances and unflinching portrayal of family dysfunction and its devastating consequences. It was particularly praised for its raw honesty in depicting the struggles of addiction and the profound impact on family relationships, earning it a reputation as a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant drama.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its powerful and authentic performances, especially from the lead actors.
- Lauded for its raw and unflinching exploration of difficult family dynamics and addiction.
- Recognized for its emotional depth and thought-provoking narrative.
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Awards & Accolades
William Russ was nominated for a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Movie or Miniseries.
Fun Fact
The film was originally produced as a presentation for HBO.
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