Chronicle Mysteries: Vines that Bind 2019
When true-crime podcaster Alex McPherson and her Chronicle team roll into the picturesque town of Macklin, they expect a quiet weekend among vineyards.
Director: David Weaver
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chronicle Mysteries: Vines that Bind (2019) about?
A true-crime podcast team investigates the suspicious death of a winemaker in a quiet California town. What begins as a routine episode spirals into a complex case of family feuds and hidden motives disguised by the vineyard's serene beauty.
Who directed Chronicle Mysteries: Vines that Bind?
David Weaver directed this atmospheric mystery, weaving small-town charm with suspenseful storytelling in his engaging style.
Who stars in Chronicle Mysteries: Vines that Bind?
Alison Sweeney headlines the cast as podcaster Alex McPherson, joined by Benjamin Ayres, Rebecca Staab, and Olivia Steele-Falconer in pivotal roles.
Is Chronicle Mysteries: Vines that Bind (2019) worth watching?
Fans of cozy mysteries with bite will appreciate Weaver's polished direction and Sweeney's sharp performance. While it lacks the high-stakes thrills of major theatrical releases, its intimate scale and twisty plot make it a satisfying weekend binge.
How long is Chronicle Mysteries: Vines that Bind?
Chronicle Mysteries: Vines that Bind runs 85 minutes, perfect for a single sitting or a late-night mystery session.
About Chronicle Mysteries: Vines that Bind (2019) — A true-crime podcast uncovers deadly secrets in wine country
When true-crime podcaster Alex McPherson and her Chronicle team roll into the picturesque town of Macklin, they expect a quiet weekend among vineyards. Instead, a sudden winery death—ruled an accident by local police—whispers of hidden resentment beneath the harvest's golden glow. Shadows lengthen along the rows of grapevines as interviews with grieving relatives and secretive vintners uncover a complex web of rivalry, inheritance, and long-buried scandals.
Director David Weaver crafts a moody mystery where sun-dappled vineyards belie simmering tensions, blending small-town charm with noir undertones. Led by Alison Sweeney's tenacious podcaster, the ensemble cast dives into a story where every toast carries a twist and every alibi grows thinner, culminating in a final revelation that redefines the meaning of vintage perfection.