Corpse in the Cinque Terre

*"A killer vacation."*

**Corpse in the Cinque Terre:** *A Murder Mystery by Dylan Heuer* was a 2023 mystery film created by Dylan Heuer. Ursula Heuer led a strong cast of quirky characters as they unravel the mysterious yet comedic chaos surrounding her character's murder in the picturesque Cinque Terre in Italy.

As an IBCD Eve Feature, this is the fifth movie poster in the unofficial series. The idea came up by Dylan Heuer who wanted to do something different than a fantasy or adventure film. After watching Knives Out, Glass Onion, and Clue, Heuer decided to go with a murder mystery theme. The location was inspired by the Disney movie Luca.

### Synopsis

In the comedy murder mystery "Corpse in the Cinque Terre," the tranquil shores of the Italian Riviera become the backdrop for an odd tale of intrigue and misadventures. When an American woman is found dead during her summer vacation, a colorful cast of characters finds themselves entangled in a web of secrets, motives, and comedic mishaps as they attempt to uncover the truth behind her demise.

As an off-duty detective delves deeper into the case, he discovers that nothing is as it seems in the picturesque Mediterranean Sea coastal town. With each misstep and unexpected revelation, the line between suspects and allies blurs, creating a hilarious and captivating murder mystery that will keep audiences guessing until the final plot twist.

Hint – it is not the one you are expecting.

### Plot

#### Opening:

A montage of glorious views of Cinque Terre is seen as Ursula Heuer described her love for the Italian Riviera. She reminisced about how the peace and beauty of the area helped her find herself after she left America for a new life. The montage ended with Ursula standing on a beach, smiling.

#### Act 1:

Ursula was enjoying the sun, the sea, and exploring Cinque Terre. She met Dylan Heuer, a carefree guitar player, on the beach. They connected immediately, and their romance blossomed over the next few days. The camera panned over her new friends, that she met one-by-one in her travels in the Italian Riveria: Dylan Nulph, War Yu, Hannah Rodrigues, RJ Channon, Ashley Nulph, Heather Upton, Joshuah Upton, and Sembetu Dalay. Ursula ran into Ken Love as the renowned private investigator she met on the beach.

The scene then cut to Ursula's dead body found on the beach as her new friends watched from a distance. Ken took on the case immediately, and the investigation headed off.

#### Act 2:

The investigation was divided into interviews with Ursula's friends and experts in the area that knew her. Dylan Heuer was as distraught as the rest of the group, but his intimate knowledge of the area and his connection with Ursula provided crucial clues. Dylan Nulph, the self-proclaimed witness, told his over-exaggerated accounts of seeing the killer. War Yu accused anyone he came across, which stirred up trouble everywhere he went. Hannah Rodrigues used her money to try to solve the case. RJ Channon, the pool boy, found a key piece of evidence that led Ken closer to the killer. Ashley Nulph secretly maneuvered behind the scenes to support Ken. Heather Upton judged all suspects based on their wine selections. Joshuah Upton helped Ken navigate through the Cinque Terre area. Sembetu Dalay kept popping up in Ken's investigations.

#### Act 3:

With each interview came a new piece of information regarding Ursula's relationships and activities in Cinque Terre. There were love triangles, rivalries, hidden debts, all pointing to a few suspects that seemed the most likely killers.

Ken Love was close to finding the killer, but a final twist threw everything off balance, and the audience discovered that the killer was not who they, or Ken Love, thought it was. Despite this, the killer was finally caught and brought to justice.

#### Closing:

The film ended with Ken Love on a deck, watching the sun go down and proud that he solved the murder case. Dylan Heuer joined him and started playing his guitar, and the other friends joined them in a circle. The camera panned over the rest of the characters, which showed a montage of them still exploring Cinque Terre and enjoying life, while remembering the memories they created with Ursula. Dylan gave Ursula's picture a special and poignant tribute through his music. The audience saw that Ursula's legacy and the memories of her would always live in the hearts of those she touched, including Dylan, who was inspired to keep playing his guitar in her honor.

### Characters

* Ursula Heuer as The Corpse - A vibrant and adventurous American woman in her thirties, she embarked on a life-changing journey to Italy in search of enlightenment. Leaving behind her old life and routines, she embraced the beauty of the Italian Riviera, particularly the Cinque Terre. Though tragically killed, her memory serves as a catalyst for the investigation, offering insight into her relationships with the other characters.
* Dylan Nulph as The Expert Witness - A self-proclaimed witness who believes he knows everything about the murder. His exaggerated stories and misguided assumptions constantly lead the investigation astray, frustrating those around him while offering comedic moments.
* War Yu as The Tattletale - A witty and eccentric man of Asian descent who seems to accuse everyone he encounters. His unconventional theories and wild accusations inject humor into the investigation, providing unexpected twists and turns.
* Hannah Rodrigues as The Entitled Socialite - An entitled and eccentric rich woman who believes her wealth can solve any problem. Her attempts to manipulate and bribe her way to information often lead to comedic encounters and unexpected consequences.
* RJ Channon as The Pool Boy - An endearingly dim-witted pool boy who unwittingly stumbles upon crucial information. His accidental discoveries and naive but well-intentioned actions provide comic relief and unexpected breakthroughs.
* Ashley Nulph as The Resourceful One - The loyal and long-suffering wife to the Expert Witness who secretly tries to set things right. Her quick thinking and subtle manipulation add a layer of intrigue and humor to the story as she works behind the scenes to help the detective assigned to the case.
* Heather Upton as The Wine Enthusiast - A wine enthusiast who is never seen without a bottle in hand. Her candid remarks and unpredictable behavior, fueled by her love for wine, create amusing moments and unconventional leads in the case.
* Joshuah Upton as The Lonely Fisherman - A lonely fisherman with a hidden depth of compassion. His intimate knowledge of the area and its inhabitants, as well as his genuine heart, make him an invaluable ally to the detective as they uncover clues and untangle the web of secrets.
* Ken Love as The Private Eye - A renowned private investigator on vacation who stumbles upon the murder case. Determined and resourceful, he takes it upon himself to uncover the truth while navigating the quirks and eccentricities of the Cinque Terre community.
* Sembetu Dalay as The Spirited Teen - A spirited teenager visiting Cinque Terre to find herself. Her insatiable curiosity and knack for trouble often land her in comical situations, but her determination and fresh perspective on the case prove crucial in unraveling the mystery.
* and Dylan Heuer as The Love Interest - A carefree and lovable guitar player and the main love interest to The Corpse. His enchanting music and charismatic personality make him a central figure in the investigation, as his connections and knowledge of the Cinque Terre community provide valuable insights.

### Trivia

* The fifth IBCD Eve Feature poster.
* Sembetu Dalay's first poster.