Mique mentioned that the movie was partially inspired by his family's trip to Canada in 2023. After returning to the country, he preferred working here rather than returning to Canada. From the box office success "Lolo and the Kid," currently streaming on Netflix, acclaimed director Benedict Mique ventures into a new film that delves into the compelling and often overlooked challenges confronting overseas Filipino workers (OFWs).
Entitled "Maple Leaf Dreams," the heart-tugging movie features up-and-coming actors Kira Balinger and LA Santos as a couple striving for a better life for their families in Canada. It is produced by 7K Entertainment, Lonewolf Films, and Star Magic and distributed by Quantum Films. Kira portrays Molly, who aims to build a home for her parents and sister to uplift them from hardship.
LA plays Macky, a restaurant manager in the Philippines who desires a more stable and fulfilling career. Snooky Serna, Ricky Davao, and Joey Marquez also star in the movie. Eighty percent of the movie "Maple Leaf Dreams" was shot in Canada, Mique said during a pocket interview for "Maple Leaf Dreams" held at Limbaga 77 in Morato, Quezon City on Aug.
21. "Canada is the new America. Dati US ang pangarap nila pero now Canada naman.
Masaya sa Canada sa una but when you start living the real life there, working na kayo, malungkot." Before shooting the film, both LA and Kira immersed themselves in workshops. "I told them you need to feel the life of real workers because ang char.