“Poe”, written and directed by Francis Xavier, tells the story of brilliant and wealthy Dr. Andrew Casey (David Fine - Rent, The Red Door) who is a serial killer known by the name of “The Chef”. His need for notoriety causes Dr. Andrew Casey to seek out writer Johnathan Poe (Stelio Savante - Ugly Betty, My Super Ex-Girlfriend)
When naked torsos begin turning up in and around the Los Angeles area, police detectives Victor Ramirez (Sal Landi - Cold Case, For the Boys) and Jonah “Jonzy” Jones (Greg Travis - Rob Zombie’s Halloween 2) begin the task of searching for this most troublesome serial killer along with forensic pathologist Amy Short (Felissa Rose – Sleep Away Camp). As the clues mount and their efforts intensify, the police are led to believe they have their suspect in middle aged Aaron Cameron (Gene Silvers - Law & Order, Third Watch), a loner who lives with his alcoholic mother (Maray Ares, General Hospital) and finally snaps after one too many abuses by killing her in a fit of rage. With similarities between his killing and the work of “The Chef”, Aaron is initially thought to be the prime suspect in the serial killings. However, after extensive interrogation by Detective Ramirez, the true story of horror and abomination is revealed.
“Poe” was produced by Francis Xavier, Michael Kureth, and Jo Ann Smith. The film’s special effects makeup was led by Oscar winner Jerry Constantine (The Curious Case of Benjamin Button). The official theatrical trailer for the film and more information is available at www.TheMoviePoe.com.
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