KILLING POE

Cinemavixion Review

"Killing Poe" offers a darkly comedic take on academic frustration and the enduring power of Edgar Allan Poe's tales. The film cleverly intertwines the students' escalating revenge plot against their tormentor professor with the very themes of Poe's gothic narratives. The chemistry between the student ensemble, led by Matt Bush, Osric Chau, and Julianna Guill, grounds the escalating absurdity. While the director, Nathan Andrew Jacobs, is not listed in the local data, his comedic timing and inventive direction are evident, particularly in the unexpected surreal detours that amplify the students' descent into Poe-esque madness. This is a witty, engaging film that proves Poe's influence extends beyond literature into the realm of modern college comedy, culminating in a satisfyingly chaotic climax.