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Murder Pool

Adapted from the pages of classic pre-code comicbook horror, Murder Pool is a hateful tale of terrible retribution!

  • Mara Powell
    Director
    Cannibus Cannibals
  • Mara Powell
    Writer
    Cannibus Cannibals
  • David Vileo
    Producer
  • Mara Powell
    Producer
  • M. Robert Moore
    Key Cast
    "James Gorse"
  • Jessica Brusher
    Key Cast
    "Gwen"
  • Brent Medaugh
    Key Cast
    "Fred"
  • Josie Stec
    Key Cast
    "Janet"
  • Lauren Vileo
    Key Cast
    "Cop #1"
  • Alex DePanicis
    Key Cast
    "Pool Worker #1"
  • David Vileo
    Key Cast
    "Pool Worker #2"
  • Mara Powell
    Key Cast
    "Cop #2"
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    12 minutes 3 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    April 24, 2020
  • Production Budget:
    2,000 USD
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Planet 9 Film Fest

    December 12, 2020
    Official Selection/2nd Place Winner
  • Secrets of the Dead Short Film Festival
Director Biography - Mara Powell

Mara Powell is an independent filmmaker hailing from the metropolitan suburbs of Detroit. When not penning or directing delightfully campy yet horrific tales, she can be found relaxing at home with her two kitties and listening to DANZIG.

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Director Statement

I've had a passion for film as far back as I can remember. My influences are varied; from John Waters to Robert Altman, with a touch of Ed Wood, I write and direct from the heart and I love horror! If nothing else, I hope anyone who views my films has fun!