The original “Amateur Porn Star Killer” was groundbreaking for many reasons. The first is that it is known to be the cheapest feature film ever made (just 45 bucks!). The second is that it had a cast and crew of just 3 people. It was also shot almost entirely in one location: a cheap motel room. No lighting was used. It took only 3 hours to shoot. The actors had no previous feature film credits to their name (nor did the director). And it only took one take to get it right (seen as it takes place in real time with the camera rolling non-stop.) It features graphic sex scenes and a murder, and even with little to no staging/blocking, everyone seems convinced. Even more important, is that given all these circumstances, the film managed to get a DVD distribution deal, a small theatrical run, and outstanding reviews, plus a couple of online critic awards along the way.

What was “APSK” all about? A snuff film. Why should we be excited? While others have looked to shock or disturb people with torture-porn films, and faux snuff films featuring graphic violence, “APSK” features not one drop of blood and not a minute of torture (at least physically). Still, this miniscule movie has shocked more people with it’s realistic approach than most recent Hollywood torture-porn films (i.e. “Hostel 2”, “Captivity”, “Saw 3”). So, why make another? Good question. Director Shane Ryan calls it “a further look into the mind of Brandon,” the Killer in the movie. He’s a drifter, known to have murdered many women throughout several states, and still on the prowl. “Every victim reacts differently, each location/crime scene sets the tone for a new experience, every chapter in Brandon’s life is different. Think of the film as a book, with 3, 5, maybe 10 chapters. Hopefully each chapter will capture further insight into Brandon’s mind, and/or the mind of the victim. I simply find it fascinating and would love to take a deeper look.”

Well, there you have it. Catch the first “Amateur Porn Star Killer” in stores November 6, 2007 and visit the Alter Ego Cinema web site to find out how to get your name in the new film!

“Amateur Porn Star Killer”
http://alteregocinema.com/Features/AMATUER.html

“Amateur Porn Star Killer 2”
http://alteregocinema.com/Features/AMATEUR2CREDITS.html