Director Edward Bass films Belle Gunness, the horror of La Porte

Director Edward Bass couldn’t get over the life of serial killer Belle Gunness who used her prolific writing skill to ensnare dozens of men to her La Porte home where they were murdered, robbed, and dismembered.

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Belle sent love letters and advertised in newspapers to coax gentlemen to sell their properties and travel 3,000 miles to bring the cash to her. Her advertisement reads:

"Comely widow who owns a large farm in one of the finest districts of La Porte County, Indiana, desires to make the acquaintance of a gentleman equally well provided, with view of joining fortunes. No replies by letter considered unless sender is willing to follow answer with personal visit. Triflers need not apply."

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Director Edward Bass is too fascinated with the gender-bending dynamics of Bella’s life that he wanted to discover what it was about her writings that lured men into her confession of love. He said that the screenplay doesn’t just focus on the essence of woman’s charm but also on the social and psychological motivations of her killing spree. Bass says that the film’s gripping account of one of the most diabolical killers in history aims not just to appeal to audience’s cinematic expectations, but also to contribute to the literature about the relationship between gender and crime.

Director Edward Bass has produced films notable for their cinematic spectacle and substance. Visit www.edwardbassfilms.com for more information on his work.

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