Murders in the Rue Morgue (1971) Movie Poster The "Murders in the Rue Morgue" is a 1971 horror film poster, based on Edgar Allan Poe's short story of the same name. This motion picture poster advertises a cinematic adaptation from 1971, featuring elements typical of horror genre. The story, set in Paris during the French Revolution, revolves around the investigations of Dr. Pierre Laurent and his assistant Camille Lvque into a series of grisly murders committed by an unknown suspect, rumored to be a monstrous orangutan. This film poster showcases key aspects of the movie, such as its title, release year, and potentially some imagery hinting at the plot's suspenseful and gory nature. The 1971 adaptation of "Murders in the Rue Morgue" is one among several film adaptations of Poe's works, each offering a unique interpretation of his classic tales.