More than any horror or exploitation film ever have, films like 'Jesus Camp,' 'The Most Hated Family in America,' and 'Fall From Grace' have terrified me to no end. I am not a religious man by any means and haven't been since I was a teen, but I do respect those who use their religion as intended: For good. However, if one uses their religion to scare others into faith, what good is it? Religion is meant to guide, help, and comfort. . . not to frighten and disturb. Well, not any more at least.
'Hell House' joins the ranks of the above-mentioned titles as a truly frightening, shocking, and occasionally heartbreaking look at a church-run Halloween event in suburban Texas that specializes in showing thousands of visitors each year what their fates are if they continue on with their 'evil ways.' Featuring such scenes as a grotesque abortion, gang rape, the Columbine shooting, and drunk drivers, 'Hell House' looks to 'scare straight' their guests to keep them on the 'righteous path towards Salvation.' Right.
Unlike documentaries like 'The Most Hated Family in America' and 'Jesus Camp,' this piece was done by the actual creators of the House and, therefore, done by those in favour it. What's ironic about this is that it truly scares any one not in this group of creators into thinking these people are just, purely and simply, nutcases.
I can't fault people for their beliefs. . . but sometimes you can take it a step too far. Regardless, the film is entertaining and well done.
Final Verdict: 7.5/10.
-AP3-
'Hell House' joins the ranks of the above-mentioned titles as a truly frightening, shocking, and occasionally heartbreaking look at a church-run Halloween event in suburban Texas that specializes in showing thousands of visitors each year what their fates are if they continue on with their 'evil ways.' Featuring such scenes as a grotesque abortion, gang rape, the Columbine shooting, and drunk drivers, 'Hell House' looks to 'scare straight' their guests to keep them on the 'righteous path towards Salvation.' Right.
Unlike documentaries like 'The Most Hated Family in America' and 'Jesus Camp,' this piece was done by the actual creators of the House and, therefore, done by those in favour it. What's ironic about this is that it truly scares any one not in this group of creators into thinking these people are just, purely and simply, nutcases.
I can't fault people for their beliefs. . . but sometimes you can take it a step too far. Regardless, the film is entertaining and well done.
Final Verdict: 7.5/10.
-AP3-