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In 2015, a film was released by Stephen Cognetti that breathed new life into the found footage genre. That film was HELL HOUSE LLC.
HELL HOUSE LLC tells the story of a documentary crew investigating the scene of a tragic event that resulted in the death of 15 tour-goers and staff on the opening night of the HELL HOUSE Hotel Tour.
The story is simple and is presented very well. We are introduced to the documentary crew as they begin their investigation of the Abaddon Hotel and interview a surviving member of the HELL HOUSE crew. Then on a brilliant move, we are transported back to footage that was recorded from the HELL HOUSE crew themselves as they prepare the hotel for opening night. This adds a sense of tragedy as we witness the events that lead to that fateful opening night.
Some may say that the film may move slow. But it moves at a good pace. It allows you to take in the story that the filmmakers are trying to tell. As well as allowing the story to breathe, it adds a lot and helps ground the film.
The cast do an incredible job. Everyone brings their A-game to the film. Some of my favorite characters were Mack and Paul (played by Andrew Schneider and Gore Abrahams) . Danny Bellini and Ryan Jennifer Jones provide incredible performances as Alex and Sara.
The effects were fairly simple and that is not a bad thing. It allows a lot of t e effects to be happening in camera. That is something that is a tremendous help to the film. It also really helped breathe new air into a genre many had thought gone stale. The creepiest element in the film for me was the girl that visits Paul. The makeup was done so well that terrified me. And the there’s the Clown – this provided a few scares as well. Both are standouts in my opinion.
The music in the film was something that gelled very well. It is very iconic. The song Paul plays on the piano is the real standout.
Overall, this film is an essential part of my days of Horror in October. It is very memorable. And is one of the best examples of a found footage horror film for me.
Rating: 5 out of 5.
*HELL HOUSE LLC is available on Amazon Prime, Shudder, Tubi
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