Ed M
Did you like "Blair Witch Project"? Hell House is done in the same documentary style, but is a better film. I'm not saying it's great, but it definitely makes you think, which places it a step above most horror.
Most of us have visited haunted houses before, whereas "Blair Witch" isn't necessarily something to which most can relate. But all of us have had scares in a haunted house. But what if those scares weren't fake?
The acting is acceptable, but there are plot holes. Fortunately, there are sequels which fill in those holes. But I think you already expected that, right?
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Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars
10/31/24
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Justin Ace V
Recommended for big horror fans.
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Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
10/27/24
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Anthony R
Hell House LLC is hands-down the best found-footage film I’ve seen since Paranormal Activity. For me, it nails every essential element a found-footage horror needs: a gripping story, authentic creep factor, and those perfectly timed jump scares that genuinely get under your skin. What’s unique about this one, though, is how it manages to feel fresh in a genre that often rehashes the same tropes.
Horror is subjective; what scares one person might bore another. But Hell House LLC strikes a rare balance by delivering an unsettling atmosphere that feels universal. This movie isn’t about just cheap thrills—it’s about slowly building dread, scene by scene, and making you feel the tension along with the characters. The storyline keeps you glued from the get-go, following a documentary-style retelling of a haunted house attraction gone wrong. What adds to the intensity is that you feel like you’re right there with them, walking those dark halls and catching glimpses of things you’d rather not see.
One of the standout elements is the unsettling presence of that clown in the basement. This clown is nothing like the typical “creepy clown” cliché—it’s completely stationary, yet somehow becomes the most disturbing part of the movie. The scene with the clown is pure nightmare fuel, ramping up the fear without any jump scare, just by existing in the background like it’s always watching. The sheer unease this clown brings is palpable. It’s the kind of fear that lingers because you can’t quite figure out why it’s so terrifying—it’s just a clown standing there, right? But every time it appears, you feel the tension spike. And as the characters pass by, you’re just waiting for it to move, even slightly. This small touch captures that uncanny quality we rarely see in horror, where a simple prop can create suspense on its own.
Considering this film comes from an unknown director, Stephen Cognetti, with a cast of actors who weren’t exactly household names, Hell House LLC is surprisingly effective. The cast delivers such a raw and genuine performance that it’s easy to forget you’re watching a movie at all. The natural reactions, along with that “are we safe, or aren’t we?” vibe, pull you in completely. There’s an honesty to the scares here that many big-budget horrors struggle to capture.
If you’re a fan of the genre and crave that edge-of-your-seat tension that sticks with you, Hell House LLC deserves a watch. It’s proof that horror, when done right, doesn’t need big names or flashy effects—just a well-crafted story, solid direction, and the guts to let the scares speak for themselves. And as for that clown? You’ll find yourself thinking about it long after the credits roll, wondering if you really saw it move, or if it was just your mind playing tricks on you.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
10/26/24
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motor c
This was one of the biggest letdowns for me this season. As I didn’t see it when it came out it was something my fiancé had not seen yet either. The plot unfolded EXCEPTIONALLY slow as well as being predictable most of the way thru. It was just interesting enough to not turn off on a Tuesday night. I kept hoping that it would redeem itself as a film in the ending moments, but yet again, I was let down in that aspect as well.
I’d like to consider myself well versed in film (we all would right🤣) and I’ve come to RT for advice via reviews for some years now and I was let down enough on this one to open an account and actually write my first review.
If your looking for a scary movie this ain’t it!!👎
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Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars
10/23/24
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Grant N
I regret watching this movie. Pacing felt poor, I had little to no suspension of disbelief. The choice to have people talk over each other constantly was not effective.
Pay off was very low IMO.
Acting was okay, set design was okay, the moving props in the middle I thought where the best part.
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Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars
10/08/24
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IMPERFECT A
For the budget its great. Better acting than alot of A-list horror films with well executed ideas and creativity. Both part 1 and 2 were very well done.
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
10/04/24
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