Fresh
Frightening, well-done documentary.
V.A. Musetto, New York Post
Hell House
This church wants to scare the Hell out of you.
2001 · 1h 25m · NOT RATED
Documentary
Directed by
George Ratliff
Overview
A look at the "Hell House" performed annually in October by the youth members of Trinity Church (Assemblies of God) in Cedar Hill, Texas (a Dallas suburb) — seen by over 10,000 visitors each year.
Director and cast
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
94%
Tomatometer
Fresh
As a director, Mr. Ratliff wisely rejects the temptation to make fun of his subjects.
Dave Kehr, New York Times
Fresh
Lookin' for sin, American-style? Try Hell House, which documents the cautionary Christian spook-a-rama of the same name.
J. Hoberman, Village Voice
Fresh
The Trinity Assembly approaches the endeavor with a shocking lack of irony, and George Ratliff's documentary, Hell House, reflects their earnestness - which makes for a terrifying film.
Dan Fienberg, L.A. Weekly
Fresh
Texan director George Ratliff had unlimited access to families and church meetings, and he delivers fascinating psychological fare.
Robert K. Elder, Chicago Tribune
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