GEHENNA: WHERE DEATH LIVES
From the opening credits, audiences will quickly realise that this is a low budget, run-of-the-mill independent horror flick which resembles a late night, made for television movie.
The story surrounds five people who whilst scouting a secluded island for the construction of a five star resort, discover an abandoned Japanese WWII bunker which was originally a sacred burial ground. Upon entry, a curse is unleashed which leads to irrational behaviour and the realisation that only one person in the group will survive.
The film succeeds in cleverly utilising the usual scare tactics and devilish effects to frighten audiences, notably the segments which are seemingly borrowed from the 70’s classic The Exorcist.
A little known cast deliver satisfactory performances as they search for a way out and encounter genuinely scary creatures and apparitions which unquestionably steal the show.
This ‘C’ class horror film which contains blood-curdling effects and storylines which deal with voodoo and time travel has been successful in various international film festivals and should find an audience when it screens nationally on FanForce. (MMo)
★★1/2
Australian premiere screening: A Night Of Horror: Nov 26, 9pm. Dendy Newtown, 261-263 King Street, Newtown. $20. Tickets & info: www.dendy.com.au
Screenings also available on FanForce
