The Warning - Hellfest 2025

A group of friends attending a Halloween festival find themselves targeted by a relentless killer. As they try to survive the night, they realize the horrors are far more real than the costumes and attractions. They must band together to escape the park before becoming permanent attractions themselves.

Hellfest received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding it a derivative and uninspired entry in the slasher genre. While some appreciated its attempts at atmosphere and gore, the film was largely criticized for its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and lack of originality. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm.

• Relies too heavily on familiar slasher tropes without adding anything new.

• The jump scares are infrequent and the suspense is often undermined by predictable plotting.

• Attempts at gore and atmosphere are present but ultimately fail to elevate the generic narrative.

Google audience: Audiences found Hellfest to be a forgettable horror film that plays it too safe. While some appreciated the Halloween theme and occasional gruesome moments, many felt it lacked originality and genuine scares, ultimately being a disappointment for fans of the genre.

The film was originally titled 'The Warning' before being changed to 'Hellfest' for its international release.