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1980
Movie
116 min
Tagalog

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IMDb4.6/10
Director: J. Larry CarrollGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman's life spirals into terror and paranoia when she begins to receive disturbing phone calls and believes she is being targeted by a mysterious cult. As the calls become more menacing and the perceived threats escalate, she must uncover the truth behind the sinister organization before it's too late. The film explores themes of psychological manipulation and the fear of the unknown.

Critical Reception

Hellfire received a largely negative reception from critics, who often cited its convoluted plot and lack of genuine scares. Audience reactions were similarly lukewarm, with many finding the film to be predictable and uninspired within the horror genre of its time.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a weak and illogical narrative.

  • Lacks effective suspense and relies on clichés.

  • Performances are generally unconvincing, failing to elevate the material.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a general disappointment with the film's execution and a lack of memorable horror elements.

Fun Fact

Despite its title and horror genre classification, the film is more of a psychological thriller with supernatural undertones, rather than a traditional slasher or supernatural horror flick.

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