Gehenna: Where Death Lives
Gehenna: Where Death Lives

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Gehenna: Where Death Lives

2016
Movie
107 min
English

A group visits Saipan to search for locations for their company's newest resort. As they find what they think is the perfect spot, they discover a hidden bunker on the property which they decide to explore. However, they soon find out that curiosity can kill. As each member faces their most private secrets and the secrets of the bunker itself, the results lead to a most shocking conclusion.

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Hiroshi KatagiriGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of urban explorers ventures into an abandoned hospital, seeking to uncover the truth behind its dark history. Inside, they discover more than just decay, stumbling upon a malevolent entity that has been waiting for them. As they try to escape, they realize the hospital itself is a trap, and the entity feeds on their fear and life force.

Critical Reception

Gehenna: Where Death Lives received a generally negative reception from critics and audiences, often cited for its unoriginal plot, weak character development, and reliance on jump scares rather than sustained tension.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric setting and some unsettling visuals.

  • Criticized for a predictable storyline and uninspired scares.

  • Actors' performances were often noted as a weak point.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally lean towards disappointment, with common complaints about the film's derivative nature and lack of genuine horror elements.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in an actual abandoned hospital, adding to its eerie atmosphere, though some critics noted the setting was underutilized.

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