Hatchet Hour
Hatchet Hour

Hatchet Hour

2016Movie86 minEnglish

Secrets test a friendship in this crime drama. A lawyer at a top firm accidentally kills her gardener. Fearing for her career, she asks her best friend to help her get rid of the body.

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IMDb3.5/10
Director: Adam D. MervisGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the remote wilderness, a group of friends on a camping trip find themselves targeted by a terrifying and relentless force. As night falls, their survival hinges on their ability to uncover the dark secret behind their haunting.

Critical Reception

Hatchet Hour received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, primarily being cited for its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some appreciated its attempts at creating a tense atmosphere, many found it to be a forgettable entry in the slasher subgenre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a generic premise and lacks originality.
  • Performances are often wooden, failing to create compelling characters.
  • Attempts at suspense are undermined by a predictable narrative.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Hatchet Hour are scarce, but those available generally point to a lack of innovative storytelling and engaging character development, positioning it as a standard, albeit low-budget, horror flick.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around the forests of Pennsylvania, utilizing the natural, isolated landscape to enhance its atmosphere of dread.

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