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Hell Fest is a 2018 American slasher film revolving around a horror-themed amusement park with a sinister twist. The story opens with a group of friends including Natalie (Amy Forsyth), best friend Brooke (Reign Edwards), Brooke's boyfriend, Quinn (Christian James), and others, making a trip to the Hell Fest amusement park which has made its ominous reputation by recreating various gruesome horror experiences.

The group is quickly plunged into the macabre atmosphere and thrilled by the frighteningly realistic scares with sudden jump scares, strobe lights, and loud sound effects. However, their excitement turns to fear when they realize that a masked serial killer has infiltrated the park and is killing visitors off one by one. The killer who remains unidentified, wears a distinctive mask that is part of the park's costume collection and moves around the park unnoticed, which raises the stakes for everyone.

As the night wears on and the group continues to experience the horrors of the park, they find themselves being stalked by the masked killer. Despite their attempts to alert the authorities, their pleas fall on deaf ears, as the park workers and visitors continue to view the mayhem as part of the show. The movie transforms into a full-fledged horror thriller as the group tries to evade the killer and escape the park alive.

Throughout the film, tension builds with every nail-biting moment, as the killer becomes more determined to hunt down the remaining group members. The film's suspenseful score further amplifies these unsettling moments, generating an eerie atmosphere that leaves the viewer on the edge of their seat. The complex characters and their relationships add depth to the film, increasing viewers' stakes in the harrowing chase.

The protagonists are well-rounded and likable, with Amy Forsyth as Natalie who takes the lead in trying to keep everyone safe. Her chemistry is especially strong with Quinn, played by Christian James. Reign Edwards as Brooke is the life of the party and her confident attitude disintegrates as the terror unfolds. The rest of the cast, which includes Cynthea Mercado as Gina, Matt Mercurio as Asher, and Roby Attal as Gavin, are also excellent in their performances, giving the audience a group to root for.

The killer is a well-conceived and executed character, with a menacing appearance and twisted personality. The viewer is teased with small glimpses of the killer's face, keeping some intrigue intact until the end. The film also makes great use of the park's environment to amp up the tension, featuring plenty of false alarms and red herrings that make it hard to differentiate scares from actual danger.

The technical aspects of the movie are also impressive. The special effects and makeup are top-notch and add believability and gore to the film, while the costumes are well-designed, dark and thrilling. The film's cinematography is also noteworthy, with each scene set up to maximize the tension and horror on display. The editing creates a fast pace, which keeps the audience on their toes with every twist and turn.

In conclusion, Hell Fest is a frightening and entertaining horror thriller that will give you chills long after the movie is over. With its well-drawn characters, tense atmosphere, excellent acting, and solid direction, Hell Fest has all the qualities of a classic slasher film. The movie will appeal to horror fans looking for a deliciously scary experience, and newcomers to the genre who want an edge-of-your-seat experience. Overall, Hell Fest is a must-watch film for anyone who loves thrillers and horror, but definitely not for the faint-hearted.

Hell Fest is a 2018 horror movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 28 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.5 and a MetaScore of 26.