Hell House

Hell House

Year: 2002

Runtime: 85 min

Language: English

Director: George Ratliff

Documentary

Driven by a desire for excitement and a quest for the truth, a television host investigates a dilapidated hotel with a dark and unsettling history. As he explores the decaying structure, he hopes to reveal the source of its sinister reputation. However, he soon finds himself facing a terrifying presence and must confront the possibility of becoming another casualty of the hotel's ghostly power.

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1

Transformation of Abaddon Hotel

The Abaddon Hotel, once a thriving establishment, eventually became a haunted house attraction for Halloween. This transformation marked the beginning of a grim chapter, as it was here that the tragic events would unfold, leading to the demise of many.

Abaddon Hotel, Rockland County, New York
2

Tragic Demise of 15 Individuals

During the Halloween event, a horrifying incident occurred at the Abaddon Hotel, resulting in the deaths of 15 individuals, including both guests and staff. Authorities were baffled and attributed the calamity to an 'unidentified malfunction', leaving many questions unanswered.

Abaddon Hotel, Rockland County, New York
3

Documentary Crew's Investigation Begins

Led by producer Diane Graves, the documentary crew arrives to investigate the tragic events at the hotel. With a mix of excitement and horror, they aim to unravel the mystery surrounding the deaths and the supposed supernatural influences at play.

Abaddon Hotel, Rockland County, New York
4

Encounter with Sole Survivor

The crew meets with Sara Havel, the only survivor from the Hell House staff. Sara shares disturbing footage revealing strange occurrences prior to the disaster, setting a chilling tone for the rest of the investigation.

5

Unwavering Ambition of CEO Alex

Despite the ominous atmosphere, Alex, the CEO of the haunted house attraction, remains determined to proceed with the opening come Halloween night. His ambition stands in stark contrast to the dark happenings surrounding the venue.

Abaddon Hotel, Rockland County, New York
6

Hints of a Dark Past

As the crew delves deeper, they uncover disturbing rumors about the Abaddon Hotel's past, including its affiliation with a Satanic cult. These ominous whispers are quickly dismissed, a decision that proves fatal later on.

Abaddon Hotel, Rockland County, New York
7

Sara's Hotel Room Revelation

Sara requests a break from filming, stating she will be in her hotel room 2C. However, when Diane tries to find her, a chilling revelation strikes: there is no record of Sara's registration, and room 2C seemingly does not exist.

Hotel Reception, Rockland County, New York
8

Mitchell's Horrifying Discovery

While Diane and her cameraman proceed towards the Abaddon Hotel, Mitchell stays behind to analyze Sara's disturbing footage. He stumbles upon a horrific truth that shakes him to the core, finding something that compels him to contact his colleagues urgently.

Cameraman's location
9

Cautious Entry into the Hotel

Diane and her cameraman cautiously enter the Abaddon Hotel, feeling the weight of its haunted past. Their attention is drawn to the ominous atmosphere, especially when they spot door '2C', which echoes Sara's earlier claims.

Abaddon Hotel, Rockland County, New York
10

Confrontation with Sara

Inside the room labeled '2C', Diane and her cameraman find Sara eerily seated with her back turned. The moment quickly escalates into terror when Sara transforms into a malevolent spirit, launching an attack that shatters their safety.

Room 2C, Abaddon Hotel, Rockland County, New York
11

The Horrific Truth Unveils

In a shocking turn, the crew realizes that Mitchell's earlier findings were just the beginning of the Hell House’s dark grasp. Sara, it turns out, was a victim of the hotel's sinister influence, leading to horrifying revelations.

Abaddon Hotel, Rockland County, New York
12

Illusions of Survival Crumble

As the crew processes the chaos around them, they confront the heart-wrenching truth that Sara had actually been dead all along. What they believed to be a conversation with a living survivor was merely an echo from the void, intensifying the horror of their situation.

Abaddon Hotel, Rockland County, New York

Last Updated: November 22, 2024 at 15:32

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