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Hell of a Summer
2025 88 min United States of America, Canada R 18+
★5.5
Horror, Comedy, Mystery
Director: Billy Bryk, Finn Wolfhard
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Description
When 24-year-old Jason Hochberg arrives for counsellor weekend at his beloved Camp Pineway, his biggest problem is feeling out of touch with his teenage co-workers. Little does he know; a masked killer has murdered camp owners John and Kathy and is preparing to strike again.
Budget:
$3M
US Gross:
$3.18M
Worldwide:
$3.18M
Starring
Adam Pally
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Rosebud Baker
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Fred Hechinger
Actor
Awards
1 nomination total
Key opinion
Hell of a Summer is viewed as a modest, conventional slasher that serves as an accessible entry point for genre fans despite failing to distinguish itself as a significant work of satire. While the performances are generally appreciated, the film is hampered by inconsistent execution and a struggle to balance its comedic and horrific elements.
| Production | The film utilizes effective, practical gore that avoids becoming unnecessarily gratuitous. | |
| Acting | The cast delivers strong and convincing performances despite the limitations of the material. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is hindered by empty dialogue and an inability to successfully blend horror with sharp satire. | |
| Pacing | The film struggles with uneven pacing, which causes it to lose tension as it approaches the conclusion. | |
| Originality | Views on the film's overall quality are mixed; some find it a concise and effective genre entry, while others dismiss it as a mediocre effort lacking the boldness required for a modern slasher commentary. |