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Hell of a Summer
Hell of a Summer

5.2

Hell of a Summer

R·2025·88m

Summary

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.

Crew

Director, Writer

Finn Wolfhard

Director, Writer

Billy Bryk

Reviews

F

For_What_It_Be

May 9, 2025

Genre classic for this generation.

Hits all the tropes and notes you'd expect, but elevated by the writing.

First major work from Finn and Billy as writer/director/actor team and solidly puts them on the map as a team to keep an eye on.

Characters are real, writing is tight, shot selection is efficient. Sound is a bit inconsistent, but I think it's because some folks strained their voices. Kills are impactful and mostly practical, but not gratuitous. Does not overstay its welcome and remains entertaining throughout. Not going to win any awards, but worth your time.

I would put this on as easy viewing for any fans of the genre or as an introduction to any young moviewatcher to learn the cinematic language of horror.

Media

Status:

Released

Original Language:

English

Budget:

$3,000,000.00

Revenue:

$3,182,680.00

Keywords

summer camp
woods
serial killer
camp
slasher
whodunit
summer
series of murders
campfire
camp counselor
frantic
playful
hilarious