Here Comes Hell ⭐
Shot on a shoestring budget of just £22,000, this film is a masterclass in independent filmmaking, proving that you don't need millions when you have practical effects, a sharp script, and a lot of fake blood. The Setup: Tea, Toffs, and Terror
The dialogue is snappy, the character archetypes are played to perfection (shoutout to the "catty" Christine and the resilient Elizabeth), and the pacing is relentless. It’s the kind of film that begs to be watched with a rowdy late-night crowd. Final Verdict
Set in the 1930s, the film follows a group of elite socialites who gather at a crumbling manor for a dinner party. There’s the wealthy host Victor, the tennis-playing Teddy, the sharp-tongued Christine, and our relatable "outsider" entry point, Elizabeth. The evening starts with cocktails and caviar but quickly takes a sharp left turn when a seance goes horribly wrong, unleashing a demonic force with a grudge. A Love Letter to the Classics Here Comes Hell
Blood, Black-and-White, and British Wit: Why You Need to See Here Comes Hell (2019)
Eschewing modern CGI, McHenry opted for puppets, masks, and gallons of real blood, giving the horror a tactile, visceral feel that pays homage to 80s cult classics like Braindead . Why It Works Shot on a shoestring budget of just £22,000,
The film is presented in a 4:3 aspect ratio and shot entirely in black-and-white. It uses "old school" tricks like matte paintings and back-projection to mimic the look of golden-age British cinema.
Check out our other reviews of cult horror classics or dive into more interviews with indie directors making waves in the scene. Final Verdict Set in the 1930s, the film
Here Comes Hell is a "breath of fresh air" for horror fans. It’s a beautifully pure tribute to the genre that manages to be both genuinely unsettling and laugh-out-loud funny. If you’re a fan of indie horror that pushes boundaries while honoring the past, track this one down.