Blu-ray Review - Hell's Trap
February 17, 2025
The perils of masculinity largely drive the action of 1989's "Hell's Trap," with men making terrible errors in judgment in the name of dominance. Director Pedro Galindo III ("Vacation of Terror II") aims for frights, but he also arranges something of a survival picture, teasing elements of "Rambo" to accompany the slasher film formula. The Mexican production is a low-budget affair, with most of the tale taking place in the woods, and while excitement is limited, the movie has some enthusiasm to offer. "Hell's Trap" is short (76 minutes), which helps, as the general backyard production vibe only connects during a few scenes, though the helmer has some assistance from the cast, with young performers eagerly participating in the tale of human hunting. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com
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