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While Haunt may not reach the intricate puzzle-solving of the Escape Room films, it easily surpasses Hell House LLC (a recent letdown) in immersing viewers in the experience of navigating a haunted house attraction gone wrong. The film excels at keeping both the characters and the audience uncertain about the true level of danger, all while building toward progressively creepier imagery and scenarios. The production design is notable, though the polished lighting and cinematography introduce a cleanliness that detracts from the lo-fi aesthetic it could have embraced. While the performances are serviceable, the screenplay provides some solid thrills along the way. Ultimately, however, it strains a bit too much in trying to link the haunted attraction to the protagonist's troubled past, when it might have worked better as a more straightforward haunted house slasher.
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