Go to Hell

There’s no separation of church and scare at Final Destination IV. This guided walk-through depicts horrifying morality plays of sinning and eternal damnation, i.e. gay people worship Satan and abortions are a one-way ticket to Hades. These so-called "Hell Houses" are nationwide franchises preaching the literal translation of the Bible;...

By Leslie Barton

October 29, 2009

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There’s no separation of church and scare at Final Destination IV. This guided walk-through depicts horrifying morality plays of sinning and eternal damnation, i.e. gay people worship Satan and abortions are a one-way ticket to Hades. These so-called "Hell Houses" are nationwide franchises preaching the literal translation of the Bible; this one runs 45 minutes and is 250 volunteers strong.

Great if you voted McCain/Palin, but what about those who just want a good scare on Halloween without all the fire and brimstone? According to statistics provided on the site, last year’s tours produced 288 “criers,” two pukers, 55 quitters, one fainter, and 31 unfortunates listed as “mad!”

Thu., Oct. 29, 7 p.m.-midnight; Fri., Oct. 30, 7 p.m.-midnight; Sat., Oct. 31, 6 p.m.-midnight, 2009

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