Haunters: The Art of the Scare2017

Horror Vault's take

Every October, a dedicated subculture of scare artists pours its soul — and often its savings — into building haunted attractions that range from family-friendly fright mazes to punishing, consent-pushing extreme experiences. This documentary pulls back the curtain on the designers, performers, and visionaries who live for the scream, profiling figures across the entire spectrum of the haunt industry. As the film progresses, the line between passionate artistry and troubling obsession grows harder to ignore. It's equal parts love letter and cautionary tale for anyone who has ever wondered what lurks behind the fog machines.

Content: Depictions Of Extreme Psychological Stress, Simulated Physical And Emotional Distress, Potentially Disturbing Extreme Haunt Footage, Discussion Of Consent And Participant Safety