Holy Hell

"Holy Hell" is a haunting and unflinching documentary that offers an unprecedented look into the inner workings of a West Hollywood cult formed by charismatic leader Michel in the 1980s. For 22 years, filmmaker Will Allen was deeply embedded as the group's documentarian and propaganda minister, but eventually found himself on the outside looking in. The film features behind-the-scenes footage shot during Allen's time with the cult, as well as new interviews with former members and exclusive footage of Michel and his followers in Hawaii. A powerful and thought-provoking exploration of brainwashing, devotion, and the complexities of human psychology, "Holy Hell" is a searing critique of the darker side of spirituality and community.