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Please note: this review is for the 2010 season rather than the current season.
by DarkWolf1088 (Newbie Review Crew Member) after attending on Friday, October 22, 2010 at about 4 p.m.
Submitted: Monday, October 25, 2010
Well all I can say is WOW! This haunt is branded as the best in Milwaukee and now I have seen that not only is this true but why it deserves this title. I have to tell you now that I had to go through this haunt TWICE in order to take in all the work that this haunt has put into its house. I was amazed.
I was most impressed that this haunt really relies on its actors. I have seen too many haunts that have turned to relying on animatronics and not on actors that to see what the Mars actors were capable of was extremely refreshing. I spoke with the manager of the haunt who you could tell is proud of his actors, as he should be. These actors will absolutely blow your mind!
Next to the actors the haunt's scenes and sets were just as impressive. You really could not tell that you were in an old office building. The sets were so expansive and well made that it was hard to focus on anything else. I sometimes found myself just starring at the scenes and of course the actors used this time to their advantage.
A lot of hard work was put into this haunt. Everything looks as if it was done for a Hollywood horror movie...the makeup, the sets, the lighting...everything. Needless to say I really enjoyed this haunt.
The level of passion that those who work this haunt is really admirable. They really help to set the tone of the haunt. Depending on the person this passion is going to build up sweet anticipation or dread of what is to come. Either way it is quite a thrill.
Simply put these guys go all out and it provides for one heck of a ride!
Note: Do not worry about parking. There are ample places to park including the street. You will see parking meters but those only run up to 6PM on any given night so no need to worry about spare change.
Further these men and women NEVER faltered or got tired. Even my second time through...30 minutes later...these guys were still going at it strong. These actors are dedicated! It was the actors that made the haunt. The sets and scenes only complimented their actions...which is how it should be.
As I already mentioned the best part with these actors is that you could interact with them which pulled you even further into the experience. If there was an Oscar Award Show for haunted houses I would give each of these actors an Oscar. It was just that amazing. You have to go and check these guys out. You will be impressed.
Finally these actors know how to scare. They know when to jump out and they know when hide in the shadows. These actors are good!
Also I have to give a shout out to two female actors that really stuck with their roles. The girl playing the statue and the girl playing the crawler. Excellent job!
All I will leave you with is that there are PLENTY of places for actors to pop out of and hide in.
Please note: this review is for the 2010 season rather than the current season.
by bunnehop after attending on Thursday, October 21, 2010 at about 3 p.m.
Submitted: Thursday, October 21, 2010
I went to this haunt not expecting much from the previous reviews,but was intrigued by the location. So a friend of mine and I went to check it out.
Actors' Performance
The stayed in character well, some spots were way too dark to appreciate the time they had taken to do their makeup. One man in particular was by for the creepiest of all! He was an large man and just creepy even the sounds he makes. They did seem to be short quite a few actors as well, we went on a thursday so maybe that was part of it.
Sets Scenes / Props / FX
The utilized their small spaces well, however with some constructive criticism; they had way too much stuff hanging from the ceiling. It was over kill! The meat room where the man offered us some guts was priceless. I asked for some but the spoon was empty.The actors are great at standing still to look like statues etc. so beware!
Length
12-15 minutes. I wish I couldv'd done another go around just to see alot more of the props. Which were very neat.
Crowd Control
Waiting line is clearly roped off and patrolled frequently by ghouls. Yet there was no line when we went.
Most Memorable Moment
I'd have to say the large creepy guy with his belly hanging out. He was pretty awesome.
It's overall a good sight, kind of short for the money though, other haunts do seem to take longer to get through. I didn't get scared once and I'm female. So was looking form them to pick on me more. I led the entire time and still didn't get a scare, I was disappointed over all.
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by btweezy414 after attending on Saturday, October 16, 2010 at about 2:30 p.m.
Submitted: Monday, October 18, 2010
We arrived at the haunt around 7:30ish. Place was easy to find, and from what I can tell only street parking. There was a line of probably 20 people, so not bad. They had 2 or 3 creatures lurking around which is always fun. The line was not far enough back but when it got busier I’m sure, the winding part of the line had a nice size screen with an old horror movie playing on it to entertain those in line. So after about 15 minutes or so of waiting it was our turn. We went up the stairs to the ticket both and purchased our tickets. The couple in front of us could not pay as they did not accept credit cards. So we got placed in group with 2 others making ours a group of 4. The rooms are a little small but the actors made good use of them and really stayed in character. Everything was going really well, until bout half way thru we caught up with what seemed 2 other groups. We tried to delay it some but still caught up to them in the next room and eventually it was a 15 person or so back up. Which can be a major buzz killer. It continued to be stop and go the rest of the way thru.
Overall I thought the house was nicely setup and the actors are placed well within the sets. Minus the timing problem we ran into in the middle I would recommend this house. It took around 15 minutes to go thru….
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by gregory_carlson (Newbie Review Crew Member) after attending on Saturday, October 16, 2010 at about 4:30 p.m.
Submitted: Sunday, October 17, 2010
Do you like to interact with lots of actors who just ooze (sometimes literally) Halloween? If you like all of that in an intimate setting full of creepy scenes then make sure you visit Mar's Haunted House.
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by LadyScarlet after attending on Thursday, October 14, 2010 at about 3 a.m.
Submitted: Thursday, October 14, 2010
I have been to Mars Haunted House before but I must say they really outdid themselves this year. The sets were very painstakingly detailed from what i saw whoever designed the sets took great care in making each room come to life. The lighting for each room was very well done to compliment each scene that always keeps you guessing what will come up next.
The acting and performances were very intense and in your face which they are not afraid to do. Each one did an amazing job. One in partiular got me and (though i dont want to spoil anything i must say) the lady before the Egyptian room dubbed "The Statue" or the "Stone Lady" did an incredible job. i thought she was a maniquin. Though you dont have to take my word for it its better if you see it yourself.
The Crowd control was very well handled though they dont just leave you waiting bored outside. They have monsters who roam the lines and entertain you getting you pumped up for the excitment ahead. Never a dull moment at this haunt!
All in all id say this Haunted house is most definatly reaching its peek on the scare and entertainment factor. Look no further then the greatest haunt in the mitchell area. i would definatly come back again and again!
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by OnceBitten after attending on Sunday, October 10, 2010 at about 3 p.m.
Submitted: Sunday, October 10, 2010
I really loved this house. It was totally new and fresh this year.
The wait was not long, the outside monsters were great and really freaked my friend out. The house as a whole was just great. Great detail, great scares, and terrific actors.
I always love this house and I was really impressed with the total transformation it took this year. A lot of work and talent went into it and I highly advise you to go check it out!
What a way to start out my Haunted House tours for the year. It was a great show and I can't tell you how much I enjoyed it.
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by HocusPocus (Newbie Review Crew Member) after attending on Friday, October 1, 2010 at about 3 p.m.
Submitted: Wednesday, October 6, 2010
This haunt has undergone nearly a complete transformation for 2010! The location has remained the same, a haunted hearse continues to be parked directly in front of the entrance and a few familiar fiends can be found roaming around outside and inside this haunt. Beyond that the horrific experience that lurks within this haunt has been completely redone.
Traditionally I have declared this attraction to be Milwaukee's Scariest haunt. This year's edition of the Mars Haunted House once again makes a really strong case to continue as the area's top attraction. If you've enjoyed Mars in the past you certainly won't be disappointed this year. If you haven't, the new sets and techno-scares that have been added this year are definitely worth checking out.
If you're looking to totally immerse yourself into a nightmarishly good time, look no further. This year's Mars Haunted House offers an even more interactive experience than in the past. Sets and passage ways are elaborately decorated with a keen attention to detail to provide ample visual stimulation. Encounters with ghouls seeking not only to scare the bajeebus out of you but also to creep you out make for both a bloodcurdling and chilling experience.
If you're into evaluating haunts with your senses you might find this helpful:
* Sight: Elaborate sets with great attention to detail. Lighting and special effects were frequently used to surprise me even though I was expecting it.
*Sound: Superb! The sound experience allowed me to become totally immersed in many of the rooms….especially immediately upon entering this haunt!
* Smell: Believe it or not I think there were sets that intentionally smelled a little musty (like BO or perfume) to compliment the scene. Interesting thought...if Barn yard Bob is chasing you around with an ax why shouldn't he smell like one?
* Touch: Nothing special on this front...although there are haunts that venture into this realm.
In summary, elaborately dressed ghouls interact with you to heighten your anticipation while you wait to enter. The waiting line is all outdoors...so dressing for the weather may be a good idea if you're attending during peak haunting hours.
At the risk of giving away one of the best effects found at this haunt I will offer only two words…”Laser Vortex”. Check it out!
Challenging to pick just one “moment”…noteworthy is the opening passage way experience that really gets this haunt rocking.
Without a doubt though, what has left me a bit unhinged since the Mars experience was the totally twisted and disturbingly funny interaction with “Princess” (a.k.a. “bubbles” from 2009) For my first tour of Mars “Princess” was looking for someone to play Radio Repair Man…coming back through this room a second time in the same evening has definitely left me a bit warped.
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by spookshow babe (Newbie Review Crew Member) after attending on Saturday, October 2, 2010 at about 5 p.m.
Submitted: Monday, October 4, 2010
This will be my 8th year visiting the ghouls and goblins at The Mars Haunted House and what I can tell you is that every year I have been impressed with the set designs and the actors performances!
The atmosphere starts before you even enter the haunt, the actors in line are ready to tease and taunt you to get you ready for the scares inside. The haunt does a very good job at making you feel afraid once you make your way into the first room and they tell you the history of the building REALLY being haunted as floor boards rattle violently beneath your feet.
As you make your way through the creepy hallways you can hear monsters lurking in the dark and getting ready to scare you. The great thing about Mars Haunted House is they build up your anticipation before the scare happens, and most of the time it will come when you least expect it! I love that the actors will follow you into the dark hallways slamming on the walls and yelling at you to make sure you are afraid, this is always that "little something extra" that impresses me in haunted houses.
There are very well designed rooms throughout the haunt that make you feel like you are in another world and keep you distracted from the scare up ahead. The make up effects and masks are top notch, even when they get in your face, which they are not afraid to do, and you see all the blood and decay! One of the best things in this haunt is halfway through they add a bit of humor to lighten the mood a bit, it is a great way to calm you down just before the last few scares! I recommend this haunted house to anyone who enjoys a great creepy atmosphere and good actors that are ready to stop at nothing to scare even the bravest of souls!
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