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The Texas Chainsaw Massacre

  • 2003
  • R
  • 1h 38m
IMDb RATING
6.2/10
157K
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The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003)
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Psychological HorrorSlasher HorrorHorror

After picking up a traumatized young hitchhiker, five friends find themselves stalked and hunted by a deformed chainsaw-wielding loon and his family of equally psychopathic killers.After picking up a traumatized young hitchhiker, five friends find themselves stalked and hunted by a deformed chainsaw-wielding loon and his family of equally psychopathic killers.After picking up a traumatized young hitchhiker, five friends find themselves stalked and hunted by a deformed chainsaw-wielding loon and his family of equally psychopathic killers.

  • Director
    • Marcus Nispel
  • Writers
    • Kim Henkel
    • Tobe Hooper
    • Scott Kosar
  • Stars
    • Jessica Biel
    • Jonathan Tucker
    • Andrew Bryniarski
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.2/10
    157K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    2,989
    251
    • Director
      • Marcus Nispel
    • Writers
      • Kim Henkel
      • Tobe Hooper
      • Scott Kosar
    • Stars
      • Jessica Biel
      • Jonathan Tucker
      • Andrew Bryniarski
    • 843User reviews
    • 183Critic reviews
    • 38Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 4 wins & 17 nominations total

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    Jessica Biel
    Jessica Biel
    • Erin
    Jonathan Tucker
    Jonathan Tucker
    • Morgan
    Andrew Bryniarski
    Andrew Bryniarski
    • Thomas Hewitt (Leatherface)
    Erica Leerhsen
    Erica Leerhsen
    • Pepper
    Mike Vogel
    Mike Vogel
    • Andy
    Eric Balfour
    Eric Balfour
    • Kemper
    R. Lee Ermey
    R. Lee Ermey
    • Sheriff Hoyt
    David Dorfman
    David Dorfman
    • Jedidiah
    Lauren German
    Lauren German
    • Teenage Girl
    Terrence Evans
    • Old Monty
    Marietta Marich
    • Luda May
    Heather Kafka
    Heather Kafka
    • Henrietta
    Kathy Lamkin
    Kathy Lamkin
    • Tea Lady in Trailer
    Brad Leland
    Brad Leland
    • Big Rig Bob
    Mamie Meek
    Mamie Meek
    • Clerk
    John Larroquette
    John Larroquette
    • Narrator
    • (voice)
    Scott Martin Gershin
    Scott Martin Gershin
    • Leatherface
    • (voice)
    • (uncredited)
    Harry Jay Knowles
    Harry Jay Knowles
    • Victim On a Silver Platter
    • (uncredited)
    • Director
      • Marcus Nispel
    • Writers
      • Kim Henkel
      • Tobe Hooper
      • Scott Kosar
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    10ontheis

    They don't make them like this anymore

    For a slasher horror movie, it has everything - group of friends, iconic killer, interesting kills, creepy atmosphere and jump scares. Plus, there is a great cinematography, acting is good, and it doesn't look cheap. I think it's very underrated, people are expecting Oscar worthy movie for a slasher. It isn't and it isn't trying to be. Along with Wrong turn, Jeepers Creepers, it's a classic slasher horror movie of the early 2000s. I remember watching these and many other horrors in the early 2000s with friends, renting dvd movies all summer and watching together... it was so much fun. Unlike movies today (neither better nor worse), that recognizable vibe of the movies 15-20 years ago is lost, but not forgotten.
    6ShaanChaudhry

    The epitome of excitement...

    It is very safe to say that the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre(1974) was a cultural phenomenon for horror movies and helped change the shape of the entire genre. The movie provided all the essential elements that are vital in horror movies because when it comes down to it, these elements come from what the people want to see. We want to see the twisted things in our imaginations and nightmares come to life and what I love about TCM is it is something that could really happen to you. Sure the movie is a little cheesy now and I think Franklin was hilarious, but its the direction that counts. To me Leatherface is the greatest killer of all time, I like him better than Freddy. I love him because he is very stripped down, he's not supernatural and reacts to pain like any normal human would. He has all the essentials such as a very creepy image and psychotic behavior. Nobody can hold a candle to Leatherface.

    Ok enough of that, let me get on to the review of the REAL Texas Chainsaw Massacre. I will not say anything about the story because I want everyone to see it for themselves while knowing very little about the story. It takes a lot for a movie to impress me when the anticipation level is hitting the sky because I expect so much and usually always get disappointed, this happened with Terminator 3. With the "new" TCM, it stays true to the roots that made the first one a hit, but this one BLEW me away.

    Lets start with the cast. Everyone was amazing and fit in perfectly. I had doubts about Jessica Biels at first but now I see her in a brand new light. I could see no ounce of weakness in any of the characters. The moods expressed throughout the movie were flawless and very convincing. The acting plays a huge role because the better the acting, the more real the feel is, thats when you step into the shoes of the people in the movie and live it out with them. This is what makes and breaks movies and I'm proud to say the cast delivered.

    The story line has been totally changed. This story is 100 times better than the original, I was very impressed. There are far more twists and turns and because the storyline has such a high thrill value, it keeps you glued to your seat. Our theater was packed and only 2 people that I know of left for bathroom breaks. I have never seen this happen before with a movie. Anyway, the storyline could not have gotten any better. One reviewer said some of the stuff in the movie was predictable, that is total BS, this movie has so many turns that you have no idea whats going to happen next.

    Now onto the star of the movie, LEATHERFACE. I thought nobody could top Gunnar Hansen from the first TCM but Leatherface in the new one is the best one I have ever seen. He is bigger, scarier, meaner, and crazier than ever. He is the main focus as far as enemies go and I think its great, this pretty much paid tribute to him and it shows everyone that he is the guy to be reckoned with. The moment he did the first kill I knew this movie was ON and had a feeling it would top any slasher movie ever made.

    In closing let me say that when this movie ended, A LOT of people started clapping and cheering. I saw no disappointed faces leaving that theater and this was the first movie ever in which my high anticipation was exceeded, let alone met. I don't care what ANYONE says, the original, while still a classic and will always be in our hearts, can't even come close to this one. Storyline, imagery, jump scenes, kills, twists etc.., this movie has it ALL and leaves a lasting impression strong enough to make you want to go pay $7.50 all over again and again and again until you get sick of it. Michael Bay, a lot of people doubted you when you signed on to this but I always defended you and let me say, I know you have shut all those people up. Job well done!
    7cwestfa1

    was expecting worse

    Not bad for a re-make of course it didn't have quite the impact of the original. It did a decent job building tension and there was a darker atmosphere to the location, made it seem more nightmarish.

    Obviously the film had some advantages from a bigger budget, and R. Lee Ermey is definitely worth watching. As for the family, you had an almost twisted take on 'the dirty south', or in this case southwest, people being more bizarre caricatures, but with the darker and more atmospheric setting it works.

    Interstingly, it seems to lack the social commentary of the original, but that is very common with remakes these days. Though there is extensive use of rather effective foreshadowing in numerous scenes.
    8Shabadoo-2

    Way Better than I Expected

    The original is a classic, I guess that's why there's a copy of it at the Museum of Modern Art in NYC.

    Taken as a remake, this is a good film. The story was different enough to keep me guessing, the characters were, uhhh, fleshed out a little more. While the original at times seemed like a documentary, this one was a straight-up horror movie, though without too many of the cliches that make modern horror movies tedious.

    On it's own, this was a very good horror movie. Well-filmed, well-acted, suspensful, with good characters. The kids in this movie are not all just obnoxious kids--they get into trouble because of a good deed, so I found myself rooting for them, even the annoying one or two. The casting of Lee Ermey as the sheriff is icing on the cake; he definitely brought the movie up a few notches.

    While not a classic, this remake is worth seeing.
    9timaenot

    If you want a gruesome film, here you go

    I am a hardened spectator; that means, I have only seen a couple films in my whole life which I considered scary. I like horror films but usually get disappointed with them, as 99% of them do not frighten me in any way. This one did. It is an extremely consistent and successful effort to create a sense of horror which is, in the end, the ultimate means of the genre. It is not even about the plot; it is about the director's possibility to create an atmosphere of hopelessness which penetrates the film from the beginning on. The tension is built in a masterful manner, cinematic means like light, soundtrack and camera shots highlight the events in the most fitting way, the pace is just right, all elements contribute to a consistently thrilling and gruesome outcome. This film seems very modern in its effects and camera style but somehow retro in its imagery which is a successful tribute to the original version of "Texas Chainsaw Massacre". A seldom example of a good remake.

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    • Trivia
      A then-unknown John Larroquette provided the narration in the original The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974). Despite becoming a distinguished actor in the years since, he happily agreed to reprise his role for the remake.
    • Goofs
      The young group is listening to "Sweet Home Alabama" by Lynyrd Skynyrd in the van at the beginning of the film. The film takes place between 18 and 20 August 1973. The song was not released until 1974, featured on the band's album, "Second Helping".
    • Quotes

      Sheriff Hoyt: I smell bullshit.

    • Alternate versions
      Originally was slapped with an 'NC-17' rating by the MPAA, cuts were made for an 'R'.
      • Hitchhiker's gunshot suicide reduced blood and brain guts, and a severed ear landing on Pepper's lap.
      • Morgan's death reduced a wide shot of chainsaw cutting him from below, blood splattering on the floor and his insides falling between his legs.
    • Connections
      Featured in Motograter: Suffocate (2003)
    • Soundtracks
      Sweet Home Alabama
      Written by Edward King (as Edward C. King), Ronnie Van Zant and Gary Rossington

      Performed by Lynyrd Skynyrd

      Courtesy of MCA Records

      Under license from Universal Music Enterprises

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    • Release date
      • October 17, 2003 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • La masacre de Texas
    • Filming locations
      • Taylor Meat Company, Taylor, Texas, USA(Blair Meat Company)
    • Production companies
      • New Line Cinema
      • Focus Features
      • Radar Pictures
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    • Budget
      • $9,500,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $80,571,655
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $29,100,000
      • Oct 19, 2003
    • Gross worldwide
      • $107,364,583
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 38 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
      • Black and White
    • Sound mix
      • DTS
      • Dolby Digital
      • SDDS
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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