Review of House of Wax

House of Wax (2005)
4/10
Incredible death scenes but that's about it
26 April 2005
I haven't seen violence in a movie that actually had me cringing in disgust in quite some time. Each of the murders and the MO of the killer is truly disturbing. This is compounded by the casual nature in which these acts are committed.

While all of this is very interesting, the film as a whole falls short. All of the characters are completely one-dimensional and even dumber than your average slasher victims. The entire plot follows the slasher formula to the letter. Ever since Halloween every slasher has been the same movie rehashed ad infinitum. I very well could have enjoyed this one has it shown some originality.

And finally, be sure to enjoy the recurring Paris Hilton sex tape gags.
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