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Interesting Facts About the Film 'THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE' That You Must Know

Interesting Facts About the Film 'THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE' That You Must Know

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Interesting Facts About the Film 'THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE' That You Must Know

Written by Muhammad Rayhankhan

One of the most terrifying horror icons, THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE, is reported to return to the big screen this October in celebration of its 50th anniversary. Since its debut in 1974, this film has left a traumatic mark on its viewers with the story of a group of teenagers trapped in the brutality of a cannibal family, including the character Leatherface (played by the late Gunnar Hansen), who has become a symbol in the horror world.

According to Horrors Society, THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE will return to theaters thanks to Dark Sky Films, with a 4K restoration supervised by director Tobe Hooper before he passed away in 2017. In conjunction with this re-release, a new synopsis describing the history of this iconic film has also been released, accompanied by a fresh trailer created by Mark Woollen—the same person behind trailers for famous films such as REBEL RIDGE, THE SUBSTANCE, andPOOR THINGS.

This opportunity is a highly anticipated moment for horror fans, especially for those who have never experienced the tension of this film on the big screen. 

Before this film returns to theaters, let’s check out some interesting facts about THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE that you must know.

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Synopsis THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE tells the story of a group of teenagers, including Sally Hardesty (played by Marilyn Burns) and her brother Franklin (Paul A. Partain), who are traveling through the Texas countryside. When they stop at an old house, they accidentally encounter a cruel and sadistic cannibal family. One of the family members is Leatherface, a man wearing a mask made of human skin who uses a chainsaw as his primary weapon. One by one, they become victims of this family's brutality, trapped in unimaginable terror. The film depicts their desperate struggle to survive against a bloodthirsty and merciless family of killers.

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The First Popular Slasher Film Released in October 1974, THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE by Tobe Hooper is one of the first slasher films to gain popular recognition, and it started a trend of slasher films that would define horror movies in the 80s.

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Based on a True Story? According to information from screenrant.com, this film was marketed as a work based on a "true story," but it is more accurate to say that the film is inspired by the real crimes of Ed Gein, a murderer and "grave robber" from Wisconsin. Gein is infamous for digging up corpses from graves and collecting human bones and skin as trophies.

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Iconic Character Leatherface  Leatherface is the first villain in horror films to use a chainsaw as a weapon. This innovation then became common in the horror genre, enriching the way villains act and increasing tension among viewers.

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Realistic Documentary Style Hooper deliberately chose a cinematographic style that makes this film feel like a documentary to enhance the sense of realism and fear. The use of handheld cameras, natural lighting, and dirty, grimy sets creates a chilling atmosphere.

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This film is widely regarded as a pioneer of the slasher genre. Many elements introduced in this film, such as the unexpected villain and the use of graphic violence, have been adopted by other horror films. THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE paved the way for films like HALLOWEEN and FRIDAY THE 13TH.

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Controversial Production The production process of this film was full of controversy. With a very limited budget of around 140,000 US dollars, the film faced many challenges during its making, including difficulties in obtaining permits and facing sharp criticism from the public.

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After its release, the film received mixed reactions and was even banned in several countries, including the UK, Sweden, and West Germany, for being considered too horrific. Nevertheless, audience enthusiasm remained high; the film achieved great commercial success, selling 16.5 million tickets and grossing 30 million US dollars at the box office.

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