The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning Movie
Storyline
TAGLINES
Witness The Birth Of Fear
Every Legend Has a Beginning.
The Only Thing More Shocking than How it Ended, Is How it All Began.
Prequal to the 2003 version of 'Texas Chainsaw Massacre' is set in 1969, the height of the Vietnam War. Two young men are spending a last weekend with their girlfriends before being shipped overseas to the war. At the same time in a small Texas town, the only major business (a meat-packing plant and slaughterhouse) goes out of business forcing the town's inhabitants to move on to greener pastures. One of the men who works in the plant is Thomas Hewitt, a deformed, demented psychopath (who will become known as Leatherface). When Hewitt finds out what is happening, he savagely murders the foreman of the plant. Meanwhile, the two young men and their girlfriends are headed down a lonely highway towards the town when they are involved in an car accident that cripples their vehicle. Soon they encounter the local sheriff, who is not really the sheriff, but the homicidal Charlie Hewitt, the uncle of Leatherface who has murdered the sheriff and taken his job and police car knowing that with the town deserted, no one will notice. Uncle Charlie/Sheriff Hoyt kidnaps three of the teens and takes them to his home where he, Leatherface Hewitt, the senile Uncle Monty, and Charlie's sister, Luda Mae, reside. Charlie wants the developing monster 'Leatherface' to "refine" his murderous abilities. The one girl, Chrissie, who escaped unnoticed attempts to rescue them with the help of a biker whose girlfriend was killed by 'Sheriff Hoyt'. What follows is a night of sheer terror at the hands of a family of cannibalistic, inbred psychopaths...
| Jordana Brewster | Chrissie |
| Taylor Handley | Dean |
| Diora Baird | Bailey |
| Matthew Bomer | Eric |
| Lee Tergesen | Holden |
| R. Lee Ermey | Charlie Hewitt, Jr./Sheriff Hoyt |
| Andrew Bryniarski | Thomas Hewitt/Leatherface |
| Terrence Evans | Uncle Monty |
| Kathy Lamkin | Tea Lady |
| Marietta Marich | Luda Mae Hewitt |
| Cyia Batten | Alex |
| Lew Temple | Sheriff Winston Hoyt |
| Tim De Zarn | Ed |
| John Larroquette | Narrator |
| Marcus H. Nelson | Lackey |
| Jonathan Liebesman |
5.70 out of 10 (7179 votes)
Visitor Reviews
This movie is incredible
posted on 27 Aug 2009I would like all of you people to quit the bullshit and realize some facts about this film!This movie is pure art at its best! Just look at the fabulous cinematography...the camera is perfect, they even had a sweet filter to make everything look so sharp and realistic,second the gore is all hand made and it can never be surpassed by computer technology...the atmosphere is excellent because it kind of differs from the 2003. part ... this one has a lot of light colors,yellow and some green and the one from 2003. has darker colors more dramatic...but these bright colors suit the atmosphere in this movie as well as those other colors suit the one from 2003. ... the acting is very solid,you can't deny the great performance by R.Lee Ermey,Eric Bommer and Jordana Brewster you can see the pain in Jordana's eyes when she sees the blood dripping from that cellar table...also,The other two blonds did a good enough job with acting...the characterization is not that great i must admit,but still good enough to make the characters realistic and enticing...all around this movie is a masterpiece of the genre no doubt!the best thing in the movie is definitely the effort they put in to making it,incredible camera,and for me,as an artist mind blasting frames of perfecting horror ( some sharp zooms,short blurs,dense light ) note the frame when Leatherface picks up the chainsaw when Hoyt calls for him to help him with the biker...that is what i am talking about,or the frame after Eric's death,the shivering one...incredible so,all you MTV movie loving negative bastards can shove those 3rd rated movies u like so much up your ass!
Uncomfortable to watch
posted on 25 Aug 2009This movie can be taken in a couple of ways. It succeeded in "horror" i suppose. It was disturbing, and extremely uncomfortable for me to watch. however, the "disturbing" was not so much psychologically disturbing (which i consider harder to master), but merely visually and... "artistically" disturbing.The plot itself was not very developed (though I know it was based on an original) - it seemed as though there was nothing happening; the sort of feeling you get when you're sitting still, waiting in boredom for something (almost dreading it) but not knowing what it was. I would use the word "draining" or "suffocating".The ideas the movie discussed were not developed strongly - i back this up with the fact that it was extremely difficult for the audience to "feel" the characters. in other words, the characters were not real enough - too shallow, thus alienating us.I never watched to the end though; a friend I went with walked out about half way so I left with her. no regrets, the movie was simply tiring to watch.but if the purpose of the movie was to make the viewers uncomfortable, then I suppose I'll have to at least give it that.If you're looking for something deep or truly mind-twisting, i wouldn't recommend this.
Unrated Cut Review
posted on 23 Aug 2009In 1939, Thomas Hewitt is born under unspeakable circumstances in a meat-packing plant in a town in south Texas. His mother dies right after birth, and the plant owner sticks his body in the dumpster out back. From there, Thomas is taken in by the sick and demented Hewitt family and soon the seeds of a deranged murderer are planted.Years later, two brothers and their girlfriends are driving across country to be shipped out to Vietnam, and they stumble across the house of horrors, Leatherface (the young orphan) reveals his ravenous appetite for chainsaws and torture as the teens fight to survive.The first film (the original remake) was actually a really good horror movie. This one, is more or less the same movie, recycling all the ideas of the first film. Some people might hate it but I didn't. I don't mind if a sequel has the same recycling ideas. I just want to see if they are good films.I liked the whole style of the first film. I mean, I love those kins of horror movies that are good and gives us some scares. I really do not mind another sequel because I'm obsessed with these films. It's like a guilty pleasure but this film is kind of degrading.The ending is degrading is what I mean. It wasn't good, in my opinion. They could've gone with the ending from the first film but it might've been obvious to some the ending is predictable. For one thing, I didn't find this film predictable. It was great and the thrills and suspense kept on coming.The score works its way to keep the suspense up. There's no doubt that this film is more bloody and disgusting than the first. It's mean spirited but, it didn't bother me. There are some really disgusting scenes in here.There's also character development coming on around here. I felt sympathy for the main characters and even sometimes for the villains. Jordana Brewster's performance was good and the other three were also decent.If you don't mind this being almost like the first film and you just want a fun and bloody time, watch it. Horror fans would be satisfied by the gore and violence. It's just the ending that makes my rating a little lower than I intended it to be.
A little gem...,
posted on 21 Aug 2009Director Jonathan Liebesman quickly established himself among art house cinema circles worldwide as a new voice in splatter film with this unconventional set of tales about modern murder in Texas.Before then, he and other Hollywood directors had stuck mostly with 'slasher' flicks, using the formulas popularized by jamie Lee Curtis with young audiences worldwide. 'Halloween' took a new direction, winning few awards but gaining attention at film festivals in Europe and the USA.The first of the two tales portrays Leatherface and his thwarted infatuation with a mysterious femme fatale. It mostly rambles inconclusively but introduces us to exuberant Texas landscape as the setting for the satisfying freakshow.Another serial killer orders the same meal every day in his lunch break at a little coffee shop, 'Texas Express.' His quiet, somber manner attracts the attention of the pretty, energetic, but lonely teenager. Then an another teen comes to the homestead and gives her an warning for him. She peeks inside to see a farewell note and returned keys to his apartment.The teens proceeds on an outrageously grueling quest to not become part of his life. She reseals the envelope and returns only the note to him. After learning his address, she goes to his apartment when she knows he's at work and proceeds to use the keys to come in and make herself at home….cleaning and re-arranging….when he's not around. He's so depressed from his bad day that he takes little notice of the changes in his place.Then, one day, he unexpectedly comes back home and opens the door. They are equally startled to face each other, chainsaws in hand.'What are you doing here?', she demands.'What do you mean……I live here!!', says he, firing up his chainsaw.'Now you shout and scare me so much I can't move my leg,' she complains. 'Help me to the couch….oh, oh, it hurts!!…….' This zany exchange introduces us to a delightful grand ginggol story. Diora Baird as the young Baily has a special charm, bringing Audrey Hepburn to mind. Baily is feisty, mischievous, moody......and completely irresistible. The policeman ('Sheriff Winston Hoyt') is her perfect counterpart, steadfast and honorable but badly needing someone like her for energy and affection.After many twists and some setbacks, they find each other. At the end, we have high hopes for their happiness, even in the crowded, lonely state of Texas with all its insecurities and uncertainties.
Pretty good gory horror flick
posted on 17 Aug 2009Rated R for strong horror violence/gore, language and some sexual content I have not seen the original 1974 Texas Chainsaw Massacre or any of its sequels.However I did see the remake which I don't remember because I saw it a long time ago.I saw this about a week ago on the movie network.Will you like this movie? Im not comparing it to any of the originals and grading it as a standalone film.If you are like me and usually look for gore in a horror film rather than plot or acting, then you will like this film.Not that it has a bad storyline or bad acting.The acting is fairly good especially from R.Lee Emery.The film is a prequel to the Texas chainsaw massacre and it takes place in the late 1960's.Four friends are driving around the desert.Two of them have to go serve in Vietnam and one of them already has.The other does not want to.They get harassed by some bikers and their car crashes.A sheriff comes to rescue them but instead he brutalizes them,takes them into his home, tortures and kills them.Will they escape or will they die? Plenty of horror films have the same plot but that does not stop the Texas chainsaw massacre the beginning from being a fun gory horror film.
Good, I liked it!!!!
posted on 15 Aug 2009I really enjoyed watching this Film and thought that it created a welcome return to the atmosphere that the original film created.The cast as a whole preformed very well and i think that the direction and cinematography were up to scratch.The level of on-screen violence and gore was of a good level and this helped to carry the film( i especially liked the sledgehammer scene in the slaughterhouse).The ending spoiled the film for me and that is the reason it only gets an 8 outa 10.Overall a good film!!!!
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning (2006)
posted on 13 Aug 2009The prequel "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning" takes us back to the origin of how Leatherface got to be the brutal killing machine he is.Ever since I saw the trailer for this movie I was pretty stoked. This movie basically could've been a sequel but the small bit at the beginning that told us the legend was pretty neat, I think it set the mood from there. I have to say I was impressed with the Character development in this movie, especially since its a horror movie. Going into a movie with the words Chainsaw and Massacre in the title you have to expect a high level of gore and if thats what your all about you'll get that maybe even more than you want. The movie seemed to get rather repetitive after awhile it just began to be slaughter after slaughter but I don't think they used enough emotion because I didn't feel that much towards the characters. Also, I think the movie could've done with a little more chase scenes, since thats what I think these TCM movies do best is the chase scenes. And going back to the gore I can always take gore but I think this movie did go a bit over the top to the point where I was kind of like okay it's getting a little unnecessary. Most of the scares in the movie were really effective and pretty original and they used enough to satisfy without putting in too much and becomes annoying like The Grudge Movie's. But, This is one to see in theaters especially with a large group of friends, you'll have a good time.Overall, I'd suggest seeing it if you a big horror fan, it's nothing too original but with a group of friends it can be lots of fun. But it's not one I'd buy because I can't see myself watching something that gory by myself without questioning my sanity.
I like this face better
posted on 13 Aug 2009This movie started off like any other horror flick. Especially a Texas chainsaw massacre flick but this movie answers so many questions from the first one and really makes it look like this movie should come first. The blood effects are amazing and the storyline was fresh and overall the movie was amazing! It took a little getting used to because although it was a lot like the first one it was very different. I won't spoil it for ya but this one makes the first one look like a Teletubbies Christmas Special! If you love gore, suspense, terror, and the symbol of all that is just plain wrong then The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning is just your slasher!
The most gruesome movie I've ever seen
posted on 07 Aug 2009Last night I attended an advanced screening of The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning. This is the goriest movie I have ever seen. Even though I love the remake, this one blows that one out of the water. Leatherface is a lot scarier in this one. The was more about the family then the kids, which is why I loved it. People may think it looks exactly like the remake, but it is not. It explains a lot of things, such as how Hoyt became sheriff and how he lost his front teeth. It also shows how Leatherface became a serial killer and how he started taking peoples faces. Whoever likes the remake will definitely love this one.
Half ass review for a half ass prequel
posted on 07 Aug 2009Some things might be better left a mystery. I would completely disagree as a rule ... until I saw the prequel of Texas Chainsaw Massacre. I was more excited then a hooker on Friday when I heard about it's upcoming release. I clapped like a little girl when I put in the DVD. My enormous smile began to fade when the opening credits rolled. To avoid spoilers I'll just say summing up Leatherface's boyhood in a open credit's montage was a tad of a ripoff. Since I didn't want to ruin the surprise and I hate spoilers, I read nothing about this film before I watched it. I imagined it would contain the story of Leatherface from seed to monster in glorious detail. Sadly mistaken, the movie focused on the sheriff played by Ermey. I'm not complaining; I can't sing high enough praise for Ermey since I saw him in the remake and always enjoyed his acting. Although stuck in a one type role, Ermey was brilliant in films like "Full Metal Jacket". The story begins with typical foursome horny teens on the road and destined for gory demise. Leatherface was incredibly huge compared to his former selves in all versions, which I was amused by since he looked vaguely threatening instead of overweight and burnt out. Anyone who knows psychology in a basic fashion will realize within two seconds the story doesn't exactly hold much water. Lovers of a good story will complain that there are plot holes, missing explanations, weak versions, and half - ass attempts at shock value. I have many specific details I'd like to cover but I can't because I can't and don't want to "ruin" the fun. Final impressions were ... Leatherface is a pu&sy and brawn gimp, the sheriff was funny and entertaining, the story was a goulash of every other version including the most horrible of ones (yes, Mathew and Renee, I mean you), details were sketchy and rough in some place (namely what ever happened to Leather's mom), and sometimes silent chainsaws are hard to fathom. I heard a lot about the great gore of this film. Even though I thought the gore wasn't impressive I guess it wasn't completely disappointing. I was angry that with all the given resources that the story couldn't be more satisfying and well written. I know that Grandpa was oddly missing and that the characters were so stupid they deserved to die. There were some classic moments. The fat lady from the remake in the kitchen (a little humor) and the way in which a biker chick dies. Some other little moments were comical but overall I was let down. I still recommend watching to any person, not just fan. It's not an exact waste. I'm already bored of talking about this ...
And they kept telling us the deaths of small studios was no cause for concern...
posted on 05 Aug 2009If there is one thing that The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning, to quote the full title, tells me, it is this. Ideas are dead in American film-making. Especially in American horror film-making, a genre that tried every ridiculous and bizarre idea it could muster when I was growing up during the 1980s. Sure, there were copycats and also-rans, but as the major studios become more and more obsessed with remaking old glories, it is hard not to mourn the deaths of smaller operators such as Cannon or Orion. Those who wish to defend this abortion of a horror film by telling me I am talking out of my butt would be advised to check out such classics as The Hidden or Remote Control. I shant kid you that these B-flicks were the cinematic equivalent of beluga caviar, but compared to the mass-produced, McDonald's flavour of The Beginning, they may as well have been. What makes The Beginning even more bland is that in contrast to Kim Henkel's admittedly atrocious sequels, there is nothing to distinguish The Beginning from the remake or any of the originals.Virtually everything that happens in the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre happens the same way in this prequel to the remake. For those who have yet to see the original, this runs along the lines of youths from out of town coming to a remote Texas outpost, having unsettling conversations with the locals, encountering a family of somewhat unhinged individuals, and having a rather torturous time that ends in abortive escape. About the only area where this prequel differs is the sheer volume of unbelievable plot conveniences we are asked to accept along the way. Being a child of the 1980s, you do not need to tell me that communications in 1969 were not as instantaneous as is the case now. However, even in tiny hamlets of 1969, police departments and related services kept track of their membership. I do not know if one could abandon newborns in 1939 without the authorities taking notice, but the number of people killed on open roads without consequence makes this unimportant, anyway.Also letting down the side is the flat characterisation of the protagonists. Granted, the original was never a deep character study, but it established the heroine as a genuine innocent through the use of some broad character strokes. Of the foursome we see in this prequel, we know that one brother has been to Vietnam, and the other has no desire to go. We see very little of the four interacting in any meaningful way, and the few ancillary characters we see are cardboard cut-outs. R. Lee Ermey works his usual unhinged soldier routine here, but the flatness of those around him leaves the schtick ineffectual. Speaking of ineffectual, a number of scenes attempt to show us how Leatherface, the focus of the original, developed the quirks shown there. The creation of the skin mask should have been a revelation or a horrifying moment, but instead comes off as flat as a tack. This is due in no small part to the fact that as with protagonists, absolutely no time is spent exploring the mind of the character.That last point cannot be stressed enough. With the resurgence of propaganda to the effect of "different = evil", a clever look at how Leatherface is simply reflecting the manner in which others have treated him would have been just what the doctor ordered. Instead, as in the case of the remake, attempts by the writer to develop a reason for Leatherface to do these terrible things come off as underwhelming or laughable. The original, by contrast, offers no explanation whatsoever for the antagonists. No attempt to justify them, explain them, or even sell them is offered. Instead, we are given an almost first-person view following a survivor. It is pretty obvious in this prequel that the people responsible still have not learned from the endless parade of poor sequels from the past two decades. Certain characters get less interesting the more one attempts to explain them, and Leatherface is a shining example thereof. With just sixteen words, R. Lee Ermey turns Leatherface from a terrifying monster to a spoiled overgrown brat.When Gunnar Hansen played Leatherface, he used a goofy body language to create a character that was so inhuman and yet so clearly like us that horror buffs still remember him over thirty years later. Andrew Bryniarski's performance, much like the rest of the film, contains no subtleties or character. It is almost as if Bryniarski could not care less about the role he is playing, or what the audience thinks. With so many flat performances all around, the result is, as one would expect, a complete lack of atmosphere. Half the things the characters do make no sense, as a scene in which Bryniarski amputates Terrence Evans' legs attests. When one remembers that the original created an atmosphere of sheer terror through the power of suggestion, keenly aware that what the mind's eye created was always more terrible than what the camera's eye captured, it simply reinforces the feel that this prequel, like the remake, was written by idiot children. And idiot children trying to ape what was made by a group of educated adults rarely delivers the best results.For these reasons, I gave The Beginning a one out of ten. This is a clear example of an idea barely sufficient to sustain a single film stretched beyond its welcome. Avoid.
TCM: The Beginning Rocks
posted on 30 Jul 2009I loved this movie, to me these kinds of movies are what defines the horror category! I was a little apprehensive on weather or not i should see this movie, the 2003 TCM remake is my favorite movie of all time but i was afraid that this one might not be as good. The more and more i thought about it, i finally decided to go and i am so glad i choose to see this movie, it rocks!I would advise that if you appreciate a good horror movie that you see this one. No matte what you hear on the internet i think that its a amazing movie it keeps you on your seat the whole time! I personally (no offense if yo liked the 1974 version) didn't care one bit for the 1974 one i though it was lame a ever, but if you saw and liked the 2003 remake then there's a good chance you will like this one.
Awesome!
posted on 30 Jul 2009I expected this movie to kinda suck due to the crap that has been coming out the last few years but I was completely blown away! If you're a gore freak like me then this is the one you've been waiting for. I couldn't take my eyes off the screen. I was actually shocked at the gruesomeness in some scenes. The people in my theatre we literally sitting on the edge of their seats! From beginning to end the story flowed very well. There were no choppy story lines that all horror movies these days seem to have. The acting was solid--all tears looked real, all pain and fear seemed genuine. 5 times better than the '03 version in a sense of more gore. Definitely worth 8 bucks!
I really really liked this film
posted on 30 Jul 2009Okay, so I have Texas Chainsaw Massacre on DVD, the one thats supposed to be AFTER this movie...and in comparison, they are both about equal...BRILLIANT! The gore is extreme and can probably make some people feel really sick...I loved it! This film shows you how and why certain things are the way they are in the movie AFTER this one...and boy, did they make things piece together really well! Yeah this film sounds typical...group of 4 young adults are road tripping through a hill billy town in the south of America, until they hit a problem. Then they embark across the oddest, quietest and dirtiest town ever, only to find the most sickest family ever! I'm not going to write about the story because i'd be here all day telling you the ins and outs of everything...I will let you watch the film for yourself, and make a judgement for yourself....but please don't give this one a miss...and when you're done with it...watch the movie that was released afew years ago, and see how things match up!
Of humble beginnings, the blood still runs in this MASSACRE
posted on 24 Jul 2009What started as a low budget film in 1974 which quickly in the 80's and 90's transformed in a cult classic. Kudos to the guy that started it all Tobe Hooper (Arguably his best and most well known work) including his recent lackluster direct to video releases. Although this is about the 6th installment to the TCM series including director Marcus Nispel's remake in 2003. Who uses nice camera techniques to make this redundant and over killed story line still decent and worth the price of admission.A pretty straight forward story line - a group of stereotypical teenagers (dim-witted and bickering about junk) are traveling on a trip to drop off Dean (Taylor Handley) and Eric (Matthew Bomer) who are departing for Vietnam with their girlfriends Chrissie (Jordana Brewster) and Bailey (Diora Baird). Little do they know a family of hillbilly yokels consisting of foul mouth and a comical relief to the carnage (R.Lee Ermy) reprising his role as Sheriff Hoyt who drags the kids to the Hewitt house where a disfigured psychopath Leather face (Andrew Bryniarski) quietly waits for them. Throughout the course of the night the kids try to survive the bloodbath that ensues (obviously they do not, but you know that going in) Although this movie is typical and almost stupid to watch it does give you what you want to see - a gigantic nut wielding a chainsaw at teenagers through the woods. If you like to see people ripped to shreds and laughing at some very disturbing moments courtesy of Mr. Ermy then by all means see this movie, you will love it. On the other hand if you like a movie with a story and is something that isn't being re-re made then this obviously isn't for you. Screenwriter Sheldon Turner has a great sense for maniacal gore and a creepy sense of humor which only helps move the movie along quicker. He does a nice job connecting the 2003 version to this with the birth of the family and each and every detail you could think up. TCM is a nice treat right in time for Halloween - **½
Boobs and blood are not what a horror movie is supposed to be about
posted on 20 Jul 2009The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning * Review by Larry Stanley www.penguincomics.netI think I can make this pretty easy on everyone. If this is the 'scariest film you have ever seen' you need to stay at home and read a book. The original "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" from 1974 has become one of the most intensely discussed films of all time, with a legion of devoted fans on one side and on the other the opponents of spatter films and exploitation movies. The sequels it spawned were mostly lackluster attempts to cash in on the name by throwing buckets of blood all over the screen. That is not horror people. How many times does it need to be said that gore, blood and guts are not a horror film. This movie was a comedy disguised as a splatter flick with some of the most goofy situations and scenarios you could think of. In itself, that would not have been to bad. But the film tried hard to be a suspenseful, intense drama, despite the fact that it was neither suspenseful, intense or dramatic. If they had played it like a spoof, it might have been fun (for reference, see Andre the Butcher). Fortunately, the film only runs for about 80 minutes or so but even then it seems to go on forever. I kept thinking "It has to get better." Then I remembered Gigli and realized that no, it does not Have to get better. It could just go on and on and on. Like bad Mexican food on a hot night. Last Thursday's C.S.I. had a nifty chainsaw death scene that was much better done and demonstrated. Crap, the chainsaw scenes in any movie about lumberjacks are more suspenseful then this piece of drek. Sure, R. Lee Emery did a great job as the sheriff, with his over the top acting and leading the family in a descent into madness. But I thought the film was supposed to be about Leather face? It seems like less time was spent on him then on Emery. And I saw way more of Jordana Brewster's butt and boobs then I think was needed. In fact, a lot of the camera work focused on her boobs instead of her face. Guys and future film makers, nipples can't show terror. They can show excitement, but that is a discussion for another time. Look folks, don't waste your time or money. If you want gore and horror, with a little twist of humor, try "Dead Alive" (also known as Braindead), Bio-Zombie, City of the Living Dead or any other Asian horror or Italian Zombie film.
Witness the birth of fear - You'll love it!
posted on 16 Jul 2009It is really irritating me that people keep saying that this movie was crap but does nothing please you? Yes it wasn't the best movie ever made it too short and was slightly too gory but just appreciate it for what it is.I loved the background story on Leatherface but wanted to see more and the deaths were great so was the acting. So if are going to see this movie pay no attention to people posting that this movie is crap, go see for yourself. You might be surprised. The birth of Leatherface was very good and disturbing, the entire movie was creepy and Leatherface is a lot more scary in this one. Sheriff Hoyt is still a cursing rude man whose performance is still brilliant and most people seem to love the Tea Lady. If you are offended or grossed out by gore then do not see this but if you are a fan then this is your kind of movie.Like i said before the movie is very good if it's your thing and some fans of the original are still complaining that it puts a bad name to The Texas Chainsaw Massacre but just get a life because really no one cares I loved it and many other people did too. Stop keep wishing it would fail because, judging by it's opening weekend, IT HASN'T!Witness the birth of fear - You'll love it!
Gruesome ..... Fantastic Prequel
posted on 12 Jul 2009The Beginning.....By far one of the best horror movies I have ever seen.Last two years...Hostile made cringe at human torture.Hills have eyes, some maniac could have my child.Both saws, the manipulation is awesome.This movie, is RAW, unadulterated horror. I haven't seen something Like this since I can't remember. Truly gonna be a classic.R. Lee Ermey, you know him as the Drill Sargent in Full Metal Jacket, Or the dead Sargent in Frightners, etc. He gets to unload, and as Much as you guys love Pacino, which I do too, in Devils Advocate Pacino Got to just ham it up from hell, a role he was destined for. R. Lee Ermey lets loose in what he has been dying to do, be an out of control insane psychopath.They taunt you, without giving anything up, you will be taking up and down a roller-coaster, truly an experience.Leatherface, well, he is a supporting actor, the movie, IMO, was all About army and how he fostered what leather face becomes. Horror guys, you'll love it.
Garbage
posted on 12 Jul 2009Wow, what garbage this was. Like another reviewer wrote, it's amazing that an 80 minute movie could be sooooooo boring, but it's true.Anyone who considers this "gruesome" or "shocking" hasn't seen many horror movies. The 70's style filming fails on pretty much every level. All the lead characters are annoying and you wish for their death immediately. The modern flashy camera work just adds to the mess (imagine The Devil's Rejects or The Hills Have Eyes remake, but even worse) and it's just an hour and a half of your life better spent pushing old ladies down stairs.Don't bother with this unless you're really desperate for something to watch. This is as bad as TCM 3 and 4.. Only this one looks like they were really TRYING to make a good movie.
Great beginning, not for the faint at heart...
posted on 27 Aug 2009I've always been of fan of these types of movies, as bad as it sounds. However, I've also been a fan of the 'good stuff' (story, characters development, etc). And in this case, TCM: TB delivers on both counts.You don't need any previous knowledge of the films to understand this one -- actually, it's be better if you see this one first ('03 remake later). The story of the killer is clearly explained throughout the course of the movie.The characters are above average for the movie. You somewhat sympathizer for them except for maybe the blond one (I totally didn't remember her name). Also, oddly enough you begin to sympathizer for the actual killer, Leatherface.Now to the good stuff. TB totally ups the ante with gore. I'm not going to even try to list it all here, however, believe me that you'll be satisfied.There's also a tonne of suspense. Like, we are all accustomed to the 'OMG he's going to pop up right there!!!' scenario but if you just play into it, you'll be entertained.The movie itself has a very distinct picture. Some scenes are a bit too dark to understand at full speed what's going on but it's rare. The rest is eye candy, as disturbing as this 'eye candy' is.The only thing I didn't like was the ending. It was a bit cheap, clever, but cheap. However, it *is* supposed to be more of an introduction of the character so it does it's job and even more.I actually found myself tired after watching the movie, it is a workout for the mind. This movie was made for horror fans.6.7/10 -- rounded up to 7/10Pros: Gore, Gore and *more* Gore! Cons: Leatherface needs more screen time!