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AntwonisboredFeb 20, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Movie review: This movie was dull, I was pissed at certain parts and didn’t understand the politics, they didn’t fit they where just smashed in there. A lot of main characters where killed too quick. The acting for leatherface done for leatherface was subpar, he can spin the chainsaw I will admit. The 2 characters idk there names I could care less, but . Are and where not built for the final fight. Seeing sally talk about her revenge gets you hyped, and exited, but she **** freezes and gets killed. Disappointing. But the gore **** horible, The gore caught me off gaurd. Practical affects where used which made it a lot more terrifying. And better Over all , this movie was hyped to be the one to be the best, Bc of all the **** sequels and prequels that have been shown the movie fails to be good and is even worse then the movies it thrived to beat, the movie is a 6.5 out of 10 it’s not the best but if this where ur first Texas chainsaw movie or your a gore fanatic you would like it this is a huge middle finger to the art house of a film that is the first movie.… Expand

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6

MattyIce34Feb 19, 2022

It’s got some really over the top and fun kills; worth the 83 minutes on Netflix.

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5

TVJerryFeb 20, 2022

The original 1974 version of this film is still one of my faves. This new version is the 9th incarnation. It takes place 50 years later, when a group of twenty-somethings visit the hometown of the legend. The plot follows the usual line: aThe original 1974 version of this film is still one of my faves. This new version is the 9th incarnation. It takes place 50 years later, when a group of twenty-somethings visit the hometown of the legend. The plot follows the usual line: a few minutes of creepy scenarios to set expectations, then an all-out gore fest. Since the outcome is obvious, it's about what new, vicious ways the killings go down. Unlike the original (the details of the vicious attacks were implied), this new one revels in bloody brutality. Those who enjoy seeing people viciously murdered will discover some new angles, but there's little tension or originality to make the carnage distinctive. (Fast forward thru the credits for one final scene) … Expand

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Jools86Feb 18, 2022

As a horror movie fan, I watch pretty much everything that comes out in the genre. This was a lot of fun. Not the best film ever but if you want to be entertained for 81 minutes then the directors know what they are doing :)

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6

TheQuietGamerFeb 19, 2022

You know what the dumbest trend in modern horror is? These legacy sequels in long-running franchises that retcon all of the other previous follow-ups inexplicably having the same name as the original film they're intended to serve as a directYou know what the dumbest trend in modern horror is? These legacy sequels in long-running franchises that retcon all of the other previous follow-ups inexplicably having the same name as the original film they're intended to serve as a direct continuation of. Seriously, I'm SUPER excited to now have the exact problem with Texas Chainsaw that I do with Halloween, where when I tell people I've watched it they have to ask "which one?" because they don't know if I'm talking about the first, the reboot/remake, or the "new one." For real, when this inevitably happens again for something like, I don't know, Friday the 13th or A Nightmare on Elm Street would it kill someone involved to come up with a subtitle to help avoid confusion please?

Anyways, as for the actual quality of this thing, the whole point of these projects is to sort of course correct a brand that, after getting off to a fantastic start, gradually lost its way with each passing installment. With that being the case, you'd think this would have done a better job of not repeating the mistakes of the prior successors. Yeah, Tobe Hooper's classic was a sick, twisted little film, but what makes it so uncomfortable for so many even after all these years is more than just the torment its characters suffer. It's the underlying context of the deranged lunacy and savagery lurking on the fringes of society. At least as far as I've seen, everything that followed managed to overlook that while going heavy on the blood and violence. Exactly like this does.

Still, while it misses what should have been the whole point of its creation, it's hard to fault this too much as a slasher. It's about as deep as a puddle and brings nothing terribly creative to the table, but it's got the gore, grime, and a few entertaining scenarios. Honestly, the aspect that's going to bug people the most is the new political tinge. The movie blatantly acknowledges the U.S.' present day struggle between warring ideals of change and keeping with the status quo. There are those who are going to take issue with how the protagonists mock conservatives for their guns, Confederate flags, and vehicular emissions. Meanwhile, others will be bothered by how most of the victims are socially progressive, cancel culturing liberals. There's enough here for you to come up with your own take on whether this leans more to the right or the left. Personally, I think it delivers an "everyone sucks" mentality and ridicules both halves. So what people will find offensive is that it doesn't pick a side. Their side.

Ultimately, this effectively fails to pay homage to the 1974 version's legacy. Yeah, they brought its heroine Sally back, but couldn't recapture its meaning or significance. Instead simply giving viewers another generic slaughter flick to add to the pile. Not entirely an awful thing as it means there are still a nice amount of grisly thrills to enjoy, but if you've been fed up with everything else this property has offered over the past two or so decades then this is entirely skippable.… Expand

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jackcarlin18Feb 25, 2022

An incredibly dumb exercise in slasher mayhem - but an undeniably gory riot with plenty of fun sequences, all topped off running at a lean 71 minutes. Switch your brain off and delve in the devilishly delicious carnage of it all.

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JamonHDFeb 18, 2022

The acting is not very good and the story and characters are usual slasher victims just without the horniness. Some camera angles are pretty nice and the effects look good. If you ignore the story and just want to watch people getting killedThe acting is not very good and the story and characters are usual slasher victims just without the horniness. Some camera angles are pretty nice and the effects look good. If you ignore the story and just want to watch people getting killed than this is a okay movie to watch… Expand

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4

BOWiFeb 18, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. ENDING SPOILER - It was really, really, great, then capitalism happened at the very end.… Expand

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PanchogulFeb 19, 2022

Es una pena, le tenía mucha fe a esta película, la inspiración hacia Halloween del 2018 es obvia desde el primer tráiler, pero no la alcanza ni por accidente, el elenco no tiene ningún carisma y por ende, te da igual lo que le pase a susEs una pena, le tenía mucha fe a esta película, la inspiración hacia Halloween del 2018 es obvia desde el primer tráiler, pero no la alcanza ni por accidente, el elenco no tiene ningún carisma y por ende, te da igual lo que le pase a sus personajes, sobretodo Sally, la Final Girl de la película original, la elección de la actriz fue buena, pero su participación fue un completo desperdicio, lo bueno es que arranca rápido y no aburre en ningún momento, sin embargo, la casquería que se manda Leatherface es legendaria, mucho gore y violencia por todas partes, la escena del autobús fue lo mejor de toda la cinta, el resto olvidable pero al menos es mejor que las dos primeras secuelas que de por sí son verdaderos basureros.… Expand

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5

devgreMar 16, 2022

This film is so very close to being a top class horror picture, but falls short of that goal due to it's abysmal writing and lack of spatial continuity throughout. The kills are brutal. The cinematography was top notch. Actors did a greatThis film is so very close to being a top class horror picture, but falls short of that goal due to it's abysmal writing and lack of spatial continuity throughout. The kills are brutal. The cinematography was top notch. Actors did a great job. Practical VFX were best in class. Too bad none of that matters when the screenplay and production design took a swing and missed a big as they did here.… Expand

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5

whoischarlotteMar 23, 2022

There was tension and scare but something missing. May not be the sequel everyone hoped for.

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ThisGuy1Feb 23, 2022

Honestly, I don't understand all of the hate here. I give it a 6/10. My scale is that anything above a 5 is something I'd consider rewatching in the future.

I felt having the OG (recast) final girl was unnecessary but not overlyHonestly, I don't understand all of the hate here. I give it a 6/10. My scale is that anything above a 5 is something I'd consider rewatching in the future.

I felt having the OG (recast) final girl was unnecessary but not overly distracting. Personally, if I were a part of the creative team behind this movie, I wouldn't have included her since the original actress passed away.

Yes, there was "wokeness" and it was initially quite cringe-inducing. However, all/most of these characters that get brutally murdered at some point in the film. So - doing my best not to sound like a psycho here but - shouldn't these people be finding enjoyment in "woke" characters being killed off? It's almost like these negative reviews didn't finish watching the movie.

It's been a while since I watched the original. I recall not being overly impressed. I rationalized my reaction to being similar to Blair Witch Project. It was probably terrifying in theaters, but misses the mark on home video. Still, I respect it's place in horror cinema history. Therefore, I was a bit upset more members of the family weren't included - or at least referenced, given the timeline - and that there wasn't a more dirty/gritty feel to the movies which was the one thing from the original that was quite shocking to me on my first watch.

Still, I found myself enjoying the movie more than expected. Leatherface was the star. Fun/creative kills and set pieces. Lots of blood/gore without going to gore-sploitation levels that tend to turn me off of some horror films.… Expand

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KamillaGoritoFeb 21, 2022

Qualidade de produção boa... Mas entrega desapontamento, desgosto... Insatisfação... É um clássico filme dos anos 80... Se for essa sua espectativa vai atender... Esperavamos muito mais. Não espero que gastem energia com uma continuação

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FelipePedro07Aug 23, 2022

Terrible!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!