Product: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (Original Uncut) [Region 2] (1974)
Rating: 5.0
Psychological terror at it's best
Living in Scotland, this movie has been banned for as long as I've been on the planet. When it was finally released in some cinemas I was ecstatic. I wanted to see if it really lived up to the hype.I was not disappointed, this is possibly THE best horror movie of all time.In my spare time I study criminal psychology and behavioural science and knew that this film was based loosely on Ed Gein. Having read almost everything ever written on Mr Gein (as well as the ridiculous fan club websites - why do these exist may I ask??), I found the film to be as disturbing as his life but not a true portrayal of his crimes.The basics - the human skin wearing, the furniture made from 'people' and the butcher shop house - are all true, however, Mr Geins' family played no part in his crimes as they were all dead by this time (this was one of the reasons he spiralled out of control - he was alone for most of his adult life).This film had everything a horror movie should - suspense, terror, atmosphere and a great cast. In fact, some of the acting was so convincing you could almost believe you were watching a snuff movie.Why sequels were made I don't know - there is no need. I love a good film that leaves you thinking 'oh my god what happens now' - sequels only spoil that, your imagination is often much better.