Is the Texas Chainsaw Massacre a true story?
The film was marketed as being based on true events to attract a wider audience and to act as a subtle commentary on the era’s political climate; although the character of Leatherface and minor story details were inspired by the crimes of murderer Ed Gein, its plot is largely fictional.
What is the Texas Chainsaw Massacre story?
When Sally (Marilyn Burns) hears that her grandfather’s grave may have been vandalized, she and her paraplegic brother, Franklin (Paul A. Partain), set out with their friends to investigate. After a detour to their family’s old farmhouse, they discover a group of crazed, murderous outcasts living next door. As the group is attacked one by one by the chainsaw-wielding Leatherface (Gunnar Hansen), who wears a mask of human skin, the survivors must do everything they can to escape.
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre/Film synopsis
Why is The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 1974 Rated R?
Parents need to know that although this movie has some blood and gore, the amount is noticeably less than what appears in modern horror movies. Also missing here is the extremely profane language and sex/nudity that are very much a part of current scary movies.
Who survived Texas Chainsaw Massacre 1974?
Sally Hardesty
Sally Hardesty (Marilyn Burns) was the lone survivor of Leatherface’s rampage in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, but her life failed to return to normal.
Is Texas Chainsaw Massacre gory 1974?
Despite its odd reputation as being extremely violent, the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre is almost bereft of blood and gore, and here’s why. The fact that 1974’s The Texas Chainsaw Massacre is generally perceived to be a film full of graphic violence probably has a lot to do with its title.
What happened to Sally after Texas Chainsaw?
In Leatherface: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre III it is revealed that Sally died in private health care facility in 1977.