Texas Chainsaw Massacre

In an attempt to revive her struggling business, Melody travels to the remote town of Harmony, Texas, with her younger sister, Lila, and friends Dante and Ruth. Their plan to modernize the town for a younger audience is disrupted when they inadvertently disturb the home of Leatherface, a notorious serial killer. This awakens a dormant, psychopathic rage, and he begins a brutal killing spree, targeting the group and anyone who stands in his way.

The 2022 iteration of Texas Chainsaw Massacre received largely negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. It was criticized for its thin plot, lack of originality, and reliance on gore over substance, failing to capture the dread and terror of the original film. While some acknowledged its attempt at a modern slasher with some visceral scares, it was widely seen as an unnecessary and disappointing addition to the franchise.

• Relies heavily on gore and jump scares, offering little in the way of genuine suspense.

• A derivative and uninspired sequel that fails to justify its existence.

• Lacks the inventive terror and primal fear of the original 1974 film.

Google audience: Audience reviews on Google indicate significant dissatisfaction, with many viewers finding the film to be a shallow imitation of past entries. Common complaints include a weak story, predictable scares, and a general lack of creativity that made it feel like a forgettable cash-grab.

The film directly follows the events of the original 1974 'The Texas Chain Saw Massacre', ignoring all previous sequels and prequels in the established timeline.