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The Legacy of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre

The Legacy of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre

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The Legacy of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre

2022

1h 23m

6.0(1 votes)

Documentary

Horror

Overview

Philipp Escott returns to the roots of THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE, accompanied by familiar filmmakers and critics, delving into the reasons behind the movie’s impact on an entire generation and its perpetuating legacy.

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Fede Álvarez

Fede Álvarez

Self

Jamie Blanks

Jamie Blanks

Self

Mick Garris

Mick Garris

Self

Jill Gevargizian

Jill Gevargizian

Self

Phil Nobile Jr.

Phil Nobile Jr.

Self

Heather Wixson

Self

Adam Marcus

Adam Marcus

Self

Marcus Nispel

Marcus Nispel

Self

Juan Diego Escobar Alzate

Juan Diego Escobar Alzate

Self

Julien Maury

Julien Maury

Self

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Directed by: Phillip Escott
Written by: Phillip Escott
Produced by: Phillip Escott

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