Kid Reviews of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974)

Movie R 1974 83 minutes
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974) movie poster: A man wearing a white mask holds up a chainsaw

Kids Say

age 13+

Based on 97 kid reviews

Kids say the film is often perceived as one of the most terrifying horror movies, but many reviews describe it as surprisingly tame in terms of gore and violence compared to modern standards. While the film is intense and features disturbing imagery, much of the violence is implied rather than shown, making it suitable for older teens and those new to the horror genre.

  • tame violence
  • intense but not gory
  • good for teens
  • classic horror masterpiece
  • disturbing imagery
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The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974) movie poster: A man wearing a white mask holds up a chainsaw

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