When I discovered "Chain Saw Confidential", I had no idea Gunnar Hansen (Mr. Leatherface himself) was also a writer. Hansen brings a professional yet conversational style to the accounts (both his own and those of actors and crew) of the "Texas Chain Saw Massacre" production. I really dug this book. There were a few things about the making of the movie that I did not know - little tidbits of info for any aspiring filmmaker - that were quite enlightening. Some of the most interesting stories involved Marilyn Burns (aka Sally) and what she went through all in the name of movie making. Hansen describes the rough shooting conditions with an almost nostalgic voice. It's clear he remembers his part in "Massacre" history fondly. While "Massacre" isn't my favorite horror film, it definitely leaves a lasting impression with its raw style. If you're even remotely interested in the movie itself or low budget filmmaking, this is a fun, enjoyable read.
filmmaker. i write and make movies. i love horror movies, video games, animals, my iphone, popcorn and mt dew. and the eye-gouging scene in Fulci's Zombie makes me giddy. i also love dogs.
"Maternity Ward" and "Witches Brew" are currently being entered into festivals. Stay tuned!
Top 10 Faves
10. Puppet Master
9. Child's Play
8. Gremlins
7. Monster Squad
6. The Thing
5. Children of the Corn
4. A Nightmare on Elm Street
3. Poltergeist
2. Halloween
1. Jaws and Jurassic Park
Randomness
"I’m a child of the eighties.... My film school consisted of ghosts, goblins, slashers, demons, monsters, zombies, madmen, werewolves, vampires,.... and freaky little kids who live in the corn." ~ val