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The film follows a group of friends visiting an old family homestead. Their road trip turns into a nightmare when they encounter a family of cannibals. Among them is Leatherface, one of the most iconic villains in movie history. His chainsaw and mask made of human skin have haunted dreams for generations. the texas chainsaw massacre 1974 filmyzilla