The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (DVD, 1998, Pioneer Special Edition)

It is my hope that with all the mediocre horror movie re-makes being released these days, most people will become interested enough to go back and purchase the original versions of the re-makes they watch (i.e. When a Stranger Calls, The Hills Have Eyes, Dark Water, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, etc).
Tobe Hooper's "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" is a classic, flawlessly executed horror film - a true masterpiece of the genre. Even though a lot of the movie takes place in broad daylight, and there is no significant amount of graphic violence, this film is remembered as one of the bloodiest horror movies ever. This is due to Tobe Hooper's brilliant direction, where everything is suggested, yet not much really happens on camera. The most memorable thing about this movie is just how WEIRD it is; not because of the storyline, but because it naturally evokes a feeling of weirdness, disorientation, and unease. The characters are well-developed, and Marilyn Burns delivers one of the most accomplished performances in the history of horror cinema.
If you liked the 2003 re-make of this film, it is essential that you purchase the original; you will be more than pleasantly surprised at its infinite ability to disturb and amaze you.
Two thumbs up!