The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning

Audience emotional responses are dominated by intense Fear and Anxiety, driven by the relentless pursuit and sadistic torture inflicted by the Hewitt family, particularly Leatherface and the deranged Sheriff Hoyt. A high degree of Disturbing emotion is evoked by the grotesque violence, cannibalism, and the unsettling origins of Leatherface. Disgust is prominent due to the explicit gore and the horrific, unsanitary environment. Surprise contributes through sudden, brutal attacks, while Anger is directed at the villains' extreme cruelty. Anticipation builds from the constant suspense and dread, and Empathy is felt for the trapped and tormented protagonists.