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House of Wax
2005 113 min United States of America R 16+
★5.3
Horror, Thriller, Mystery
Director: Jaume Collet-Serra
🎭 Based on
«House of Wax»
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Description
A group of unwitting teens are stranded near a strange wax museum and soon must fight to survive and keep from becoming the next exhibit.
Budget:
$40M
US Gross:
$32.06M
Worldwide:
$68.77M
Starring
Chad Michael Murray
Actor
Paris Hilton
Actor
Elisha Cuthbert
Actor
Awards
Razzie Awards 2006
— Worst Supporting Actress
Razzie Awards 2006
— Worst Picture
Razzie Awards 2006
— Worst Sequel, Remake or Ripoff
MTV Movie & TV Awards 2006
— Best Performance in a Horror/Thriller
Key opinion
2005's House of Wax is widely regarded as a visually impressive but narratively derivative slasher film. While critics and audiences remain divided on its logic and character depth, there is a strong consensus regarding the high production value of its practical effects and the effectiveness of its explosive finale.
| Production | The practical effects, specifically the intricate wax figures and the climactic melting house set-piece, are technical highlights that elevate the production. | |
| Score | The soundtrack features a compelling selection of modern rock and electronic artists that enhances the film's atmosphere. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay relies heavily on well-worn horror tropes and contains significant plot holes that undermine the internal logic of the premise. | |
| Acting | Opinions on the lead performances are polarized, with Chad Michael Murray often cited as a standout while others find the ensemble's emotional range inconsistent. | |
| Acting | Paris Hilton’s presence is divisive, with some viewing her performance as a highlight or a novelty, while others dismiss it as an ineffective stunt. | |
| Pacing | The film’s pacing is a point of contention; some viewers appreciate the sustained tension, while others find the opening act dull and the overall runtime padded. |