Dinner With Leatherface is a 2024 horror documentary about Gunnar Hansen, the man behind Leatherface, as friends and colleagues reveal the stark contrast between his terrifying role and kind-hearted nature.
Synopsis: This compelling documentary explores the life and legacy of Gunnar Hansen, the actor behind Leatherface in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974). Through intimate interviews, friends, colleagues, filmmakers, and fellow actors share personal stories, offering a profound look at the man behind the mask. They reflect on the stark contrast between the nightmarish, chainsaw-wielding killer he brought to life on-screen and the intelligent, creative, and soft-spoken man he was in reality. Delving into his passion for storytelling, poetry, and film, the documentary paints a vivid portrait of a deeply thoughtful artist who became an icon of horror cinema. With never-before-heard anecdotes and behind-the-scenes insights, this tribute not only celebrates Hansen’s unforgettable role but also reveals the heart and mind of the man who gave Leatherface his terrifying presence while remaining a gentle soul beyond the screen.
Directed by: Michael Kallio
Written by: Michael Kallio
Starring: Bruce Campbell, Barbara Crampton, Kane Hodder
Genre: Horror
Category: Documentary
Country: United States
Language: English
Main Cast:
- Allen Danziger
- Amanda Duchow-Hall
- Barbara Crampton
- Betsy Baker
- Bob Elmore
- Brian O’Halloran
- Bruce Campbell
- Chase Andersen
- James M. Bass
- Jeff Burr
- Jeff Dobbs
- John Dugan
- Kane Hodder
- Mark Burnham
- Michael Eisenstadt
- Michelle Bauer
- Paige Collett
- Sean Clark
- Steven Clyburn
- Tom Chaney
Production:
- Darkart Entertainment
- Umbrelic Entertainment
Distribution:
- Anchor Bay Entertainment
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