The Texas Chainsaw Massacre is a horror film that was released in 1974. The movie follows a group of friends who encounter a family of cannibals in rural Texas. The main antagonist, Leatherface, is a chainsaw-wielding madman who terrorizes the group. The film is known for its gritty and intense atmosphere, as well as its iconic villain. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre has since become a cult classic in the horror genre and has spawned several sequels and remakes.