House of 1000 Corpses is a twisted and disturbing horror movie from the mind of Rob Zombie that takes place in Texas during the year 1977. This is Zombie's debut as a filmmaker and stars Sid Haig, Bill Moseley, Erin Daniels and Sheri Moon.
Trivia
- Universal pictures (original production company) refused to release the film, believing it would be given an "NC-17" rating by the MPAA.
- Otis' and Baby's bizarre rants during the "home movie" segments are inspired by the Manson family's supposed home movies.
- There is more than one instance where you see a poster for 2 missing young boys. Those boys were actually pictures of Rob Zombie and his brother as children.
- The actual house is the same used in The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas.
Awards
- 2004: Chainsaw Award
- 2004: International Fantasy Film Award