House of Wax

Synopsis

House of Wax, a horror mystery film released in 2005, follows a group of friends who become stranded in a small town and seek shelter in a wax museum. Little do they know, the wax figures are more than they appear to be. Soon, they realize the gruesome truth behind the wax figures and must fight for their lives to escape the House of Wax. Starring Elisha Cuthbert, the movie explores themes of deception, survival, and terror as the group faces unimaginable horrors within the twisted walls of the museum.

Cast

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  Elisha Cuthbert

  Carly Jones

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  Chad Michael Murray

  Nick Jones

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  Brian Van Holt

  Bo Sinclair / Vincent Sinclair

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  Paris Hilton

  Paige Edwards

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  Jared Padalecki

  Wade Felton

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  Robert Ri'chard

  Blake Johnson

Reviews

House of Wax received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the film for its suspenseful atmosphere and eerie setting, others criticized its predictable plot and lack of originality. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a 28% rating, with critics noting that the film relied too heavily on cliches and jump scares. Metacritic scored it at 41/100, with some reviewers appreciating the film's practical effects and makeup work. Despite its flaws, viewers on IMDb rated it 5.5/10, acknowledging the film's entertainment value and Cuthbert's performance. Overall, House of Wax offers a decent scare for horror enthusiasts, but falls short of being a standout in the genre.