The group soon realizes the horrifying truth: the wax figures are actually human victims coated in wax while still alive. They are hunted by the demented Sinclair twins , Bo and Vincent, who maintain the town's facade. The film culminates in a massive fire that causes the entire wax house to melt around the survivors .
The film is rated R for brutal, bloody violence and strong language. Production Trivia House Of Wax
Critics originally slammed the film for its simple plot and the casting of Paris Hilton. The group soon realizes the horrifying truth: the
In recent years, it has gained a cult following as a "solid popcorn horror movie" and is praised for its practical effects and production design , particularly the melting house sequence. The film is rated R for brutal, bloody
The film earned approximately $70 million worldwide against a $40 million budget. Genre: Slasher / Horror Plot Summary
During production, a real fire broke out at the Warner Bros. Movie World studios in Australia, resulting in a $7 million lawsuit against the special effects team.
A group of college friends on their way to a football game are stranded in the eerie, seemingly abandoned town of Ambrose after their car breaks down. Seeking help, they discover the "Trudy’s House of Wax," a museum where the exhibits are unnervingly lifelike .