If you’ve seen one, you’ve seen them all. That’s exactly the case with the campy horror reboot Texas Chainsaw 3D, which felt like it barley even tried to deviate from the typical formula.

The plot is simple: Heather (Alexandra Daddario) inherits a mansion estate in the middle of Hicktown, Texas. She travels to check it out with her token horror movie friends, eventually unleashing the monstrous being known as Leatherface upon the town.

Daddario was a great choice for the lead. She has flawless looks, convincing actions, and was able to chew through any tough piece of script the screenwriters threw at her. However, there was only so much she could do in a film filled with such strong archetypes, such as “the slut” or “the junkie.” It also didn’t help that Daddario was half-nude most of the film, via Heather’s lack of understanding of what buttons are meant for.

The film further lacked originality in its scares. There were three moments where the same exact scare was used. If there’s one thing that a campy horror flick should be able to do, it’s cheaply frighten its audience. Furthermore, the predictability of when “he was going to pop up” was enough to make me roll my eyes.

The 3D effects were horribly implemented. If seeing three mistakenly mirrored images of a chainsaw “coming out at you” is your cup of tea, then you’ll enjoy this film’s multiple screen-breaking moments.

There can be some merit to enjoying a campy horror movie. If viewed opposite the intentions of the filmmakers, this is a hilarious film, full of “why did he open that door” and “why did they think that would work” scenes. Watch this with a bunch of friends for a good laugh, if anything. However, if you’re looking for a more original, exciting, and sensical horror movie, steer clear of this ‘Massacure’ reboot.

Grade: D-

Rated: R (for strong grisly violence and language throughout)

Texas Chainsaw 3D opened in theaters on January 4, 2013.

Photo credit: Lionsgate Entertainment