The 2022 Texas Chainsaw Massacre attempts to bring the iconic horror franchise into the modern era with a direct sequel to the 1974 original. The plot follows a group of young entrepreneurs and influencers who arrive at the deserted Texas town of Harlow with plans to revitalize it as a trendy destination. Their capitalist ambitions quickly turn to terror when they disturb the now-elderly Sally Hardesty and, more importantly, reawaken the legendary killer Leatherface.

Directed by David Blue Garcia, the film delivers on the gruesome, visceral horror the series is known for, with several brutally creative kill sequences that will satisfy gorehounds. The performances are functional, with the cast effectively portraying the archetypal victims, while Mark Burnham brings a hulking, relentless physicality to Leatherface. The film's strongest element is its atmospheric tension and well-executed set pieces, particularly a climactic sequence on a party bus.

However, the 2022 installment struggles with a thin script and underdeveloped social commentary about gentrification and influencer culture that feels more like a backdrop than a meaningful theme. The connection to the original film, through the character of Sally Hardesty (reprised by Olwen Fouéré), provides emotional weight but isn't fully explored. Despite its flaws and a middling IMDb rating of 4.7, this entry is worth watching online for horror fans seeking a straightforward, brutal slasher with high production values and a few genuinely tense moments. It serves as a bloody, if not particularly deep, addition to the Leatherface legacy.