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Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon (2007)

Nathan Baesel , Angela Goethals  |  R |  DVD
3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (104 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Nathan Baesel, Angela Goethals
  • Format: Color, Dolby, NTSC, Widescreen
  • Language: English (Dolby Digital 2.0)
  • Subtitles: English
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rated: R (Restricted)
  • Studio: Anchor Bay Entertainment
  • DVD Release Date: June 26, 2007
  • Run Time: 92 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (104 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B000OYCMLM
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #20,419 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
  • Learn more about "Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon" on IMDb

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If Christopher Guest turned his satiric eye to the horror genre, the end result might be something like Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon. An amusing and affectionate nod to slasher-movie franchises like Friday the 13th and A Nightmare on Elm Street, Behind the Mask purports to exist in a world where Freddy, Jason, and Michael Myers are not just movie icons but real individuals--and a huge influence on aspiring maniac Leslie Vernon (Nathan Baesel). The epitome of the "nice young man" turned homicidal maniac, Leslie is also possessed with a working knowledge of horror movie conventions and stereotypes, and bends them to his advantage as he stalks his prey. Writer-director Scott Glosserman's enthusiasm for the subject matter is palpable, even if his gags don't always work, and there are tongue-in-cheek cameos from Robert Englund (channeling Donald Pleasance in Halloween), Zelda Rubenstein (Poltergeist), and a particularly funny Scott Wilson as Leslie's serial killer mentor. Extras include several deleted and extended scenes (which can be viewed with Glosserman's commentary), behind-the-scenes featurettes on the film's production and casting, and commentary from Baesel and other cast members. The original script can also be accessed via DVD-ROM. -- Paul Gaita

Product Description

You know legendary maniacs Jason Voorhees, Michael Myers and Freddy Krueger. Now meet Leslie Vernon, the next great psycho-slasher. Nathan Baesel of INVASION stars as Vernon, a good-natured killing machine who invites a documentary film crew to follow him as he reminisces with his murder mentor (Scott Wilson of IN COLD BLOOD), evades his psychiatrist/nemesis (Robert Englund of A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET), deconstructs Freudian symbolism, and meticulously plots his upcoming slaughter spree. But when the actual carnage begins, where do you draw the line between voyeuristic thrills, mythic evil, and good old- fashioned slasher movie mayhem? Angela Goethals (24) and Zelda Rubinstein (POLTERGEIST) co-stars in this ingeniously twisted and awardwinning shocker that Film Threat hails as "a masterpiece…".

Customer Reviews

Its funny,clever and the last part has great horror/slasher elements to it. E. Metzger  |  36 reviewers made a similar statement
Like I said, the movie is for the fans. Adam J. Hopper  |  25 reviewers made a similar statement
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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome spoof October 7, 2007
Format:DVD
With every horror film I've watched recently, I've had my reservations. I wasn't quite sure what to expect but my partner warned my that it wouldn't be like anything we'd watched together thus far. I laughed through the whole thing. The documentary feel to the beginning of the movie REALLY worked for me. Our killer has a sense of humor, a personality, and seems like such a sweet guy. When he jumped out of the closet to commit the murders, my jaw just kinda hit the floor. I guess I knew he'd go through with his plans but it was still kinda shocking... I LOVED IT!
The music was well done, it was just spooky enough at the end. The juxtaposition of the two moods were perfect. It wasn't a gradual change which made it even more noticable.
Basically, I thought it was well done. Great characters, great mood, great everything on this one. I definately recommend this one with a solid two thumbs up. :-)
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant October 23, 2008
Format:DVD
One evening I decided to pick out a Horror title at the store. The criteria was to pick something that I have never heard of. I picked up Behind the Mask. This resulted in finding one of my favorite movies of all time!

The movie starts as a Documentary about the next "Supernatural Serial Killer." They mention Jason, Freddy, and Michael Myers. Now...Leslie Vernon. This movie is truly made for the fans. They cover every cliche in the Slasher sub-genre. Leslie Vernon is so funny and charming. The documentary crew follows him as he sets up his own legend. They interview him about all of the tricks of the trade. It is wonderful dialogue and acting. You learn about how a supernatural serial killer makes it look like he is walking but somehow keeps up with his victims. They even talk about all of the symbolism that occurs as the lead girl becomes the heroin. Absolutely brilliant!

The movie actually changes tone drastically at a certain point. I will not spoil it for you though.

Like I said, the movie is for the fans. Someone accused this movie of being unoriginal and cliche. I must say "yes, it is." That is the point! They created a movie about the cliches in Slasher Films. Therefore it is original. Watch this movie and have fun! It is truly amazing if you watch it carefully, you find all sorts of throwbacks to Friday the 13th, Halloween, and Nightmare on Elm St.
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Great for fans of slasher flicks August 2, 2007
Format:DVD
This is one of those movies I wound up watching just to try to see what all the fuss was about. I was incredibly happy that I did. "Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon" is an incredibly inventive mockumentary/slasher flick. Most of the film is from the point of view of a group of a grad student named Taylor Gentry who is filming a documentary about Leslie Vernon, an up-and-coming slasher hoping to make his name along with the greats like Krueger, Voorhees and Myers. Leslie is far from your typical slasher, though -- he's clever, funny, charming and extremely pleasant. It's not until he puts on the mask that his slasher persona takes over.

In the "film within a film", Leslie details for Taylor exactly how he goes about constructing his "legend," choosing victims and even stages his murders in meticulous detail, all the while keeping that good-natured charm. The movie is funny and disturbing at the same time: funny because of how carefully the filmmakers parody the conventions of the slasher genre and disturbing because of how genuinely likable Leslie is even as he's explaining how he's going to slaughter innocent teenagers.

The few weak points come towards the end, after the film within a film is dropped and we go into the real slasher parts. While the writing is still just as smart and clever, some of the effects are a little weak. Still, this is a lot of fun and well worth it for fans of slasher movies looking for the next Freddy or Jason.
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14 of 17 people found the following review helpful
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I saw this back in January of 2007 or perhaps it was last fall in '06, and the director attended the screening and answered questions afterwards. I have to say I thoroughly enjoyed this movie, it was very well done in a self aware, wink to the audience, breaking the fourth wall kind of way. Very funny for the first half or two thirds of the movie as a film crew follows "Leslie Vernon" around, documenting why and how a serial killer/slasher does what he does. There were so many in-jokes for fans of the genre, you won't be disappointed, it's very funny.
Around two thirds of the way thru the film, the director switches gears and actually turns the movie from mockumentary into straight forward slasher flick, no more shaky camera work or wise-cracking. As the killer has set things up for the viewer in the documentary portion, you figure you know what's going to happen once the killing begins, but not so! There are still plenty of surprises left in store!
Nathan Baesel as the title character is the perfect mix of humorous, spastic, and creepy as a wanna-be killer who idolizes the likes of Freddy Krueger, Jason Voorhees, and Michael Myers (who incidentally are all real live killers and not fictional creations in the context of this movie). Baesel reminds me a bit of Jim Carrey. My friend who attended the movie with me and who dislikes Carrey disagreed on the similarity but still found Baesel's performance enjoyable as well.
The movie has a different approach to it than other satires or homages to the slasher flick in that the movie worked better separating the serious portion of the film from the humorous element, in order to maximize both (or at least the humorous element). At least, I thought so.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
Great movie! I recommend it to anyone that loves old horror flicks. Go ahead and check it out. You will not regret it.
Published 2 months ago by Dan
1.0 out of 5 stars DON'T DO IT!
NOT SURE HOW THIS WAS RATED SO HIGH TO BEGIN WITH. TOTAL PIECE OF JUNK!
ANOTHER SPOOF TYPE MOVIE THAT SHOWS YOU THE RULES AND THOUGHT PROCESS BEHIND THE CRAZY KILLERS WE WATCH... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Carlos Benavides
3.0 out of 5 stars Amazon Instant Video Review
This review is for the digital Amazon Instant Video version of Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon. The movie is fantastic, one of my favorites. Read more
Published 4 months ago by pulseMOD
5.0 out of 5 stars How have more people not seen this?!
Generally, I don't lock mockumentaries. I think most are over the top and ridiculous. THIS one is not. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Ashley Nicole Misee
5.0 out of 5 stars Offbeat and soooo funny!
Definitely offbeat...a mock-umentary about a serial killer trying to perfect his craft. Situations that mock other, more 'serious' films of the genre, this flick makes light of the... Read more
Published 4 months ago by MLOWE
3.0 out of 5 stars Great movie, ZERO features
Can someone explain to me why this doesn't have the commentary that was included on the dvd? Very disappointed. No commentary, no subtitles, no nothing. So strange.
Published 5 months ago by Randall S Buchanan
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome meta horror movie.
Two thumbs up. not exactly scary, as its a bit to meta and clever to be scary, but its a great film.
Published 5 months ago by M. Boggs
4.0 out of 5 stars Fun movie for Horror Buffs
I enjoy watching out of the normal horror flicks, so picked this one up. This movie is entertaining, but not scary. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Nicole
5.0 out of 5 stars Behind The Mask Review
This movie has been out for a while but is starting to gather a cult following. Great scares mixed with hilarious humor draws you into this movie/documentary. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Meggy Huston
5.0 out of 5 stars Great movie great service!
This is one of my favorite movies now. It is one of the only indie horror/comedies ever made that's any good at all. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Dustin
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