Continuity mistake: Nick's shirt he gave to Carly is way too big on her when she first puts it on. In the next scene it fits like it's her own shirt.
House of Wax (2005)
Plot summary
Directed by: Jaume Collet-Serra
Starring: Chad Michael Murray, Elisha Cuthbert, Brian Van Holt, Paris Hilton
Genres: Horror
Wade,his girlfriend Carly, her twin brother Nick, his best mate Dalton, Paige and Blake are on a road trip to a football game. One night while camping, Wade's car gets vandalised and a man offers to drive then to the nearest town where they discover the House of Wax. One by one, each friend falls prey and are exhibited in The House of Wax.
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More mistakes in House of Wax
Carly Jones: You have to be careful.
Nick Jones: I am being careful.
Trivia: The disfigured killer in the film is called Vincent, after Vincent Price who starred in the original.
Question: What was the heinous metal contraption placed on Wade's head, prior to him being sprayed with hot wax, supposed to insinuate? The needle-like probes did not appear to puncture him. Was it simply for effect?
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Answer: It is simply a contraption to keep Wade in place so he doesn't move and the wax can be applied. It's also used to keep the wax out of his eyes, ears, nose and mouth.