Audio problem: In the beginning of the film, when Trudy offers her son more cereal, her mouth doesn't move as she speaks. (00:01:45)
House of Wax (2005)
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Directed by: Jaume Collet-Serra
Starring: Chad Michael Murray, Elisha Cuthbert, Brian Van Holt, Paris Hilton
Genres: Horror
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Carly Jones: You have to be careful.
Nick Jones: I am being careful.
Trivia: The entire set of the wax house burnt down during filming and had to be rebuilt all over again. Chad Michael Murray was on set when the fire began and was almost seriously injured.
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.