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“I wanted to make a human monster. His name is Coffin Baby. The idea is based on a group of people from Pasadena whose names I can't mention. His mother died and during the funeral, this baby came out of her in the coffin”

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Tobe Hooper is an American film director renowned for his contributions to the horror genre. Born on January 25, 1943, he is best known for his iconic films such as 'The Texas Chain Saw Massacre' and 'The Exorcist'. more

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