The masked member of the household attacks intruders but also reacts anxiously to disruption and family authority. Hansen’s performance changes with costume, mask, and situation rather than presenting one unvarying posture.
Hansen returns to the franchise as a different member of the family rather than as Leatherface. The appearance creates a production connection to 1974 without reusing the actor’s original role.
A Lionsgate casting announcement preserved as a PDF by the City of Mansfield. This is useful production-era documentation of the ensemble and returning franchise participants.
Jon Towlson interviews Hansen during the promotion of Chain Saw Confidential. This is a companion to the actor’s production memoir, not a substitute for the book.
Bibliographic information for Hansen’s 2013 production memoir, published by Chronicle Books. The linked preview is controlled by Google Books and the rights holder.
Hansen’s archived official website introduces his book and other writing. It is a primary author resource; older availability and appearance information should be read historically.
