Much to like out of this little gem but I found the narrative to be a bit sloppy and at times incoherent. I don't mind a diversion from the basic frame work of a Elm street film, but I'm not sure why the events were happening. Also, the ending really brought it from a 7 to 6 for me. Slick camera work, good acting, good editing but the plot did not resemble an elm street film at all.
22 Reviews
Nightmare fans are in for a treat
llh-389-2383768 April 2020
As a Nightmare fan I was in awe of this film, it has everything from comedy to gore, it hit every button. The whole feel of this film is so professional and polished. The plot the play out and acting was brilliant and as for the last five minutes I was like so excited I was like fist bumping thin air lol
Another shaw classic
jmp-474258 April 2020
Nostalgic
rwapple-969748 April 2020
Great stuff 👍
rod-230-1733918 April 2020
A love letter to horror.
demonhunter1618 April 2020
The best fan film in the Nightmare saga!
allthatjazz-0989712 April 2020
Without a doubt, this was a cut above the rest of any Elm Street fan film that I have seen. Fan films often come off cheesy, not here though, not by a long-shot.
The scenes in the bar were executed extremely well. The camera angles, lighting, and atmosphere were damn near perfect. The "wanted poster" on the bathroom door was hysterical. The actors were completely convincing, especially from Rebecca Tarabocchia and Matt Shaw. The dialogue was also solid and kept me connected. The entire bar sequence was perfect, had to say it again.
The film was on par with any Hollywood studio Nightmare film that I've seen. The tone of this film was consistent and I found myself immediately drawn to these two characters.
I hope to see a feature adaptation in the future with this cast.
The scenes in the bar were executed extremely well. The camera angles, lighting, and atmosphere were damn near perfect. The "wanted poster" on the bathroom door was hysterical. The actors were completely convincing, especially from Rebecca Tarabocchia and Matt Shaw. The dialogue was also solid and kept me connected. The entire bar sequence was perfect, had to say it again.
The film was on par with any Hollywood studio Nightmare film that I've seen. The tone of this film was consistent and I found myself immediately drawn to these two characters.
I hope to see a feature adaptation in the future with this cast.
Loved it!!
taralane-285-2283158 April 2020
Wow
legsamilelong8 April 2020
When I first saw that it was so short, I was very skeptical. I have now watched it twice and absolutely love it! I can't wait to share with my family when they come home! It's amazing how such a good quality film can be done in that time. The ending was...... Well, you'll have to watch for yourself and see if it was what you predict!
A horror fan's delight
arpinnock8 April 2020
This short film pays homage to Freddy, a lot better than the remake of Elm Street.
It starts slowly but builds up to a great finish. I can't spoil for anyone who hasn't seen it, but towards the end is a treat that any true horror fan will love.
It starts slowly but builds up to a great finish. I can't spoil for anyone who hasn't seen it, but towards the end is a treat that any true horror fan will love.
Fantastic
louiscypherproductions8 April 2020
Short film, long on entertainment
bluesologyc9 April 2020
Great fun here, made by someone who clearly loves this character as well as the genre. I think the strength is in the simplicity, not reaching for too much in the narrative and it properly hangs on the strength of the actors and direction of the plot. Great atmosphere and a really entertaining climax.
WOW!!!
turbotec-598028 April 2020
I swear Matt shaw is a complete legend, love his books but now he's branched out to films and all I can say is wow!
Tuned in to the premier of this last night, I have seen most of the nightmare on elm street films so thought I had an idea of where this was going but how wrong was I.....
You just watch it.....wow!
FREAKING AWESOME!
victoriahaugen10 April 2020
Exceeds Expectations
Killerbuckeye028 April 2020
Great fan film!
ccline-3238715 April 2020
Great Job!
sonicvideo8 April 2020
Cast and crew!!! Great job. It's amazing what dedicated people can produce without a multi-million dollar budget. This one ticks ALL the boxes. Well done from the first shot to the last!! I really enjoyed the surprises!!! :)
Love it!
amcbride-051388 April 2020
I knew Matt Shaw wrote great books but who knew he could act too!! And write screen plays!! I thought it was great. It held my attention and then got really crazy at the end. I wasn't expecting all that! Thanks for taking me out of the real world for a moment and letting me dive into your crazy twisted world!!!!! Can't wait to see more!
Matt Shaw's best yet.
louiscypherproductions8 April 2020
This short film is nostalgia gold. Matt Shaw and his creative team have captured all the best parts of the Elm Street films. The humour is black and incisive and the reveal of Freddy masterfully realised. Can't wait to see what The Matt Shaw gets up to next.
Nightmarish... in a good way
don_spielberg5 May 2020
I didnt think Freddy fan films could get much better than the "Krueger" shorts. I was wrong. Those shorts are good, but this one edges those for me.
Great script, directing and acting. And the effects were spot on. Just watch it.
My only issue with this... not long enough, left me wanting more. And made me revisit the original movies. Amazing work.
My only issue with this... not long enough, left me wanting more. And made me revisit the original movies. Amazing work.
Awesome!
jared-253313 June 2020
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