Review of A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) by Jacob P — 26 Oct 2013

Amazing movie with lots of fright and some comedy with it.

This review of A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) was written by Jacob P on 26 Oct 2013.

A Nightmare on Elm Street has generally received very positive reviews.

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