Review of A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) by Eric C — 21 Apr 2013

This is, in my opinion, the greatest horror film ever made.

This review of A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) was written by Eric C on 21 Apr 2013.

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

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