Review of A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) by Andrew W — 04 Aug 2012

A classic of the genre, striking and frightening.

This review of A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) was written by Andrew W on 04 Aug 2012.

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

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