Fun fact. Robert Englund and Mark Hammil used to be roommates and are still close friends to this day. Is anyone else picturing Freddy Krueger and Luke Skywalker hanging out together?!?
@mrmojomajestic83176 ай бұрын
I wasn't. I am now. It's glorious.
@HeelSection38256 ай бұрын
Imo, Elm Street is the best idea anyone has EVER had for a horror movie. As a Gen Xer who was a little kid in the 80's, the original Nightmare will haunt me forever!
@trinaq6 ай бұрын
Robert Englund seems like a swell, down to earth guy who adores his fans, a far cry from the villainous Freddy Krueger.
@leekesler26846 ай бұрын
Freddy Krueger
@boosqueezy24186 ай бұрын
i’d love to meet him and get an autograph
@HeelSection38256 ай бұрын
Did you know that him and Mark Hammil used to be roommates and are still close friends to this day?!? I love picturing Freddy Krueger and Luke Skywalker hanging out together.
@joshuahoover68416 ай бұрын
I can't remember my exact age 8 or 9, when this movie came out, but I can tell you exactly where I was when I first saw the commercial for it. In my bedroom, about 9:30 at night and that scene of the little girls jump roping and singing scared the crap out of me
@HeelSection38256 ай бұрын
I was right about the same age. I was also a little kid who was raised on horror and usually pretty desensitized to it. But the original Elm Street scared the hell out of me!
@Lifewhilelearning6 ай бұрын
3:30 to 3:40 You just described what Israel is doing to Palestine and it's sanctioned by our evil government. I never thought I'd see this country turn so evil to the point of bombing innocent children. Our DNA is infused with bigotry and evil.
@johnfrusciante65486 ай бұрын
That's a sheep, not a goat. It stems from the mental exercise of counting sheep to help one fall asleep. Very clever inclusion by Wes Craven.
@KyleALarkins6 ай бұрын
I also love the double entendre of the phrase “we are treated like sheep to be slaughtered” that applies
@mikaross4671Ай бұрын
I was gonna say, when he mentioned goat. I'm like... Bro? Sleep, dream, sleep??
@ChanceNix6 ай бұрын
As a parent, hurting me would be nothing. Hurting my children is the most nightmarish thing in my head. So him going after their children is really the best revenge against the parents.
@Lifewhilelearning6 ай бұрын
You just described what Israel is doing to Palestine with our governments backing.
@boosqueezy24186 ай бұрын
wes craven was a genius
@LeslieCoggs6 ай бұрын
Agreed
@sidnew27396 ай бұрын
@@Lifewhilelearning Piss off with your politics!
@Lifewhilelearning6 ай бұрын
3:30 to 3:40 You just described what Israel is doing to Palestine and it's sanctioned by our evil government. I never thought I'd see this country turn so evil to the point of bombing innocent children. Our DNA is infused with bigotry and evil.
@Anytyme066 ай бұрын
How these films still don't have a 4K remaster is criminal.
@brion02206 ай бұрын
17:04 - I was waiting for you to mention the Fun Fact that Tuesday Knight (new Kristen) sang the intro song. 👍
@TheRetroWoman806 ай бұрын
I still play that to this day.
@raphaelturtle41466 ай бұрын
And was in a show called "milf manor" where she prowled younger guys and her son chased after their mothers 😂
@harryparsons27506 ай бұрын
I really like that song
@Lifewhilelearning6 ай бұрын
3:30 to 3:40 You just described what Israel is doing to Palestine and it's sanctioned by our evil government. I never thought I'd see this country turn so evil to the point of bombing innocent children. Our DNA is infused with bigotry and evil.
@brion02206 ай бұрын
@@TheRetroWoman80 Same. As well as the Sinead O'Conner song.
@christisrisen67746 ай бұрын
Wish they would have done a Survivors Elm Street movie with Alice,Yvonne, Jessie and All of the others who lived.
@nellywilliams27766 ай бұрын
My favs are the original with Nancy and Glen, Part 3, and Freddy vs Jason 😅
@boogiedaddy34346 ай бұрын
ANOES is my favorite franchise. I'll admit, there was a brief time as a teen in the 90s when I thought Michael was king, but I later found that it was the Nightmare films I always came back around to most often. So many memorable moments. So many strong nostalgic ties. Even the weaker entries in the series have some undeniably iconic scenes in them.
@Will-me8zw6 ай бұрын
I too love these movies immensely! Check out the documentary: Never Sleep Again! If you're a Freddy fan you'll dig it!
@boogiedaddy34346 ай бұрын
@@Will-me8zw oh yea, I've seen it a few times. Great documentary!
@chipchippahson6 ай бұрын
I saw this and clicked IMMEDIATELY. ANOES is the all time goat in my opinion, and has been since 1985. I still have my original VHS. Edited fun fact. The reason Rod (the actor Jsu Garcia under the stage name Nick Corri) looked sweaty all the time in the movie is because he was in real life, during filming doing heroin as he was an addict. He was actually high during the jail cell scene while filming.
@kddan6 ай бұрын
what I like about the NOES and F13th movies is that they are highly rewatchable. Love'em
@jonathankay99576 ай бұрын
"Freddy should focus on the actual people that hurt him." He did. No more heinous way to take action than to harm a person's child.
@meaghansharp69066 ай бұрын
I just realized that Kristen's introduction to the series foreshadows her death. She's listening to "Into the Fire" by Dokken..how have i never noticed that before?!
@brent65126 ай бұрын
I would love to see you cover Cold Prey especially part two, as I feel is one of the greatest and most overlooked slasher movies of all time.🔪
@teresadixon28996 ай бұрын
I'd like to see you cover the best of Phantasm. The Tall Man was my inspiration when my son got in trouble and I would intone "boy!"
@sarahwarnock27076 ай бұрын
My husband likes to sneak up behind me and do that! It never fails to make me scream and smack him😂 that Tall man had me nervous around disco balls for the longest time!
@FreddyKurganNimmo6 ай бұрын
4:10 - It's actually the trailer for The Evil Dead that's playing on Nancy's television, meant to be a tv spot for when the film was released in 1981, when this first Elm Street movie takes place.
@OrgBobaFret6 ай бұрын
The DreamWarroir was my favorite one 💙 it had Nancy and Kristen - creepy puppets, psychologist and that scary snake thing
@sarahwarnock27076 ай бұрын
And Taryn❤
@OrgBobaFret6 ай бұрын
@@sarahwarnock2707 Definitely ❤️🔥
@mikaross4671Ай бұрын
I saw Nightmare on Elm street when it was playing super late night on tv. I was around 6 or 7. it scared me sooo bad, I begged my mom to leave the door open to my room with the hall light on for months. I don't think a movie villain terrified me to come into my dreams as much as Freddy did. Like you said, you could escape the others, but where do you go in your own dreams?
@Kthomasritchie6 ай бұрын
I would love to see you cover Near Dark.
@VampireA10566 ай бұрын
Greatest horror franchise of all time
@jamesmorant14066 ай бұрын
I agree fun movies to watch
@boosqueezy24186 ай бұрын
ita
@MikeG826 ай бұрын
Many are better
@MikeG826 ай бұрын
@@mightybitchy i would argue Nightmare has the worst of the main ones Jason, Michael, and Chucky are all better series
@VampireA10566 ай бұрын
@@MikeG82I disagree, A Nightmare On Elm Street is the one franchise where I like all the movies ( except for the 2010 remake ).
@TheRetroWoman806 ай бұрын
I like them all except 6. Even the New Nightmare was better than that one. And Heather Langenkamp will always rule in any dimension.
@chrismagnum066 ай бұрын
Loved 1-4.even the dark horse part 2 even though it broke the rules.part 1 introduced us to Freddy with him barely being in the film but felt throughout.2 had his best make-up.3 was just plain fun to watch with the legendary "Dream Warriors" by Dokken.4 for a follow up.cant really stomach the rest,but I will say a new nightmare(7) was interesting.the rest were forgettable. Sidenote as a Jason fan Freddy vs Jason was also a fun watch.
@boosqueezy24186 ай бұрын
#4 is my second favorite noes
@nicholasbennett73676 ай бұрын
Dream warriors was my first noes and still my favorite
@marywooten97226 ай бұрын
My Favorite A Nightmare Films Are The Original New Nightmare Dream Warriors And My Favorite The Dream Master ❤🎉😅😊
@jaystreet466 ай бұрын
These were my favorite horror movies growing up!! My buddy and I watched them over and over
@jamesmorant14066 ай бұрын
Top 5 movies in the franchise 1- Nightmare on Elm Street 2- Wes Craven new nightmare 3- Dream Warriors 4- Dream Master 5- Freddy's Revenge
@ryanbrown9386 ай бұрын
D.W. is #1
@crystalshaw87446 ай бұрын
Thank you. Agreed.
@boosqueezy24186 ай бұрын
using your bully’s name as that of the ultimate villain is the best revenge!
@mr.checkyourself46726 ай бұрын
I hope we get another A Nightmare On Elm Street movie one that's superior than that bad remake.
@sammylane216 ай бұрын
It's weird but in DREAM MASTER, Alison is basically turned into CAPCOM's MEGA MAN with the exact powers she needs to beat Freddy and a normal girl. 😂
@davidagiel81306 ай бұрын
Nah, the world isn’t big enough for two Freddy’s, only Robert can be Freddy.
@Dr_12126 ай бұрын
Nightmare 1 & 2 were legitimately scary 👍
@tacoking56856 ай бұрын
Not as scary as your mom.
@magicvampirelver13216 ай бұрын
They were the best ones really but my favorites were the 3rd N 6th one😅
@Rattrap0076 ай бұрын
Single mother? I thought Nancy's dad was the sheriff.
@thecunninlynguist6 ай бұрын
they were divorced/separated.
@jamesmorant14066 ай бұрын
He was her parents we're divorced
@Rattrap0076 ай бұрын
@@thecunninlynguist ahh. Didn't remember that bit. Been awhile since last watched. Just thought dad was busy with police work most of the time.
@prettyboi6505 ай бұрын
Facts
@nathanielbacon26616 ай бұрын
What does Tina see in Rod?... Possibly his incredible sexiness and physical perfection? 🔥 LOL.
@magicvampirelver13216 ай бұрын
Yeah he was a hot🔥biker dude I agree😏
@ricardored2075 ай бұрын
My childhood was great because of such horror originality‼️
@Drew964206 ай бұрын
Great video bro
@JoBloHorrorOriginals6 ай бұрын
Appreciate it
@Drew964206 ай бұрын
@@JoBloHorrorOriginals no problem Dawg
@MikeD9746 ай бұрын
New nightmare is my favorite then I like 1 , 3 , 6 , Jason vs Freddy and the remake , hate 2 , 4 and 5
@geeshep48366 ай бұрын
Nightmare's 1,3 And 7 Are My All-Time Favorites 4 And 5 Are Not So Bad But Nightmare 2,6 And The Remake Are Not Good But After Watching The Documentary On Nightmare 2 On TUBI Last Year I'll Give It Credit.
@jamesmorant14066 ай бұрын
I agree with you
@VampireA10566 ай бұрын
Nightmare 4 is great and very underrated, and I have a soft spot for Freddy's Dead because it was my first Nightmare movie.
@tacoking56856 ай бұрын
You have no life.
@richardstange59396 ай бұрын
Nightmare 2 is awesome.
@ryanbrown9386 ай бұрын
The remake was pretty cool... I feel it gave more back story to Freddy, and the way he rubbed his index and middle fingers together was creepy
@user-mk6ei9bh6z6 ай бұрын
Great video I always get grossed out when I see those faces on that pizza in number four the dream Master but I always loved the line how sweet fresh meat
@matthewmartin43946 ай бұрын
That was a different scene btw...The quote I mean.
@anthonybell60576 ай бұрын
Can’t believe you highlighted part 4
@matthewmartin43946 ай бұрын
The bully's name was Fred...not Krueger. Krueger was an extension of Krug who was the antagonist of Craven's The Last House on The Left.
@billiegray91096 ай бұрын
Craven actually wanted that line taken out of the "scary movie" script that would eventually become scream. He felt it was vain and too on the nose but decided to leave it in to be meta
@tdsollog6 ай бұрын
Did you see Dylan’s New Nightmare? I thought it was really well done.
@Drew7916 ай бұрын
I was shown Nightmate on Elm Street, by my teenage cousins, as a wee child in the mid 80s. I needed 4 years of therapy to deal with the nightmares and crippling fear it induced in my 4 year old brain.
@Myersmad3166 ай бұрын
Freddy was the first horror Villian i ever saw, a large cardboard cut out of the Nightmare on Elm Street 2. I walked into Blockbuster Video in the UK aged 9 and literally shit myself. I never looked back after our first meeting lol. Great film, Great Franchise, Great Villian.
@richardstange59396 ай бұрын
All of these movies are awesome. There are no bad films in this franchise.
@orlandoaugustostock45786 ай бұрын
Nightmare 5 and 6 are crap
@magicvampirelver13216 ай бұрын
@@orlandoaugustostock4578 they were alright.. I like the 6th one and the 3rd they were my faves
@richardstange59395 ай бұрын
@@orlandoaugustostock4578 they most certainly are not.
@bobmarshall85274 ай бұрын
The Dream Master is a ton of fun, I find if I watch it directly after Dream Warriors it kind of disappoints me but if I just watch it on its own I always enjoy it.
@lacyInmon19786 ай бұрын
I was only 6 years old when this came out but I watched it as a teenager. It is a good movie
@jaded59576 ай бұрын
I'm not gonna lie. Hearing your voice makes me so happy when I click on the JoBlo video, because I know it's going to be quality.
@sarahwarnock27076 ай бұрын
I literally learned to lucid dream bc freddy would not leave me alone! I'll never forget kicking his ass in my dream! That was extremely theraputic
@Fixxxer070826 ай бұрын
Nightmare 4 is my favorite of the series. Been a FredHead since I was 5yrs old (when Nightmare 3 came out) and still love the entire series - even Nightmare 5 and Freddy’s Dead. That remake though? 🐂💩
@gypsydildopunks70836 ай бұрын
We used to trick our younger siblings into a closet, slam the door behind them and repeat "Freddy, Jason, Michael Myers"!!! Maybe a little cruel but super fun in the late 80s early 90s.
@gypsydildopunks70836 ай бұрын
Thanks again, buddy
@Nick-19906 ай бұрын
Elm Street 1,2,4,5 will always be the best of the series and I definitely have a soft spot for the remake
@christisrisen67746 ай бұрын
Didn't you like Dream Warriors?
@rickywilcoxson69336 ай бұрын
There are only Four films that are worth talking about. NOES 1-3 & Freddy Vs. Jason imohp.
@-Evil-Genius-6 ай бұрын
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 🎬 *Introduction to "A Nightmare on Elm Street"* - Overview of the film's influence on the horror genre, - Discussion on the opening scene's setup of Freddy Krueger as a terrifying villain, - Analysis of the narrative theme blurring the lines between dreams and reality. 03:22 🛏️ *Themes of Parental Sins and Psychological Depths* - Exploration of the recurring theme of parental sins affecting innocent children, - Analysis of Nancy's mother's overcompensation and alcoholism, - Mention of intertextuality with other horror films. 04:29 🎭 *Evaluation of the Ending and Character Dynamics* - Critique of the ending's execution and its impact, - Examination of the complex character dynamics, especially Nancy's journey, - Mention of the originality of Freddy Krueger's character. 05:22 🔪 *Freddy Krueger: The Iconic Dream Demon* - Analysis of Freddy Krueger's unique power to attack victims in their dreams, - Discussion on the creation of Freddy's character, including his appearance and name, - Recognition of Robert Englund's portrayal contributing to Freddy's cultural significance. 07:14 💀 *Creative Kill Scenes and Psychological Terror* - Appreciation for the creative and memorable kill scenes, - Comparison of Freddy's methods to other horror icons like Michael and Jason, - Highlight of Freddy's ability to manipulate victims psychologically. 08:22 👩👧👦 *Character Analysis: Nancy, Tina, and Glenn* - Examination of Nancy's character as the epitome of strength and ingenuity, - Evaluation of Tina and Glenn's roles and decision-making in the narrative, - Mention of the actors' performances and their impact on the characters. 10:11 🔪 *Iconic Death Scene: Tina's Demise* - Analysis of Tina's death scene and its impact on the narrative, - Appreciation for the innovative camera effects and storytelling techniques used, - Recognition of the scene's contribution to establishing Freddy Krueger as a formidable antagonist. 12:29 📽️ *Reception and Legacy of "A Nightmare on Elm Street"* - Discussion on the film's initial release, box office success, and critical acclaim, - Evaluation of Wes Craven's impact on the horror genre and Hollywood, - Mention of the franchise's subsequent sequels, adaptations, and cultural influence. 21:31 🎭 *Freddy Krueger's Charismatic Presence* - Analysis of Robert Englund's portrayal of Freddy Krueger with enthusiasm and command, - Appreciation for Freddy's interactions with the teens and his makeup design, - Discussion on the shift towards a more cool and less scary portrayal of Freddy in the series. 22:41 🔥 *Introduction of New Victims and Return of Survivors* - Overview of the surviving characters from the previous film and their roles in "A Nightmare on Elm Street 4", - Description of the deaths of Kincaid and Joey at the hands of Freddy Krueger, - Comparison of the reception of the film by critics and fans with an emphasis on the disappointment over recasting and character deaths. 24:18 📊 *Box Office Success and Directorial Impact* - Discussion on the financial success of "A Nightmare on Elm Street 4" and its critical reception, - Evaluation of Renny Harlin's direction, particularly in dream sequences, despite producer dissatisfaction, - Mention of the franchise's subsequent sequels, remake, and current hiatus. Made with HARPA AI
@SophaliciouS_Systematic6 ай бұрын
What an amazing voice.
@sit18156 ай бұрын
Apparently the rocks thrown at Tina’s window are supposed to be kids teeth. Creepy. ✌️🖤🤘
@Riyeko236 ай бұрын
As a huge nightmare fan I wish they would’ve went more into depth with dream warriors and Freddy’s revenge especially since a lot of fans have dream warriors and the original at the top of the list
@SplinkProductions6 ай бұрын
For me, it’s the original, “Dream Warriors” and “New Nightmare”. The others are fun-but forgettable.
@aranbuzzas80006 ай бұрын
Nailed it. I also have a soft spot for part 2.
@kikynessanez50606 ай бұрын
I freaking LOVE the first one It made me a Wes Craven fan until today And I did cried when he passed because the world lost a real talent Back to Elm Street Nightmares Robert Englund was born to play him. He did a whole complete job creating his manners and speaking tones. He made the most menacing villain ever The story in the first is well written and the movie was perfectly executed The switch in the lead, the tone, the villain and the end. IT'S A TREAT AND FREDDY KRUEGER IS THE BEST/WORST VILLAIN EVER Dude killed kids, and once stopped he came back to finish his work. THAT'S SOMETHING HUGE I'll say that the third and the fourth are pretty good, but not at the level. And then Wes Craven's New Nightmare gave me hope again Because it was pretty cool The first one was the real breaker and set a new level of horror. Specially with the whole package: plot, screen, direction, acting, setting, everything I'll forever love it And maybe I'll watch it tonight just for the nostalgia
@liamevans93536 ай бұрын
That sounds like spy glass with scream 6
@TheRibsta4206 ай бұрын
my mom was cool she loved going to the movies, esp. horror movies so when i was a little boy she would bring me all the time but i got to see all the greatest 80 horror in the theater when they came out. i reamember seeing ghostbusters, and back to te futuer but my fav was Nightmare on elm st. I was only like 4 when i seen this flick. I FREAKING LOVE THIS MOVIE! THanks for making this
@boosqueezy24186 ай бұрын
my ultimate favorite movie is noes 1
@Horror_Film_Aficionado6 ай бұрын
My favorite is dream warriors, then part 2 then the original.
@phillip-olivia6 ай бұрын
Fr bro
@erickleefeld48832 ай бұрын
Jackie Earle Haley could’ve been a great Freddy Krueger. It’s also a good thing that he wasn’t trying to be Robert Englund - or ostentatiously NOT be Robert Englund - but he was doing something creepy and scary on his own terms. The problem was the movie itself!
@Zed-fq3lj6 ай бұрын
Where are ''The Dream Warriors''? It could be the best sequel!
@sammylane216 ай бұрын
Not true. If you live outside of the town of Springwood, you'll be fine UNLESS you take a trip into Springwood. So technically speaking you CAN avoid a encounter with Freddy.
@aranbuzzas80006 ай бұрын
Tina in the body bag is one of the creepiest moments in horror.
@queenkata14336 ай бұрын
My favorites are elm street 1 and 3 and new nightmare also am I the only one that thinks joey looks like neve Campbell from scream lol 😂 tbh I love them both
@biggys4816 ай бұрын
The UK Luvs this Movie❤❤
@NotMorganFreeman.6 ай бұрын
The original NIghtmare on Elm Street, you can keep the rest.
@Mike_HuntizWet6 ай бұрын
I agree. Wiiiiith the exception of part 3😁
@shadowwarrior72186 ай бұрын
I would love you to cover DOG SOLDIERS..
@shawnbell34686 ай бұрын
Can you find "Boogeyman 2" from the late 70's or early 80's, it was the only movie I turned off at the beginning when I was 7 y/o. Near the start of the movie, a girl was compelled to shove scissors in her throat while looking out the bathroom window, that's all I remember. It might not be a part 2 it's just what was labeled on the mixed VHS tape of movies I came across. This has bugged me for years not being able to find anything like I remember, but since I was young, and scared me so much that it also could have been a nightmare, I had great nightmares back then. Hopefully JoBlo or maybe you guys out there could help me fix this and find out if the movie exists or not, I just want to face that fear again and maybe scare me like a kid again, please, and thank you.
@kevindobson37016 ай бұрын
Cover the Ninth gate Starring Johnny Depp
@kevindobson37016 ай бұрын
Cover Stigmata Starring Patricia Arquette Please
@user-zt6yu5qw3c6 ай бұрын
Great movie
@justicierodelaliga6 ай бұрын
To me the best of the series is Dream Child.
@philipbouchelle4836 ай бұрын
The best part of the remake is Jackie Earl Haley as Freddy, the rest is not good except the first kill and the concept of the micro naps was interesting. Part 3 and a new nightmare are also really good.
@Rev489546 ай бұрын
I saw the remake of a nightmare on elm street. I don’t think it was as terrible as everyone thought. I think Jackie Earl Haley could have been a good Freddie on paper but the fact that they changed the iconic makeup and the script is why I think he failed as Freddie. The old saying comes to mind, if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.
@bannof6 ай бұрын
What about the 240 minute documentary NEVER SLEEP AGAIN!
@user-zt7ky8bh5c6 ай бұрын
40 years and no good blu ray collection so sad
@KenAdams4266 ай бұрын
It is hard to make a remake with Kelly Leak
@boosqueezy24186 ай бұрын
tina was with rod because he’s hot !
@LelekPLN6 ай бұрын
Renny Harlin is Finnish though. Not Dutch
@NoApologiesWithDre692 ай бұрын
Rod was sweaty because he was high on drugs during filming. Even tho Woods did great with Maniac, he needs to stay away from NOES
@RobertHarbitzII5 ай бұрын
I thought the reboot of a nightmare on Elm Street was great
@Kat-lt6qd20 күн бұрын
I don't understand why they didn't just end it with Freddy's arm smashing through the glass & just grabbing the mother with his clawed hand. I disagree that it didn't age well, I don't think it ever looked good. To go from the brilliant sfx in the rest of the film to that was ridiculous.
@keithknight78616 ай бұрын
I don't buy the fighting air in dream master because of money...because they already payed Robert ( freddy) all he had to do was show up
@Diablokiller9993 ай бұрын
Funny how this could be seen like a metaphor for the youth of today and the parents leaving 'em with waste, pollution, habbits that destroy the earth and unstable climate
@Djp29876 ай бұрын
NOES 4
@gamleskalle16 ай бұрын
1,3,2,4,7,remake,5,6 ranking.
@boosqueezy24186 ай бұрын
they always say those who play the bad guys in the movies are the nicest guys in real life. must be something about getting to sublimate your basest instincts.
@princesssookeh6 ай бұрын
Hey! Jackie wasn't bad casting. It was just a bad movie.
@user-ph1jr9fq6cАй бұрын
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@awakenedsoul6 ай бұрын
Chill out with the ding notification sounds. Those with misophonia get triggered with anger and rage
@DeathbySkullfxxx6 ай бұрын
New Nightmares not a sequel... itd either be a reboot, or a imo a spinoff. Freddy isnt actually Freddy in it. So...
@FailedBard6 ай бұрын
No mention that the movie was inspired by news reports of the still unexplained deaths of multiple Hmong men who died in their sleep while screaming out and trying to fight something off?