'Dylan's New Nightmare' acts as an unofficial sequel to 'Wes Craven's New Nightmare,' one of the most unique and high concept installments in the 'Nightmare on Elm Street' franchise. This sh... Read all'Dylan's New Nightmare' acts as an unofficial sequel to 'Wes Craven's New Nightmare,' one of the most unique and high concept installments in the 'Nightmare on Elm Street' franchise. This short film picks up 25 years after the events of 'New Nightmare' and follows Dylan Porter (M... Read all'Dylan's New Nightmare' acts as an unofficial sequel to 'Wes Craven's New Nightmare,' one of the most unique and high concept installments in the 'Nightmare on Elm Street' franchise. This short film picks up 25 years after the events of 'New Nightmare' and follows Dylan Porter (Miko Hughes), the young son of Heather Langenkamp, now a grown man trying to make his way i... Read all
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Cecil Laird takes over the director's chair for this unofficial sequel, but don't worry... he does a great job respecting what Wes Craven created, so the tone of the original films are somewhat there, but there is a little bit change.
Dave McRae really brought out some characteristics of Freddy from the previous Elm Street films. It was clear that he studied the mannerisms because I was convinced it was Robert Englund under that makeup.
Miko Hughes is the biggest highlight for me. He did a terrific job playing a traumatized adult version of Dylan's Porter. I really wish we got more scenes with him facing Freddy.
Overall, Dylan's New Nightmare is a definite must see for anyone who is a fan of the Elm Street films.
The story has a good build up and doesn't veer away from what's happening with Dylan, the feel of Horror feels very familiar and the camera work very well shot. Another highlight is Dave McRae the portrayal of Freddy, the performance is a sure win on giving A Nightmare on Elm Street fans the vintage Freddy. The cast has a good balance and each plays well on the story. We also see another way of Freddy re entering the real world from Dylans past memories of Freddy and using him as a portalscape.
This is a fan film worth looking into with its new direction with the old vibe we all enjoy in a classic Horror film let alone franchise. Freddy is terrifying once again and is certain to cut into your life.
I wish this was a full feature-length film. Anyone who is a fan of the Elm Street films should definitely watch this. We need more.
With a story that plays off of cannon characters and creative, horrific nightmare scenes- my only complaint is that it was too short. It definitely leaves the audience wanting more.
I could definitely see this as the first half-hour of a legitimate Hollywood film. Kudos to the creators, they must've worked their butts-off to get that kind of production value from a fan-made short film budget.
While not all of the acting is top-notch, the lead is fantastic. To get that kind of performance into a horror short is nothing short of amazing.
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- TriviaAccording to director Cecil Laird, there are supposed to be three to four more parts to the Dylan's New Nightmare story.
- Quotes
Freddy Krueger: [to Dylan] Little piggy, we never got to play our favorite game. SKIN THE CAT!
- SoundtracksRunning from this Dream Warrior
Performed by Nancy and the Nightmares
Musical arrangement by Michael Onak (as Michael A. Onak)
Lyrical arrangement by Jaime En Fuego
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- $30,000 (estimated)
- Runtime35 minutes
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