Krueger: Another Tale from Elm Street
Krueger: Another Tale from Elm Street

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Krueger: Another Tale from Elm Street

2013
Movie
7 min
English

In Springwood, long before he became a demon of dreams, Freddy Krueger stalked the streets under another name - The Springwood Slasher. A little girl will learn why she should never get into a stranger's car.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Michaelangelo D'AndreaGenres: Horror, Short, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of teenagers decides to explore an abandoned house rumored to be haunted. As they venture deeper into the dilapidated structure, they awaken a malevolent entity that stalks them one by one. The film plays on the fears of being trapped and the unseen forces that lurk in the shadows.

Critical Reception

As a short film, 'Krueger: Another Tale from Elm Street' received limited distribution and critical review. It is generally seen as a fan-made or independent production that attempts to capture the spirit of the original Elm Street franchise. Its reception is largely confined to online horror communities and film festival circuits, where it is appreciated for its atmosphere and attempts to recreate iconic horror elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric tension and effective jump scares within its short runtime.

  • Some viewers noted the film's homage to the classic 'A Nightmare on Elm Street' series.

  • Criticism sometimes pointed to the typical limitations of independent short films in terms of production value and narrative depth.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this short film is not widely available. However, similar independent horror shorts often receive comments appreciating the effort and creative vision, while also acknowledging the challenges inherent in low-budget productions.

Fun Fact

This short film is an independent production and is not officially part of the 'A Nightmare on Elm Street' franchise, but rather a fan-made tribute or reimagining of Freddy Krueger's character and world.

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