Wes Craven's A Nightmare on Elm Street is a global cultural phenomenon that has given eternal life to its legacy and its villain, Freddy Krueger. FredHeads is about the fans within the A Nightmare on Elm Street community.
As A Nightmare on Elm Street continues to thrive many years after its 1984 release, fans of all ages, both nationally and internationally, are invited to share their stories. With the central theme of how being a fan can change your life, FredHeads will feature enthusiasts of all types: passionate fanatics, lifelong aficionados, cosplayers, creators, artists, filmmakers, kids, and more. The documentary will also feature insight from the stars and creatives involved in the original film series, exploring the enduring legacy, the cultural impact, and the passion of the Elm Street fan community.
Venn Pictures and Northgate Pictures have launched an Indiegogo in order to complete production on the ambitious project. Be sure to visit the campaign page and take the opportunity to contribute, while also scoring some limited edition items! Keep up to date on FredHeads updates by following the Facebook page!
FredHeads is directed by Paige Troxell.
Synopsis:
FredHeads is an independent, feature-length documentary about the fandom behind Wes Craven's A Nightmare on Elm Street. Due out in late 2018, this documentary will take you on a journey of fandom and self-discovery that wouldn't have been possible without this cult classic film from the 1980s and its eccentric main character.
Venn Pictures and Northgate Pictures have been traveling the country to interview various people - from fans to celebrities - that represent some of the FredHeads culture. Some of the interviewees include, Lisa Wilcox (actress, A Nightmare on Elm Street 4 & 5), Tuesday Night (actress, A Nightmare on Elm Street 4), Danny Hassel (actor, A Nightmare on Elm Street 4 & 5), Andras Jones (actor, A Nightmare on Elm Street 4), Toy Newkirk (actress, A Nightmare on Elm Street 4), Kelly Jo Minter (actress, A Nightmare on Elm Street 5), Ricky Dean Logan (actor, Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare), Miko Hughes (actor, Wes Craven's New Nightmare), Robert Kurtzman (special effects legend, A Nightmare on Elm Street 5), Mick Strawn (production designer, A Nightmare on Elm street 4), Roberto Lombardi (actor, Krueger fan film series), Nathan Thomas Milliner (filmmaker/artist, NECA & Shout Factory).
