05-13-2010, 02:32 AM
Okay all, forgive me if this seems like a shameless bit of self-promotion...but, I wanted to share this compendium/collection of reviews with all of you for a few different reasons.First, if you're still "on the fence" about picking up a copy of our documentary, I wanted to share these critiques with you to perhaps sway you in the direction of "taking the plunge". Second, I figured...what better place to share the reviews than on a forum containing some of THE biggest Fred Heads on the planet?!Anyway...the online critics have spoken…and they’re declaring our documentary, <i>NEVER SLEEP AGAIN: THE ELM STREET LEGACY</i> an absolute must-own for horror fans everywhere! Check it out:“<i>NEVER SLEEP AGAIN</i> truly does do justice to the E<i>LM STREET</i> legacy, and even the most die-hard devotees are guaranteed to hear and see a wealth of stories and content they’ve never been aware of before. Fedoras off to the team responsible for this high-water mark in genre documentaries…” - Fangoria.com“There’s a lot to love about <i>Never Sleep Again</i>, and virtually nothing to hate. It’s not only an expertly crafted film about a beloved horror franchise, it‘s also a film about the legacy of New Line Cinema, and ultimately, a film about the horror genre as a whole. Frankly, you won’t find a horror documentary better than this one” - Bloody-Disgusting.com ”These are the kinds of in-depth yet light-hearted gems fans care about, not the paint-by-numbers stuff your average studio-produced DVD extra disc is going to be likely to contain. <i>Never Sleep Again</i> was made by genre fans who approach it from a place of love, but more importantly by filmmakers who understand that nothing is precious and nothing is off-limits.” - Horror.com“<i>Never Sleep Again </i>is a truly exhaustive look back at a series that obviously has meant a lot to many people. It’s a reminder of what makes <i>A Nightmare on Elm Street</i> so special in the first place. The <i>Nightmare</i> legacy is one that will endure forever, and <i>Never Sleep Again</i> reinforces this. For <i>Nightmare</i> fans, this truly is the ultimate love letter, and it’s proof that the nightmare will never truly end.” - Oh! The Horror.com“Veteran horror fans, casual viewers of the original series, and even disgruntled moviegoers who didn’t feel satisfied by the current NOES remake could do much worse than checking out this amazing documentary, which is probably the best of it’s kind in the annals of horror. It serves as a reminder of just how big the franchise was in the eighties and nineties, and how popular the character of Freddy burnt toast still is today.” - Suite101.com“Despite the marathon running time, <i>NEVER SLEEP AGAIN</i> is never boring. The interview segments are expertly cut together to create a remarkably smooth narrative, and the anecdotes, trivia and reminisces are remarkably engaging. For fans of Freddy Kruger and the <i>NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET</i> films, <i>NEVER SLEEP AGAIN</i> is a treasure trove of behind-the-scenes stories and an affectionate celebration of the franchise’s place in horror movie history. It’s also great to see the stars of the movies (minus Johnny Depp, unfortunately) as they are today, reflecting on their <i>ELM STREET</i> experiences. Highly recommended.” - DVDLateShow.com“…it’s a must own for any Freddy fan” - Harry Knowles, Ain’t It Cool News“There is so much to love about taking this late night stroll down <i>Elm Street</i>, that it makes me excited to be a fan again. <i>Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy</i> is a dream come true for <i>Nightmare</i> fans. This is a wealth of information that will surprise, excite, and shock you. It is an honest and insightful look at the franchise that is an absolute must own. While I enjoyed the fluffy nature of <i>His Name Was Jason</i>, this is a much more satisfying watch that stands head and shoulders above the horror documentaries that came before. So, if you know what’s good for you, ‘Don’t…fall…asleep!’ until you finish watching this incredible two-disc <i>Nightmare on Elm Street</i> bit of goodness!” - JoBlo.com (Arrow in the Head DVD Reviews)“Detailed, informative and truly exhaustive, <i>Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy</i> provides the most extensive and fascinating look at the <i>Nightmare on Elm Street</i> franchise seen to date. With solid narration by Heather Langenkamp and more interviews than should be able to fit on two DVD’s, this is a treasure of a set with solid technical aspects and a true wealth of special features. The interviews don’t shy away from the problems of the franchise but they don’t dwell on them either, allowing for an engrossing and very worthwhile story of the films laid side by side with the rise of New Line Cinema. Without equivocation or doubt, this film is truly a must-own for any <i>Elm Street</i> fan. Final score: 10/10 - Virtually Perfect” - 411mania.com“Lets start a movement: I think the folks behind this new release, <i>NEVER SLEEP AGAIN: THE ELM STREET LEGACY</i> should be made the official documentary film makers of horror. That’s right, if a retrospective of a horror film, franchise, actor, actress, anything horror related is being considered then these are the folks that should do it. <i>NEVER SLEEP AGAIN</i> is not just good it is exceptional. Jaw droppingly complete and massively entertaining <i>NEVER SLEEP AGAIN</i> chronicles the birth and life of an icon.” -HouseOfHorrors.com“I am already completely blown away…this may well be the greatest DVD ever released and it is without question…the best horror documentary I have ever seen. This is truly an <i>Elm Street</i> fan’s wet dream and if you are in fact one of these fans, your life (and collection) is really not complete without it. What the incredible and comprehensive book Crystal Lake Memories did for the <i>Friday The 13th</i> franchise, <i>Never Sleep Again</i> does for <i>Elm Street</i> - for this, I am eternally grateful to all who were involved in making it. Fred Heads, our holy grail has arrived.” - FreddyInSpace.com“This truly is an excellent documentary for both casual <i>Nightmare</i> fans and <i>Nightmare</i> aficionados, as even the diest of die hard fans, who have scoured the earth for information related to the series for the last 26 years, will still hear and/or see many things in this that they previously had not known. It’s the absolute best horror documentary I have ever seen, and frankly, I would be inclined to hazard a guess that it is the best horror documentary ever made, period. In fact, I don’t think it too presumptuous to state right now that this amazing horror documentary might never be bested. Ever. Incredibly easy recommendation for <i>Nightmare</i> fans, and quite likely even worth a look for horror fans in general who might not be into the <i>Nightmare</i> series. This documentary might even change their mind. It’s just brilliant. Truly. Overall score: 10/10.” - The Thoughtful Game“<i>Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy</i>, is one of those projects that is so overflowing with love and intelligence, that it will fill up absolutely anyone with even a cursory interest in the power of stories, or fantastic imagery. The embrace of the phantasmagorical nature, not just of its primary focus or horror in general, but of art and humanity, is a beautiful, wonderful thing. I cannot possibly recommend you see it enough, whether you’re a series devotee or far more casual. It is not enough to make mere mention of the wealth of the information – what must be so clearly pinpointed here is the weight of it all; the sense of turmoil these people have endeavored to overcome, in order to leave an impression on the people, and the mind. Freddy isn’t dead. <i>Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy</i> deserves every single word of the praise it’s been getting. It is an inspirational work of art on every level.” - JustPressPlay.net‘Nuff said. If you haven’t already…pick up your copy today and receive a free poster autographed by Heather Langenkamp herself!www.elmstreetlegacy.com
Cheers,Ryan
