Nobody does horror like Wes Craven.His films are nightmares that have haunted generations of viewers. From iconic villains to storylines that challenge our reality, Wes Craven terrorized us and twisted our expectations. Born Wesley Earl Craven on August 2, 1939, in Cleveland, Ohio, this master of horror earned degrees from Wheaton College and Johns Hopkins University before becoming a professor of humanities. He transitioned from academia to filmmaking, making his directorial debut in 1972 with The Last House on the Left. Craven contributed to many projects as director, writer, producer, editor, and actor.So here are our top five films by Wes Craven that definitely aren’t for the faint-hearted.The Best 5 Wes Craven moviesAmong the 22 films in Wes Craven's filmography, these five are our top picks!1. A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) Before Nolan made “dream manipulation” cool, “killing in a dream” had already become iconic! Freddy Krueger is a villain who will haunt you forever. Freddy wasn’t just a terrifying figure; he was also sarcastic, witty, and, dare I say, a little charming in his evil way? Furthermore, considering the extremely low budget on which this film was made, Craven's achievement in his film is a testament to his cinematic genius and expertise in horror. Craven's vision of Freddy Krueger stemmed from a childhood memory when he was 10 years old, seeing a drunk man dressed similarly to Freddy looking at him through his apartment window. This teaches us that the most effective horror often comes from real, personal...
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