Cinefantastique Magazine – July 1988 – Freddy Krueger / Nightmare on Elm Street (VG)
This July 1988 issue of Cinefantastique delves into the worldwide impact of Freddy Krueger and the Nightmare on Elm Street franchise, offering behind-the-scenes insights into one of horror’s most enduring icons. The magazine is in very good condition, with only minor wear on the edges—an excellent copy for its age. The item pictured is the exact copy you will receive. Please review all photos for condition purposes. We offer combined shipping upon request, and each magazine is shipped in a protective plastic covering.
Contents
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Short Circuit 2 – Johnny 5 returns in a sequel packed with effects and location challenges. Preview by Gary Kimber (p.4)
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Freddy Krueger—The Phenomenon – A comprehensive look at the cultural dominance of A Nightmare on Elm Street, with commentary on Wes Craven’s exit from the series. Articles by Frederick S. Clarke & Dann Gire (p.6)
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Remaking The Blob – Chuck Russell reimagines the 1950s horror classic with cutting-edge effects and a new lead heroine. Preview by Steve Biodrowski (p.13)
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Hell Comes to Frogtown – An inside story about production mishaps and escalating budgets on this unusual video feature. Article by Steve Biodrowski (p.18)
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Outer Heat – A futuristic buddy-cop thriller with sci-fi and political undertones. Preview by Patrick Hobby (p.21)
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Troma’s War – A profile of Troma Entertainment’s irreverent approach to exploitation filmmaking. Article by Dan Persons (p.22)
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Child’s Play – Tom Holland’s horror-fantasy introduces the sinister Chucky doll. Preview by Steven Jongeward (p.24)
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Phantasm II – Don Coscarelli discusses reviving the Tall Man and revisits the making of the 1979 cult hit. Articles by Eric Gilmartin & Robert Salzer (p.26)
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Moontrap – Walter Koenig stars in a retro-styled sci-fi adventure filmed in Detroit. Preview by Sue Urman (p.32)
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Poltergeist III – Coverage of Gary Sherman’s Chicago-set sequel and an on-set interview with Heather O’Rourke. Article by Sharon Williams (p.34)
Departments: Coming (p.12), Reviews (p.44), Film Ratings (p.52), Letters (p.62).
A superb addition for horror and fantasy collectors, this issue captures the late 1980s genre landscape, with standout coverage of Freddy Krueger and other cult favorites.


