Acclaimed horror writer-director Wes Craven has died from brain cancer, the Hollywood Reporter reports. He was 76.
Craven was internationally known for his horror films, including such classics of the genre as the 1984 film A Nightmare on Elm Street and Scream. A Nightmare on Elm Street saw the creation of the iconic horror character Freddie Krueger, who scared and thrilled audiences in various films, TV shows and video games.
I wasn't aware that he'd been ill. I have to admit, I don't think I've ever seen A Nightmare on Elm Street...it permeates pop culture so obviously I'm aware of it, but yeah, I don't think I've ever seen it. If I have, it was a long, long time ago, and I've forgotten it. I have seen the first two Scream movies though. Difficult to grow up in the 90s and not have caught those at some point. RIP.
