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This community is dedicated to the music, movies, television, games, radio, and pop culture that defined the 1980s. It is a place for people who lived the decade, as well as those who appreciate what made it unforgettable. Members use this forum to check in during live radio blocks, share weekly listening memories, and talk about what the music, shows, and moments of the 80s bring back for them. Guests are welcome to browse selected discussions, while full participation requires registration. If you would like to understand the intent behind this community and how it is curated, you can read more here: About This Community. Explore current conversations, share your memories, and take part in a community built around real 80s experiences.
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On This Day November 9 1984 – A Nightmare on Elm Street Premiered in Theaters
On this day November 9 1984, A Nightmare on Elm Street premiered in theaters and changed the landscape of horror forever. Written and directed by Wes Craven, the film introduced audiences to one of cinema’s most terrifying figures, Freddy Krueger, a burned killer who haunts the dreams of...- Pete
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On This Day November 1, 1985 – A Nightmare On Elm Street 2: Freddys Revenge Premiered In Theaters
On this day November 1, 1985, A Nightmare On Elm Street 2: Freddys Revenge premiered in theaters, bringing the terrifying dream stalker Freddy Krueger back to the big screen. The sequel followed a new teenager named Jesse who becomes haunted and possessed by Freddy, continuing the chilling...- Pete
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On This Day August 19 1988 - A Nightmare on Elm Street 4 The Dream Master Premiered in Theaters
On this day August 19 1988, A Nightmare on Elm Street 4 The Dream Master premiered in theaters. The film continued the terrifying saga of Freddy Krueger as he returned to haunt the dreams of a new group of teenagers, with Alice Johnson emerging as an unlikely heroine. Known for its inventive...- Pete
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On This Day August 11 1989 – A Nightmare on Elm Street 5 The Dream Child Premiered in Theaters
On this day August 11 1989, A Nightmare on Elm Street 5 The Dream Child premiered in theaters nationwide. As the fifth entry in the Nightmare on Elm Street franchise, the film brought back Alice Johnson and introduced a darker chapter where Freddy Krueger returned by invading the dreams of her...- Pete
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Why 80s Horror Films Were the Best: A Golden Era of Fear and Innovation
This thread is for the general discussion of the Article Why 80s Horror Films Were the Best: A Golden Era of Fear and Innovation. Please add to the discussion here.- Pete
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Why 80s Horror Films Were the Best: A Golden Era of Fear and Innovation
The 1980s marked a pivotal moment in horror cinema, producing some of the most creative, chilling, and culturally significant films ever made. This decade is often called the golden age of horror for many reasons. With a perfect blend of innovative storytelling, practical effects, and bold...- Pete
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- Category: 80s Movies: Iconic Films, Blockbusters, and Cult Classics