Great idea, but too old to be a real horror film

Rating: 7/10 (17 July 2006)

This is a new idea brought to us by Wes Craven. You can't fall asleep, lest your nightmares should attack you. It begins with four teenagers, all of whom had the same nightmare about a man with knives for fingers. They soon find out that he's more than a dream.
This movie leaves you constantly in awe of the ideas behind it. Craven's creativity allows you to see past the outdated special effects. Nightmare is a classic for a reason. The plot itself is what scares most people. Whenever you're scared of something, a person might tell you "Sleep on it, and you'll feel better in the morning.", but here, that's out of the question.
Recommended for anyone who wants to see a good movie, but not be scared senseless.