The movie A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master was released in theaters, continuing the Nightmare on Elm Street franchise.
Principal photography for A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master began, marking the start of production for the fourth installment of the series.
Freddy Krueger, the infamous dream killer, is resurrected and begins his quest to terrorize and kill the teenagers of Springwood.
Alice Johnson, a shy and introverted girl, is introduced as the protagonist. She is deeply affected by the deaths of her friends in Freddy's attacks.
Alice's friends Kristen, Dan, and Joey are killed by Freddy in their dreams, showcasing Freddy's increasing power and cruelty.
After surviving her encounters with Freddy, Alice gains the ability to absorb her friends' strengths and powers within the dream world, becoming the Dream Master.
Freddy is seemingly vanquished and the nightmare ends, but a hint is given that Freddy may return in the future.
