It is only appropriate that news of horror master Wes Craven’s death broke last night while the second episode of Fear the Walking Dead was being aired. Those of us who grew up in the 80s and 90s, the sweet spot of Craven films, all have fond memories of seeing his movies. I remember seeing so many in the theater but I also remember groups of high school friends getting together to rent Shocker and having a great time seeing such a cheesy horror film played in vivid VHS.
Thinking how far the genre has evolved since Craven came along so many decades ago inspired us to get together and hold an impromptu, geek web-site wake for the beloved director of so many horror classics. Jump after the break to read about our favorite Craven films and more!

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