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He taught English at Westminster College in Pennsylvania, and was also a high school teacher. He directed the drama “Music of the Heart,” based on the true story of a woman, who taught violin to underprivileged children in Harlem. He directed his first feature film In 1972 , “Last House on the Left.” He directed the first four movies of the “Scream” franchise starring Neve Campbell and Courteney Cox. His most famous creation was the serial killer Freddy Krueger, who, with his razor-blade glove, haunted the dreams of teens in “A Nightmare on Elm Street.” Today’s dead celebrity is Wes Craven.
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New York Times Obituary for Wes Craven
Master of Cinema, Wes Craven documentary
1997 Charlie Rose interview with Wes Craven
Wes Craven interviews on Fresh Air archives
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