Robert Englund's Memoir "Hollywood Monster" *New LA Appearance* - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

JamesG · 09-08-2009, 03:42 AM

You've seen him in the "A Nightmare on Elm Street" series -- and in your darkest dreams. The sadistic killer with the flame-charred face. The knife-blade claws. The razor-sharp wit. Freddy...But you've never seen him like this. Unflinching. Uncensored. Unmasked.

Meet Robert Englund, the award-winning actor best known for his role as Freddy Krueger - the legendary horror icon featured on the American Film Institute's "100 Greatest Heroes and Villains" roster - a character as unforgettable and enduring as Bela Lugosi's Dracula and Boris Karloff's Frankenstein. Now, for the first time, the man behind the latex mask tells his story in this captivating new memoir, published to celebrate the twenty-fifth anniversary of the first "A Nightmare on Elm Street" film.

You see, Robert Englund is no monster at all, but a deeply funny, charming Hollywood veteran. Packed with Robert's hilarious stories, playful self-deprecation, and a generous helping of never-before-revealed "A Nightmare on Elm Street" trivia, Hollywood Monster offers an unparalleled look at the beloved film icon.

With insider savvy and gallows humor, Robert recounts his audition for Wes Craven, the inspiration for Freddy's character, the grueling makeup sessions, his soon-to-be-famous costars, the often disastrous on-set blunders, and the wave of popularity that propelled this humble California surfer kid all the way to the top.

Of course, fame and fortune as Freddy came years after the young actor shared a trailer with screen legend Henry Fonda, was punched in the face by Richard Gere, took down Burt Reynolds, and muscled his way between Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sally Field, and Jeff Bridges.

But soon after his high-profile stint in the groundbreaking TV miniseries "V", Robert Englund took on the most celebrated role of his career -- the macabre and wisecracking killer who quickly became a household name. From the moment Freddy Krueger dragged his claws across a rusty pipe in the opening dream sequence, a legend had been unleashed -- and a star was born. This is his story.

11/13/09 7:00 PM at Larry Edmunds Bookshop - Hollywood Blvd. Hollywood, CA.

comedyfreak · 09-16-2009, 12:55 AM

I'm going to Burbank on Oct 9, 10, and 11 too bad it's not that weekend.

JamesG · 09-16-2009, 05:18 AM

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Originally Posted by comedyfreak

I'm going to Burbank on Oct 9, 10, and 11 too bad it's not that weekend.

Oh that really sucks...

I'm hoping that I'm going to be able to make the trip down to Jersey when this comes. I'm looking to spend the night at a friend's place Friday evening so I can head down there early Saturday morning.

I don't think I'll be doing that party event; not really interested in it.

phoebe7165 · 09-16-2009, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by JamesG

HOLLYWOOD MONSTER HALLOWEEN PARTY
Hosted by ROBERT ENGLUND

DATE: FRIDAY, OCT 23

TIME: PRE-PARTY 8PM PARTY 9PM-1AM

LOCATION: CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL CHERRY HILL, NJ
RIVERSIDE PAVILION

MUSIC! HORS DE OUVRES! COSTUME CONTEST! PRIZES!

PHOTO OPS AVAILABLE WITH ROBERT ENGLUND AND YOU
“IN THE BOILER ROOM”

Photo Ops can also be purchased individually at the show for $30

HOTEL ROOMS AVAILABLE
ASK FOR SPECIAL MONSTER-MANIA ROOM RATE
$119

CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL
Cherry Hill, NJ
Reservations: 800-227-6963
Don't wait, RESERVE YOUR ROOM NOW!

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HOLLYWOOD MONSTER BOOK SIGNING

DATE: SATURDAY OCT 24

TIME: 10AM-3PM

LOCATION: CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL CHERRY HILL, NJ
GALLERY ROOM (FORMERLY RASCALS)

The book signing is open to the public.
Books to be signed MUST be purchased at this event.
Books purchased from anywhere else are NOT eligible for free autograph.

Additional Memorabilia may be signed for $30 each. We reserve the right to limit quantities of additional memorabilia to be signed.

OF COURSE!!

Alot of my cousins live in the Cherry Hill area, and we're not going up to see them until Thanksgiving weekend!! If only this was a month later!!

My sister told me he was at the 1st Screamfest she went to but, no surprise, there were so many people trying to meet him, she couldn't even get close.

JamesG · 09-16-2009, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by phoebe7165

OF COURSE!!

Alot of my cousins live in the Cherry Hill area, and we're not going up to see them until Thanksgiving weekend!! If only this was a month later!!

My sister told me he was at the 1st Screamfest she went to but, no surprise, there were so many people trying to meet him, she couldn't even get close.

Yeah, I have heard from people who have gone to Englund's appearances that you can expect to wait on line for 4-5 hours sometimes.

JamesG · 10-14-2009, 01:43 PM

Photo Gallery: Robert Englund Hollywood Monster Signing
Source: ShockTillYouDrop.com, Photos by: Shannon Robles
October 14, 2009

This week saw the release of Hollywood Monster: A Walk Down Elm Street With the Man of Your Dreams, the memoirs of genre vet Robert Englund. The man we've known for sundry roles, including Freddy Krueger, descended on Dark Delicacies last night in Burbank, California for a book signing and Shock was there for photo ops!

Englund will next be seen in the web series "Fear Clinic" which airs this month.

http://www.shocktillyoudrop.com/news...s.php?id=12300

comedyfreak · 10-15-2009, 05:55 AM

How cool, that must have been really fun.

JamesG · 10-17-2009, 02:55 AM

Here's some video footage of Robert Englund's book signing over at Dark Delicacies - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yyTFPnetNME

JamesG · 10-30-2009, 03:35 PM

Video Interview With Robert Englund
Source: G4
October 30, 2009

G4's Attack of the Show crew caught up to actor Robert Englund for a candid chat.

The man's been mighty busy this last week talking about his new book "Hollywood Monster," hitting the radio and television circuit. Here, Englund talks about his memoirs, his time as Freddy Krueger and the upcoming remake. Enjoy!

http://www.shocktillyoudrop.com/news...s.php?id=12570

09-08-2009, 03:42 AM	#1
JamesG Freakshow Moderator Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 01, 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 57,136	Robert Englund's Memoir "Hollywood Monster" New LA Appearance You've seen him in the "A Nightmare on Elm Street" series -- and in your darkest dreams. The sadistic killer with the flame-charred face. The knife-blade claws. The razor-sharp wit. Freddy...But you've never seen him like this. Unflinching. Uncensored. Unmasked. Meet Robert Englund, the award-winning actor best known for his role as Freddy Krueger - the legendary horror icon featured on the American Film Institute's "100 Greatest Heroes and Villains" roster - a character as unforgettable and enduring as Bela Lugosi's Dracula and Boris Karloff's Frankenstein. Now, for the first time, the man behind the latex mask tells his story in this captivating new memoir, published to celebrate the twenty-fifth anniversary of the first "A Nightmare on Elm Street" film. You see, Robert Englund is no monster at all, but a deeply funny, charming Hollywood veteran. Packed with Robert's hilarious stories, playful self-deprecation, and a generous helping of never-before-revealed "A Nightmare on Elm Street" trivia, Hollywood Monster offers an unparalleled look at the beloved film icon. With insider savvy and gallows humor, Robert recounts his audition for Wes Craven, the inspiration for Freddy's character, the grueling makeup sessions, his soon-to-be-famous costars, the often disastrous on-set blunders, and the wave of popularity that propelled this humble California surfer kid all the way to the top. Of course, fame and fortune as Freddy came years after the young actor shared a trailer with screen legend Henry Fonda, was punched in the face by Richard Gere, took down Burt Reynolds, and muscled his way between Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sally Field, and Jeff Bridges. But soon after his high-profile stint in the groundbreaking TV miniseries "V", Robert Englund took on the most celebrated role of his career -- the macabre and wisecracking killer who quickly became a household name. From the moment Freddy Krueger dragged his claws across a rusty pipe in the opening dream sequence, a legend had been unleashed -- and a star was born. This is his story. 11/13/09 7:00 PM at Larry Edmunds Bookshop - Hollywood Blvd. Hollywood, CA.
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09-16-2009, 12:55 AM	#2
comedyfreak Cheers! Forum Fanatic Join Date: Dec 14, 2005 Location: Sunny California Posts: 11,060	I'm going to Burbank on Oct 9, 10, and 11 too bad it's not that weekend.
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10-14-2009, 01:43 PM	#6
JamesG Freakshow Moderator Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 01, 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 57,136	Photo Gallery: Robert Englund Hollywood Monster Signing Source: ShockTillYouDrop.com, Photos by: Shannon Robles October 14, 2009 This week saw the release of Hollywood Monster: A Walk Down Elm Street With the Man of Your Dreams, the memoirs of genre vet Robert Englund. The man we've known for sundry roles, including Freddy Krueger, descended on Dark Delicacies last night in Burbank, California for a book signing and Shock was there for photo ops! Englund will next be seen in the web series "Fear Clinic" which airs this month. http://www.shocktillyoudrop.com/news...s.php?id=12300 Attached Images

10-15-2009, 05:55 AM	#7
comedyfreak Cheers! Forum Fanatic Join Date: Dec 14, 2005 Location: Sunny California Posts: 11,060	How cool, that must have been really fun.

10-17-2009, 02:55 AM	#8
JamesG Freakshow Moderator Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 01, 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 57,136	Here's some video footage of Robert Englund's book signing over at Dark Delicacies - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yyTFPnetNME

10-30-2009, 03:35 PM	#9
JamesG Freakshow Moderator Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 01, 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 57,136	Video Interview With Robert Englund Source: G4 October 30, 2009 G4's Attack of the Show crew caught up to actor Robert Englund for a candid chat. The man's been mighty busy this last week talking about his new book "Hollywood Monster," hitting the radio and television circuit. Here, Englund talks about his memoirs, his time as Freddy Krueger and the upcoming remake. Enjoy! http://www.shocktillyoudrop.com/news...s.php?id=12570