'A Nightmare On Elm Street' could turn into a dream

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Horror icon Freddy Krueger gets his revenge again with the resurrection of A Nightmare on Elm Street, and should make a killing at the US box office this weekend.

Followers of the seven previous installments from the 1980s and 90s will be curious to see Jackie Earle Haley as the new Freddy and the film has appeal for a new generation of fright fans.

Also opening this weekend, the comedy Furry Vengeance may replace How to Train Your Dragon for family fare. The vengeful critters who take on Brendan Fraser and Brooke Shields are likely to take the second spot.

With the 3D film released more than a month ago, it is likely that Nightmare will be the big blockbuster in the US this weekend.

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