The Secret Easter Eggs in Freddy Krueger's Costume That Only Fans Know

 

Freddy Krueger, the iconic villain from the horror franchise "A Nightmare on Elm Street," has been scaring audiences since 1984. Known for his razor-sharp glove and burned face, Freddy has become a pop culture icon. However, there are some hidden secrets in his costume that only true fans know about. Let's take a look at some of the Easter eggs in Freddy Krueger's costume.

 

Green and Red Sweater

Freddy's green and red striped sweater has become his signature look. But did you know that there is a reason behind those colors? Wes Craven, the creator of "A Nightmare on Elm Street," chose green and red because they are opposite on the color wheel and create a visual disturbance. This makes it difficult for the eyes to adjust, causing discomfort and unease. It's a subtle detail, but it adds to the overall effectiveness of Freddy's menacing appearance.

 

Burned Makeup

One of the most recognizable features of Freddy Krueger is his burned face. The makeup used to create this look is incredibly detailed and realistic, but did you know that there are hidden Easter eggs in the burned makeup? The design of the burns on Freddy's face is actually based on real burn victims. Makeup artist David B. Miller studied photographs of burn victims to create a realistic look for Freddy. Additionally, the makeup team added subtle details to the burns, such as a smiley face and the word "dead," to give the character even more depth.

 

The Glove

Freddy's glove is another iconic part of his costume. The glove has four blades, which are made out of copper and brass. But did you know that the glove itself has a hidden Easter egg? The glove is made from a leather gardening glove that has been modified with the blades attached. However, the original glove used in the films had a name embroidered on it - "Fred." The name was later removed, but it's a fun Easter egg for fans to spot.

 

Sweater Variations

Freddy Krueger is known for his signature green and red striped sweater, but there have been variations of the sweater throughout the "A Nightmare on Elm Street" franchise. In "A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge," Freddy wears a red and black striped sweater. This change was intentional, as the sequel had a different director and was taking the franchise in a different direction. The sweater change was meant to signify the shift in the franchise's tone and direction. Additionally, in "Freddy vs. Jason," Freddy wears a black and green striped sweater as a nod to Jason Voorhees, the villain from the "Friday the 13th" franchise, who also wears a black and green outfit. While Freddy's green and red striped sweater will always be his most iconic look, the variations in the franchise's sequels and cross-over films add to the character's complexity and depth. Fans of the franchise can appreciate the attention to detail in the varying sweaters and how they reflect the changes in the franchise's direction.

 

Holes in the Hat

Freddy's fedora is another iconic part of his look. However, did you know that there are hidden Easter eggs in the hat? In some of the films, the hat has holes in it. These holes are a nod to the fact that Freddy's hat was made from a real fedora that had been damaged. Rather than replace the hat, the filmmakers decided to keep the damaged hat and incorporate it into the character's look.

 

In conclusion, these are just a few of the Easter eggs hidden in Freddy Krueger's costume. The attention to detail in his costume and character design is what has made him such an iconic villain. For true fans of the franchise, spotting these hidden details adds to the overall enjoyment of the films.