Product Details

• Actors: Heather Langenkamp, Robert Englund, Wes Craven
• Directors: Arlene Marechal
• Producers: Heather Langenkamp
• Format: DVD, Widescreen, Color, Anamorphic
• Region: All Regions
• Studio: Some Pig Productions
• Run Time: 120 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B0050DAQ6A
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #132,677 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

Product Description: I Am Nancy looks back at Heather Langenkamp's career playing "Nancy Thompson", the girl who fought Freddy Krueger in three Nightmare On Elm Street films. As she ponders, "Why Freddymania and not Nancymania?" Heather comes to appreciate the importance of heroes like Nancy in our new age of monsters.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars "I AM Nancy..." July 14, 2011

By William Nugent

I can't begin to tell you how much I've enjoyed this documentary! Not only is it a wealth of information, but it contains so much of Heather's personality that you feel like you are right there with her. I've had the wonderful opportunity to meet her twice and she is so approachable and caring. I went through many years of problems regarding myself and my place in this world. I use to watch ANOES repeatedly and always rallied behind Nancy fighting Freddy. I didn't realize till so many years later and after watching this DVD that the reason I enjoyed these "Nightmare" movies and characters like "Nancy" & "Jesse" was because they were fighters and I didn't have the strength to fight for myself, so they were my hero's when I couldn't find one in me. I guess I've come full circle regarding that and after seeing this documentary, I'm thankful it has been made. Maybe others can find that strength too.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Whatever you do...don't pass this up! July 14, 2011

By NancyTOfElmSt

In horror films, the heroes or heroines are usually always overshadowed by the villain on a large scale. But does that mean that the villains are the only ones who are important? Why do so many people like these evil characters anyway? This is what Heather explores in her documentary!!! In this outstanding love letter to the world of fandom, Heather seeks to find where her beloved character of Nancy stands in the world of well known horror icon, Freddy Krueger! The beautiful thing about this documentary is that Heather is a fan of Nancy herself. When she takes you on this journey through the world of conventions, you feel as though you're right there with Heather, talking to these fans and listening to their stories. Heather is an extremely kind, funny, compassionate, intelligent, and welcoming person and you see so much of that in I AM NANCY. The documentary is absolutely charming. I waited two almost three months from its release so i could have my first time seeing it be on the big screen at this summer's Days of the Dead convention and I can tell you that i was NOT disappointed! I am a huge fan of Nancy and I've always felt that she deserved a lot more recognition than she first received. Nancy is who I believe to be the greatest horror heroine of all time, and she is without a doubt my favorite CHARACTER of all time. Nancy is strong, resourceful, loyal, compassionate, unwavering, and intelligent. Whats so amazing about Nancy is that she is the typical girl next door and she defeats evil without the use of any super powers. This reminds audiences that you don't have to have supernatural forces working with you to obtain greatness, all you need is your own strength and will to overcome an obstacle!... When you watch this, you will see the Nancy inside a lot of fan leap out of the screen from some of these stories. I do not want to spoil it but I promise you that you will not be disappointed. This documentary is brilliant and extremely inspirational, the ending brings me to tears every time! Along with fantastic moments captured on the screen, this documentary is assisted by superb editing and direction to convey its purpose. I love this with all of my heart and it will forever be a treasure that i will pass along to as many people as possible. I am proud to say that I AM NANCY :) Read more ›

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars I Am Nancy May 7, 2012

By 82JOSEPH

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I love "Nancy" a.k.a. Heather Langenkamp my whole life I've never not known who Nancy was. I love this dvd Heather Langenkamp if you see this "Thank You" and when I'm going threw it at bad times I always remember wwnd "I Am Nancy" :))

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST for any fan! June 27, 2011

By ikepad

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If you are a Nightmare on Elm Street fan - you MUST watch this video. Heather is great in this movie and did a great job.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant! June 13, 2011

By K. Pritchett

I have watched this documentary 10 times and I never get tired of watching it! As a huge Nightmare on Elm Street fan, I was extremely excited that there was going to be a documentary dedicated to Nancy Thompson, and trust me, I AM NANCY truly does the character justice. There are really funny parts, really serious parts, and a few really touching moments, and the film is edited so well that it all flows together. I have been recommended this documentary to so many people, and I will continue doing so because it is BRILLIANT! True Nightmare on Elm Street fans, especially Nancy fans, will definitely enjoy it. And I love that Heather Langenkamp is so proud of this character and wants to remind people what a heroine she really was. Heather, Arlene, and everyone else involved in making this documentary, I just have to say great work, and thank you for reminding this world just how special Nancy is. Watch this documentary, everyone! You won't be disappointed!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars This Film is fantastic! June 13, 2011

By Mute21

I have watched this documentary 8 times and I still laugh every time! If you are a true "A Nightmare on Elm Street" fan I don't know how you could not watch this film. There was so much thought put into it by Heather and Arlene (the star and director) and they really to a great job honoring the fans that were so open to share their stories.

Heather is on a mission in this movie to see what Nancy (the heroine) means to fans. We all know and love Freddy, but without Nancy who would Freddy have to battle? Nancy is the strongest of the Nightmare on Elm Street leading ladies and should be honored as such. What surprised me when I first watched the film was how it was so funny, and yet it really took a look at the more serious side of the Nancy story and how the courage of Heather's character has helped other people. There are also some wonderful interviews with Wes Craven, Robert Englund, and Jessica Craven (Wes' daughter) exploring the legacy of NOES and the character of Nancy.

I have become very passionate about this project and I feel like it is actually pretty hard to put into words of how amazing it actually is. The best thing I can say is it is worth watching... again and again and again! So after you leave this page go to [...] or buy it here at amazon and get your copy now. Go ahead, I'll wait!