The Comics and Horror Worlds Respond to the Loss of Wes Craven
It's been less than an hour since news broke of the death of horror master Wes Craven, and as [...]
It's been less than an hour since news broke of the death of horror master Wes Craven, and as you might expect, his life and legacy are already being discussed and dissected on social media.
Besides his genre-defining (and genre-bending) work, Craven is being remembered for his kindness, humanity and humor.
Here are some of the best, most profound, touching or otherwise notable responses to the passing of a horror legend.
My friend Wes has left us too soon. He was truly an Old School director. I had a great time directing him. I'm REALLY gonna miss him.
Posted by Director John Carpenter on Sunday, August 30, 2015
RIP Wes Craven. You were one of a kind. Thanks for all the years of scares and fun.
— Paul Feig (@paulfeig) August 31, 2015
Stunned 2 learn of Wes Craven's passing. Just doesn't seem possible. Wasn't it yesterday we were in the swamps 2gether? O Wes, what a loss.
— Adrienne Barbeau (@abarbeau) August 31, 2015
Master of horror, @WesCraven, has passed. Thank you for your legendary contribution to our show and the entire genre. https://t.co/sOQgpzA1O9
— SCREAM (@MTVScream) August 31, 2015
RIP Wes Craven...you brought me many thrills and nightmares
— Gerard Way (@gerardway) August 31, 2015
I'm sorry, but my generation isn't so crowded with geniuses that the world can afford to lose Oliver Sacks and Wes Craven in the same day.
— Travis Beacham (@travisbeacham) August 31, 2015
Sad about Wes Craven. He changed the way horror films are made. Have always loved "Serpent and the Rainbow." We owe him.
— Glen Morgan (@GlenMrgn) August 31, 2015
The genre of horror lost a true champion and innovator. Rest in peace. Wes Craven. You will be missed.
— Matthew Dow Smith (@matthewdowsmith) August 31, 2015
Ugh. RIP Wes Craven. Nightmare was hugely influential for me, but Hills Have Eyes, Last House, Serpent and the Rainbow esp. True master
— Scott Snyder (@Ssnyder1835) August 31, 2015
So we have lost the movie maker, Wes Craven. Sorry to hear it. Thanks to Jason G. and others who brought the... https://t.co/BMkVBvfxVE
— Anne Rice (@AnneRiceAuthor) August 31, 2015
Working with you was one of the greatest experiences of my life. The world lost a legend. RIP Wes Craven. Much love pic.twitter.com/X1GMrbpqkD
— James CullenBressack (@JamesCullenB) August 31, 2015
Wes Craven made me (and most everyone else who aspired that I've ever met in my life) want to make horror movies. Indelible and eternal.
— Joe Harris (@joeharris) August 31, 2015
Today the world lost a great man, my friend and mentor, Wes Craven. My heart goes out to his family. x
— Courteney Cox (@CourteneyCox) August 31, 2015
It physically hurts my heart to see photos of Craven right now. He was the first horror icon for so many of us. Thank you, and rest in peace
— Ted Geoghegan (@tedgeoghegan) August 31, 2015
Wes Craven, a true pioneer in the horror genre, has passed away at 76. Thx for all the chills and thrills, sir.
— Richard Roeper (@richardroeper) August 31, 2015
Can't believe the news. Heartfelt sadness and deepest condolences with the passing of Wes Craven. Truly one of my biggest inspirations. #rip
— James Wan (@creepypuppet) August 31, 2015
Just heartbroken to hear of Wes Craven's passing. His movies meant so much to me. https://t.co/oJqwVUPKBa
— Robot Chicken (@cyborgturkey) August 31, 2015
He was a kind, gentle and intelligent man. I started my career with this family. Thank you, Wes. Be in peace.
— julieplec (@julieplec) August 31, 2015
Oh, Wes Craven. RIP. Anyone who hasn’t seen Deadly Blessing, watch it this week in memory of a very fun filmmaker.
— Scott Allie (@ScottAllie) August 31, 2015
"What's your favorite scary movie?" Pretty much anything Wes Craven directed. Sleep well, good sir, and don't let Freddy get you.
— Andy Herren (@AndyHerren) August 31, 2015
Oh no. Wes Craven, RIP. I got to talk to him about a project last year and he was so gracious and wise. What a loss.
— Ray Fawkes (@rayfawkes) August 31, 2015
Wes Craven may have passed away, but he will never die. He will always be there in our nightmares.
— Kevin Maguire (@maguirekevin) August 31, 2015
.cc @SuzeLanier Wes Craven passed today. May he est in peace...as he never let us! https://t.co/sj07QBbIgg
— Morgan Fairchild (@morgfair) August 31, 2015
Weren't we lucky to have that first Nightmare on Elm Street? Weren't we lucky to have Wes Craven?
— Joe Hill (@joe_hill) August 31, 2015
And under-rated classic by Wes Craven, probably my favorite of his films. May he Rest in Peace. pic.twitter.com/Jn16uC47FJ
— David F Walker (@DavidWalker1201) August 31, 2015
I met Wes Craven in Chicago in 2012 and he could not have been less terrifying. I miss him.
— John Hodgman (@hodgman) August 31, 2015
Oh man, not Wes Craven. Rats.
— devon sawa (@DevonESawa) August 31, 2015
Thanks for such smart, fun scares, Wes Craven. And for this, too. pic.twitter.com/cl8FU0Zvoq
— Chris Ryall (@chris_ryall) August 31, 2015
More to come, certainly.
Expect to see quite a bit of discussion of Craven and his legacy in the coming week, here and elsewhere.