In the case of actors, one must «have a minimum of three
theatrical feature film credits, in all of which the roles played were scripted roles, one of which was released in the past five years, and all of which are of a caliber that reflect the high standards of the Academy.»
Outside of his Nightmare appearances, Englund's most significant
credits were his one - shot directorial stint on the
theatrical feature 976 - EVIL (1988); his characterization of the title role in a medium - budget
film adaptation of Phantom of the Opera (1989); and his hosting chores on the Craven - produced TV anthology Nightmare Café (1992).
Special
Features: • Brand new 2K transfer from the original camera negative • High Definition Blu - ray (1080p) and Standard Definition DVD presentations • Optional English SDH subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing • Audio commentary with co-writer and producer Mardi Rustam, make - up artist Craig Reardon and stars Roberta Collins, William Finley and Kyle Richards • New introduction to the
film by director Tobe Hooper • Brand new interview with Hooper • My Name is Buck: Star Robert Englund discusses his acting career • The Butcher of Elmendorf: The Legend of Joe Ball — The story of the South Texas bar owner on whom Eaten Alive is loosely based • 5ive Minutes with Marilyn Burns — The star of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre talks about working on Eaten Alive • The Gator Creator: archival interview with Hooper • Original
theatrical trailers for the
film under its various titles Eaten Alive, Death Trap, Starlight Slaughter and Horror Hotel • US TV and Radio Spots • Alternate
credits sequence • Reversible sleeve
featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Gary Pullin • Collector's booklet
featuring new writing on the
film, illustrated with original archive stills and posters