[kylactus]

Englund is 5'9 so with the Freddy hat on that would make him look like 6'-6'1", so maybe they wanted a more physically dramatic size difference to illustrate that Jason had the physical advantage? (personally I'd bet it came down to either money, or some behind the scenes pissing contest) the fact that it was purely a fan boy fueled film means that Hodder, or one of the other noted previous Jason actors, would have been the clear choice to appeal to fans. Plus the way they film movies anyone can look any height they want. look at Top Cruse, the guy is like 3'11"! but on film you'd think he's at least 6'. that said I did meet Mr. Hodder at a Con a couple years ago, and he has become a bit ... well, we shall say "rotund". and no one wants a fat Jason.