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Though he is now making millions directing films like "The
Gift" and "Spiderman", director Sam Raimi
wouldn't be where he is today without having first directed the
greatest horror film ever created..."The Evil Dead".
That's right--THE GREATEST horror film ever created. Now,
having done much research, I have concluded that most people
fall into one of two categories: though who have seen
"The Evil Dead" and agree with it's genius, and those
who have never heard of the film. There is usually no in
between. Released in 1982, it has received more attention
recently, as Raimi has become more popular. I personally
believe it should be rereleased in theaters and exposed to an
entirely new generation of movie goer.
"The Evil Dead" tells he story of a group of friends
who venture to a remote cabin for a weekend of fun and
relaxation. Alas, they stumble upon a cabin formerly
inhabited by a couple who had uncovered Necronomicon--The Book
of the Dead. One of the friends accidentally plays a tape
recording of incantations and unleashes unspeakable evil and
darkness upon the cabin and surrounding woods, trapping the
friends inside, and picking them off one by one. Bruce
Campbell plays Ash, the hero of the film, and the only one who
survives the ordeal, which is evident by the sequels.
What is so damn good about this flick? Well, for starters,
there are a few scenes that are just plain scary as hell.
The make-up and creature effects are pretty good for a film that
had the budget of around the same price as a pack of gum.
However, the most phenomenal aspect of the film is the brilliant
camerawork from Raimi. For such a low budget film, most of
the camera shots are outstanding and innovative, especially the
end shot when the evil goes through every room of the house to
end up on the front porch...it is a joy to watch.
This film, sadly, is not one for the kiddies. It features
an incredible amount of blood and gore and way too much horror,
causing little kids to having nightmares into their
thirties. Just when you think it couldn't get any
bloodier, a head is blown off or a demon is gutted. It's
pretty sick, but quite effective.
The best way to enjoy this film
is to pop some popkorn, pour yourself a glass of wine, flip off
every light in the house, and press play on the VCR/DVD--then,
enjoy one hell of a good horror film, from one of the greatest
directors around today. After you watch the film, I am
willing to bet you will have a difficult time stepping into the
woods again, especially alone. And, if you ever go camping
at some cabin, the fun really begins. Anyhoo, this is an
(excuse the juvenile terminology) 'awesome' flick and deserves
everyone's attention...it's been on the shelf for way too long.
-- Billy
Ray
( 4 out of 4 pops )
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