Evil Dead (2013) - Limited Edition Steelbook [4K Ultra HD] [4K UHD]

I never thought I'd live to see this remake, but, here it is. In 2003 it was announced that Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell would be producing a remake of the original horror film that started both their careers, 1983's (or 1979, or 1981, depending on where you were before the wide release of the original) "The Evil Dead," a film so violent and so disturbing it's still banned in several countries across the world, today. The original film is a classic, from the opening frame depicting a crashed automobile half sunken in a swamp in out in the boondocks of Tennessee to one of the most profoundly haunting endings of a horror movie I've ever seen. And while the original in is a classic, nearly flawless horror film made on a shoestring budget, this remake proves to one up it many ways. I waited ten years for this film to be made, it was worth every moment. The main strong points of the remake are the character development and the slight expansion on the origin of the demonic nature of the Mortorum Demonto (Book of the Dead). The original film's premise was straightforward: Five college students go to a remote cabin in the woods for a weekend to drink, smoke pot and have fun, but when something evil haunting the woods beyond leads to them discovering the ancient Book of the Dead, which one by one possesses them, turning them into monsters, turning on each other, playing mind games and eventually leading into a blood explosion extraordinaire. The remake drops much of that premise, while retaining only the bare bones of the old characters' archetypes. There's a guy with his girlfriend who's with his sister, but she's a recovering heroin addict and has come to their old family cabin in hopes of detoxing over the course of a weekend with the help of a rather nerdy fellow's smart registered nurse girlfriend. A foul smell in the basement leads to the nerdy guy discovering a strange package wrapped in black trash bags and barbed wire and upon carefully opening it, he discovers a book bound in human flesh and inked in human blood. On the inside, someone has scribbled the words "LEAVE THIS BOOK ALONE," but being a curious college student, presumably with a philosophy nature (or just bored because he forgot to bring a book along for the trip and the TV doesn't get good reception) he begins to translate it, speaking the terrible words aloud which awaken something from deep below the earth. And then the fun begins. I know this remake (I'm not sure it's a remake, part of me thinks it's actually a clever prequel to the original, more on that, later) had rather split views from fans of the original. Some hated it, others loved it. It seems in the year since it was released it's leaned more towards the latter, gaining trust due to the heavy involvement of Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell acting as executive producers. Pretty much everything in this movie is, if Sam Raimi or Bruce Campbell wanted you to see something going on on screen, you saw it. There's a scene when the addict girl tries to escape and she crashes a car into a swamp... this is what leads me to believe this film may be a prequel. In the original movie, as I said, the first scene is of a crashed car in the swamp-- not the same make or model of course, but it's the thought here that counts. On the commentary for the original film, Bruce or Sam said the idea behind the crashed car was that another group had been at the cabin and tried to flee, failing-- although in the original movie that's only implied for the brief time the submerged automobile appears. So I'm lead to assume that this film takes place before the original movie, if not literally then spiritually speaking. This movie did not disappoint me, I've been a fan of the original "Evil Dead" movies for a very long time and this movie stayed very true to the original's "balls to the wall" approach, rather than sink into the demented "Looney Tunes" or "Three Stooges" comedy/horror of the also excellent sequels. And, to viewers with a keen eye, the "Three Stooges" elements are still in this film, however they're played in such a way that they come off as more terrifying than funny (when someone slips on a severed ear and smashes their head into the bowl of a toilet in the movie is rather gruesome, where as it can be seen there is influence from comedic bits, there). The acting is surprisingly good for a group of unknown actors, the writing was done by the same screenwriter as the Oscar winning (or nominated?) film "Juno," and the camera movement is fluid and haunting, combined with the dark lighting and often ambient sounds creating a perfect atmosphere for a great horror film. However, all in all, I felt this movie's violence was seriously downplayed from the original's. The original film is a much more brutal film if you watch them back to back. And while there may be more blood in the remake, the original has more scenes that make you turn your head and wince (the Achilles' heel pencil stabbing scene, for instance). While much of the film's plot is dramatically different from the original, certain scenes are almost frame for frame reproductions of the original-- which is a nice mix. My main disappointment was a single line of dialogue near the end which was from one of the original films spoken with a slight change which made me a little upset, but it's easy to get over, though it still makes me roll my eyes when I hear it delivered. However the rest of the movie is so solid that it borders on brilliance. The expansion on the demons is nice, some rules have changed regarding the book, but for the most part, the same rules to kill a "deadite" apply. If you pause the film and look at each visible page of the Necronomicon, you'll find there's some interesting insights written in it by "previous readers," which expand upon the origin of the demons. In the old movies, one could argue that the demons weren't so much devils, as they were mischievous spirits who happened to be extremely playful in a very violent way. In this film, the demonically possessed don't act so goofy, instead opting to taunt the tormented by whispering those most profound of personal blasphemies. The picture quality of the Blu-Ray is amazing, there's a nice commentary by the director and actors on it, but few special features other than that to be found. But, if you're an "Evil Dead" fan, new or old, this movie belongs on your shelf along with all the others. It's pretty damn groovy.

As a big fan of the original which is a campy horror classic I was looking forward to this remake as it seemed to distance itself from other horror remakes. There have been some great horror remakes such as "Dawn of the Dead (2004)" or "The last House on the Left (2009)" but none have distanced themselves quite like this one. This film had huge hype around it as it was an outside of Hollywood unpolished remake with the tagline "The Most Terrifying Film you will ever experience". You have to have guts to make that argument. The directors who took on a big challenge obviously believed in the masterpiece they had created. Most horror film remakes come and go without a whimper, this one certainly did not. As far as I'm concerned the film lived up to its hype. As we were leaving the theater I heard another group of people discussing the movie saying it was as good as it could have been. I completely agree and more. The film itself is beautiful in every way, absolutely outstanding. The acting was excellent. All of the characters exemplified the position they found themselves in and really personified the phrase "the fear is real" as you actual felt what the characters were feeling. That's what makes this film so terrifying and exciting. I give particular props to Jane Levy for her portrayal of Mia. The scripting, at times, is excellent as it kept all the infamous lines from the original plus some though some of the scripting does feel somewhat awkward and slow opposed to the fast pace of the film. I was greatly disappointed that the "They're gonna get you" song scene which was in the red band trailer didn't make it into the final cut. Not sure why they would ever cut that scene but rumor has it that it will be restored in the DVD release which I'm looking forward to. The makeup and pratical effects in the film are outstanding (the main high point). It is unheard of to make a horror film with minimal CGI but this film managed to. Certain scenes like the original have intentional over the top gore to almost be comic but other scenes have strategically placed gore and such graphic and detailed effects that it's these scenes that really get to you and make the film so ruthless. The film is intense from start to finish and the cinematography captures that perfectly. Despite having a wide release and huge hype surrounding it this film is NOT for mainstream audiences. It is incredibly detailed and graphic and I can't stress that enough. It is a huge step away from mainstream horror films. Approach with caution. Aside from the outstanding practical effects the other notable high point is the pacing. Both these things make the film. The pacing of the film is ruthless and assaulting and it has been so long since a film was so unforgiving to the audience. The pacing of this film feels like a homage to the 70's classic horror films beyond just the original Evil Dead. The film jumps right in quickly developing the setting and then takes right off. It wastes no time with character development(though it would have been nice if the characters had a little personality) yet we still end up feeling for the characters as they actually care about one another. The criticisms of this movie include that it's "pointless gore" or "isn't like the original". I am not sure what to say to the "pointless gore" as it truly is not. The gore is over the top in parts but this is intentional and other times it has a clear purpose. Again this film is most likely too graphic for average movie goers but that doesn't make it a bad film. Second, what would be the point of remaking a film so that it is identical to the original? To watch the exact same movie over again? This film is a takeoff of the original and pays homage to the original in many ways including many symbols referencing the original. Overall this film is excellent. Go in with an open mind.

Perhaps what the movie does best is maintain a great tone. It feels like a roller coaster ride that can go out of control at any moment (and often does). The tone is incredibly well-set as being one that isn't as jokey as the original but not overly serious either. Seeing this in theaters three times, I loved watching how the movie played with the audience. Sure, the movie is relentless, but we were all in this together. It's essentially a sound-and-lights show (with Oscar-worthy makeup) in that like the original, it doesn't rely on the acting but on events. Typically, this is something I would condemn but that "Evil Dead" does it so well and completely unapologetically, I couldn't help but lose myself in the material. Be forewarned- this might be the most gruesome and goriest movie I can think of in recent memory. Perhaps the only movie to match its extreme gore is the original. However, what Alvarez and the cast do by remaking this is to keep things as an interpretation rather than a shot-for-shot remake (Van Sant did that in "Psycho," and the result was horrible to say the least). The plot is stronger and more solid than the original because, let's face it, the original didn't really have much of a plot. Like the original, the characters are based more on their actions and are secondary to the excellent tech. The only actor required to do much acting is Jane Levy who gives quite an amazing physical performance as a drug addict who becomes possessed. The rest of the cast rounds out what is typical in this genre and do a good job of leaving you with questions as to who will live and who will die. However, as I stated before this is mostly a sound-and-lights show and not a tour de force in great horror acting. You spend more time watching scenes, wondering how they pulled off certain effects (as the director decided to rely heavily on practical effects and only had around 5 shots that had CGI), and crafting a movie that you want to look away from but simply can't. During showtimes, several audience members ran out screaming, others ran out to vomit, others almost passed out, but surprisingly the fewest left due to objections in the subject material. Actually, two women sitting next to my friend left early on because they were admittedly already horrified and couldn't see the movie through. This definitely redefined what many dates would consider when they say "Don't worry, honey, I'll go see _______ with you. I don't need to see something else and meet you afterward. I can take violence!" I'm sure this movie gave many individuals a very fine line as I often heard couples arguing during the movie ("Stop doing that! Not funny!"), but there was an overall sense of fun in the audience (although I admittedly saw this in a very heavy college-aged crowd instead of a mix of students with older folks). The special features hint at a possible Director's cut in the future (especially the commentary) and are overall worth watching. Filming this movie was difficult on every actor but also was a rewarding experience for them. Some special features show the application of makeup, how certain scenes were filmed (including the blood rain in the third act- seriously, what horror movie have you watched that is bold enough to let it literally rain blood?), and why the remake was made and produced by Bruce Campbell and Sam Raimi. You see that the process of making the movie was a very rewarding one as the actors were allowed to question things in the script, have their own input, and ultimately make the film into a group project instead of something too rushed by the studios. They took their time, changed things from the script, and allowed the film to be a collaboration rather than one person's vision that others were expected to follow blindly. The score is also brilliant and uses a siren during several parts (as well as some nice, syncopated 5/4 rhythms). Ultimately, if you are a fan of the original film(s) and can take lots of blood with your coffee, you won't be disappointed. Seeing this with a large crowd of like-minded individuals was the ideal setting, and Blu-ray/DVD simply isn't be the same. That doesn't change the excellence of the final product in my eyes as I continue to watch it with a sense of awe. Is this the best film of the year? For extreme horror fans, maybe, but in the end we have a remake that manages to be completely unique and yet awesomely familiar, never forgetting its roots. None should have missed the original theatrical run, but the special features alone are worth the price. That plus the movie itself.

Let me go right on record up front: I have seen the original EVIL DEAD, but it's been 20 years. I remember very little about it. Therefore, I went to the remake with few memories to compare to, so my response to the current EVIL DEAD is pretty much just for the current movie. I can offer no comparisons, no pros & cons vs. the original (or even to EVIL DEAD 2, which I haven't seen in ages either). That said, EVIL DEAD is a pretty good movie...if you're in the mood for the kind of movie it is. It's quite gory, features generally unpleasant people doing pretty stupid things and is very simplistic. These are its faults, but also its virtues (for the most part...I still object to the characters being unlikable). If you want to shut off the mind and even the heart, and let your gut enjoy a film...EVIL DEAD may suit the bill. Some young adults meet at a cabin, because one of their number (Mia) wants to go cold turkey from drugs, and her friends (and brother) have agreed to help. It's never explained why professional help wasn't sought, but that is sort of covered because one of the "team" is a nurse. A nurse who would be in all sorts of ethical trouble...but a nurse. It's a dumb setup that actually helps the plot, because when Mia becomes possessed by an evil entity, her friends temporarily chalk her odd behavior up to withdrawals. But before long, all hell breaks loose and these fine folks begin to do terrible things to each other's bodies. The movie does NOT stoop to the torture porn of movies like HOSTEL though...it sticks with horror movie trappings. People see weird things in mirrors. Spells are cast. The "dead" come back to life. It's all a big, goopy, messy, loud and bloody (VERY bloody) fun-fest. Everyone will find at least one very cringe-worthy scene...you'll have your choice. Depending on which thing gives you the most willies, you can cringe at burnings, drowning, electric knives, nail guns, chainsaws and more. For me, the nail gun scene was particularly painful to watch. When one of the characters begins firing on two others...the sound effects, the editing, the howls of pain and the practical special effects combined to make me actively squirm in my seat. That hardly sounds pleasant, yet most of us know that sometimes, this sort of sick tension, followed by the release of leaving the theater intact is just what the nervous system ordered! I realize I haven't told you much about the plot...but really, that's hardly important. You get the idea...Mia becomes possessed and does some pretty awful things which slowly spreads her "sickness" to her pals. Will anyone make it to the end? How horribly will the doomed come to their ends? What level of horrible thing will the survivors have to do to stay alive? That's about it. If you saw CABIN IN THE WOODS last year, the genre of "kids stuck in an old cabin" got turned on its head quite effectively. EVIL DEAD reclaims this territory from the oblivion of Joss Whedon's gentle mockery. But the movie only gets 3.5 stars from me, because I can't completely forgive a movie with quite so many character mistakes. The thing that bugged me most was the fact that although at least some of these characters apparently had come to this cabin many times in years past...no one knew there was a trap door and a cellar. And when they discover the disgusting and disturbing things IN that cellar...no one suggests "let's get the hell out of here and call the cops." One of the guys just gets a big plastic trash bag and starts cleaning up. I'm sorry...I don't buy it. Later, even with the bridge washed out so no one can drive away...why would you return to the cabin where all hell has been unleashed. Stay in your darn, sheltered car, far away from where the death and destruction is. Oh well...these stupid actions don't exactly spoil the movie, but I can't put it 5 star territory either. The cast of EVIL DEAD is competent, but these characters are so cardboard that I don't see how anyone could have exactly given an award-winning performance. On the other hand, the gory (and most non-CGI enhanced) special effects are very good. I conclude my review with that observation, because once again...only see this movie if graphic, gory effects are what you're in the mood for.

Twenty years. That’s how long I’ve been waiting for this movie. Twenty years! Evil Dead, Army of Darkness, Sam Raimi and the legend himself, Bruce Campbell are pretty much responsible for my love of horror movies in general, but also for my fascination with “bad” horror as well, so when I heard that someone had finally come along and convinced Sam and Bruce to do another Evil Dead movie I just about blew my own head off, Scanners style, in excitement. To top it off not only was it NOT going to be a remake of the original film, but was instead going to be a continuation of the story? Oh baby, that was just all sorts of groovy in my book. The movie pays homage to the original films without letting itself become bogged down by them. There are several scenes that I found noteworthy just because I was a huge fan of the original movies, but if you weren’t a fan it didn’t really have an effect on your viewing of the movie. The Olds in the back, the chains on the cellar door, the shotgun and then later the chainsaw, and finally the red dress that David puts Mia in that is a duplicate of the dress Sheila is wearing while a Deadite in the Army of Darkness. But, that’s enough about that. The writing was impeccable, the film is full of great one liners (“David. I did something terrible.”) that, while not as funny as the first three films, are still entirely memorable and enjoyable in their own right. There is something I had blocked out, however, and that was the gore. This movie does cross over the line into torture porn through most of the second half of the movie, to the point that I remember being uncomfortable watching it in theaters, and even watching it again at home I had to look away a couple times (the needle under the eye? I wear contacts! That hurts the hell out of me!) and thus had to rewind to watch the scene again to make sure I didn’t miss anything. Really, the movie isn’t incredibly scary, but it is smart and well done and the surprise scares and great makeup effects make this an instant classic! Just… you know… don’t watch it if you’re queasy or have a hard time seeing blood. Lots of blood. Pulling nails out of hands and legs, needles out of eyes, razor blades cutting tongues in half, hammer to the dog’s head kind of blood. And the rain. Lets not forget about the rain. So much blood. Want to see my full review? [...]

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I've loved the Evil Dead franchise since I was a child in the 80s. In the original movie, it was very obvious the cast and crew were trying to take the movie seriously. But because of their inexperience and the limitations of the technology available at the time, it ended up being humorous. The Evil Dead 2 was pretty much a remake of the original, but with far superior practical effects and Sam Raimi really leaned into the cheese during the comedic scenes. The third movie, Army of Darkness, was a straight up horror-comedy, to the point where the horror is almost nonexistent, and I love it just as much as the first two. I put off watching this remake for over a decade because friends had said it was as terrible as the A Nightmare On Elm Street remake from 2010, an abomination of a movie that never should've been green lit. All of those friends were wrong. The Evil Dead remake answers the question of what happens if the Evil Dead universe is taken seriously. Gone is the unintentional cheese of the first movie and the intentional cheese of the second movie. It feels like what a young, inexperienced Sam Raimi was originally going for but couldn't pull off. As for the reviews mentioning "too much blood", the original movies were extremely gory for their time, being outdone only by Dead Alive and some obscure grind house flicks, so their reviews can be safely ignored for long time fans. Don't go into it expecting a Raimi film and you'll experience one of the best horror films of the last two decades.

Gallons and gallons of blood! I bet they used at least a 55 gallon drum of fake blood. This version was not my favorite of the three movies. Here's why: If you saw either "Evil Dead" (original) or "Evil Dead II" or "Army of Darkness" they all had some sort of comic relief. Like "Shaun of the Dead" the "Evil Dead" movies had a little bit of wit mixed in with the blood. I think that made the movies more "fun". Now the latest "Evil Dead" was very well produced and scary. If I had never seen the originals, or if I had watched the trilogy after watching the new one, I might find the 2013 "Evil Dead" superior. The effects are marginally better in 2013 and the acting is much better in the 2013 version of "Evil Dead" . As with my other reviews I don't go into plot because a lot of other people already do that. Plus, most movies have such a comprehensive trailer that it alone gives away most of the movies flavor. To me, everything is a spoiler, so I won't do any of the usual plot descriptions. To sum it all up: If you like SCARY more than anything else, if disemboweling of guts or gouging out eyes is way more fun than a joke - "Evil Dead" 2013 is right up your alley. It has all that and more. Lots of "OH CRAP - DID YOU SEE THAT?" and those little moments that make you jump. Not a laugh in the whole movie. I don't think I kept my eyes on the screen due to the gross factor. That may be enough to make you watch, rent or buy it! Otherwise, start from #1, "Evil Dead" 1982 and work your way thru to the latest. It's funny, cheezy and scary with one big plus - BRUCE CAMPBELL! Bruce AKA @GroovyBruce on Twitter, you are my hero and one of the reasons I became a filmmaker. Sam Raimi is no slouch either. Both my favorite names to see in credits.

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