Review of The Evil Dead (1981) by James R — 09 May 2013

THE GREATEST FILM OF ALL TIME! CASE CLOSED!

This review of The Evil Dead (1981) was written by James R on 09 May 2013.

The Evil Dead has generally received very positive reviews.

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Masterpiece…

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