Review of Evil Dead (2013) by Laura B — 04 Oct 2013

I realize this is a horror film, but the gore as just far too over-the-top...

This review of Evil Dead (2013) was written by Laura B on 04 Oct 2013.

Evil Dead has generally received positive reviews.

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