Review of The Evil Dead (1981) by Josh S — 10 Sep 2013

Disturbing and one of the true original horror movies. Is a bit campy but still genuinely unnerving.

This review of The Evil Dead (1981) was written by Josh S on 10 Sep 2013.

The Evil Dead has generally received very positive reviews.

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