Campy action-horror-comedy...

Rating: 8/10 (13 September 2004)

I haven't actually seen the first two Evil Dead installments, and I understand they are better horror movies than this one.
Personally I like the comedic touch. Bruce Campbell is just that kind of guy, a 'take-no-crap' kind of cheesy action hero. The chainsaw in particular provides more than its share of quirky moments. Campbell and Raimi together are a dynamic duo, and they continue to prove that even now.
Sam Raimi is a talented guy, and he makes cool movies. Problem is a lot of people need quality, not just cool. And I digress - yeah, it's a bare-bones attempt at horror, relying much more on the comedic touches for effect. It's a guilty pleasure movie. I like it, I'd recommend it if you want something fun, something you don't have to think real hard about.