Why can't they make more movies like this?

Rating: 10/10 (8 April 2013)

I saw this movie when it came out years ago and several times since but never reviewed it. If a classic can be defined as something that improves with age than this does qualify. When I saw it, after seeing the first two Evil Dead movies, I was first disappointed that it took a different route. I could also see why it was not Evil Dead 3. But then I got sucked in and was rewarded with a masterpiece of a movie. Immensely entertaining at first watch, later viewings bring up more and more hidden gems of Raimi's direction and vision. Bruce Campbell also grew from a blood splattered pseudo hero to a comedic talent further showcased in the underrated "Brisco County Jr" TV show years later. If the Evil Dead movies are not your "cup of tea" than give this one a chance. If you loved them you will probably like this one too.