Watch it without preconceived notions

Rating: 8/10 (15 July 2013)

I generally tend to despise remakes/sequels based on Hollywood's trend of "risk-free" investments. As a fan of the original series I did not expect this new incarnation to offer much in terms of innovation. I'm glad to say that I was pleasantly surprised, although I'm sure there are many who will disagree.
Evil Dead (2013) is a highly effective horror film. It has something for everyone- after all, a movie has got to make money! You do not need to be familiar with the original to enjoy this film. It will definitely cause uneasy nights to the occasional tweens who inadvertently watch this out of curiosity like I once watched the original(I imagine the warnings on Naturom Demonto to hold special significance for them). The horror movie buff will be pleased to make connections with tasteful horror films such as Rec, The Ring, The Crazies, The Exorcist and Martyrs among countless homages made in this film. The resourcefulness, variety and morbid humour is consistent with the original series while this film adds a creative romance sequence that is destined to be iconic.
In contradiction to the tag line: this is NOT the scariest movie you will ever see; neither does it set out to be so. However, it is definitely one of the most entertaining horror films I've seen and well worth the money. It does not waste time with trivial plots and character development so you don't get too attached to anyone specific- making it possible for your a$$hole boyfriend or trolling friend to have an occasional fit of laughter at the misfortune of others.