If you liked the original, you're going to love this one!

Rating: 9/10 (26 January 2014)

The idea of horror remakes have been something that have been heavily debated over the past few years with so many of the classics being remade. As a massive horror fan myself, I do like the remakes. Particularly because I wasn't around when the originals were a big thing. Nevertheless I don't miss the originals either. Having said that, Evil Dead was one series that I just could not imagine them remaking. It just didn't make sense to me, because I thought the whole gross and gore era was over and done with in the 80s.
I loved the original Evil Dead and thought it was the best the horror genre could possibly have, because it fits perfectly into what people expect when they go to watch a horror. And Sam Raimi's dark sense of humor is unmatchable. With all this in mind, I decided to give this film a chance. And it is the single greatest thing I did.
Glad I caught it in the last week of its run in the cinema, I can't say I've enjoyed a horror movie as much. It far surpasses the original in so many ways, and not just because of the cool new features the advanced technology allowed it. The characters are so much more likable. The actors, most of whom don't have too many movies to their name, do an excellent job.
Every single element of this remake is relived by not once forgetting the original. It's gory, it has its irk factor, it gives the audience pure evil, and yes they did remake the rape of the woods, and it does not disappoint. It takes the original to a whole new level and the sense of humor is just so much darker. Having said that, they did accept that Ash (Bruce Campbell) could never be replaced, though David (Shiloh Fernandez), in his blue shirt sure tries.
I watched the film once, and after a long shower, decided to watch it again, as I'm sure anyone who loved the original would. I definitely recommend watching this gem, because its an experience you just wouldn't want to miss!