The Evil Dead - 2 stars out of 10

The Evil Dead - 2 stars out of 10

"The Evil Dead" doesn't have much of a story but it isn't about that - the zombies are horrifying and the gore is foul, and that's what really counts in this cult classic.  After watching this film, I am convinced that a cabin in the middle of the woods is an excellent setting for a horror film.  This film isn't scary as much as it's just a ton of nasty gore. Although the dialogue is terrible, the zombies are very animalistic and make some of the most horrific sounds in the world, sending chills down your spine. The entire film is over the top and there is an oft-unnecessary amount of blood that appears for no particular reason (and Ash always seems to find himself trapped underneath a bookshelf), but in spite of its shortcomings, it'll surely gross you out and entertain you for 90 minutes.