Read my article and interview with Evil Dead Rise writer/director Lee Cronin on Letterboxd’s Journal here: https://boxd.it/1rK

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Evil Dead Rise, the fifth film in the popular franchise, delivers a film for the fans, by fans.

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Set in a soon-to-be demolished apartment building in Los Angeles, far from the desolate cabin atmosphere we’re used to, we’re introduced to a family of five who must battle the now-awakened evil spirits in their incredibly large apartment and, eventually, entire building.

Evil…

[Listen to me talk about Nightbreed on The Letterboxd Show Podcast here]

Over thirty years ago, I was introduced to Clive Barker's Nightbreed on opening day at a small movie theater on Long Island. Because I was too young to go alone (and I needed a ride), my mother accompanied me, resulting in us being the only two people there. When you go into a theater, you expect to be taken away to a magical place for a short period…

The sixth installment in the V/H/S franchise was... interesting. While it's hard to compare it to the other installments (the first three could've taken place at any time, while these last three were attached to specific years, which you can tell by the "quality" of the tapes and technology), it still delivers.

I'm glad Shudder took this franchise under its wings as we've received three new films in three years, a gift for us all. As usual, there's great talent…