Evil Dead

Evil Dead

Year: 2013

Runtime: 91 min

Language: English

Director: Fede Alvarez

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While vacationing in a remote cabin, five friends accidentally summon malevolent demons after discovering a mysterious book. A terrifying force is unleashed, and the group finds themselves battling for their lives against a growing number of demonic entities emerging from the surrounding forest. They must confront the supernatural evil and fight to survive the night.

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1

Opening in the Woods

The film begins with a young woman wandering through the woods, her clothes stained with blood. The atmosphere is tense as an ominous figure stealthily approaches her, creating an immediate sense of dread.

Woods
2

Ambush and Capture

The young woman is caught off guard by the sinister figure, who covers her head with a bag. Accompanied by an accomplice, they violently strike her with an axe, rendering her unconscious in a shocking act of brutality.

3

Awakening in a Cellar

Upon regaining consciousness, the woman finds herself in a dim cellar alongside another woman who speaks only in Welsh. The chilling scene reveals burn victims in the background, intensifying the horror of her predicament.

Cellar
4

The Father's Revelation

Her father unexpectedly appears, and a dark conversation ensues. When she inquires about her mother, he reveals that she killed her, triggering a terrifying response from the old woman who demands her death.

5

Desperate Pleas and Tragic End

In a heart-wrenching moment, the father begins pouring gasoline over her as she pleads for her life. Just before igniting the flames, her eyes turn yellow, leading to a shocking climax as he pulls the trigger, leaving her life in ruins.

6

David and Friends Arrive

Fast forward, we meet David and his friends as they arrive at a secluded cabin. They are there to support Mia, David's sister, who is struggling with her addiction, highlighting the group's camaraderie and concern.

Cabin in the Woods
7

Mia's Detox Struggles

Mia, now determined to overcome her drug addiction, expresses discomfort about lingering smells in the cabin. She takes a drastic step by disposing of a bag of drugs into a nearby well, hoping for a clean start.

Near a Well
8

Nightmares Emerge

As night falls, Mia's withdrawal symptoms manifest in terrifying screams, indicating her struggle is becoming more than she can handle. Her friends grow concerned as the atmosphere shifts from supportive to unsettling.

Night Cabin
9

Discovery of the Bloodied Cellar

The group's dog, Grandpa, uncovers a bloodied cellar, leading to a series of horrific events. This discovery sets off a chain reaction of terror as they delve deeper into the dark secrets hidden within the cabin.

Bloodied Cellar
10

The Evil Book

The group stumbles upon an ominous book wrapped with warnings to avoid it. Despite the threatening aura, Eric succumbs to curiosity and opens it, unleashing an unspeakable entity that begins to haunt Mia.

Cabin
11

Mia's Transformation

As Eric reads from the book, Mia experiences terrifying visions that signal her descent into madness. A harrowing encounter leads to a gruesome transformation, indicating she is succumbing to a demonic possession.

Swamp
12

The Bathroom Confrontation

A shocking confrontation occurs in the bathroom, where Olivia inflicts self-harm, highlighting the depth of the chaos unleashed. The remaining friends realize the extent of the evil they have awakened and its deadly consequences.

Bathroom
13

Desperate Actions

With Mia's reality crumbling, David understands the urgency of containing the supernatural force. As the horror escalates, the dynamics among the group shift, leading to desperate actions they must take to survive.

Cabin
14

The Climactic Battle

In a climactic showdown, David must face the horrifying truth of Mia's possession and battle the malevolent entity. The stakes rise as the evil seeks to claim them all, propelling David into a fight for survival.

Cabin
15

Final Stand and Aftermath

In a last desperate bid for survival, the cabin becomes engulfed in flames as Mia confronts the Abomination. She fights back fiercely, wielding a chainsaw, leading to a catastrophic showdown that alters their lives forever.

Cabin
16

End of the Nightmare

As dawn breaks, Mia stands alone amidst the ruin, free yet haunted by her ordeal. The cursed book remains, promising the continuation of darkness, while a nod to Ash hints at the cycle of horror that awaits future victims.

Cabin

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