‘Evil Dead Burn’ review: Artless, humorless sequel goes full brutality
French filmmaker Sébastien Vaniček has taken the helm of the sixth “Evil Dead” film, aiming for brutality. “Evil Dead Burn” delivers relentless violence and gore, but lacks the humor and creativity of its predecessors, says Associated Press critic Mark Kennedy.
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2 developments- Jul 8Movie Review: 'Evil Dead Burn' goes full brutality, without humor, artistry or verve
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