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Evil Dead II
Book Of The Dead 2
Genre: Horror Comedy Reviewed In Issue 102 (Nov 2005) Of Widescreen Review® Stars: Bruce Campbell, Sarah Berry, Dan Hicks, Kassie Wesley & Richard Domeier

WSR Review Scores

WSR Picture Rating:	NR
DD Sound Rating:	NR
DTS Sound Rating:	NR
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Critics' Composite Score:	4

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DVD General Information

(Studio/Distributor):	Anchor Bay Entertainment
(Catalog Number):	DV13215
(MPAA Rating):	Not Rated
(Rating Reason):	NA
(Retail Price):	$39.98
(DVD Type):	Single Side, Dual Layer (DVD9)
(Widescreen Edition):	Yes
(Full Screen Edition):	No
(Anamorphic Widescreen):	Yes
(Running Time In Minutes):	84
(Color Type):	Color
(Chaptered/Scene Access):	Yes
(Closed Captioned):	Yes
(Regional Coding):	1
(Theatrical Year):	1987
(Theatrical Release):	Yes
(Direct-To-Video Release):	No
(DVD Release Date):	09/27/05
(THX® Digitally Mastered):	No

Credits Information

(Director):	Sam Raimi
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WSR Narrative Review

Story Synopsis:
Evil Dead II, the sequel to Evil Dead and the prequel to Army Of Darkness, is a gory, funny and over-the-top horror flick that is all-out fun for those with strong stomachs. Bruce Campbell reprises his role as Ash, with plans for a romantic weekend with his girlfriend. But, after accidentally playing an ancient incantation on a tape recorder, an evil force is awakened

DVD Picture:
Compared to the previously released DVD, this new anamorphically enhanced 1.82:1 DVD exhibits subtle improvements; more specifically: less noticeable film grain. Overall, the picture appears a bit cleaner. Images can look a bit soft, but sharpness and details are satisfying overall. Colors are dated, but generally well balanced. Black levels can appear slightly weak at times, but overall, depth is satisfying. Fans will, nonetheless, be delighted with everything about this DVD. (Suzanne Hodges)

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