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The beloved Evil Dead franchise is getting some huge updates that have movie fans incredibly excited for the future. Producer Robert Tapert recently shared some big secrets about what is coming next in this long running series. Here is what we know about the upcoming film and how it changes everything we thought we knew.
A Big Announcement for Fans
The legendary horror franchise is preparing to shock audiences once again with some very big news. Producer Robert Tapert gave everyone a sneak peek into what the creators are working on behind the scenes.
The Movie Is a Prequel
Fans were surprised to learn that the upcoming installment titled ‘Evil Dead Wrath’ is officially a prequel. This means the new story will take place way before the timeline of the original 1981 movie.
Setting the Story in 1972
The producer revealed that the timeline for this new film is going to be set specifically in the year 1972. This historical setting will give the creators a whole new backdrop to explore some very creepy and isolated vibes.
Another Great Departure for the Series
Tapert explained that this movie is going to be yet another great departure from what people usually expect. They want to try fresh ideas instead of just repeating the exact same formulas from the past.
Francis Galluppi Is Directing
This specific project is being helmed by director Francis Galluppi who is bringing his own unique vision to the table. Fans are eager to see how a fresh director handles the classic tone of these terrifying stories.
A Look Back at the Original Trilogy
The whole series originally started with Sam Raimi’s classic trilogy that kept audiences glued to their seats for years. Those early movies really set the standard for independent filmmaking and practical special effects back in the day.
How the Reboots Changed Everything
Later on the franchise got a major face lift when Fede Alvarez directed a darker version back in 2013. That movie proved that audiences still had a massive appetite for these specific kinds of intense cinematic scares.
The Recent Success of ‘Evil Dead Rise’
The series proved its massive staying power again recently when ‘Evil Dead Rise’ made over one hundred and forty-seven million dollars globally. That huge box office win showed that the modern generation loves a good old-fashioned theater scare.
Another New Film Is Coming Sooner
Before we even get to the prequel there is actually another movie called ‘Evil Dead Burn’ hitting theaters next month. This one is directed by Sebastien Vanicek and tells a spooky story about a French woman dealing with some awful in-laws.
What to Expect in the Future
The prequel movie itself is currently scheduled to land in theaters on April 7 in the year 2028. It sounds like fans have plenty of wild and spooky stories to look forward to over the next few years.
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