Why The Evil Dead (1981) is still the blueprint for indie horror

Nearly 45 years after its release, Sam Raimi's The Evil Dead remains one of horror's most influential films. We revisit the original with fresh eyes, exploring why it still feels punk and transgressive, why it remains one of the greatest examples of low-budget horror filmmaking ever put on screen, and why it's unexpectedly relevant during a summer where filmmakers like Kane Parsons and Curry Barker are once again redefining independent horror.

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