Drag Me to Hell
A loan officer who evicts an old woman from her home finds herself the recipient of a supernatural curse. Desperate, she turns to a seer to try and save her soul, while evil forces work to push her to a breaking point. Christine Brown is a loan officer at a bank but is worried about her lot in life. She's in competition with a competent colleague for an assistant manager position and isn't too sure about her status with a boyfriend. Worried that her boss will think less of her if she shows weakness, she refuses a time extension on a loan to an old woman, Mrs. Ganush, who now faces foreclosure and the loss of her house. In retaliation, the old woman place a curse on her which, she subsequently learns, will result in her being taken to hell in a few days time. With the help of a psychic, she tries to rid herself of the demon, but faces several hurdles in the attempt
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Director
: Sam Raimi -
Casting
: Alison Lohman, Justin Long, Ruth Liver -
Production
: Mandate Pictures, LLC, Ghost House Pictures, Buckaroo Entertainment
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Summary
While some quarters may have boasted this film as one of the best horror films of the '00s, it didn't quite live up to that hype. Its release in 2009 caused significant division among audiences. It marked Sam Raimi's return to the horror genre after a long hiatus, which fueled enthusiasm, leading some to praise the film beyond its actual merits. Looking back at my own viewing experience in 2009, I distinctly remember not being impressed. However, revisiting the film now with a more neutral perspective is essential, as it often allows for a fairer judgment. Upon this reassessment, I found the movie to be more enjoyable. In hindsight, the exaggerated hype surrounding it as the scariest film in years likely influenced my initial disappointment. The film does offer its share of jump-scares, but Raimi's true success lies in his trademark gore-effects and dark humor. These aspects make it stand out and contribute to its appeal.