Evil Dead sequel 'Posesión infernal: En llamas' criticized for grim tone and lack of humor

The upcoming horror film 'Posesión infernal: En llamas', slated for release on 17 July 2026, is the latest entry in the Evil Dead franchise. Directed by Sébastien Vanicek and starring Souhelia Yacoub, Tandi Wright, Hunter Doohan, Luciane Buchanan and Erroll Shand, the movie continues the series that began with Sam Raimi in 1981 and was revived by Fede Álvarez in 2013.

A review notes that while Vanicek demonstrates technical skill and effective set‑piece choreography, the film falters in tone. Critics describe it as humor‑less, overly cruel, and excessively gory, lacking the playful menace that characterises earlier installments. The review also points out a contradictory stance: the movie condemns violence yet depicts it in graphic detail, resulting in a conflicted viewing experience.