# Evil Dead

> 2013 film directed by Fede Álvarez

**Wikidata**: [Q73279](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q73279)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Evil_Dead_(2013_film))  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/evil-dead

## Summary

Evil Dead is a horror film[1][2][3][4] and zombie film[1][2][3][4].

## Summary
"Evil Dead" is a 2013 horror film directed by Fede Álvarez that serves as a component of the wider "Evil Dead" horror film franchise. Produced and distributed in the United States, the film is classified in the horror genre and is specifically recognized as a zombie film. Its production involved collaborations with TriStar Pictures and the now-defunct FilmDistrict.

## Key Facts
- **Directorial Credit:** The film was directed by Fede Álvarez.
- **Release Timeline:** The movie's publication dates were recorded throughout 2013, specifically on January 1, April 5, May 9, and May 16.
- **Genre Classifications:** It is officially classified as a "film" (a sequence of images giving the impression of movement stored on film stock), a "horror film," and a "zombie film" (a subtype of monster film).
- **Franchise Affiliation:** It is part of the "Evil Dead" horror film franchise, which it also contains as a subsidiary entity within the broader knowledge base structure.
- **Production & Distribution:** The film was handled by TriStar Pictures (an American film production company founded in 1982) and FilmDistrict (a former American independent production company and film distributor).
- **Geographic Origin:** The film originates from the United States, a country located primarily in North America.
- **Official Website:** The film's official website is http://www.evildead-movie.com.
- **Knowledge Base Footprint:** It has a Wikipedia title of "Evil Dead (2013 film)" and a sitelink count of 33.

## FAQs
**What is the 2013 "Evil Dead" film?**
It is a United States horror and zombie film directed by Fede Álvarez that belongs to the overarching "Evil Dead" horror film franchise.

**What companies were involved in the film's production and distribution?**
The film involved TriStar Pictures, an American production company, and FilmDistrict, a former independent distributor owned by Comcast. 

**When was the "Evil Dead" film released?**
The film was released in 2013, with multiple recorded publication dates spanning from January 1 to May 16 of that year.

**What specific film genres describe this movie?**
The movie is categorized generally as a film, specifically as a horror film, and further defined as a zombie film, which is a recognized subtype of the monster film genre.

## Why It Matters
As a distinct entry in a renowned horror film franchise, the 2013 "Evil Dead" film represents a modern continuation of classic horror cinema within the United States. It stands as a notable collaboration between major studio entities—specifically TriStar Pictures and FilmDistrict—demonstrating how subsidiary distributors operated within the American film industry prior to FilmDistrict's closure. Its classification as both a horror and zombie film highlights its role in perpetuating the monster film subgenre. Furthermore, its multiple publication dates and dedicated official website illustrate a structured, staggered rollout typical of significant cinematic releases in the early 2010s.

## Notable For
- Being a recognized part of the "Evil Dead" horror film franchise, while acting as both a contained entity and a parent node to the franchise in data structures.
- Operating as a collaborative project between TriStar Pictures (established in 1982) and FilmDistrict (established in 2010).
- Falling strictly into the "zombie film" classification, anchoring it as a subtype of the broader monster film category.
- Having a permanent digital footprint via its official website (http://www.evildead-movie.com) and a dedicated Wikipedia entry.

## Body

### Core Identity and Media Classification
"Evil Dead" is a 2013 film directed by Fede Álvarez. Within knowledge structures, it is fundamentally classified as a "film," which is defined as a sequence of images that give the impression of movement, stored on film stock. Its Wikidata description explicitly labels it as a "2013 film directed by Fede Álvarez." The entity possesses a sitelink count of 33 and is titled "Evil Dead (2013 film)" on Wikipedia. 

### Franchise and Genre Categorization
The film operates within distinct genre boundaries. It is categorized broadly as a "horror film" and more specifically as a "zombie film." In media classification, a zombie film is recognized as a direct subtype of a "monster film." Franchise-wise, the film is closely tied to the "Evil Dead" horror film franchise (which carries a sitelink count of 13). In relational data, the film is both a "Part of / Parent" of the Evil Dead franchise and structurally "Contains / Subsidiaries" tied to it.

### Production and Distribution Ecosystem
The creation and distribution of "Evil Dead" involved key players in the American film industry:
- **TriStar Pictures:** An American film production company involved in the project. TriStar was founded in 1982, operates out of the United States, and is headquartered at . It has a sitelink count of 42.
- **FilmDistrict:** A former American independent production company and film distributor that co-handled the film. Owned by Comcast, it was established in 2010 and operated within the film industry. Headquartered in Q65, FilmDistrict had a sitelink count of 5. 

### Release and Geographic Context
The film was released in the United States, a country located primarily in North America. The United States' inception is historically recorded with two key dates: July 4, 1776 (marking the declaration of independence via the United States Declaration of Independence), and the preferred date of May 12, 1784 (marking independence recognized by the country from which it separated, subject of the Treaty of Paris in 1783). The "Evil Dead" film itself had a staggered publication record, with dates logged as January 1, 2013, April 5, 2013, May 9, 2013, and May 16, 2013. Its official digital presence is maintained at http://www.evildead-movie.com.

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