New poster arrives for Poltergeist remake Simon Fitzjohn April 2, 2015 Editor's Choice, Latest News and Videos 1927 The remake of horror classic Poltergeist draws ever closer and, truth is, we’re willing to give it a chance. So we are more than happy to showcase the new poster that has been unveiled today, that cleverly riffs on one of the more memorable elements of the 80s version. Here’s the synopsis in case you need it: Legendary filmmaker Sam Raimi (“Spiderman,†“Evil Deadâ€, “The Grudgeâ€) and director Gil Kenan (“Monster Houseâ€) contemporise the classic tale about a family whose suburban home is haunted by evil forces. When the terrifying apparitions escalate their attacks and hold the youngest daughter captive, the family must come together to rescue her before she disappears forever. And here’s the poster: Starring the likes of Sam Rockwell and Jared Harris, Poltergeist lands in cinemas on May 22.