Fortunately, we still avoided talking about the forgettable adaptations of the Resident Evil franchise in the years section. And surprise, surprise, it will try its luck in the cinema once again. This time, Zach Cregger is at the helm, with a release date set for September 18th. Against all odds, this first trailer is worth a watch.
The director of Barbarian and Weapons seems to have understood what made the charm of the games, such as tension, survival management, and the constant feeling of being overwhelmed by events. In an interview with PlayStation Blog, the director explains that he wants to tell an original story in the saga’s universe, rather than redoing the adventures of Leon or Claire.
This teaser focuses on a more survival horror approach, where an ordinary protagonist will be lost in a nightmare that will unravel minute by minute, thankfully far from the ultra-action films of the 2000s. We should expect some nods to the games, creepy creatures, and a sticky atmosphere that will remind fans more of Resident Evil 2.
We should still be cautious, as Resident Evil has disappointed us before, and as mentioned earlier, the franchise has already seen several film adaptations that we could have done without. However, with Zach Cregger behind the camera and his explicit intention to return to a rawer and more nerve-racking horror, who knows, maybe there will finally be something more than just another generic zombie film.
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