New Resident Evil Reboot Film Unveils Video Clip
The nearly three-minute clip shows Austin Abrams’ Bryan fighting for survival as practical effects drive the film’s bloody action, Sony said.
- On September 18, director Zach Cregger releases his survival horror adaptation of Resident Evil starring Austin Abrams, currently tracking for a $45 million opening weekend in North America.
- Following his work on Barbarian and Weapons, Cregger opted for a more straightforward narrative, crafting an original story set during the initial T-virus outbreak rather than adapting existing game characters.
- Utilizing practical effects like 150-pound falling 'blood bags,' the production locked the camera behind Abrams to mimic third-person video game mechanics, prioritizing visceral intensity over traditional cinematography.
- Addressing criticism that the film lacks established characters like Leon Kennedy, Cregger acknowledged an 'apology tour' while early previews have been praised for their 'relentlessly pointed' and terrifying atmosphere.
- The director has confirmed he is finished with franchise filmmaking after this project, stating he has no plans for sequels or other adaptations, preferring to focus on original creative work.
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