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‘Resident Evil’: Zach Cregger’s First 30 Minutes Are Nerve-Wrackingly Intense, Filmmaker Says He’s Going For “Chaotic, Primal & Grounded”

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Following the breakout horror hit “Barbarian” and the narratively ambitious “Weapons,” both of which played with structure, time, and multi-threaded narratives, filmmaker Zach Cregger is going considerably more straightforward with “Resident Evil.” Fortunately for fans, the film’s linear, tightly locked-in approach doesn’t dull the visceral impact, coiled suspense, or nerve-wracking intensity of Cregger’s filmmaking. READ MORE: 88 Must-See Movie…

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Sony showed the first 30 minutes of the new film Resident Evil to a group of viewers in the United States. The first reactions were very positive, with the public praising the sudden scares and the atmosphere, which was very similar to that of the classic Capcom series games. Read more

Sony Pictures showed the press the first 30 minutes of the new "Girl of Evil" before meeting director Zach Craigger. The Playlist noted that what they saw was "exceededing all expectations": they were frightened by sudden crymers and the unpleasant feeling that something terrible was waiting around every corner. Separately, the authors praised absurd humor, which only made it even more disturbing. The director was able to force even... The post …

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The Playlist broke the news on Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
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