Resident Evil Becomes the Best-Reviewed Live-Action Video Game Movie

Zach Cregger's new Resident Evil movie has garnered unprecedented critical praise, marking a remarkable departure from the franchise's previous cinematic struggles. With a whopping 96% on Rotten Tomatoes from 71 reviews and an 80 on Metacritic, the film sets a new benchmark for live-action video game adaptations. This critical success is particularly noteworthy given the franchise's history, as Paul W.S.

Anderson's earlier entries never achieved such high marks. The film's original approach, spearheaded by Cregger, who distanced himself from simply adapting specific games, appears to have resonated with both fans and critics alike. Constantin, the studio behind Resident Evil, had even contemplated shelving the entire franchise after the underwhelming reception to its last attempt.

However, Cregger's innovative vision and willingness to take creative risks paid off, transforming a franchise many believed had exhausted its cinematic potential. The film stars Austin Abrams as a medical courier stranded in Raccoon City during a pandemic outbreak. Industry analysts predict the September 18 release will mark the highest opening weekend for any Resident Evil movie to date.