‘Resident Evil’ Star Austin Abrams Understands the Fan Backlash
The Zach Cregger film, now in theaters, has come under fire for not directly adapting the games The post ‘Resident Evil’ Star Austin Abrams Understands the Fan Backlash appeared first on TheWrap .
In the two weeks since its release, Zach Cregger's “Resident Evil” has raked in almost $200 million globally. Rather than simply adapting the beloved video game series, Cregger crafted an entirely new story within that universe. The film follows Bryan, a medical courier played by Austin Abrams, who is thrust into a desperate mission to Raccoon City during a zombie outbreak.
Abrams' performance, which is both vulnerable and hilarious, serves as the perfect audience stand-in for the film's rollercoaster ride. Despite the film's radical changes, including the removal of many jokes, Abrams feels confident in his portrayal of the character. While acknowledging the strong fan backlash over the film's departure from classic characters and lore, Abrams remains sympathetic to their passion and effort.
Cregger, who is a huge fan of the games, aims to create something that both respects the source material and offers something new. Abrams himself is a fan of Cregger's work and praises their shared sensibility and dedication to making a unique film. Despite the challenges, Abrams is excited to be part of this ambitious project and looks forward to seeing where it goes next.
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