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  "id": 7823850,
  "title": "‘Resident Evil’ Review: Zach Cregger’s Heart-Stopping Video Game Movie Is His Best Yet",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/resident-evil-review-zach-creggers-heart-stopping-video-game-movie-is",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-16T16:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TheWrap",
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    "url": "https://www.thewrap.com/creative-content/movies/resident-evil-2026-review-zach-cregger/"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Zach Cregger's \"Resident Evil\" is not only a great video game movie but also a masterpiece of horror, capturing the unique blend of terror and absurdity that defines the series. Starring Austin Abrams as medical courier Bryan, the film begins with Bryan rushing to deliver an important package to Raccoon City despite the personal stakes at home. The film is a survival horror experience with jump scares, limited resources, and an untrained hero facing a plethora of zombies. Cregger's film takes the tone of traditional \"Resident Evil\" adaptations, focusing on the raw and primal survival aspect of the game series, rather than a faithful adaptation of the storyline.\n\nThe film is a masterclass in horror, with A-list performances and stunning cinematography making each scene feel genuine and meaningful. Unlike his previous films, \"Resident Evil\" shows Cregger's true colors, revealing his depth as a director. While the film may not be a perfect adaptation of the video game, it is a faithful representation of the intense thrill and absurdity of playing a classic \"Resident Evil\" game. Abrams' portrayal of Bryan is heart-stopping, with every moment of despair punctuated by darkly funny moments that make the experience unforgettable. Overall, \"Resident Evil\" is an incredible movie that deserves its place as Zach Cregger's best work yet.",
  "summary": "The director of \"Weapons\" has made the first great \"Resident Evil\" adaptation, and all it took was 24 years, 8 live-action movies, 4 animated films and a failed TV series The post ‘Resident Evil’ Review: Zach Cregger’s Heart-Stopping Video Game Movie Is His Best Yet appeared first on TheWrap .",
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        "outlet": "TheWrap",
        "title": "‘Resident Evil’ First Reactions Call Zach Cregger’s Film a Video Game Adaptation Triumph",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/resident-evil-first-reactions-call-zach-creggers-film-a-video-game",
        "published": "2026-09-16T02:34:32.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Variety",
        "title": "‘Resident Evil’ First Reactions: Zach Cregger’s Zombie Horror Is ‘Gloriously Gory’ and One of ‘The Best Video Game Adaptations’ Ever",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/resident-evil-first-reactions-zach-creggers-zombie-horror-is",
        "published": "2026-09-16T03:09:28.000Z"
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        "outlet": "The Hollywood Reporter",
        "title": "Zach Cregger’s ‘Resident Evil’: First Reactions From the Premiere",
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        "published": "2026-09-16T03:37:06.000Z"
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        "outlet": "Tom's Guide",
        "title": "'Resident Evil' review: Officially the best video game movie of all time, but also Zach Cregger's worst",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/resident-evil-review-officially-the-best-video-game-movie-of-all-time",
        "published": "2026-09-16T15:59:00.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Deadline",
        "title": "‘Resident Evil’ Review: Zach Cregger Brings Style, Humor, And A Game Austin Abrams To Make Smart Original Reboot Of Horror Franchise",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/resident-evil-review-zach-cregger-brings-style-humor-and-a-game",
        "published": "2026-09-16T16:00:00.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "IndieWire",
        "title": "‘Resident Evil’ Review: Zach Cregger’s Relentless Adaptation Is the Future of Video Game Movies, Even When Too Goofy for Its Own Good",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/resident-evil-review-zach-creggers-relentless-adaptation-is-the",
        "published": "2026-09-16T16:00:00.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Consequence",
        "title": "Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil Is So Fucking Scary and So Fucking Fun: Review",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/zach-creggers-resident-evil-is-so-fucking-scary-and-so-fucking-fun",
        "published": "2026-09-16T16:00:11.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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