{
  "id": 8301200,
  "title": "Resident Evil Is a Fleet, Entertaining Zombie-Filled Reboot",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/resident-evil-is-a-fleet-entertaining-zombie-filled-reboot",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-18T19:56:34.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Time",
    "slug": "time",
    "url": "https://time.com/article/2026/09/18/resident-evil-review/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Resident Evil, a new zombie-filled reboot, offers an entertaining and fleet 90-minute movie experience. The film, directed by Austin Abrams, draws inspiration from the long-standing Japanese video game series. Unlike its predecessors, Resident Evil takes a more relaxed approach, focusing on the journey of its protagonist, Bryan Hodukavich, played by Austin Abrams.\n\nBryan is a medical courier tasked with transporting a crucial package to Raccoon City General Hospital, a mission that takes him through treacherous, icy mountain roads. His journey is filled with zombie encounters, hiccups, and a touch of humor. Despite some complaints from fans about the absence of certain characters, Abrams wisely chooses to concentrate on Bryan's struggles.\n\nAs the film progresses, the zombie menace intensifies, leading to a climactic and suspenseful end. Abrams' performance carries the film well, and he becomes more alive as the action intensifies. The movie leaves viewers satisfied, with Bryan's fate left open-ended, promising a potential sequel. The Resident Evil reboot, with its unique style and humor, is a welcome addition to the zombie genre and offers a fresh take on the classic horror story.",
  "summary": "Zach Cregger's latest film is a satisfying zombie-filled journey",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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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."
}