{
  "id": 8929527,
  "title": "Resident Evil is the best videogame movie because Bryan sucks",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/resident-evil-is-the-best-videogame-movie-because-bryan-sucks",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-21T13:43:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "PC Gamer",
    "slug": "pc-gamer",
    "url": "https://www.pcgamer.com/games/resident-evil/resident-evil-is-the-best-videogame-movie-because-bryan-sucks/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Resident Evil has proven to be the best videogame movie to date, thanks to its lovably inept protagonist, Bryan. Unlike skilled heroes like Leon or Chris, Bryan is a tired dork trying to complete his last job of the night. He lacks firearms expertise and common sense, making him a more relatable everyman for Resident Evil fans. Bryan's mistakes are not frustrating but rather empathetic, as most would react similarly in such a situation. His blunders, such as lying about tire chains, misfiring at t-Virus victims, and getting stranded, add to the movie's humor and authenticity. Reshoots Zach Cregger's decision to keep the original heroes intact, making Bryan a more accurate representation of a Resident Evil player. The film successfully captures the essence of the games, offering a unique and enjoyable horror experience.",
  "summary": "Not that the competition was steep.",
  "key_points": [
    "Bryan, the inept protagonist, makes Resident Evil relatable",
    "Bryan's mistakes add humor and authenticity to the film",
    "Reshoots kept original heroes, enhancing Bryan's representation"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Business Recorder",
        "title": "Horror movie 'Resident Evil' tops North American box office",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/horror-movie-resident-evil-tops-north-american-box-office",
        "published": "2026-09-21T15:22:01.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}