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‘Resident Evil’ Film Receives Positive Reviews

Updated 2026-09-16 03:25 UTC 1 source Positive

The first reactions to the new ‘Resident Evil’ film are overwhelmingly positive, with critics praising its gory and thrilling content. Director Zach Cregger is making a strong debut in the video game adaptation genre.

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‘Resident Evil’ First Reactions: Zach Cregger’s Zombie Horror Is ‘Gloriously Gory’ and One of ‘The Best Video Game Adaptations’ Ever

“Weapons” and “Barbarian” director Zach Cregger is dabbling in studio IP for the first time with Sony’s “Resident Evil,” but it appears joining a franchise has done nothing to weaken the filmmaker’s knack for outrageously wild scares. Members of the fi

2026-09-16 03:09 UTC