From The Hollywood Reporter · Abid Rahman · · 1m 10s
Resident Evil reboot gets first reactions
Sony’s new Resident Evil premiered in Los Angeles before a tight review embargo and a global theatrical launch.
In brief
Sony’s new Resident Evil premiered in Los Angeles before a tight review embargo and a global theatrical launch. Early social reactions are allowed, but full judgment on Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil waits until the Sept. 16 review embargo lifts. Originally reported by The Hollywood Reporter.
Resident Evil returns
Sony is bringing back its action horror franchise with a second reimagining based on the long-running video game series.
“Resident Evil is back! Again.”
Abrams leads the film
Austin Abrams stars in the new Constantin Film and Columbia Pictures take on Resident Evil.
Premiere in Los Angeles
The film had its world premiere Tuesday night at The United Theater in Los Angeles, alongside press screenings.
Reactions hit social
Sony let festivalgoers share short reactions after the screening, so early buzz began landing online before full reviews.
Reviews stay under wraps
Full reviews remain embargoed until 9 a.m. PT on Sept. 16, keeping deeper critical takes sealed a little longer.
Release week is packed
Resident Evil screens at Fantastic Fest on Sept. 17, then opens in theaters worldwide on Sept. 18.
Here's the gist
Early social reactions are allowed, but full judgment on Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil waits until the Sept. 16 review embargo lifts.
