From The Hollywood Reporter · Frank Scheck · · 1m
Resident Evil reboot revives a tired franchise
Zach Cregger transforms a struggling video game adaptation into something genuinely exciting.
In brief
Zach Cregger transforms a struggling video game adaptation into something genuinely exciting. A skilled director can breathe new life into exhausted IP by bringing fresh creative vision. Originally reported by The Hollywood Reporter.
Cregger's horror pedigree
The director created Barbarian and Weapons, two audacious original horror films that defined the last decade.
A surprising creative choice
When Cregger announced his next project would be a Resident Evil reboot, it felt like a step backward from his original work.
Video game adaptations struggle
The Resident Evil film franchise has been unrewarding, with six original films and a failed reboot attempt called Welcome to Raccoon City.
Cregger completely rejuvenates it
The talented filmmaker has left all previous Resident Evil films in the dust with a completely fresh take on the series.
Exhausted IP needs fresh vision
Cregger's success proves that even struggling franchises can be revived when a skilled director brings genuine creative energy.
What to remember
A skilled director can breathe new life into exhausted IP by bringing fresh creative vision.
