‘Resident Evil’ first trailer shows an adaptation that aims to scare the living daylights out of you
The film from the director of ‘Weapons’ now has a trailer and a release date.
It’s hard to have much hope of seeing an adaptation of the Capcom franchise that captures the tone and feel of the games. ‘Resident Evil’ is the director of ‘Weapons’’ attempt to bring his vision of horror to life, but the truth is that its first trailer falls far short of capturing the atmosphere of the original. You can watch it below.
Here’s the release date and everything we know about ‘Resident Evil’
At a glance: ‘Resident Evil’ will hit theaters on September 18. Directed by Zach Cregger, the film features an original story set in the franchise’s universe, separate from the classic characters and focused on a more intimate and direct experience.
The story begins with the viewer on what seems like a routine night that soon descends into utter chaos. The protagonist, Bryan, is a medical courier tasked with delivering an urgent package to a remote hospital. What begins as a minor job quickly reveals itself as the trigger for a chain of catastrophic events: upon arriving at his destination, the character finds himself trapped in the midst of a biological outbreak that transforms the environment into a hostile space dominated by mutated creatures and an invisible threat that spreads uncontrollably.
Austin Abrams (Bryan) leads the cast as the medical courier caught in the midst of a biological outbreak, the central figure of the story. Joining him are Paul Walter Hauser (Carl), Zach Cherry (Dave), Kali Reis (Pauline), and Johnno Wilson (Max), among others.
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Meanwhile, players looking for a more traditional experience have several cutting-edge options in the video game. The most obvious is Resident Evil Requiem, which taps into Leon’s nostalgia while adding a new dimension through Grace. It’s a title that explores the two most current aspects of the franchise: the parts that focus on horror and others that offer something closer to pure action. It’s available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
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