Video Game Movie From Weapons Director Zach Cregger
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Sony has released the trailer for the new horror film "Resident Evil," directed by Zach Cregger and co-written with Shay Hatten, featuring an original story separate from established characters in the franchise.
- The film introduces a new protagonist, a courier caught in the midst of a Raccoon City outbreak, diverging from familiar figures like Leon S. Kennedy and Jill Valentine.
- The "Resident Evil" franchise originated as a 1994 PlayStation game and has expanded into numerous sequels, remakes, and six previous films, collectively grossing over $1.2 billion worldwide.
- Produced and co-financed by Constantin Film, alongside Vertigo Entertainment, PlayStation Productions, and others, the film continues the franchise's legacy with fresh creative direction.
- "Resident Evil" is set for theatrical release on September 18, with the official trailer now available for viewing.
