CultureReview: Resident Evil gets the fresh take its flagging franchise needed
The latest Resident Evil reboot overcomes the uninspired 2021 attempt with director Zach Cregger’s distinctive blend of horror, humor, and exaggerated gore. The review calls it terrific and says its fresh approach works even for viewers who are not franchise fans. Earlier films were commercially successful but received mixed reviews, while the 2021 reboot and a later Netflix series fell short.
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Ars Technica★★☆☆☆2026-09-22 17:30Original
Review: Resident Evil gets the fresh take its flagging franchise needed
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