Described as a reboot that won't retell a story from the game series, but will return to the franchise's suspense/horror roots and be more faithful to the spirit of the early games. The film follows a protagonist (Austin Abrams) who descends deeper and deeper into hell.
Background
The new film from director Zach Cregger, who has already attracted attention in the horror genre with "Barbarian" and "Weapons".
Recent news for Resident Evil Reboot
- Resident Evil: "Weapons" Star Confirmed as Lead Actor"Weapons" director Zach Cregger is behind the horror reboot
- Resident Evil: First Plot Details RevealedAustin Abrams could play the lead role
- Release Date Announced for the Resident Evil RebootThe film will be based more on the video games
- Resident Evil Reboot: Zach Cregger to Direct New FilmThe movie is supposed to go more in the direction of horror again