Resident Evil director speaks about reactions to new film

Zach Cregger, the director of the upcoming Resident Evil film, has responded to the mixed reactions to its first teaser. In a conversation with filmmaker Curry Barker, director of Obsession, Cregger shared his thoughts on fan expectations and the decision to tell an original story.

Original stories and fan expectations

Cregger noted that many fans have spoken out about the lack of familiar elements in his version of Resident Evil. "There are so many people who clearly want the film to feel more like the video game, which means they want to see the characters and story from the game. Anything that differs from that isn't really welcomed," he said.

Still, Cregger remains convinced that choosing to tell an original story was the right call. He stressed that he would not feel creatively fulfilled if he simply followed the existing storylines from the games. "If I were only telling the story of the games, I think the most hardcore fans would be disappointed," he added.

Teaser and reactions

The film's teaser showed footage of a new protagonist running through the zombie-infested streets of Raccoon City. No familiar figures such as Leon Kennedy or Nemesis appeared, which led to mixed reactions on social media. While some viewers were excited about the fresh approach, others voiced concerns about the lack of recognizable elements.

Creative freedom and future plans

Cregger said that having freedom in his creative choices is important to him. He explained that while he understands fans' concerns, he does not want to return to the established characters and stories. "I want to tell a story that feels new and exciting, and that wouldn't be possible if I were just doing a retelling of the games," he said firmly.

Cregger believes audiences will appreciate the film if they are patient. More details and possibly new trailers are expected in the coming months, with the director hoping fans will come to value the original approach.