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Hollywood is once again daring to breathe new life into the Resident Evil film series. Following a six-film saga and an unsuccessful reboot, the franchise might be looking at a fresh start with a face from the Euphoria ensemble. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Austin Abrams, renowned for his role as Ethan, might be stepping into the chaos of an undead narrative in this ambitious new project already attracting significant talents.
Renowned director and writer Zach Cregger is on board to create a fresh adaptation of this iconic survival horror game series. Famous for his work on Barbarian, which starred the likes of Bill Skarsgård, this venture follows his success in creating chilling narratives. While working on his upcoming movie, Weapons, described as a “multistory” horror romp about missing high school teens, Cregger first encountered Abrams. IMDb notes the star-studded ensemble of Weapons also includes Josh Brolin, Julia Garner, and Benedict Wong.
While current discussions remain informal, with such momentum, developments could soon unfold rapidly. Eager to reignite the series, Sony and Cregger are actively scouting European locales for filming, setting the stage for potential excitement.GamesRadar speculates how this new venture might explore regions beyond Raccoon City, perhaps delving into landscapes reminiscent of Resident Evil 7: Biohazard or Resident Evil: Village. One can’t help but wonder if Cregger’s talent for creating fearsome beasts could possibly introduce Lady Dimitrescu into live-action, though audiences may not be ready to relive past internet memes induced by her.
As anticipation builds, prepare yourself with ample resources and patience. Meanwhile, for aficionados keen to explore the genre further, have a look at the 10 best video game movies of all time to pass the time as we await more updates.
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