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Zach Cregger, the director behind Barbarian and Weapons, has reportedly been allowed extensive creative control over the upcoming Resident Evil movie following the strong reception of Weapons. The decision reflects a desire from the rights holders and studio to try a different creative route after a string of uneven adaptations. Fans and critics alike will be watching to see if Cregger can deliver a sharper, more satisfying cinematic take.
  • Cregger’s recent success with Weapons is being credited with earning him unusually broad freedom to reshape the IP, reportedly including major creative decisions.
  • He is best known for Barbarian and Weapons, films that boosted his profile and convinced the studio to trust his vision for a high-profile franchise entry.
  • The Resident Evil screen history has been mixed: the Paul W.S. Anderson era was commercially prominent but divisive, a 2021 attempt failed to establish a new continuity, and Netflix’s 2022 series did not fully placate fans.
  • Studio insiders appear willing to experiment rather than repeat past formulas, signaling a potentially bolder or more personal approach from Cregger.
  • Expectations are cautious—while hope is high that a fresh creative voice can turn the franchise around, the film will face intense scrutiny when it arrives.
Source: Eurogamer (https://www.eurogamer.net/weapons-director-zach-cregger-had-total-freedom-with-resident-evil)