Resident Evil Movie Director Says Fans Would Be ‘Bummed’ If He ‘Just Did the Story of the Games’
Resident Evil director Zach Cregger is standing by his creative choice to tell an original story rather than closely adapt the video game’s narrative for his upcoming live-action film. During an interview with director Curry Barker for Interview Magazine, Cregger acknowledged the “divided” fan response to his first movie teaser, noting that some viewers have called for the film to incorporate more familiar elements from the games. However, Cregger remains confident in his decision to diverge from the source material. He expressed enthusiasm about his approach, suggesting that directly adapting the game’s story would ultimately disappoint audiences. The director, known for horror films like Wheatley and Barbarian, believes greater creative value exists in exploring original storytelling within the Resident Evil universe rather than recreating what already exists. This stance reflects ongoing tensions in video game adaptations, where filmmakers balance fan expectations for authenticity against the desire to craft distinctive cinematic experiences. Cregger’s comments come as the production continues to develop its vision of Raccoon City.