Romero's Resident Evil: A Must-See or Just Fan Service?
.::. English is not my native language, please take this into consideration when reading the following review .::.
As a zombie fan and content creator for zombie themes, the "George A. Romero's Resident Evil" documentary was an absolute must-have. I pre-ordered the DVD and, of course, watched it immediately upon receipt, publishing a review on my channel.
.::. Content Focus .::.
.::. Strengths .::.
.::. Weaknesses .::.
!! - Little new information for Romero and "Resident Evil" experts. !!
.::. Conclusion .::.
The documentary is still a must-see for fans who want to learn more about the lost project. It offers exciting insights but avoids a comprehensive critical analysis. Romero's passion for the project is evident. And whoever gets the physical version does not have a dust catcher but a documentary that definitely gets a place in the collection.
As a zombie fan and content creator for zombie themes, the "George A. Romero's Resident Evil" documentary was an absolute must-have. I pre-ordered the DVD and, of course, watched it immediately upon receipt, publishing a review on my channel.
.::. Content Focus .::.
- Romero's life's work and his influence on the zombie genre.
- His dark vision for the "Resident Evil" film and the reasons for his departure.
- The role of Konstantin Film and their rejection of Romero's approach.
- The work of the "George A. Romero Foundation" and the living legacy of Romero.
.::. Strengths .::.
- Detailed portrayal of Romero's creative vision.
- Atmospheric implementation: The documentary transports the viewer directly into the world of the first "Resident Evil" games with elements such as the DVD menu and the quote overlays. I often felt transported back to the first minutes of playing Resident Evil, with those doors in mind.
- It's simply grandiose that they managed to get Pablo Kuntz - the voice of Albert Wesker - to guide us through a documentary about a possible Resident Evil film by Romero that unfortunately never happened. (Yes, I'm serious, it's truly grandiose.) How ironic is it that none other than the voice of Albert Wesker leads us through this unrealized story?
- Interesting insights into the genesis of the project.
.::. Weaknesses .::.
- Avoids a critical examination of Romero. I would have liked more of that.
- One-sided portrayal of Konstantin Film and Paul W. S. Anderson.
- Critical comments about Romero's screenplay are interpreted as attacks, or rather, it comes across that way.
!! - Little new information for Romero and "Resident Evil" experts. !!
.::. Conclusion .::.
The documentary is still a must-see for fans who want to learn more about the lost project. It offers exciting insights but avoids a comprehensive critical analysis. Romero's passion for the project is evident. And whoever gets the physical version does not have a dust catcher but a documentary that definitely gets a place in the collection.
- ApokalypseFM
- 5 avr. 2025