What Is Resident Evil Really About?
Summary
Mark Kermode and Jack Howard discuss Zach Kregger's *Resident Evil* reboot, praising its tight pacing, blend of horror and comedy, and thematic depth regarding the avoidance of responsibility. They also explore Kregger's previous works, *Barbarian* and *Weapons*, while briefly touching on the new James Bond casting rumors and the film's effective score.
Topics discussed
Introduction and late review of Resident Evil
Video game nostalgia and James Bond casting
Zach Kregger's background and previous films
Discussion of the film Barbarian
Analysis of the film Weapons and Gladys character
Zach Kregger's personal inspirations and comedy roots
Resident Evil plot, humor, and subversions
Comparison to John Carpenter's The Thing
Thematic depth and subconscious storytelling
The film's score and abstract sound design
Runtime, pacing, and Paul Walter Hauser's role
The finale, ending, and comparison to Jaws
Critique of modern post-credits scenes
Austin Abrams' performance and relatable body type
Closing remarks and subscription call to action
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