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Hideo Kojima recently shared his thoughts on Zach Cregger's Resident Evil movie. Although he initially lacked interest in the project, Kojima expressed being impressed by the film's execution, noting its relentless use of classic horror techniques and jump scares that evoke the atmosphere of The Thing.
Kojima noted that the film succeeds by capturing the specific experience of playing the original 1996 PlayStation title rather than strictly adapting a narrative. He compared his viewing experience to his own history with the game, recalling the frustration of repeated failures.
The film's original story, which centers on the character Bryan played by Austin Abrams, has drawn criticism from fans seeking a direct adaptation of the game's plot. Despite this, Cregger's creative direction aligns with the intended viewer experience.
Commercially, the movie has achieved significant success, earning over $320 million worldwide. This performance makes it the highest-grossing entry in the series, surpassing the $312 million record previously held by 2016's The Final Chapter.
