Resident Evil: Degeneration (2008)

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  TheMovieDiorama

  6 / 10

  Resident Evil Degeneration generates enough faithful zombie action to justify its residency. After the first few live action instalments from Anderson's questionable series, Capcom took it upon themselves to produce a true representation of their iconic video game franchise. Substituting a rather provocative Jovovich for emotionless polygons. However, it's reassuring to see some actual vibrancy reminiscent of the series, as if watching an extended cutscene straight out of 'Resident Evil 4'. Yet its simplistic execution and detailed lore may deter newcomers from enjoying the walking dead. Special agent Leon Kennedy is tasked with rescuing a senator and Claire Redfield from a zombie infested airport. Although political and financial conspiracies soon lead the group to a suspicious research facility. Think of this as a survival horror level, followed by a boss battle with multiple phases. Its video game like narrative structure might be too simplistic for some, however as an iteration of its source material I do believe it succeeds. The computer animation authentically captures the fear and horror of the situation. From wandering individuals infected with the T-Virus to a gargantuan brute possessing the G-Virus. The detail in both the environmental texture and character models still hold well today. With engrossing camera techniques, such as POV shots through darkened corridors, providing an adequate amount of suspense which complements the basic plot. The film knows how straightforward it is, with many scenes just providing contextual dialogue in order to further the story. The characterisation is stoic and serious, much like the limited facial animation, which unfortunately feels like watching lifeless robots as opposed to heroic humans. The real antagonist is one that is consistently shifting, only becoming revelatory during the last five minutes, diminishing the sense of dread. Although the action and gorgeous slow motion scenes during the research facility boss battle was glorious. Degeneration may not be the greatest Resident Evil film, but it's the best on offer.

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