 "It is what it is" | 2009-10-06 |
| - Reviewed By sulgit |
| It wasnt a perfect movie, but I cant understand the relentless bashing of it either. I thought it followed the plotlines (and characters/monsters) of the game a lot closer than the first (which I think was a good thing). Maybe I'm just an unashamed fan of the VG, but I thought this was the better effort of the series. It is what it is...a fairly cinematographic, fast paced popcorn movie. |
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 "Great" | 2009-10-05 |
| - Reviewed By User: A126BY05VWKNZG |
| Love this series of movies I think the plot in each one is fabulous and MIla does a great job. |
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 "Apocalypse Comes To Blu-ray" | 2009-10-03 |
| - Reviewed By rchawg |
The virus that turned the inhabitants of the Hive into flesh eating zombies has now made it's way through Raccoon City turning the cities inhabitants into...well, flesh eating zombies. The city has been quarantined. No one is able to leave or enter. However, the few that have yet been affected by the virus are not without hope as long as they have Alice.
Milla Jovovich reprises her role as Alice, the zombie butt kicking heroine from the 2002 hit, Resident Evil. She has become stronger and more aware of her abilities. Unfortunately, so has her enemies. Umbrella has released their newest weapon into the city - Nemesis. Nemesis is a hulking abomination that has his eyes set on the S.T.A.R.S team and on Alice.
This movie leaves the confines of the Hive, and takes to the streets of Raccoon City. While the areas are dark and definitely spooky, the suspense is killed by how open they are. One of the biggest draws of Resident Evil was the claustrophobia inducing corridors. The characters never knew what was around the corner, and they had little time to react or maneuver when they found out. You simply never get this feeling with Apocalypse. Suspense has been replaced with action. What you are left with is a decent action zombie movie with little resembling the Resident Evil tone and mood.
With action playing a greater role, the pacing has quickened quite a bit with frequent explosions, shootouts, and hand to hand combat. I believe more with this movie than any other, Milla secured her title of the "Female Arnold Schwarzenegger". She really gives the big guy from Austria a run for his money when it comes to being a kick butt action star.
This is nothing really groundbreaking with the special features - commentaries, behind the scenes, deleted scenes, etc. As usual, the better commentary track comes from the filmmakers rather than the cast.
Picture quality is not bad, but it's not a real looker either. My biggest complaint is with the skewed black levels. It looks a bit bright which hurts the contrast in darker scenes of which 98% of the movie is composed of. Colors are generally good, but nothing really pops. It is disappointing, but not necessarily a deal breaker. Sound quality is excellent. With a good surround sound setup, the groans of the undead will put the hair on the back of your neck at attention.
Overall, it's not a horrible movie, it's just not Resident Evil. The suspenseful mystique of the 2002 film has been lost, and replaced with something that more resembles a summer blockbuster. Fans of the Resident Evil universe will still find enough to keep them entertained, but this movie definitely won't change the minds of those on the fence.
Tech Specs
Video: 1080p, 2.40:1
Audio: English LPCM 5.1, English Dolby Digital 5.1
Subtitles: English, English SDH, Spanish, Portuguese |
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| "Great as the first if not better" | 2009-08-09 |
| - Reviewed By User: A2RXBI0218201Z |
This movie was good lot of action and Zombies all over the place and a evil corperation trying to kill everyone in sight and continue their experments. It all so makes the debut of Jill Valentine who strangely is not part of the S.T.A.R.S Unit with Carlos Olivera who was left behind by the Corperation.
Alice Returns kicking ass and has clearly improved since the first movie, due to the effects of the Experments Umbrella were doing to her.
The Basis of the Story is Alice, Jill, Carlos and others try to survive, get out of the city and rescue a young girl all before a missle goes off by the corperation that will kill every single person or zombie and the virus.
the big bad monster from Resident Evil 2 shows up Nemesis which makes things harder for the group.
A fun movie lot of action and one I recommend you watch and add to your collection. |
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| "Zealous Zombies, Devil Dogs, Mutant Monsters, And Gore Galore!" | 2009-07-28 |
| - Reviewed By karenjoan914 |
Those evil, all powerful corporations just never learn. Rule #1: never, never go back into the secret, underground research facility after it has been sealed off because of cannibalistic zombies, rampant viruses, and a crazed, out of control, killer computer. But in RESIDENT EVIL - APOCALYPSE, the big, bad Umbrella Corporation does just that. And baaaaad things are released into Raccoon City. Very bad things. And it looks like only Alice can stop them.
As with the original Resident Evil, RESIDENT EVIL - APOCALYPSE is a monster-mashing, gore-filled zombie flick which is unexpectedly entertaining. The pace is fast, the plot is thin, but followable (and even contains a few surprises), and the acting is typical for a monster movie...but then again, you don't watch monster movies for the acting. The special effects are decent, if corny at times.
If you take this flick for what it is, RESIDENT EVIL - APOCALYPSE is a fun, modern day B-movie, perfect for a popcorn evening at home. My husband and I had as surprisingly good time with this. And we are actually looking forward to seeing the next one!
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| "Much More Enjoyable Than I Expected" | 2009-07-15 |
| - Reviewed By User: A1I4A7LUQEMAKM |
I really wasn't expecting myself to enjoy this movie as much as I did. It was a nice popcorn flick with good action. I found it to be quite entertaining.
I am usually very critical when it comes to movies. My views on movies usually parallels many critics but I found myself thoroughly engaged while watching this.
The first Resident Evil movie surprised me because I was mildy entertained by it but I did not enjoy it nearly as much as this one. Of course if you're expecting an Oscar-worthy blockbuster here you will be disappointed but if you just want some good ol' mindless movie-watching fun, I recommend Resident Evil: Apocolypse. The producers seem as if they really put some effort into making this movie an enjoyable experience and not out for the fast buck. Matter-of-fact, I really wouldn't mind owning this movie. |
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