Having never seen any of the Resident Evil films, I wasn’t really sure what to expect. Combined with the new and improved 3D glasses provided at the Cineworld in the O2 and a horrendous cold, I certainly didn’t feel in the right frame of mind to see this type of film – think more duvet, chick flick, wine than cinema, glasses and soft drink. But hey ho, I gave it a shot – and it turns out that I’m glad I did.
The film starts which a quick run through of what has happened in the previous film, before kicking into a really great opening action sequence. The film then moves from one action sequence to the next with some serious high suspense moments in between. For those who have become attached to the main character Alice, there are also the sensitive moments thrown in to boot.
I think that the main point which I took from this film was how much more advanced the 3D effects felt compared with other films I’ve seen recently. Part of this has to be put down to the fact that, being based on a game, the team behind the film were able to take more liberties with stretching what is possible, both with the action sequences and the resulting 3D effects. It sort of reminded me of being at Universal Studios and seeing Terminator 4D, with the knives etc popping out towards you. It really worked within the context of the film though – especially in the section where they were fighting this horrendously huge, faceless man. Terrifying on his own, but more so as his axe swung out towards you.
One throwaway point really is that the film also features Wentworth Miller of Prison Break fame – and what do you know, he’s trapped in a prison cell when you first meet him. Hmmm not my favourite part of the storyline I have to admit but who knows, maybe it was just coincidence?
Overall I would really recommend seeing this film. The 3D effects were really slick and I found the storyline really engaging whilst the action really kept up the pace of the film. Although I spend a fair amount of time with my eyes closed, I’d give Resident Evil Afterlife 9/10, Kx
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