Resident Evil (2002)

Resident Evil (2002) Resident Evil is a 2002 science fiction horror film based on the popular Capcom video game series. The film was the first installment in the eponymous film franchise and was directed by Paul W. S. Anderson, who also wrote the screenplay. ## Plot

The film takes place in a secret underground facility of the Umbrella Corporation, where a T-virus leak has occurred. This virus turns the staff into zombies and animals into mutated monsters. The amnesiac heroine Alice (Milla Jovovich) and a corporate special forces team try to stop the spread of the virus and uncover the secrets hidden in this complex. ## Main Characters and Actors

• Milla Jovovich — Alice, the main heroine with amnesia
• Michelle Rodriguez — Rain Ocampo, a member of the special forces team
• Eric Mabius — Matt Addison, a civilian trapped inside
• James Purefoy — Spence Parks, one of the team
• Colin Salmon — James Shade, the team commander
• Martin Crewes — Dr. Charles Ashford, a scientist ## Creative Team
• Director: Paul W. S. Anderson
• Screenwriter: Paul W. S. Anderson
• Producers: Paul W. S. Anderson, Jeremy Bolt, Samuel Hadida, Bernd Eichinger
• Cinematographer: Oliver Wood
• Composer: Marilyn Manson and others
• Studio: Constantin Film ## Franchise Chronology

The film is the first part of a large franchise that includes: 1. Resident Evil (2002) — the first film in the series, which launched the film adaptations of the games 2. Resident Evil: Apocalypse (2004) — a sequel where Alice returns to Raccoon City, which is overrun by the virus 3. Resident Evil: Extinction (2007) — the third installment, depicting a post-apocalyptic world 4. Resident Evil: Afterlife (2010) — the fourth film, where Alice searches for survivors 5. Resident Evil: Retribution (2012) — the fifth installment with new enemies and allies 6. Resident Evil: The Final Chapter (2016) — the final part of the original series with Milla Jovovich 7. Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City (2021) — a franchise reboot by director Johannes Roberts 8. Resident Evil (2026) — a new reboot by director Zach Cregger ## Box Office and Critical Reception

The film had a budget of $33 million and grossed over $102 million worldwide. It received mixed reviews from critics but was commercially successful, launching a long-running franchise. ## Where to Watch

The film is available on various streaming platforms:

• Netflix
• Amazon Prime Video
• HBO Max
• Apple TV
• Google Play Movies ## Interesting Facts
• The film is not a direct adaptation of any of the games, but instead creates an original story in the Resident Evil universe
• Director Paul Anderson stated that he wanted to create something similar to "Alien", but in his own style
• The film launched a series of six sequels with Milla Jovovich in the lead role
• In 2022, an animated series "Resident Evil: Infinite Darkness" was also released The film became a cult classic in the video game adaptation genre and laid the foundation for further adaptations.