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21 of 25 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
For fans it's a blast but likely to be lost on others, 14 Jan 2009
Resident evil degeneration very much proves to be a resi game translated into a 90 minute scene. Arriving at the airport Claire Redfield finds herself in the middle of an viral outbreak of the T-virus, turning the dead into zombies. Trapped within the compound, with other survivors, a rescue team is dispatched headed by government agent Leon S Kennedy. As the story progresses it becomes apparent the outbreak was a terrorist attack tied to a shady pharmaceuticals firm; as Leon and Claire investigate they find themselves yet again pulled into a world of unimaginable horror.
T virus, G virus, Claire and Leon's reunion an homage to their original meeting, Claire wielding a specifically designed umbrella, just when you think the boss is dead it comes back, shady corporations, endless computer voiced countdowns to certain doom, mutants pursuing blood relations, heavy falling footsteps and of course spectacularly hokey dialogue. All staples of resident evil back in the day and ever present here. Less of a continuation of resident evil 4 and more of a sequel to resident evil 2, chances are if you never played Capcom's first sequel much of the movies charm will be lost on you but if you did you will more than likely lap it up.
Though the movie itself operates as both a sequel and a standalone affair, offering a new story with few links to previous instalments, other than names and off hand comments, and as such its a lot more accessible to newbies as opposed to say Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children (2 Disc Special Edition) was. It's good to see Claire and Leon together again, though as the movie progresses they don't share that much screen time together sadly, but their interaction is great fun and the movie keeps up a quick pace.
The voice acting is what you would expect from your typical resident evil game. The dialogue likewise follows suit, sounding especially silly when delivered with serious hammy conviction, but then again its all part of resident evils charm ( Jill sandwich anyone?). The animation is fast and fluid, facial detail is particularity good and the action sequences are of course OTT and highly entertaining.
All in all it's not likely to convert anyone who didn't like resident evil before and probably wont gain too many new fans, but for those of us who remember our zombie blasting days on the PS1 it's a guilty pleasure. Not a ground breaking move forward in animation films nor is the dialogue very well written but its definitely a movie for the fans, especially those who didn't enjoy the Anderson films,and as such proves to be a blast seeing a true to form resident evil movie on the screen.
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27 of 39 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Better than the Milla Jovovich 'efforts', 28 Dec 2008
After the diabolical trilogy, Capcom must have reached the conclusion that if a semi-decent Resident Evil film is ever going to be made; it should be taken in-house. A joint collaboration with Sony, Degeneration is set between the events of Resident Evil 4 and the eagerly anticipated Part 5.
The collapse of the Umbrella corporation has led to the T Virus being sold on the black market. Its suspected Umbrellas former employees are responsible. Regardless, this biological weapon is now available for a price to terrorist cells around the world. The Biological Security Assessment Alliance (BSAA) - who Chris Redfield will be working for in Resi 5 - has been formed to prevent and neutralise these viral threats.
The plot cleverly links the Resident Evil story with a more recent and universal fear of terror attacks. This gives the franchise fresh narrative to work with, and makes it more relevant than ever. A bio-terror attack brings chaos to Harvardville airport. Luckily Leon Kennedy & Claire Redfield (re-united for the first time since Resident Evil 2) are on hand to prevent another outbreak.
A new, equally sinister corporation called Tricell emerges to continue Umbrella's work; with events set in motion by a rogue soldier.
There are plenty of references to the game. Claire uses a red and white umbrella as a weapon, the G Virus resurfaces, and some of the camera shots are similar in style to the game. The same voice characters seem to have been used. They at least sound authentic, and deliver the cheesey dialogue with some conviction.
Not perfect, but far better than Resident Evils big screen outings.
In comparison, this feels like a film for the fans.
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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
Like the game, but you can't play!, 19 Feb 2009
This is really for fans of the computer game series only. The film takes all of the game's staples and translates it into 90 minutes of mostly plain CG. There are a few exciting parts, but I was left feeling that I'd just watched all of the cutscenes from one of the games glued together.
There are a few hints at the end of the film that lead on into Resident Evil 5 on the Playstation 3, but they are 'blink and you'll miss em' short.
Overall, I'd watch it if you're a fan (like me) or an action nut, otherwise don't bother.
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