Resident Evil: Degeneration
6.9
Quality Score
0.27 (Mild Positive)
Audience Mood
6 / 10
Controversy
26,677
MAL Ratings
Synopsis — from MyAnimeList
The story is set in autumn 2005, one year after Resident Evil 4 game took place. Due to an as of yet unexplained reason, zombies appear in a United States airport. The release of the zombies leads to danger of an outbreak.
Audience Consensus
Audience opinion is split, with a strong contingent of dedicated Resident Evil fans appreciating the faithful adaptation and impressive CGI. However, many viewers find the story predictable and lacking in genuine horror, with criticism leveled at the voice acting and character development. While the visuals are praised, the narrative fails to resonate with a broader audience, leading to a "love it or tolerate it" reception.
Strengths
- Visually impressive CGI animation, often described as outstanding and life-like, resembling high-end game cutscenes.
- Faithful adaptation of Resident Evil lore and characters, pleasing long-time fans with familiar faces and voice actors.
- Realistic and impactful sound effects, including gunfire and explosions.
- Decent instrumental music and sound design that fits the horror genre.
- The action sequences and fight scenes are generally well-executed and exciting.
Weaknesses
- The story is considered cliché, predictable, and uninspired, with a lack of originality.
- Character development is weak, with some characters feeling underdeveloped or stereotypical.
- The voice acting, particularly in the English dub, is often criticized as poor, with lip-sync issues and characters lacking emotional range.
- The film struggles to balance action with genuine horror or suspense, often feeling more like a video game cutscene than a compelling movie.
- Plot holes and nonsensical elements in the narrative are noted by several reviewers.