Cregger Says Resident Evil Success Feels 'Gratifying,' Not Vindication
The director says he is done with franchise films after his Resident Evil movie earned $363 million worldwide, and will next make The Flood.
Zach Cregger said he feels gratified rather than vindicated by the response to his Resident Evil movie, according to GameSpot. The director addressed the film's performance and the earlier backlash from some gamers in a new interview.
The Resident Evil movie has earned $363 million globally, making it the highest-grossing and highest-rated entry in the series. It also ranks as the No. 9 highest-grossing video game movie ever.
Cregger said he will stop engaging with online critics and focus on making the films he wants to make. He added that he is done with franchise movies overall.
His next project is The Flood, an original sci-fi movie starring Jennifer Lawrence.
Before Resident Evil was released, Cregger said he had been naive to think gamers would embrace his vision for the movie, with some fans wanting a direct adaptation featuring familiar plotlines and characters.
Quick answers
How much has Zach Cregger's Resident Evil movie earned?
The film has earned $363 million globally, according to GameSpot.
What is Zach Cregger's next movie?
His next film is The Flood, an original sci-fi movie starring Jennifer Lawrence.