Resident Evil Film's Humor Cut After Test Screenings
Director Zach Cregger removed jokes from the upcoming Resident Evil movie. Test audiences found the film too funny, impacting their enjoyment. Cregger believes toning down the humor enhances the horror experience.
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Director Zach Cregger revealed that the upcoming Resident Evil movie, set to release on September 18, had its humor significantly reduced after test screenings indicated it was too funny. Cregger, who comes from a comedy background with Whitest Kids 'U Know, stated that stripping out jokes improved the audience's enjoyment and his own appreciation for the film. He also discussed his approach to adapting the game, prioritizing his own vision over pleasing all fans, and confirmed the movie will not feature legacy characters.
Resident Evil director says test audiences thought the movie was "too funny," so he toned down the humor:…
Resident Evil movie director Zach Cregger revealed that test audiences found the film too humorous, leading him to remove jokes to enhance the horror aspect. Cregger, who has a background in comedy, stated that toning down the humor improved both audience reception and his own enjoyment of the movie. The film, based on the popular video game series, is set to release on September 18.
Zach Cregger had to dial down the jokes in his upcoming Resident Evil film because test screeners 'thought it was…
Director Zach Cregger revealed that test screenings for his upcoming Resident Evil film indicated it was too funny, prompting him to remove jokes. Cregger learned that toning down the humor improved audience reception and his own satisfaction with the movie, aiming for a better balance between horror and levity.
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