George A. Romero's Resident Evil
George A. Romero's Resident Evil
George A. Romero's Resident Evil
George A. Romero's Resident Evil
George A. Romero's Resident Evil
George A. Romero's Resident Evil
George A. Romero's Resident Evil
George A. Romero's Resident Evil
George A. Romero's Resident Evil
George A. Romero's Resident Evil
George A. Romero's Resident Evil

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George A. Romero's Resident Evil

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This listing is for the standard edition Blu-ray. The limited edition slipcover (designed by Chris Barnes) was limited to 1,000 units and is sold out. The two versions are identical, aside from the slipcover.

Dark Star Pictures is a new-age North American distribution company, focused on bringing unique and targeted content to audiences across the country and is committed to releasing auteur-driven, original cinema in the theatrical, digital and home video space. In partnership with OCN Distribution, new Dark Star titles - along with celebrated features in their back catalog - will receive features packed blu-ray editions that will maintain the OCN standard of quality and Dark Star's deft curation.

George A. Romero's Resident Evil gives viewers unprecedented access to the tumultuous behind-the-scenes dynamics, creative tensions, and ultimately, the poignant demise of the envisioned film. Revealing Romero's unique perspective, this documentary shows the intricacies of his creative process, undisclosed facts of his script, and his struggles with the corporate elements overseeing the project.

directed by: Brandon Salisbury
starring: Matt Blazi, Ben Rubin, Norman England, J.J. Trulock, Kenichi Iwao, James Rolfe
2024 / 112 min / 1.78:1 / English DTS-HD MA 5.1

Additional info:

  • 2-Disc Region A Blu-ray
  • Film commentary with Brandon Salisbury and Tom Robenolt
  • Round table discussion with Brandon, Tom, and Matt Blazi discussing George Romero, the video games, the movies, and the unmade film
  • Ben Rubin interview (uncut)
  • Jim Krut interview (uncut)
  • Pat Jankiewicz interview (uncut)
  • Matt Blazi interview (uncut)
  • Michael Felsher interview (uncut)
  • A short interview with Brandon Salisbury about the documentary
  • A short interview with Tom Robenolt about the documentary
  • English SDH subtitles

Overall rating: 4.605769 / 5 from 104 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

George A. Romero's Resident Evil offers a deep dive into the making of the unmade film, featuring interviews and discussions with key figures involved in the project. The standard edition Blu-ray includes a documentary, film commentary, and multiple interviews, all presented with high-quality audio and subtitles.

Summary topics

  • Documentary Quality: 22%
  • Documentary Value: 54%

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Review highlights

  • "Such an informative documentary with an amazing presentation and beautiful slipcover!" — Jared L.
  • "RIP George Romero, liked this documentary, nice looking slipcover also." — Phillip R.
  • "George A. Romero’s Resident Evil is a compelling deep dive into one of horror cinema’s greatest missed opportunities." — Tim L.

Reviews

Romero Doc

"Pretty informative documentary about Romero's attempt at making a Resident Evil film. Unfortunately, that never happened. Highly recommended for Romero fans"

— Jerry L. (5/5)

George A. Romero's Resident Evil

"Great documentary well worth the purchase slipcover sold out first day glad i got it"

— Andrew D. (5/5)

One of the most fascinating what ifs

"George A. Romero’s unmade Resident Evil project remains one of the most fascinating “what ifs” in horror cinema. Romero, the father of modern zombie films, was originally attached to bring Capcom’s iconic franchise to the screen, and his vision reportedly leaned much closer to the tone of the games—bleak, claustrophobic, and rooted in biological horror rather than action spectacle. His script and early materials suggest a far grittier, more faithful adaptation than what audiences eventually got, making the project a constant point of curiosity for fans of both Romero and the franchise. On the physical media side, the Blu-ray of Dark Star is a standout for collectors, especially thanks to its wealth of extras. It features an engaging audio commentary with contributors involved in the documentary about the film, offering behind-the-scenes insights and historical context, alongside a strong selection of interviews that explore its production, legacy, and influence. For fans of cult sci-fi and boutique releases, it’s the kind of edition that goes beyond the film itself, turning the disc into a comprehensive deep dive into one of the most unusual debuts in the genre."

— Jaume M. (5/5)

Man George A. Romero's Resident

"Man George A. Romero's Resident Evil really could have been something it's such a shame that Hollywood didn't take a chance with him at the helm, it would have been better than what we got. I mean even the video game commercial that George directed was way better than anything in the entire film. Great presentation of this documentary with tons of extras, if you're a Romero fan don't sleep on this."

— Bryan K. (5/5)

George A Romeros Resident Evil

"I love that VS always takes a chance on these documentary film's. Yet again showing that the master of Zombie flicks had his love for it almost have us a better Resident Evil franchise."

— Michael N. (4/5)

What could have been …

"Here is an interesting documentary on a project that George Romero, the world’s greatest director, was picked to direct. However, things to not work out that way. Take a deep dive into Romero Laura with this fine presentation. Beautiful slip cover on this release as well."

— Dustin G. (5/5)

Anything Romero

"What a great documentary on something that could have been. Love this slipcover too."

— Jeffrey L. (4/5)

A missed opportunity for a Zombie classic?

"An excellent package that dives deep into the Resident Evil film that never came to be. As a big fan of Romero’s body of work, especially his Living Dead series, I felt I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to find out more information on the history of his ties with Capcom and his impact on their Resident Evil series. A feature length doc put together by people who adored the Godfather of Zombie Horror and wanted to shine a light on a moment in time where he could have created something great for the video game film genre of movies. But alas… Definitely worth having in the collection if this kind of content appeals. Plus the artwork on the slip and case are just sublime."

— Nathan H. (5/5)

They’re coming to get your Racoon City!

"Not a bad documentary that really provided good insight into the video game and the making of the movie."

— Chad G. (4/5)

An Intriguing Tale

"George A. Romero’s Resident Evil is a fascinating documentary that dives into the unrealized vision the legendary zombie filmmaker had for adapting the Resident Evil games to the big screen, blending interviews, archival material, and behind‑the‑scenes context. It’s especially rewarding for horror and game fans curious about what might have been, even if the storytelling can feel a bit uneven at times. Whether you’re a longtime Romero admirer or just love a good “what‑could‑have‑been” story, it’s a thoughtful and engrossing look at cinematic history."

— Shawn M. (5/5)

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