Unpopular opinion: I genuinely think making Bryan completely unprepared for the chaos of Raccoon City was one of the best creative decisions in the new Resident Evil movie.
He isn’t Leon, Chris, or some highly trained survival expert. He’s just an ordinary guy who suddenly finds himself trapped in a zombie outbreak with virtually no combat experience. His panic, terrible aim, questionable decisions, and constant struggle to survive actually make sense when you consider who he is.
I understand why some viewers might find him frustrating, especially when we’re so accustomed to Resident Evil protagonists who can handle almost anything thrown at them. But that’s precisely what makes Bryan different. Instead of watching another badass effortlessly take down zombies, we’re watching an average person slowly realize the nightmare he’s been dragged into.
And honestly, that change in perspective is what made the movie feel refreshing compared to the usual Resident Evil formula. Not every protagonist needs to be a trained killing machine to make a compelling survival story.
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