Resident Evil: Apocalypse
Screen Gems | Release Date: September 10, 2004
6.8
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Generally favorable reviews based on 415 Ratings
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IanM197Oct 9, 2010
Well well, Resident Evil, haven't you changed. It's impressive how big an improvement Apocalypse is over the original. It isn't a great movie at all, but it isn't meant to be and it's a lot more fun than the original. My two gripes are thatWell well, Resident Evil, haven't you changed. It's impressive how big an improvement Apocalypse is over the original. It isn't a great movie at all, but it isn't meant to be and it's a lot more fun than the original. My two gripes are that the CGI hasn't improved much (but it's still an awful lot better than in the original) and Nemesis didn't feature quite as heavily as I expected. The thing that made the movie was how fun it is. It doesn't try to be serious and just takes you from one action scene to the next in style, and that's what I expect from a movie like this.… Expand
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TheQuietGamerSep 12, 2011
Better than the first, more intense and better action, but it leaves so many questions unanswered, or just ignores what it had previously set in stone, but if you liked the first you'll like this one, and I can't wait to see what happens inBetter than the first, more intense and better action, but it leaves so many questions unanswered, or just ignores what it had previously set in stone, but if you liked the first you'll like this one, and I can't wait to see what happens in the next movie.… Expand
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chidimeJan 22, 2017
Haters (critics) can hate, but the movie was good and better than most action movies out there. Incredible action and even more incredible acting. Suck on that.
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7
busbfranJan 7, 2015
Resident evil: Apocalypse is a strong sequel that matches it predecessor. However it never really decides what it wants to be. The change in tone may deter original fans however, Apocalypse has really set a stepping stone for the rest of theResident evil: Apocalypse is a strong sequel that matches it predecessor. However it never really decides what it wants to be. The change in tone may deter original fans however, Apocalypse has really set a stepping stone for the rest of the franchise.… Expand
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walker14Apr 20, 2014
Once again, I don't get why people don't like the movie. They introduced the Nemesis, and it was pretty awesome! There are zombies, a lot of them, and other mutations... and Valentine! I mean, WOW. What a movie! Beside of having a lot ofOnce again, I don't get why people don't like the movie. They introduced the Nemesis, and it was pretty awesome! There are zombies, a lot of them, and other mutations... and Valentine! I mean, WOW. What a movie! Beside of having a lot of action moments, it has really intense ones. The fight between Alice and Nemesis, for example. It makes you hold your breath every single minute!… Expand
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akshatmahajanNov 7, 2020
I enjoyed this movie. I don't know about the other sequels yet but this one was fun to watch. Casting and acting was good. Plot was was little better than first one. Horror element was also good but there were negligible jump elements also.I enjoyed this movie. I don't know about the other sequels yet but this one was fun to watch. Casting and acting was good. Plot was was little better than first one. Horror element was also good but there were negligible jump elements also. What I liked about the movie was that it didn't show everything straight, it tried to create suspense.

Overall, would recommend this to anyone who loves zombie movies.… Expand
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10
Robin990Jun 23, 2015
This Film is incredible, it's exact with Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil: Nemesis.It's incredible with the special Effect and Jill Valentine and Alice are an amazing couple
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Andy92Sep 12, 2010
i liked this film it was a very good action movie and provided a fair amount suspense throughout the story. the cast also performed well they were all convincing throughout the movie. it certainly provided a step up from resident evil
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9
MichaelD.Oct 17, 2007
An almost complete movie. A true popcorn-type movie- I really enjoyed watching this, not judging from comparison to original storyline. Special effects were quite good, acting was OKish - overall a very good movie.
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NemesisC.Feb 16, 2007
This movie was really cool it had a lot of action but yeah it wasn't long but it had a lot of action that movie entertained me that was the best action movie I've ever seen so far.
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10
StephenC.Sep 6, 2008
The absolute best movie of the three. fast paced, awsome boss, and LJ is really funny.
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10
007FilmReviewerJun 3, 2017
It isn't much of a good film, but it is a whole lot of fun as a cheesy and loud b movie through constant badassery and explosions!!!

And Milla Jovovich of course!
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ceeloooApr 8, 2018
great movie and best adaption to the games but also with a refresh story and good characters and best portrayals that ive seen on a movie thats based on a game of a dying series
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10
Ryo91Apr 17, 2020
10/10 * Wieder ein top Film. Ich liebe Resident Evil und die Schauspielerin ist sehr hübsch und sie schauspielert so gut!!!! Sehenswert auf jeden Fall. Gibt nichts zu meckern.
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JAKEJACOBJORDSep 18, 2021
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JJReyesOct 2, 2005
This was a very good movie. It did stray away from the events of the video games quite a bit, but the mains ideas were still there and the action sequences were superb.
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RodneyM.Jan 26, 2007
I could watch this movie a million times and still love it. Sure the soundtrack sucked and the dialouge can get a bit cheesey, but his has great action sequences and anyone who loves the game should definitely watch it.
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DavidAug 17, 2008
I would have to totally agree with "A movie critic" on this one. This was a great movie that i just saw not too long ago (it's August of 2008). I had not seen these movies because of all the bad reviews i heard about from everyone. I I would have to totally agree with "A movie critic" on this one. This was a great movie that i just saw not too long ago (it's August of 2008). I had not seen these movies because of all the bad reviews i heard about from everyone. I love the games! I thought the first movie could have been better but this second one was great! It had a lot of references to the 2nd and 3rd RE games. No movie can be just like the game but i thought this one did a good enough job. As for a Zombie movie, I thought this movie was one of the best! If it wasn't for it being based on a game, i bet it would have gotten a higher score! Overall, very pleased! now i can't wait to see the 3rd one!… Expand
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KeenanS.Jun 16, 2009
This is the least of the live-action trilogy, but it's still a highly enjoyable and over-the-top action film. Sure some fight scenes were a bit cheesy, but the rest of the film makes up for that by having Milla Jovovich kick a great This is the least of the live-action trilogy, but it's still a highly enjoyable and over-the-top action film. Sure some fight scenes were a bit cheesy, but the rest of the film makes up for that by having Milla Jovovich kick a great deal of ass. The Nemesis fights were pretty awesome and the film never got boring. People complained about the story, but I had no real gripes with it. This film was a great zombie action film that is great popcorn fun.… Expand
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KashiKOct 22, 2006
This movie is outstanding. The actors are perfect models for the actual Resident evil characters. Seinna Guillory is perfect for Jill Valentine as well. The action is outstanding and the story is great. It kinda gets off the track of the This movie is outstanding. The actors are perfect models for the actual Resident evil characters. Seinna Guillory is perfect for Jill Valentine as well. The action is outstanding and the story is great. It kinda gets off the track of the Resident Evil games but who cares? It's an outstanding movie with great action. You must purchase this movie to see some real great action.… Expand
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PillisOct 24, 2019
Apocalypse is without a doubt the installment of the whole franchise to be inspired by the game material the most. This of course does not translate to a great movie and that's why the first one was such a hit and a clever take on theApocalypse is without a doubt the installment of the whole franchise to be inspired by the game material the most. This of course does not translate to a great movie and that's why the first one was such a hit and a clever take on the original videogame, because it avoided doing so. The chore of the gaming experience of Resident Evil was its gameplay not its awful plot or ridiculous characters. Say what you want but while being poorly written, the RE movies have expanded the world, brought a bigger plot and a beautiful and well developed female lead. No wonder the weakest things about these movies are the fanservice moments and characters for fans of the games.

Apocalypse then being the closest to the games is a convoluted mess that lacks the horror tension of the first movie and the dramatic end-of-the-world action and sense of purpose of the successors.

Despite discovering only in the Final Chapter that the story of the origin of the T-Virus told in this movie is either a cover up or a fraud, you never at any point buy the chore of the plot here regarding a little girl and his dad at Umbrella because all this movie is about is Alice vs Nemesis while Jill kicks ass in a mini skirt. So in the bigger scope this movie really feels out of place and the weakest link of the bunch. Another silly aspect of the story is the whole "put racoon city in quarantine within a few hours" which sounds just as stupid as the videogames but all in all, it works OK as an action sequel set in an urban area.

The positive aspects are still plenty: making Jill Valentine a kick ass action heroine instead of a random cosplayer (cough cough Ada Wong), a sinister reveal in a Church, The Lickers, a throwback homage at zombie flicks at the cemetery, great action, practical effects, impressive stunts and wire work, Milla at her physical peak, a good amount of humour and zombie ****

Also CGI is limited and many of the action scenes have aged incredibly well and it's always fun revisiting this pop corn flick despite its apparent flaws and limits. It doesn't really work as a movie on its own as it fails to create an unique world but it helps in developing Alice character who is the star of the show, as always.

7/10

Read my other RE reviews, here's my ranking:

Resident Evil The Final Chapter 10/10
Resident Evil Retribution 9/10
Resident Evil Extinction 8/10
Resident Evil 8/10
Resident Evil Apocalypse 7/10
Resident Evil Afterlife 6/10… Expand
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HotelCentralOct 23, 2019
There are two main problems with Resident Evil (RE) Apocalypse and its predecessor: 1) They're zombie flicks, and, 2) They're zombie flicks.

People who get paid to review movies can't just say, hey, it's a zombie flick. They have to try toThere are two main problems with Resident Evil (RE) Apocalypse and its predecessor: 1) They're zombie flicks, and, 2) They're zombie flicks.

People who get paid to review movies can't just say, hey, it's a zombie flick. They have to try to be "insightful" and "meaningful." They need to say something "significant." So if they encounter a movie that isn't quite the equal of "Wyrmwood: Road of the Dead," or "Scout's Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse," or "Train to Busan," or "NotLD," or "Dead Set," they have little choice but to proclaim they're watching garbage and no one else should waste their time.

Fans of Resident Evil the video games, by comparison, have a lot of preconceived notions about what the RE films should look like, and, to be honest, who cares? I never played the game and doubt I ever will. But I do like zombie flicks.

OK, so, this is a zombie flick. If you like zombie flicks you'll probably like RE: Apocalypse. There's lots and lots of zombies. Some get shot, some get burned, some get blown up, and eventually there's this big bomb that comes down out of the sky, but don't let me spoil the part I could easily spoil. I mean, sometimes you nuke things and it works, and sometimes it doesn't. If you've seen Andromeda Strain (1971) you have some idea about what I mean.

I'd recommend seeing the first RE film before you see Apocalypse, but if that's not convenient don't worry. You'll get a nice intro to what's going on right after the opening credits.… Expand
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sjultiApr 6, 2020
Honestly I was a huge fan of this movie when it came out and it does hold up a little better than the first movie in the series by today’s standards but their are some parts where Alice makes me cringe with how badass they try to make herHonestly I was a huge fan of this movie when it came out and it does hold up a little better than the first movie in the series by today’s standards but their are some parts where Alice makes me cringe with how badass they try to make her look I mean being how she’s overpowered and in the first couple games nothing like that really happens, it gets a little weird but this is the type movie you have to turn you brain off to enjoy and out of all the resident evil movies it’s probably the best one and a lot of the action scenes are fun to watch , it does have less horror elements which is kinda a bummer. The acting is a bit better but that’s not saying much since the acting in the first one was definitely not good but at least Michelle Rodriguez doesn't Star in this one overall a fun action zombie flick that’s enjoyable… Expand
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eva3si0nSep 23, 2020
Certainly Resident Evil 2: Apocalypse is the best in the series. After him, the fall of a series of films and the final departure from communication with the game series began. 2 part already has at least some kind of plot and there is anCertainly Resident Evil 2: Apocalypse is the best in the series. After him, the fall of a series of films and the final departure from communication with the game series began. 2 part already has at least some kind of plot and there is an intersection with the 2 game part. The cast is not bad, and sometimes there is acting. It is a pity that Paul Anderson in the future only ruined the series.… Expand
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Rcavey92212Mar 25, 2020
This is truly a guilty pleasure. Whereas the original was an actual good movie, well to me anyways. This is pure trash but it's so enjoyable. Milla Jovovich (Fifth Element) is back in mega kick ass mode along with Sienna Guilroy (Love,This is truly a guilty pleasure. Whereas the original was an actual good movie, well to me anyways. This is pure trash but it's so enjoyable. Milla Jovovich (Fifth Element) is back in mega kick ass mode along with Sienna Guilroy (Love, Actually), sexy Mike Epps (Hangover), Oded Fehr (The Mummy) and gorgeous Zack Ward (Freddy vs. Jason) amongst others. Picking up right after the events of the previous film Alice awakens in a distressed Racoon City overrunning with all forms of the undead. Slowly she builds up her powers leading up to a battle with Nemesis a.k.a. Matt (Eric Mabius- Welcome to the Dollhouse) and a killer finale. The movie is fun and funny thanks mostly to Mike Epps. The movie unfortunately looks a little cheap because of its ambition and limited budget but its effective nonetheless. There's no real scares here but the action and stunt work are impressive. To the films detriment its main problem is the amateur, sloppy direction from first time director Alexander Witt. Despite the criticisms the movie succeeds exactly where it sets its low expectations at, its mere popcorn entertainment.

Budget: $43m
Domestic Box Office: $51m
Worldwide Box Office: $129m

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Sosmooth1982Jan 9, 2023
My favorite out of the series. Apocalypse was my favorite game too. Trying to battle Nemesis who is this big slow very powerful zombie like creature.
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Toasty87Jul 16, 2020
Gets way to much hate I enjoy it in moderation the plot is questionable but still holds up.
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MisterdionyJun 7, 2021
Simple action horror movie loosely based on the resident evil games. For those who do not look for a replication of the games, you will get an intense mix of action and zombies.
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