Resident Evil Fan Film Reunites Original PS1 Game Live Action Cast
A new feature-length YouTube film titled Resurrection: A Biohazard Story has successfully reunited nearly the entire cast of live action actors from the original Resident Evil 1 game's cut scenes. This fan-made project, launched to coincide with the franchise's 30th anniversary, offers a fresh narrative set decades after the events of the classic PlayStation 1 title.
Cast Reunion and Original Storyline
The film stars Charlie Kraslavsky as Chris Redfield, Greg Smith as Barry Burton, Eric Pirius as Albert Wesker, and Linda as Rebecca Chambers, all of whom appeared in the live action sequences of the 1996 game. While the actors are now 30 years older, they remain recognizable in their roles, with the movie incorporating the passage of time into its plot. Instead of retelling Resident Evil 1, it presents an original story that expands the universe.
Notable Absence and New Additions
One key omission is Jill Valentine, portrayed by a new actress, Annie Roig, rather than the original live action performer known only as Inehz. Despite the mystery surrounding Inehz being solved years ago, she has not engaged with the series, and it is unclear if she was approached for this film. In contrast, Barry Burton's actor, a retired school headmaster living in Australia, was successfully recruited.
The fan film also includes cameos from veteran Resident Evil voice actors. Ward Sexton, famous for the iconic 'Resident Evil' title call, reprises his role for the movie's intro, while Pablo Kuntz, who voiced Wesker in-game, appears as a new character named Walt Witherby.
Production and Fan Reception
Crowdfunded last year, the project was directed by Andrew Saullo, who expressed gratitude to fans and the franchise creators in a comment. The film has already garnered positive feedback on YouTube, accumulating 10,000 likes at the time of writing. However, viewers are advised to avoid comment sections to prevent spoilers about surprise appearances.
This release comes amid ongoing speculation about future official Resident Evil projects, such as Resident Evil 10 or rumored remakes, which executive producer Jun Takeuchi has not teased despite celebrating the series' anniversary and recent sales success.
