Zach Cregger Reveals ‘Weapons’ Insights, Sequel Hopes, and Vision for ‘Resident Evil’ Film

Director Zach Cregger, whose sophomore feature ‘Weapons’ is currently captivating audiences in theaters, recently peeled back the curtain on the film’s unique narrative, creative process, and future prospects. The movie, which follows a small town grappling with a malevolent force after children mysteriously disappear, features a distinctive multi-protagonist structure that Cregger committed to early in development.

Cregger shared that while the film’s scale and tone drew inspiration from Paul Thomas Anderson’s ‘Magnolia,’ its unconventional, chapter-like progression was a self-imposed rule. He also opened up about using the script as a constructive outlet for personal grief, allowing characters to embody intense emotions rather than succumbing to them himself.

The director delved into the film’s blend of dark humor and grisly violence, noting that humor must organically arise from the situation. A particularly surreal moment involving a floating assault weapon is left open to interpretation by Cregger, who prefers audience engagement over a definitive meaning. He also confirmed that he secured all desired grisly scenes without studio cuts, jokingly crediting ‘Terrifier 3’ for raising the bar on cinematic gore.

A significant revelation was the mentorship of acclaimed director David Fincher, who is thanked in the credits. Fincher provided invaluable guidance during the prep and post-production phases, helping Cregger rethink editing possibilities and technical aspects like lens choices. Cregger praised Fincher’s philosophy that ‘it can always be better,’ pushing him beyond perceived limitations.

Looking ahead, Cregger excitingly confirmed he has another idea for a story set within the ‘Weapons’ universe, though it won’t be his immediate next project. Fans of the ‘Resident Evil’ game franchise can also anticipate his upcoming film adaptation. Cregger, a self-professed fan, aims to honor the games’ lore and unique pacing, promising a new story that captures the methodical, terror-filled gauntlet experience.

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