Resident Evil: Damnation
Resident Evil: Damnation

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Resident Evil: Damnation

2012
Movie
100 min
Japanese

U.S. federal agent Leon S. Kennedy sneaks into the "East Slavic Republic" to verify rumors that Bio-Organic Weapons (BOWs) are being used in the country's civil war, which the U.S. and Russia are making preparations to jointly intervene in. Right after his infiltration, the U.S. government orders him to leave immediately. Determined to uncover the truth, Leon ignores the order and enters the battlefield to end the chain of tragedies caused by the BOWs.

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IMDb6.5/10
Google Users73%
Director: Makoto KamiyaGenres: Animation, Action, Horror, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

Leon S. Kennedy is sent on a mission to Eastern Europe to infiltrate the Republic of Edonia, a country torn by civil war. His objective is to verify rumors that biological weapons are being used in the conflict. Upon arrival, he encounters resistance from local forces and discovers that the devastating "Las Plagas" parasite is indeed being deployed, leading to a fight for survival against hordes of infected.

Critical Reception

Resident Evil: Damnation was generally well-received by fans of the video game series and animation, praised for its action sequences and faithfulness to the source material. However, critics outside of the fanbase found the plot to be somewhat convoluted and the characters to be standard for the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visually impressive CG animation and intense action sequences.

  • Appreciated by Resident Evil fans for its connection to the game lore and characters.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and underdeveloped character motivations.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's impressive animation and exciting combat, making it a satisfying entry for fans of the Resident Evil franchise. Some viewers found the story to be less engaging than the action, but overall enjoyment is high among its target audience.

Fun Fact

This film was one of the first CGI animated films to be released in stereoscopic 3D, utilizing advanced motion capture and rendering techniques for its time.

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