Quartile rating: 6/10 · 1 rating
In a world ravaged by a virus infection, turning its victims into the Undead, Alice continues on her journey to find survivors and lead them to safety. Her deadly battle with the Umbrella Corporation reaches new heights, but Alice gets some unexpected help from an old friend. A new lead that promises a safe haven from the Undead takes them to Los Angeles, but when they arrive the city is overrun by thousands of Undead - and Alice and her comrades are about to step into a deadly trap.
Resident Evil: Afterlife is a by-the-numbers entry in an already formulaic franchise. The plot recycles familiar post-apocalyptic beats with little invention — survivors trapped, Umbrella scheming, Alice fighting zombies — offering minimal narrative depth or surprise. Acting is functional at best, with Milla Jovovich doing capable action-hero work but the supporting cast largely underdeveloped. The cinematography gets a modest bump for its slick, stylized 3D action sequences shot by Paul W.S. Anderson, which deliver some visually competent slow-motion set pieces even if they prioritize spectacle over substance. Novelty is low — it's a sequel that largely retreads the series' established formula without a distinctive voice or fresh conception. The ending sets up yet another sequel in a predictable cliffhanger fashion, adding little resolution or emotional payoff.