Resident Evil: Apocalypse

Resident Evil: Apocalypse

Year: 2004

Runtime: 94 min

Language: English

Director: Alexander Witt

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Within the devastated remains of Raccoon City, a deadly virus released by the Umbrella Corporation has transformed the population into ravenous zombies. A determined survivor named Alice encounters Jill Valentine and Carlos Oliveira, and together they embark on a dangerous mission to locate a scientist. This individual possesses vital information regarding their survival and potentially a way to combat the terrifying outbreak that has engulfed the city.

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1

Umbrella Corporation Deploys Research Team

Thirty days after the contamination of The Hive, the Umbrella Corporation recklessly sends a research team to investigate the outbreak at the facility. Despite the risk, they believe they will be able to manage the situation efficiently, unaware of the horrors that await them inside.

30 days later The Hive
2

Alice and Matt's Survival

Alice, one of the only survivors of the initial incident, emerges from her ordeal with superhuman abilities due to experiments conducted on her. Alongside her, Matt has been uniquely altered by entering the enigmatic Nemesis Program, setting the stage for their roles in the unfolding chaos.

3

Research Team Overrun

As the research team attempts to access the sealed blast doors, they are met with a devastating surprise when a horde of infected creatures overwhelms them. The chaos that ensues marks the terrible beginning of the outbreak spreading beyond the facility's confines.

The Hive
4

Infection Reaches Raccoon City

The infection quickly spreads to Raccoon City, putting the entire population at risk. In an attempt to tame the outbreak, Umbrella Corporation quarantines the city, but their measures only intensify the concerns as panic ensues among the citizens.

Raccoon City
5

Angela Ashford Goes Missing

Amidst the chaos, Angela Ashford, the daughter of Dr. Charles Ashford—creator of the T-virus—vanishes after an Umbrella security vehicle crashes while trying to evacuate her. Her disappearance deepens the urgency for those involved and heightens the tension surrounding the Umbrella Corporation.

Raccoon City
6

Alice Awakens in a Hospital

Alice regains consciousness in a deserted hospital and quickly realizes that Raccoon City is a ghost town, overrun with the infected. Armed with a shotgun found in a police vehicle, she faces eerie visions tied to her past and the experiments done to her.

Hospital
7

Jill Valentine's Encounter

Disgraced police officer Jill Valentine is suspended after exposing the truth about the infection. She meets Sergeant Peyton Wells at Raven's Gate Bridge, where they confront a chaotic scene caused by the T-virus turning a heart attack victim into a zombie.

Raven's Gate Bridge
8

Soldiers Team Up with S.T.A.R.S.

Carlos Olivera and his team of soldiers join forces with surviving members of S.T.A.R.S. to fight against the overwhelming zombie horde. Despite saving one of their own, the battle takes a disastrous turn, leading to a frantic retreat as reinforcements arrive too late.

Across Raccoon City
9

Inside the Church

Jill, Peyton, and reporter Terri Morales barricade themselves inside a church as the hungry undead draw closer. Jill discovers a chilling sight—an infected priest has kept his zombified sister alive, creating a haunting moment amidst the escalating terror.

Church
10

Nemesis Program Unleashed

The Umbrella Corporation activates the Nemesis Program to eliminate remaining S.T.A.R.S. operatives, leading to deadly confrontations. Meanwhile, L.J., a survivor, tries to evade Nemesis by surrendering but realizes the unexpected dangers posed by the unstoppable creature.

11

Alice Documents Horror

As the chaos escalates, Alice takes on the responsibility of documenting the horrific events using Terri’s video camera. She learns of an impending nuclear strike intended to eradicate Raccoon City, amplifying her desperation to escape.

Raccoon City
12

Confrontation with a Transformed Peyton

In a heartbreaking moment, Jill is forced to confront Peyton, who has succumbed to the T-virus. Her determination drives her to end his suffering, underscoring the desperate choices faced by survivors in a world turned upside down.

13

Final Attempts to Rescue Angela

As the group searches for Angela, they face a horrifying reality where infected children and monstrous creatures lurk. Tragically, Terri falls victim to the undead, prompting an emotional urgency to uncover the truth and save the remaining survivors.

14

Sacrifice for Survival

In a moment of courage, Nicholai sacrifices himself to ensure Jill and Angela can escape. This act of bravery highlights the dire stakes of their situation as the survivors continue to navigate through danger amid the chaos.

School
15

Truth and Deception Unraveled

As they narrowly escape the destruction planned for Raccoon City, the survivors confront the grim reality of Umbrella's deception in manipulating the narrative of events. This revelation reveals that their struggles are far from over, leading Alice back into the clutches of the Umbrella facility.

Umbrella Facility

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