“Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City” (2021), directed by Johannes Roberts, delves into the harrowing origins of the infamous zombie outbreak that devastated the town of Raccoon City. The film interweaves the stories of Claire Redfield and Leon S. Kennedy, who arrive in the beleaguered city only to discover the sinister experiments of the Umbrella Corporation unleashed the deadly T-virus. As they navigate the nightmarish environments of the Spencer Mansion and other eerie locales, they confront not only hordes of the undead but also the moral decay and corporate greed that fueled the catastrophe. Blending intense action, suspenseful horror, and rich character development, the movie explores themes of survival, resilience, and the dark consequences of unchecked ambition, offering a fresh and gripping take on the beloved franchise.