I watched the first Resident Evil movie because I love Mila Jovovich. But you are correct. It was not done well.

Although I am a fan of "The Walking Dead", I would say  my favorite zombie movie is Dawn of the Dead (2004). Vingh Rhames, Jake Weber, Ty Burrell and Michael Kelly. Vingh Rhames and Ty Burrell are actors I enjoy watching. Ty Burrell's character is an asshole in this movie; very different from the comedic role he played in "Modern Family" or the soldier he played in "Blackhawk Down." These three roles show is character diversity.