One of the most discussed aspects of Evil Dead II is whether it is a sequel or a remake.

Director Sam Raimi did not own the rights to the first film ( The Evil Dead , 1981) when he began the sequel, so he could not use footage from it for a recap.

He filmed a new "recap" opening that simplified the plot down to just Ash and his girlfriend, Linda. This led many viewers to believe it was a remake, though it technically continues right where the first film ended. Five "Groovy" Facts

Evil Dead 2: Noche Alucinante <SAFE>

One of the most discussed aspects of Evil Dead II is whether it is a sequel or a remake.

Director Sam Raimi did not own the rights to the first film ( The Evil Dead , 1981) when he began the sequel, so he could not use footage from it for a recap. Evil Dead 2: Noche Alucinante

One of the most discussed aspects of Evil Dead II is whether it is a sequel or a remake. Director Sam Raimi did not own the rights to the first film ( The Evil Dead , 1981) when he began the sequel, so he could not use footage from it for a recap. He filmed a new "recap" opening that simplified the plot down to just Ash and his girlfriend, Linda. This led many viewers to believe it was a remake, though it technically continues right where the first film ended. Five "Groovy" Facts	Evil Dead 2: Noche Alucinante <SAFE> One of the most discussed aspects of Evil Dead II is whether it is a sequel or a remake. Director Sam Raimi did not own the rights to the first film ( The Evil Dead , 1981) when he began the sequel, so he could not use footage from it for a recap. Evil Dead 2: Noche Alucinante He filmed a new "recap" opening that simplified the plot down to just Ash and his girlfriend, Linda. This led many viewers to believe it was a remake, though it technically continues right where the first film ended. Five "Groovy" Facts One of the most discussed aspects of Evil