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Resident Evil Director Knows RE2 Didn't Have Snow or iPhones, But He 'Took Liberties' to Make the Movie Better
IGNSunday, July 26, 2026 at 2:38 PM
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Resident Evil director Zach Cregger has seen all the comments about the snow and iPhones in his new movie, but he said he's got a good reason for why he "took liberties" with the lore.
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What happened
Resident Evil director Zach Cregger has seen all the comments about the snow and iPhones in his new movie, but he said he's got a good reason for why he "took liberties" with the lore.
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IGN published: Resident Evil Director Knows RE2 Didn't Have Snow or iPhones, But He 'Took Liberties' to Make the Movie Better
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