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a day ago
- Entertainment
- First Post
28 Years Later movie review: Danny Boyle's horror zombie sequel is scary, tender & pulse-pounding
28 Years Later is directed by Danny Boyle and written by Alex Garland read more Star cast: Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jack O'Connell, Alfie Williams, Ralph Fiennes Director: Danny Boyle Director Danny Boyle and screenwriter Alex Garland took us on a terrifying ride in 2002 with 28 Days Later, which is still considered one of the best horror movies of the 21st century. The third instalment of the trilogy, titled 28 Years Later, skips the events of Juan Carlos Fresnadillo's 2007 sequel, 28 Weeks Later, by taking a dig at British isolationism. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The plot starts with a bunch of small and young kids watching a Teletubbies episode and trying to avoid the noise of adults from another room, who are becoming prey to flash-eating zombies. One of the kids, named Jimmy, who tries to see what's happening through the door, manages to escape after her aunt, who is attacked by one of the zombies, tells him to run. He reaches one of the nearby churches, where Jimmy is revealed to be the son of a preacher man. He passes his crucifix to Jimmy and tells him to always keep it with him before calling the deathly mob to the 'Day of Judgment.' Now, 28 Years Later, we see a land mass off the northeast coast of England, which is separated from the mainland (residence of zombies) by a causeway, which can be accessed only during a low tide. A kid named Spike lives there with his parents, Jamie (Aaron Taylor-Johnson) and Isla (Jodie Comer), with the latter suffering from an illness, which gives her pain and lucidity. The land is untouched by modern civilisation and development due to its association with zombies, and hence, there are no doctors who can check up on Isla. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD This land is home to a tight-knit community, where people are into designated professions like a farmer, hunter, fisherman, forager, baker and others. Despite being quite young, Spike gets confidence from Jamie to be confident and skilled in archery to get his first kill of the infected on the mainland. As the father-son duo reach there Rating: 3.5 (out of 5 stars) 28 Years Later is playing in cinemas
Tom's Guide
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
'28 Years Later' review: A brilliant new entry that infects the franchise with fresh terror and rage
It's been more than two decades since '28 Days Later' redefined the zombie genre, and I first fell for its bleak, fast-moving world of infected terror when I was probably just old enough to be watching. Danny Boyle's original was unnerving and surprisingly emotional, and its sequel, '28 Weeks Later,' while divisive, had its own unforgettable moments (with a few memes). Still, I've always wondered if we'd ever get another chapter… and whether it could live up to the legacy. Now, just over a year after its official announcement in early 2024, and following months of anticipation and cautious hope from fans, '28 Years Later' has finally arrived — and I got the chance to see it ahead of release. I don't say this lightly: this is the best movie in the franchise so far. It's intense, emotional, unflinchingly brutal, and beautifully shot. It honors the atmosphere and DNA of the original movies, but it's also so much more ambitious in scope, character, and storytelling. This is the first part of a new trilogy, and if what's to come is anything like this, we're in for something special. Whether you've been waiting 20 years or just discovered the series last week, '28 Years Later' makes one thing clear: this story still has so much left to say. Here's my honest thoughts on this new chapter. I recently watched the previous movies in the franchise back-to-back as a fresh reminder of its unique energy and distinct auteur horror style. It also meant I could go into '28 Years Later' with the kind of expectation most fans probably share. And I can confidently say that right from the start, this new entry carries that unmistakable energy the franchise is known for. If you went in completely unaware it was even part of the series, you'd recognize it immediately from the unique camera work and the dulled-down color saturation. '28 Years Later' first transports you back to the outbreak's beginning, showing a group of children watching Teletubbies (classic) as chaos erupts outside — before it breaks in. I don't need to explain what happens next. Given the horror label, expect plenty of shocking deaths and gore. This opening scene is important, though, because it introduces a character you'll meet much later. The entire sequence feels incredibly chaotic, with some running shots showcasing impressive use of an iPhone camera (yes, some of the movie was shot on iPhones). I wouldn't be surprised if the phone was strapped to a goat, since Boyle confirmed this was an experimental filming method in an interview with Business Insider. Then the movie jumps to, well, 28 years later. This time we focus on a new group of characters living on a secluded Scottish island, isolated from the mainland by a heavily defended causeway. The visuals are stunning, with sweeping drone shots of the island and small details like a frayed carpet on stairs inside a rundown home. That home belongs to Jamie (Aaron Taylor-Johnson), his sick wife Isla (Jodie Comer), and their son Spike (Alfie Williams). Pretty much instantly, we sense tension within the family, especially since Isla's sickness causes her to forget things and lash out, particularly when Jamie mentions taking Spike to the mainland for his first kills. I mean, any parent would be against that, but in this society it's become a tradition for kids turning 15 to learn how to kill. Spike is only 12, and he's an exception because Jamie thinks he's 'ready.' From there, it becomes clear that '28 Years Later' aims to focus more on character drama while weaving in classic horror-thriller elements. While fans may be divided over this choice, I found it incredibly effective at isolating a single, powerful story within such an unforgiving country ravaged by the Rage virus. As these characters venture out, you learn more about their dynamics and how they function in this post-apocalyptic era. Alfie Williams is brilliant as Spike, portraying an innocent youth who's just trying to do right by his family, especially his mom, with whom he later embarks on a journey to find a doctor. Jodie Comer brings raw emotion to the movie, convincingly showing a loving mother slipping into confusion and fragility. Ralph Fiennes as Doctor Kelson provides some much-needed comic relief when the situation calls for it. Aaron Taylor-Johnson, though not in the movie as much as I expected, gives Jamie plenty of depth and complexity to work with. Even though '28 Years Later' remains committed to telling a powerful human story, it doesn't overlook the elements that made the franchise so compelling. The infected are back, and they're more terrifying than ever. You'll encounter the familiar twitching, feral infected, driven by an insatiable urge to sprint and hunt down survivors. But the movie also introduces new variants that heighten the horror. Among them are bloated infected that crawl on the ground, scavenging for worms. Most chilling of all are the Alpha infected: larger, stronger, and exhibiting signs of intelligence beneath their Rage Virus-induced minds. These new infected are genuinely terrifying to watch, and the use of wobbly camera angles during specific chase sequences makes it all the more chilling. Plus, they like to rip out human spines Predator-style. The movie is full of tense and unsettling moments that make you feel trapped and scared, like you're stuck somewhere far from safety with danger hiding just out of sight. One of the creepiest scenes shows a lone figure standing far away in a field, just waiting for Jamie and Spike to make a move. But amid the fear, there's also surprising beauty: colorful countryside, nature reclaiming ruined buildings against breathtaking backdrops. '28 Years Later' brings together everything Boyle is known for while adding a more thoughtful view of chaos and decay. If I have one complaint, it's that the ending of '28 Years Later' didn't quite land for me because of its sudden shift in tone (not to mention how odd it is). While it's clearly meant to set up the next two movies, it didn't pack the emotional punch I was hoping for after such an intense story. Still, this adrenaline-fueled new chapter is so strong that I can easily forgive the ending. '28 Years Later' delivers a powerful, intense return to a franchise that felt dormant for far too long. It respects the roots that made the original so unforgettable, like fast-paced horror, raw emotion, and relentless tension, while expanding its world with fresh characters and new threats. Though the ending felt a little abrupt and offbeat, it clearly sets the stage for a promising new trilogy. For longtime fans and newcomers alike, '28 Years Later' offers a thrilling, emotional ride that leaves you eager for what's next. If you thought the franchise would never return, this sequel proves there's still plenty of life and rage left to burn.
Metro
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Phenomenal 28 Years Later is the first horror film to make me cry
I don't remember the last time a horror film started with the Teletubbies, but 28 Years Later wins the award for the most impactful use of the famous British kids' TV show's opening – as well as the most upsetting. It should also win awards as one of the most triumphant ever revitalisations of a franchise that transcends the idea of mere genre. 28 Years Later is the most heart-wrenching, emotionally involving horror film I have ever watched, while also turning up the gore and terror to 11. Plunging straight into a bloody and violent opening, it seems like this could be a nightmare to begin with – but it's not. And this won't be the last time you have that rather desperate wish while watching this movie. Original 28 Days Later director Danny Boyle and writer Alex Garland firmly take the reins once again for a follow-up to the film that cemented their careers in 2002. Like the less well-received 28 Weeks Later in 2007, which Boyle and Garland only executive-produced, 28 Years Later is not a direct sequel. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video It's set in the same post-apocalyptic world where humans contaminated with the blood-born Rage Virus are instantly transformed into the zombie-like Infected. With the British mainland now quarantined – and patrolled by boats – survivors have been left to fend for themselves in the intervening years, including a small island community that has protected itself thanks to its connecting causeway, only traversable at low tide. Here, 12-year-old Spike (brilliant newcomer Alfie Williams) is taken on his first hunting mission to the mainland by his father Jamie (Aaron Taylor-Johnson), who is determined to toughen his son in the face of danger and death. We discover how the Infected have evolved too, from the blubbery, bald strain who creepily crawl along the ground, slurping up worms, to the advent of Alphas, who are bigger, stronger and meaner. They have the intelligence to hunt more stealthily – and also the truly hideous habit of 'despining' their victims. Everything about 28 Years Later is more extreme than its predecessors, but particularly when it comes to its gruesomeness and scariness, from each death being a blood-spattered snapshot at the moment of the kill, to the horrors of a carved-up victim hung by his ankles and choking on the bag slowly gathering his blood that's tied over his head. I hope you're not squeamish. The tension is also exquisite, with a pursuit scene that manages to be both heart-pounding and beautiful thanks to Young Fathers' haunting soundtrack combining with stunning shots of the starry night sky, pinpoints of light and water spray, creating an almost psychedelic experience. It's truly incredible what Boyle has managed to capture on the screen with returning cinematographer Anthony Dod Mantle, especially when the film was largely shot on iPhones. Spike's vulnerable mother Isla (Jodie Comer) then sparks the determination in him to embark on a quest with her for a cure to her undiagnosed illness, putting them on the path to meet fellow survivor Dr Kelson (Ralph Fiennes), who is on his own memento mori mission. An oddball but compassionate figure, the character of Kelson helps emphasise the close connection to death necessary in this world. The perspectives crystalised in such an extreme post-apocalyptic scenario are deftly intertwined, which also then cracks the audience open for the emotional damage yet to come. 28 Years Later is a brutally moving film, and the first horror movie to make me cry. More Trending It's also a phenomenal piece of cinema, and just when you think it's all over, the ending introduces a very uncomfortable reference for British audiences in Jack O'Connell's late-arriving character. He tells Spike, 'let's be friends', and you'll immediately be worried, but it tees up fans perfectly for what fresh horrors await in January's sequel, 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple. 28 Years Later is out in UK cinemas on Thursday, June 19. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: M3GAN 2.0 risks crossing 'really fine line' with explicit jokes MORE: Netflix adds 'unrelenting' horror movie days before follow-up drops in cinemas MORE: Most 'unpredictable' horror movie of the decade is now streaming on Netflix
Sydney Morning Herald
2 days ago
- Sydney Morning Herald
Banning adults-only hotels is insane. Most children are intolerable
We were all children once, I know. But I wouldn't want to go on holiday today with the five-year-old me. And I wouldn't expect any of my friends to either. But the French, it seems, do. There was a mini furore this week in the European travel industry after it was reported that the French government is planning moves to make it illegal for hospitality venues such as hotels, campsites and restaurants to ban children. Sarah El Haïry, the high commissioner for childhood in France, said that she was ready to resort to new legislation to combat what she deemed a 'no kids trend' in the country. Her sentiments have been amplified by fears among mummy blogger types that France is getting too much like Belgium where, according to a report by Paris Match, one in 10 restaurants ban children. All of this was described by El Haïry as 'violence against children,' adding: 'A child shouts, laughs and moves … we are institutionalising the idea that silence is a luxury, and the absence of children is a luxury.' Consider me fully institutionalised. 'Ghoulish crime scene' We've all been in that queue to board a plane, watching the otherwise blissfully childless stare around, spiralling in panic at the sight of unruly toddlers, hoping they won't get a seat near them. Children do, indeed, shout, laugh and move. But unless you're a doting Italian Nonna, you're probably indifferent to their presence at best. Sometimes they do cute things. A child using an expletive out of the blue makes me guffaw. Loading But what children do a lot of the time during their waking hours is annoy you. And how you react to that might be an eyeroll, or an explosive demand that some headphones be used that the whole cabin doesn't have to listen to episodes of Teletubbies. As a stressed adult, I have a list of things that relax me on holiday, and the presence of children isn't one of them. I sat down to write this shortly after one of my closest friends posted a picture from the resort they are staying at in Lanzarote, Spain. It showed a swimming pool surrounded by hazard warning tape like a ghoulish crime scene. A child had defecated in the water.
The Age
2 days ago
- The Age
Banning adults-only hotels is insane. Most children are intolerable
We were all children once, I know. But I wouldn't want to go on holiday today with the five-year-old me. And I wouldn't expect any of my friends to either. But the French, it seems, do. There was a mini furore this week in the European travel industry after it was reported that the French government is planning moves to make it illegal for hospitality venues such as hotels, campsites and restaurants to ban children. Sarah El Haïry, the high commissioner for childhood in France, said that she was ready to resort to new legislation to combat what she deemed a 'no kids trend' in the country. Her sentiments have been amplified by fears among mummy blogger types that France is getting too much like Belgium where, according to a report by Paris Match, one in 10 restaurants ban children. All of this was described by El Haïry as 'violence against children,' adding: 'A child shouts, laughs and moves … we are institutionalising the idea that silence is a luxury, and the absence of children is a luxury.' Consider me fully institutionalised. 'Ghoulish crime scene' We've all been in that queue to board a plane, watching the otherwise blissfully childless stare around, spiralling in panic at the sight of unruly toddlers, hoping they won't get a seat near them. Children do, indeed, shout, laugh and move. But unless you're a doting Italian Nonna, you're probably indifferent to their presence at best. Sometimes they do cute things. A child using an expletive out of the blue makes me guffaw. Loading But what children do a lot of the time during their waking hours is annoy you. And how you react to that might be an eyeroll, or an explosive demand that some headphones be used that the whole cabin doesn't have to listen to episodes of Teletubbies. As a stressed adult, I have a list of things that relax me on holiday, and the presence of children isn't one of them. I sat down to write this shortly after one of my closest friends posted a picture from the resort they are staying at in Lanzarote, Spain. It showed a swimming pool surrounded by hazard warning tape like a ghoulish crime scene. A child had defecated in the water.
