28 Years Later: A Shockingly Soulful Zombie Apocalypse

2025-06-19 18:00:41.252

Danny Boyle's "28 Days Later" successfully predicted two trends: global pandemics and fast zombies. Now, "28 Years Later" arrives, a film that, while visually disjointed, offers a surprisingly soulful take on the apocalypse. Unlike other franchises that expand globally, this one stays in the UK, specifically a quarantined island post-Brexit. The film uses iPhones for innovative cinematography, resulting in a visually jarring but unique experience. The story focuses on a 12-year-old boy, Spike, and his hunter father, Jamie, navigating a world filled with both fast and slow-moving infected. Brexit is a major theme, with the quarantined island mirroring Britain's isolation. The film also features tender reflections on mortality and misguided exceptionalism. Despite its violent content, "28 Years Later" is a thoughtful coming-of-age story, showcasing Boyle's persistence and desire to continue the franchise with future installments. The movie receives a two out of four-star rating.