As a horror movie aficionado who has survived countless nights of sleepless terror thanks to these cinematic masterpieces, I can confidently say that the return of the “28 Days Later” franchise is a cause for both excitement and dread. Having lived through the initial outbreak in 2002 and the subsequent chaos in 28 Weeks Later, I’m bracing myself for the impending doom that 28 Years Later promises to unleash upon us.
Following a spell in the “realm of streaming,” the 2002 horror movie by Danny Boyle, known as “28 Days Later,
You read that right. Juan Carlos Fresnadillo’s bombastic sequel starring MCU regular Jeremy Renner, is leaving streaming platform Hulu in a couple of weeks, making the franchise’s streaming situation a bit more complicated. In case you’re a physical media enthusiast, and you bought copies of the first two films, you’re probably laughing at everyone and rightfully so.
In a fresh take, 28 Weeks Later deviates from its initial concept. Instead of Danny Boyle at the helm, a less recognized Spanish director took charge, with Alex Garland, the original screenwriter, not contributing to the script. The film centers around entirely distinct characters and narrates the tale of a family torn apart by the virus’s spread in Europe. As they attempt to reunite, certain safety measures are violated, transforming the Isle of Dogs from a secure zone into the catastrophic epicenter of a new zombie epidemic. The siblings Tammy and Andy become vital figures due to their genes carrying the cure, with Delta Force sniper Doyle tasked with their protection.
The second installment of the horror series earned over $65 million globally, showing that Danny Boyle’s zombie saga might be able to grow in various aspects. Critics also appreciated it, considering it a fitting continuation that stood on its own as a sequel.
2025 Marks the Return of One of Horror’s Most Interesting Franchises
Many folks think it was Zack Snyder’s undervalued remake of “Dawn of the Dead” in 2004 that first showed us running zombies. However, there were earlier instances: in 2002, Danny Boyle produced a pioneering zombie movie that redefined the genre, while Umberto Lenzi’s “Nightmare City” introduced more aggressive zombies as early as 1980.
In these films, the aggressive and growling undead creatures were just one aspect that intrigued viewers. What made zombie movies particularly captivating was their unique approach in not explicitly using the term “zombie.” For instance, in the highly influential series “The Walking Dead“, instead of calling them zombies, they were referred to as “the infected,” reflecting a crucial element of the script – these weren’t re-animated corpses but living individuals who had been infected.
Indeed, it appears we’ve been discussing whether “28 Days Later” (or “28 ‘insert time unit’ later”) qualifies as a zombie franchise. The horror community seems to have reached a consensus, and those who might be considered elitist can step aside: Yes, it is indeed part of the zombie genre. Danny Boyle was known for challenging established norms while simultaneously setting new ones. The employment of digital video, the exploration of drama beyond the zombie apocalypse, and the somewhat surprising “happy” ending are some elements that made “28 Days Later” a refreshing take on this subgenre.
2025 brings even greater anticipation for us, as we look forward to what’s next with 28 Years Later. The sequel, 28 Weeks Later, was a remarkable follow-up that expanded on the apocalyptic world established in the original movie. Will Boyle revisit his roots and deliver a more realistic film? What boundaries will he push this time around? We’ll soon discover as the franchise resurfaces in June 2025.
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2024-12-15 20:07