28 Years Later defies expectations not by amplifying its terrors but by scaling those back in favor of emotional depth and a more human-focused narrative. For those anticipating a traditional zombie horror film, Danny Boyle’s return may come as a disappointment. But what he delivers instead is a memorable and unique experience.
Set 28 years after the initial outbreak of the rage virus, the story follows Jamie (Aaron Taylor-Johnson) and his son Spike (Alfie Williams), who are in the isolated safety of Holy Island. When Spike uncovers a potential cure for his ailing mother Isla (Jodie Comer), his focus shifts away from safety into saving his mother at all costs.
Rather than leaning into horror tropes, 28 Years Later offers a sobering reflection on the long-term aftermath of a zombie outbreak. It finally answers some long-standing questions such as: Can the infected endure? Unfortunately, the film also teases new ideas and concepts unresolved hinting that most of these will be answered in other films already slated in the future. Alfie Williams delivers a standout performance as Spike, bringing emotional nuance and grit to the role. Ralph Fiennes is equally captivating as the eccentric Dr. Kelson, injecting a curious energy into the otherwise bleak setting. But it’s in the film’s final act that Boyle’s vision shines most in our opinion delivering a balancing act of humanity, love, intimacy, and drama that no gore could ever replace. In the end, 28 Years Later may frustrate those looking for thrills but for those willing to embrace its more contemplative tone, its a story and setting that just becomes rewarding.
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28 Years Later (2025) Movie Review: More Human than Horror
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