Description
Title: 28 Days Later (2002)
Genre: Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller
Plot Synopsis:
After a group of animal rights activists releases infected chimpanzees from a research facility, a highly contagious virus spreads across the United Kingdom. Twenty-eight days later, Jim, a bicycle courier, wakes from a coma in a deserted hospital and finds the city of London empty. As he navigates the apocalyptic landscape, he joins forces with other survivors, including Selena and Frank, on a perilous journey for safety—facing threats not only from the infected but from desperate humans as well.
Cast and Crew:
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Director: Danny Boyle
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Writer: Alex Garland
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Cast:
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Cillian Murphy as Jim
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Naomie Harris as Selena
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Brendan Gleeson as Frank
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Megan Burns as Hannah
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Christopher Eccleston as Major Henry West
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YouTube Trailer:
28 Days Later | Trailer
IMDb Link:
28 Days Later (2002)
Reviews from Letterboxd:
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4kkollecter – ★★★★½
“2002’s 28 Days Later expertly blends elements of suspense and horror, managing to provide scathing societal critique in addition to the haunting exploration of Man taking place within the narrative. Yet another in a long line of stellar performances from Cillian Murphy, in addition to excellent execution by the ensemble cast, elevated the project in a big way.” -
Tyrin – ★★★★½
“With the trailer for 28 Years Later sparking massive hype on Twitter, I decided it was finally time to check out the classic that started it all—Danny Boyle’s 28 Days Later. And let me tell you, this movie is nothing short of a zombie masterpiece. Zombie films have evolved a lot over the years, but this one feels timeless. Released in 2002, it’s easy to see how 28 Days Later redefined the genre.” -
Sky Davila – ★★★★½
“28 Days Later is a deeply political film. From the opening riot scenes to its release in a post-9/11 world, the film explores themes of fear and human nature under extreme circumstances. The military subplot, in particular, is a big commentary on power and exploitation. The soldiers’ actions are not just disturbing but reminiscent of real-world atrocities committed during times of war.” -
Jenny – ★★★★½
“Stylish zombie movie that now seems less inventive than it once did, thanks to the proliferation of zombie content over the last 20 years. Still, the first half of the movie is alternatively eerie and shocking because of Danny Boyle’s striking direction.” -
Dave – ★★★★
“Took a break from awards screeners and holiday films to watch this on a (very) 2000s DVD, which–at least for the next 24 hours–remains the only way to see the film. As a zombie film, it holds up (even when the score and editing are the most early-2000s thing ever), and the blueprint for The Walking Dead and World War Z are in plain sight.”
Meta Description:
Danny Boyle’s 28 Days Later (2002) is a gripping British horror-thriller about a deadly virus outbreak and the survivors navigating a post-apocalyptic UK. With haunting visuals, psychological tension, and Cillian Murphy’s breakout performance, the film redefined the zombie genre and influenced a new wave of horror storytelling.
Title: 28 Weeks Later (2007)
Genre: Horror, Science Fiction
Plot Synopsis:
Six months after the rage virus devastated the United Kingdom, the U.S. military begins repopulating a quarantined zone in London. As civilians return to the city, peace is short-lived when the virus resurfaces through an asymptomatic carrier, unleashing a new wave of chaos. Survivors must navigate the deadly outbreak as the military enacts extreme measures to contain the infection.
Cast and Crew:
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Director: Juan Carlos Fresnadillo
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Writers: Rowan Joffé, Juan Carlos Fresnadillo, Enrique López Lavigne, Jesús Olmo
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Cast:
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Robert Carlyle as Don
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Rose Byrne as Major Scarlet Ross
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Jeremy Renner as Sergeant Doyle
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Harold Perrineau as Flynn
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Catherine McCormack as Alice
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YouTube Trailer:
28 Weeks Later | Trailer
IMDb Link:
28 Weeks Later (2007)
Reviews from Letterboxd:
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BigGoonMookie29 – ★★★★
“Top 5 opening scene in any horror film.” -
LivingGhost1 – ★★★½
“28 Weeks Later isn’t as groundbreaking as its predecessor but it’s a solid follow-up that’s a bit underrated and has some fire moments. The direction and character work isn’t as strong but the action and pacing is still pretty good.” -
Digital Press – ★★★★
“This sequel to the outstanding 28 Days Later presents a familiar apocalyptic theme—a depleted world swarming with infected humans now in the care of the military. Naturally, the protection is temporary or we wouldn’t have a movie! And 28 Weeks Later is a good one. The brand of infected humans featured in these movies do everything fast.” -
Richard McDiven – ★★½
“Fine movie but horrible sequel. Takes away everything that the first stood for and made it seem like a mindless cash grab that nearly doesn’t care for the indie work that has been done. The characters were as boring as the stitch on my ball-sack and I was personally on the government’s side.” -
Jamie – ★★★
“28 Weeks Later doesn’t match the greatness of the first but it’s still a fun enough time if you keep your expectations in check. The direction, editing and cinematography are very fierce and visual to make the audience feel super immersed and uncomfortable in the situation. Performances are great, however it’s the clunky script that lets this down because it feels very much like a video game.”
Meta Description:
A brutal and suspenseful continuation of the rage virus outbreak, 28 Weeks Later (2007) explores the U.S. military’s attempt to rebuild society in a quarantined London. When the virus reemerges, a desperate fight for survival begins. With a strong cast and visceral direction, this horror sequel raises the stakes in a bleak post-apocalyptic landscape.
