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When Danny Boyle’s “28 Days Later” redefined the zombie genre, it did so by introducing us to a world where the infected were terrifyingly fast and filled with a relentless fury. Despite its grim premise, the film managed to end on an unexpectedly hopeful note. Boyle then stunned audiences once more with “28 Years Later,” a film that not only delivered heart-stopping terror but also offered a profound reflection on human mortality.
The anticipation is now building for a new chapter titled “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple,” which promises to continue the story from where the last installment concluded. For those needing a refresher, a recap video is available to bring viewers up to speed before venturing into the eerie world of “The Bone Temple.”
Though not a direct continuation of the original or its sequel, “28 Weeks Later,” “28 Years Later” maintained the essence of the franchise. It provided horror enthusiasts with an intense and palpable experience of dread, earning accolades as one of the year’s standout films. The movie’s financial success, amassing $151 million globally, has paved the way for “The Bone Temple” to extend the series’ legacy. This sequel was already underway during its predecessor’s release, underscoring the franchise’s momentum.
The genius of “28 Days Later” lay in the synergy between Danny Boyle’s innovative digital filmmaking and Alex Garland’s insightful screenplay. Boyle’s use of handheld cameras created an immediacy that brought the film’s events to life, while Garland’s narrative tackled profound societal and human themes, complemented by the terrifying portrayal of the infected as rabid athletes.
Boyle and Garland reunited for “28 Years Later,” amplifying the very elements that made the first film so impactful. As we await the next installment, “The Bone Temple,” directed by Nia DaCosta—known for her work on “Candyman” and “The Marvels”—the question arises: How will DaCosta’s vision measure up to Boyle’s iconic approach?
Will the Nia DeCosta directed sequel live up to the promise of 28 Years Later?
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Unlike its predecessors, “The Bone Temple” directly follows the events of “28 Years Later.” It features young Spike (played by Alfie Williams) who has joined forces with Sir Jimmy Crystal’s (Jack O’Connell) crew of Teletubbies zombie slayers. The initial buzz around the sequel is overwhelmingly positive, with some hailing it as one of the top horror films of recent years. With projections estimating a domestic opening of $20 to $30 million, Sony is optimistic about the film’s performance, so much so that they’ve already greenlit a third film, with Alex Garland on board to write. The most thrilling twist is the rumor of Cillian Murphy’s potential involvement, hinting at a full-circle conclusion to the franchise that began with his character’s journey.
The pair reunited with “28 Years Later,” which leaned even further into everything that made the original so powerful. Now the biggest question on our minds as we prepare to watch the second part, “The Bone Temple,” is how new director Nia DeCosta (“Candyman,” “The Marvels”) will compare to Boyle.
Unlike the other sequels, “The Bone Temple” picks up directly where “28 Years Later” left off, with young Spike (Alfie Williams) now initiated into Sir Jimmy Crystal’s (Jack O’Connell) Teletubbies zombie killers. Early reactions to the sequel have been ecstatic, calling the film one of the best horror movies of the last decade. Projections are set for a $20 to $30 million domestic opening, which has Sony so bullish on the film’s success that they have already greenlit a third film, with Alex Garland returning to write. The most exciting part of this announcement is that Cillian Murphy is reportedly in talks to join, promising a sequel that will perhaps cap off the franchise where it all began.
This means that the world and characters established in “28 Years Later” are things fans need to be up to date for. So please, watch the video above so you know everything that’s happened before we descend into “The Bone Temple.”
