Danny Boyle and Alex Garland Reunite for 28 Years Later Sequel
The original writer and director of 28 Days Later are joining forces again for a new sequel titled 28 Years Later, with a new trilogy planned. The film is expected to define another decade of zombie media.
Reunion of Danny Boyle and Alex Garland
Danny Boyle and Alex Garland, the original writer and director of the 2002 modern horror classic 28 Days Later, are reuniting for a new sequel titled 28 Years Later. The film is set to launch a new trilogy, marking their return to the franchise after almost two decades. The original film, which starred Cillian Murphy, was a surprise success and is widely credited with revitalizing the zombie genre.
London in 28 Days Later
The 28 Days Later sequel, 28 Years Later, is officially in development with Boyle set to helm the first initial installment and Garland penning all three. The budget for each film is around $75 million, indicating a significant investment in the new trilogy. Despite not being attached to a studio or streamer yet, the film is expected to hit the market soon.
Influence of 28 Days Later
Released in 2002, 28 Days Later became a surprise success, grossing $85 million at the box office with a modest budget of $8 million. The film is widely credited with revitalizing the zombie genre and influencing the next decade of zombie movies and TV shows. Despite director Danny Boyle's reluctance to consider it a zombie movie, 28 Days Later redefined the portrayal of zombies as fast and ferocious, paving the way for a new era of zombie media.
The influence of 28 Days Later can be seen in popular productions such as World War Z, Zombieland, The Walking Dead, and Zack Snyder’s Dawn of the Dead and Army of the Dead. The film's equal focus on post-apocalyptic horror and sharp political allegory resonated with audiences, addressing the nature of pandemics and societal fragility, themes that remain relevant in today's context.
Defining Another Decade of Zombie Media
With the sequel 28 Years Later now in development, there is anticipation regarding how Alex Garland and Danny Boyle will update the franchise with sharp political allegory and redefine the portrayal of zombies for another decade. The relevance of pandemic themes, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, adds an intriguing layer to the potential impact of the new trilogy. The film is expected to define another decade of zombie media, building on the legacy of its predecessor and offering a fresh perspective on post-apocalyptic storytelling.
