Director Danny Boyle Reveals Insights About 28 Years Later

NEW YORK — Director Danny Boyle introduced a sneak peek of his upcoming film, 28 Years Later, during a Sony event in New York City. The event showcased 28 minutes of the long-awaited sequel to the 2002 horror classic, 28 Days Later. Boyle surprised attendees with trivia about the original film, including the intriguing origins of its title.

One entertaining fact revealed was the need for Boyle to clarify the film’s premise. During early screenings, many audience members mistakenly believed that 28 Days Later was a sequel to a romantic comedy, leading to confusion about the true nature of the horror film featuring the Rage Virus.

“It’s a tale that has been lost over time,” Boyle explained. He recounted how Fox Searchlight worried audiences would associate the title with a different genre. This misidentification persisted through the film’s marketing and release period, which adds an unexpected layer to the film’s legacy.

The discussions at the event emphasized the film’s significance in the horror genre, especially as it gears up for its theatrical release on June 20th. Attendees, including industry writers from CinemaBlend, eagerly awaited the film’s debut, keen to see how it expands the universe established in 28 Days Later.

Boyle’s career has flourished since his initial foray into the zombie genre, with his prior film laying groundwork that led to rising stars like Cillian Murphy and Naomie Harris. 28 Years Later aims to continue this legacy while introducing new threads into the storyline.

As fans look forward to returning to a UK ravaged by the Rage Virus, they can also stream the original film, 28 Days Later, for free with ads on Pluto TV.