28 Years Later

Danny Boyle’s 28 Years Later Shot on an iPhone? Zombies Have Never Looked So High-Tech!

Who knew zombies could be filmed on an iPhone 15? Dive into Danny Boyle's groundbreaking horror flick, 28 Years Later, where tech meets terror!

Danny Boyle is known for pushing boundaries and challenging the status quo in cinema, and his latest project, 28 Years Later, is no exception. As a sequel to the groundbreaking films 28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later, this long-awaited return to the world of fast-moving zombies has been creating quite the buzz. The twist? This time, the film has reportedly been shot entirely on an iPhone 15! Yes, you heard that right! This innovative approach could revolutionise cinematic shooting techniques and broaden accessibility for filmmakers around the world.

Production kicked off in May 2024, and it didn’t take long for director Danny Boyle to assemble an impressive cast, including Naomie Harris, Cillian Murphy, and the talented Jodie Comer. Oh, have we mentioned Aaron Taylor Johnson and Ralph Fiennes? This star-studded lineup is sure to elevate the suspense and ghastly thrills that fans of the franchise crave. With the iPhone 15 Pro Max leading the charge, it’ll be fascinating to see whether it can deliver the same intense vibes that its predecessors brought to life. Fast-paced scenes and tight locations featuring distressed humans running away from hordes of zombies? Bring it on!

But wait, there’s more! According to Wired, Boyle is adapting iPhone technology to work as a serious film apparatus, effectively breaking a longstanding barrier between high-end film production and everyday technology. This shift could pave the way for aspiring directors to utilise what they have in their pockets, which might just lead to a new wave of creativity in indie filmmaking. Imagine the element of surprise when amateur filmmakers armed with nothing but smartphones start to create works that rival those shot with hefty equipment!

While the film is generating excitement, the legacy of 28 Days Later and its sequels is as notable as ever. It was the first film that showcased zombies as frighteningly fast, transforming the genre for future films like The Walking Dead. Not only was 28 Days Later a cultural phenomenon, but it also made a lasting impact on the horror genre as we know it today. With the resurgence of zombie tales in popular media, one can only wonder how this technological innovation will influence the next generation of horror films. Will we see zombies adopting selfie sticks? One can only dream!