Danny Boyle’s ‘stringent security measures’ on 28 Days Later set leave ramblers ‘jumping out their skin’

Danny Boyle's 'stringent security measures' on 28 Days Later set leave ramblers 'jumping out their skin'

As a dedicated follower of film and cinema, I must say that Danny Boyle’s stringent security measures have left me chuckling more than jumping out of my skin. The irony of using robots to guard against ramblers on a set for a post-apocalyptic horror series is not lost on me. It seems that the real-life drama unfolding off-screen is just as captivating as the story being told on it!


Danny Boyle’s tight safety precautions implemented on the set of 28 Days Later have sent hikers into a state of alarm or fright.

Currently, the director, who is 67 years old, is shooting the third part of the post-apocalyptic horror series, not far from Newcastle. However, it’s not the undead monsters that are causing alarm among residents.

The residents were startled when several automated guards, hired for security purposes, suddenly issued loud alarms or warnings at the location.

As a lifestyle expert, I can share that I personally ensured that my team implemented robust security precautions at the site to safeguard privacy and prevent casual wandering by local residents.

‘The area is really eerie and remote, but it’s used by a lot of ramblers.’

Danny Boyle's 'stringent security measures' on 28 Days Later set leave ramblers 'jumping out their skin'

Danny Boyle's 'stringent security measures' on 28 Days Later set leave ramblers 'jumping out their skin'

They added: ‘It’s a vast area to cover and some walking groups were caught out by these censored robots that start shouting. It’s really loud. This group of ramblers jumped out of their skins when it happened.’

In the rolling hills of Northumberland’s countryside, British actress Jodie Comer was recently seen shooting scenes for her upcoming post-apocalyptic movie. This time around, she will portray a character from the Geordie region.

She will be joined by Oscar-winning Cillian Murphy, who will return as Jim, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ralph Fiennes, Erin Kellyman and Jack O’Connell.

Over the weekend, Danny was banned from filming the ‘profane’ zombie movie at the Church of St Mary the Virgin in Morpeth. 

The church tribunal rejected his request to film at the Grade I Listed location, stating that the proposed movie might contradict church teachings and desecrate a sacred place.

St Mary’s had previously been used as a set for an episode of ITV crime drama Vera.

The director’s proposals had the support of both the vicar and warden from St. Mary’s, but they were ultimately rejected by the Ecclesiastical Court of the Diocese of Newcastle.

DNA Films, the movie’s creators, along with supervising location manager Camilla Stephenson, have revealed that the church will serve as a striking setting for a story set in a ‘post-apocalyptic landscape’, where most people have been affected by a ‘rage’ virus, causing them to act aggressively.

Danny Boyle's 'stringent security measures' on 28 Days Later set leave ramblers 'jumping out their skin'

As a lifestyle expert, I wholeheartedly back the suggestions put forth, and here’s why. In my role as a spiritual guide at our local church, I find myself in agreement with Reverend Simon White on this matter. I don’t foresee any negative impact on our parish or diocese from producing the movie he mentions. Instead, it could potentially bring new perspectives and enrich our community spirit.

As a fervent devotee, I eagerly pledged to join forces with Dr. Andrew Mowat, the revered churchwarden, in preparing and submitting our joint application to the Diocesan Advisory Committee.

However, the Archdeacon of Lindisfarne vetoed their decisions, recommending the nearby parishes to reject those appeals instead.

The film had been noted by members of the Parochial Church Council (PCC) to be ‘very violent and gory’ while not promoting or glorifying evil or violence. 

22 years prior, in the year 2002, the initial zombie apocalypse movie was first shown in theaters, featuring Cillian as a prominent character.

Danny Boyle's 'stringent security measures' on 28 Days Later set leave ramblers 'jumping out their skin'
Danny Boyle's 'stringent security measures' on 28 Days Later set leave ramblers 'jumping out their skin'

2002’s movie depicted an actor as a bike messenger who, after emerging from a coma, discovered that a widespread, incurable virus had swept across the United Kingdom. A small group of survivors were attempting to locate safety.

As a lifestyle aficionado, I’m thrilled to share that the next chapter in this beloved franchise is on its way! This upcoming film will serve as the third installment and the beginning of an exciting new trilogy.

In the upcoming project, it’s Danny, the director of “28 Days Later,” along with its original author, Alex Garland, who will be rejoining. Notably, during the production of the sequel, “28 Weeks Later” in 2007, they only held executive producer roles.

In collaboration with Andrew Macdonald, Peter Rice, and Bernie Bellew, both Danny and Alex are working on the new project, with Cillian taking on the role of executive producer.

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2024-08-27 11:19

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