”Wildly unexpected” 28 Years Later debuts with near-perfect Rotten Tomatoes rating

18 years since its predecessor hit the screens, the new movie titled “28 Years Later” has premiered to an almost flawless rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

In the third installment of the “28 Days Later” series, Danny Boyle and Alex Garland once again take charge. This time they’re guiding us through the story of a band of survivors living on a secluded island, where they’ve managed to establish a modicum of everyday life.

In the story, character Jamie, played by Aaron Taylor-Johnson, accompanies his son Spike (Alfie Williams) on a journey to the mainland for a task. However, their journey takes an unexpected turn due to what they uncover. Alongside them in this adventure are actors Jodie Comer, Jack O’Connell, and Ralph Fiennes.

Critics’ assessments for the movie have come out, and it seems that “28 Years Later” has made an impressive entrance, boasting a fantastic 95% rating on Rotten Tomatoes after being reviewed by 93 critics, as we speak.

Here is what the critics say about the “wildly unexpected” film…

Digital Spy

It might come as a shock when you think 28 Years Later is about to intensify, but instead, it adopts a more subdued tone for its climax. Director Boyle and writer Garland opt for an emotionally impactful ending rather than a violent one, skillfully delivered by the cast. Unfortunately, the film’s most significant flaw emerges swiftly afterward.

The Independent

28 Years Later offers a perspective set in a post-Brexit, pandemic-aware environment, incorporating themes of nationalism, self-isolation, and culturally charged weapons. Yet, it remains concise and impactful in its delivery.

IndieWire

It’s surprisingly different for a movie that has been anticipated for such a prolonged period, as this thoughtful and emotional post-apocalyptic story suggests that refusing to acknowledge death can taint the purity of living itself.

Empire

28 Years Later sees the reunion of Boyle and Garland, as they infuse fresh excitement into a genre that has become overly familiar. No clear standout option is immediately apparent.

The Guardian

This intriguing advancement presents an innovative blend of genres, moving us forward on both a generational and evolutionary scale. It combines elements of folk horror, social critique of England, and a mourning phase for the past events that have transpired.

Rolling Stone

It’s uncertain if everything coalesces into a fully satisfying picture. Nonetheless, Boyle and Garland’s journey to this desolate landscape offers a critical, tinted perspective on our present situation when viewed individually.

AV Club

Experiencing an exhilarating journey laced with fear and awe, this movie carries a dark, timeless elegance – a feeling that despite the collapse of familiar life, certain fundamental aspects remain intact.

28 Years Later is in cinemas now.

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