28 Years Later

2024 - 9 - 21

Zombies with a Side of iPhone? Danny Boyle's Bold New Filming Technique!

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Ever wondered what happens when award-winning directors embrace tech? Danny Boyle’s 28 Years Later was shot on an iPhone 15!

Danny Boyle, the legendary filmmaker known for groundbreaking hits such as 'Shallow Grave' and 'Steve Jobs', is once again making waves in the cinematic world with his latest project, '28 Years Later'. This upcoming sequel is generating excitement not just for its thrilling revival of a popular franchise but also because it was reportedly filmed using an iPhone 15 Pro Max, making it one of the first blockbusters to adopt such unconventional technology in its production. The film brings back the hair-raising fast zombies that made '28 Days Later' a genre-defining classic, and fans are eagerly awaiting the return of characters played by Cillian Murphy and Naomie Harris.

Production of '28 Years Later' wrapped up just recently after commencing in May 2024, with glimpses of the thrilling action being teased throughout its filming. With a staggering budget of around $75 million, it's set to be the biggest motion picture ever shot using iPhones! While we’ve seen smaller production films like 'Tangerine' and 'Unsane' push the boundaries of mobile filmmaking, Boyle's endeavor is on a completely different level. It seems the director has embraced modern technology in a way few could have predicted, stirring both excitement and speculation among film buffs about the potential quality and impact of such an ambitious project.

Moreover, '28 Years Later' isn't just creating buzz for its unique filming approach but is also striking a chord with its storyline. By revisiting a post-apocalyptic world where fast-moving zombies reign, the film aims to tap into contemporary fears while delivering a thrilling cinematic experience. Audience expectations are high, as many are curious to see how the fusion of innovative filming and engaging storytelling will unfold on screen. With a star-studded cast and a visionary director at the helm, this film is poised to set a new standard for how we perceive filmmaking in the digital age.

Finally, in a fun fact that might just blow your mind, did you know that the original '28 Days Later' grossed a whopping $85 million worldwide with its modest budget of only $8 million? It’s no wonder the sequel’s production team is determined to harness new technologies to exceed its predecessor’s legacy. And speaking of groundbreaking advancements, if you think iPhones are only good for selfies, think about the many Oscars in Danny Boyle’s cabinet! Who knows, perhaps they will end up celebrating a new form of artistry that takes home the gold - thanks to a smartphone!

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28 Years Later was Apparently Shot on the iPhone 15, and I Have ... (imaging resource)

Danny Boyle is my favorite filmmaker of all time: from Shallow Grave to Steve Jobs, few directors have a portfolio as uniquely broad while also thematically ...

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Danny Boyle's New Zombie Flick '28 Years Later' Was Shot Entirely ... (2oceansvibe News)

The original 2002 movie was described as genre-defining and was the first to portray zombies as scary fast rather than lumbering corpses, ala Walking Dead.

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Report: '28 Years Later' first blockbuster shot on an iPhone (Business Insider)

Wired reported that "28 Years Later" director Danny Boyle is using adapted iPhone 15 Pro Maxes to shoot the upcoming sequel.

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Danny Boyle Filmed '28 Years Later' With an iPhone 15 Pro Max (Bloody Disgusting)

Production wrapped earlier this summer on Danny Boyle's 28 Years Later, the long-awaited sequel to 28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later that intends to launch.

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'28 Years Later' has reportedly been shot on an iPhone 15 (NME.com)

Filming began in May 2024 and production has only just wrapped. 28 Days Later Director Danny Boyle, Naomie Harris, Cillian Murphy, and producer Andrew Macdonald ...

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28 Years Later Used iPhone 15 For Filming (Screen Rant)

Danny Boyle is reportedly incorporating an unconventional piece of technology to capture footage for his horror return in 28 Years Later.

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28 Years Later will be the biggest movie ever shot on iPhone: report (MobileSyrup)

Director Danny Boyle, writer Alex Garland and star Cillian Murphy have all reunited for the highly-anticipated horror sequel.

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28 Years Later was partially shot on an iPhone 15 Pro Max (Yahoo Finance Australia)

This makes it the biggest movie ever made using iPhones, as the budget was around $75 million. There are some major caveats worth going over. First of all, the ...

Danny Boyle's '28 Years Later', a $75 Million Feature Film, Was Shot ... (Daring Fireball)

Several arthouse films have been shot with iPhones, including Sean Baker's Tangerine (2015) and the Steven Soderbergh drama Unsane (2018), but these movies were ...

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Danny Boyle Shot “28 Years Later” on an iPhone 15 (NERDBOT)

Oscar-winning director Danny Boyle has abandoned traditional camera rigs for “28 Years Later,” shooting it primarly on iPhone 15s.

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