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Jack O’Connell discusses a standout year leaning into villain roles—from Sir Jimmy Crystal in 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple to Sinners—along with upcoming turns in Ink and Godzilla x Kong: Supernova; he credits luck, the freedom of playing riskier characters, and collaborations with Danny Boyle, while keeping the purple tracksuit as a defining prop for his evolving villain era.
Nia DaCosta discusses directing 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple—the second entry in Danny Boyle’s zombie saga—emphasizing she’ll bring her own vision rather than mimic Boyle. She notes she’s the first Black woman to direct a Marvel film (The Marvels) and will work with Boyle again on the final installment, while highlighting her Sundance Vanguard Award, horror roots, and move toward original writing and body-horror storytelling in a genre she sees as male-dominated.
The article discusses how the sequel to '28 Years Later' was shot using an iPhone, highlighting nine key techniques used by director Danny Boyle and cinematographer Anthony Dod Mantle to create the $75 million film, showcasing innovative mobile filmmaking methods.
Director Danny Boyle discusses the controversial zombie nudity in '28 Years Later,' highlighting challenges in showcasing certain scenes due to content restrictions on platforms like YouTube, and emphasizing the film's visual techniques and the importance of seeing it in theaters.
Director Danny Boyle discusses the cultural and technological themes of '28 Years Later,' a sequel in his zombie film trilogy, exploring how society might evolve or regress after a catastrophe and reflecting on the film's relevance in today's fear-driven world.
The planned sequel '28 Months Later' was never made due to creative differences, production challenges, and industry changes, leading to the release of '28 Years Later' instead. Despite ongoing interest from director Danny Boyle and writer Alex Garland, various setbacks, including Boyle's focus on original projects and studio acquisitions, prevented the sequel from materializing.
Danny Boyle, director of Slumdog Millionaire, states he wouldn't make the film today due to concerns over cultural appropriation and believes a modern version should be directed by an Indian filmmaker, reflecting on the evolving understanding of cultural sensitivity in filmmaking.
Danny Boyle reflects on the cultural implications of his 2008 film Slumdog Millionaire, stating it would be difficult to make today and emphasizing the importance of Indian filmmakers leading such projects now, acknowledging past issues of cultural appropriation.
Director Danny Boyle reflects that he couldn't make 'Slumdog Millionaire' today due to changing cultural sensitivities and awareness of cultural appropriation, despite being proud of the film's success and impact.
Danny Boyle stated that he would not make 'Slumdog Millionaire' today due to concerns over cultural appropriation, emphasizing the importance of having a young Indian filmmaker direct the project if it were to be made now, reflecting a broader shift in the industry towards cultural sensitivity.
Director Danny Boyle used iPhones to film key scenes in '28 Years Later,' allowing for quick, lightweight filming in remote locations, which contributed to the movie's gritty aesthetic and realistic portrayal of a post-apocalyptic UK, reflecting on the ongoing relevance of apocalyptic stories amid global crises.
Danny Boyle, the director of 'Slumdog Millionaire,' stated he would not make the film today due to concerns over cultural appropriation, despite remaining proud of the original. He acknowledged the film's production involved outsider perspectives and cultural baggage, and suggested future projects would involve more Indian filmmakers.
28 Years Later, the latest installment in the '28' series, has premiered with an impressive 94% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes, making it the best-reviewed entry and one of the top horror movies of 2025, praised for its direction, performances, and connection to the original film.
Danny Boyle and Jodie Comer discuss the return to the world of 28 Years Later, highlighting parallels between the film's post-apocalyptic scenario and the Covid pandemic, exploring themes of survival, societal stagnation, and the emotional truths behind protecting loved ones, while also reflecting on the genre's relevance to real-world fears and political commentary.
Danny Boyle discusses his plans for the '28 Years Later' trilogy, his career highlights, and reflections on past projects like 'Trainspotting,' '28 Days Later,' and his decision to turn down directing 'Alien.' He also shares insights into his filmmaking process, collaborations, and future ambitions, including the possibility of directing a third installment of the franchise.