28 Years Later Gets Best Rotten Tomatoes Score & Reviews in Trilogy

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After receiving positive early feedback, the movie titled “28 Years Later” has been praised by top critics, resulting in a “fresh” rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Directed by Danny Boyle, this new installment in the franchise offers a chilling and character-driven sequel that seamlessly combines horror elements with deep emotional drama.

Critics are loving Aaron Taylor-Johnson-led 28 Years Later in reviews

Danny Boyle’s film “28 Years Later” has garnered universal praise from critics, prior to its scheduled release on June 20, 2025.

Jonathan Sim from ComingSoon.net rated the movie 7 out of 10, describing it as a “daring horror adventure” that is “extremely frightening.” He commended both Saoirse Comer and Alfie Williams for their impressive performances. Furthermore, he was amazed by the iPhone camera work and found the way it blended with conventional formats to be “incredibly impressive.

Perri Nemiroff found the movie to be “definitely worth the time spent waiting,” pointing out that the long delay between releases made it better and praised an unanticipated twist that was both astonishingly fresh and impactful (rating 4.5/5). Bill Goodykoontz (Arizona Republic) labeled it a “masterpiece of technique” and observed, “Boyle skillfully directs each scene – don’t let the complex action sequences mislead you” (also rating 4.5/5).

As a passionate film enthusiast, I find myself in agreement with Matt Singer from ScreenCrush, who described this film as a testament to the fact that an exceptional zombie series just keeps on thriving (7/10). Similarly, Rocco T. Thompson from Slant Magazine pointed out its portrayal of the future as reminiscent of humankind’s primitive past (3/4). Lastly, Philip De Semlyen from Time Out saw it as a fresh take on the genre, stating that Boyle managed to turn the zombie movie into a grisly pop-art installation (3/5).

Jake Coyle (Associated Press) noted it as an “unusual yet deeply emotional coming-of-age film, given the numerous instances where characters experience physical trauma.” Alonso Duralde (The Film Verdict) praised the directors’ skill, indicating that “they have managed to blend elements of excitement, gore, and suspense, while simultaneously delivering meaningful messages about resilience, optimism, and affection.

According to Richard Lawson from Vanity Fair, the movie feels “somber and unusual,” and he points out that Boyle continues to follow the unconventional beats of his own creativity.

28 Years Later beats 28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later on Rotten Tomatoes

28 Years Later is currently boasting a remarkable 95% approval from critics on Rotten Tomatoes after 87 reviews, making it the top-ranked film in its series. Compared to its predecessors, 28 Days Later (2002) garnered an 87% score, while 28 Weeks Later (2007) earned a 72% rating.

Each of the three movies has received a Fresh certification, but “28 Days Later” stands out with the most critical acclaim. This film was lauded for its striking visuals, well-developed characters, and profound themes. Directed by Danny Boyle and written by Alex Garland, it features Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Comer, and Alfie Williams as the main stars.

Originally reported by Anubhav Chaudhry on SuperHeroHype.

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2025-06-19 08:40