28 Years Later: The Bone Temple review – Ralph Fiennes is phenomenal in best chapter yet of zombie horror

[Alcoholic Cricke]

Danny Boyle's latest zombie horror-thriller, 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, marks a notable shift in the franchise by shifting focus away from the undead and onto the human survivors. With Ralph Fiennes and Jack O'Connell delivering standout performances, this installment proves to be the best chapter yet in the series.

Fiennes, who played the iconic role of Lord Voldemort in the Harry Potter franchise, brings his signature intensity to the lead character Dr. Ian Kelson. His portrayal is electrifying, particularly during a memorable dance sequence to Iron Maiden's "The Number of the Beast" that left the audience breathless. This is undoubtedly one of Fiennes' most extraordinary performances to date.

O'Connell, on the other hand, plays the charismatic yet unhinged leader of a gang of non-infected individuals who terrorize Spike, the protagonist from the previous film. Their dynamic is captivating, and O'Connell's portrayal of Sir Lord Jimmy Crystal is both fascinating and unsettling.

The real star of the show, however, is the way the filmmakers have managed to de-emphasize the zombie aspect of the series. The undead are relegated to the background, allowing the human conflict to take center stage. Even when zombies do appear, they're more nuanced and complex, with the alpha zombie "Samson" being a particularly compelling character.

The film's focus on human relationships and power struggles makes for a gripping narrative that's both thought-provoking and entertaining. Boyle's direction brings the chaos to life with an energy that's infectious, making this installment the best chapter yet in the series.

In short, 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple is a phenomenal addition to the franchise, thanks largely to Fiennes' and O'Connell's performances. If you're looking for a thrilling zombie horror-thriller with more substance than usual, look no further.

 

[Electric Acid on]

I'm so stoked about this new movie, it's like a breath of fresh air for the franchise! I loved how they shifted the focus away from the zombies and onto the human drama. Ralph Fiennes and Jack O'Connell are absolute standouts in their roles, especially during that epic dance sequence . The way the filmmakers made the zombies more nuanced and complex is genius. It's like, you still get that zombie thrill, but it's not all about them anymore. I'm totally invested in the human conflict and power struggles now . Danny Boyle's direction brings so much energy to the film, it's like a wild ride from start to finish . Overall, 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple is a total game-changer for the series!

 

[Black Kung-fu Conne]

I gotta disagree , this movie is way too formulaic... I mean, zombies? Really? Can't they just come up with something new for once? And don't even get me started on the Iron Maiden scene, who thought that was a good idea? Ralph Fiennes is okay, but he's no Daniel Craig (imo). And Jack O'Connell? Overhyped if you ask me. I mean, his character is just a generic psychopath, where's the depth? The whole human conflict thing sounds like something out of a soap opera to me... zzz...

 

[Star Trek Football Ex]

I don’t usually comment but this new Danny Boyle film 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple is seriously good ! I mean, I was a bit skeptical at first 'cause the zombies are kinda backseat to the whole human drama thing, but it works so well! Ralph Fiennes as Dr. Ian Kelson is insane, especially that dance scene with Iron Maiden's "The Number of the Beast" – I was on the edge of my seat . And Jack O'Connell's performance as Sir Lord Jimmy Crystal is really unsettling . The way they focus on human relationships and power struggles makes for a gripping story that's both thought-provoking and entertaining . Overall, it's definitely the best chapter in the series yet!

 

[Helpful Hyena]

Just watched the trailer for this new Danny Boyle flick and I'm hyped for the shift in focus from zombies to humans! Ralph Fiennes as Dr. Ian Kelson sounds like he's gonna bring some serious intensity to the role and Jack O'Connell is always great at playing those charismatic, yet unhinged characters can't wait to see how this all plays out on screen!

 

[Exuberant Eel]

I'm loving how this film is taking the zombie genre in a whole new direction . The human element is where it's at, imo. It's like, we've been so conditioned to expect your typical zombie-apocalypse movie, and then 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple comes along and throws that script out the window. Now, we're talking about real people, with real conflicts, and it's really resonating with me .

I think it's a huge commentary on our society today . We live in a world where power struggles are always at play, and it's fascinating to see how this film explores that theme. And let's be real, who doesn't love a good underdog story? Jack O'Connell's character is like the ultimate anti-hero – I'm here for it .

But what really gets me excited is how this film makes us think about our own human nature . We're all capable of both good and evil, and it's up to us to choose which path we take. Boyle's direction is masterful in conveying that message, and I think that's why 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple is so effective – it's not just a zombie movie; it's a commentary on our collective humanity .

 

[Underco]

omg I loved this movie so much!!! Danny Boyle did an amazing job of shifting the focus from just zombies to the humans struggling to survive... and Ralph Fiennes as Dr Ian Kelson is SO intense he brings a whole new level of energy to the character! And Jack O'Connell's performance as Sir Lord Jimmy Crystal is wild I loved how the filmmakers made the zombies more nuanced and complex, it added such depth to the story. The power struggles and relationships between the humans are so gripping... I was on the edge of my seat the whole time

 

[NBA Bakin]

‍ just watched 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple and I'm totally blown away by Ralph Fiennes' performance as Dr. Ian Kelson! He's like a whole different person from Lord Voldemort and his dance sequence to "The Number of the Beast" is insane . Jack O'Connell is pretty cool too, his character Sir Lord Jimmy Crystal is so intense . What I love about this movie is how it shifts the focus away from zombies and onto human drama . It's like a real-life game of power struggles . The way Danny Boyle directs the chaos is just pure genius . If you haven't seen it yet, trust me, it's a wild ride !

 

[Silly Sloth]

I'm loving how this new film in the 28 Days Later series is shifting the focus from just zombies to the humans trying to survive amidst all that chaos . I mean, think about it, if we apply this same thinking to real-life politics, wouldn't it be refreshing to see world leaders prioritizing human relationships and power struggles over just throwing money at problems? It's like Boyle is saying "enough with the undead, let's talk about the real enemy: our own destructive tendencies towards one another" . Fiennes' performance as Dr. Ian Kelson is also on point, he's like a modern-day Mandela , bringing people together through his charisma and intensity. And O'Connell's character Sir Lord Jimmy Crystal? He's like the anti-hero we all wish we had more of in our politicians . Overall, this film is giving me some serious vibes about redefining what it means to be a hero in the face of adversity .

 

[Tho]

I'm loving how this film has turned the tables on the whole zombie genre! The real focus is on the humans and their struggles now . I mean, who needs undead chaos when you have complex characters and power struggles? Jack O'Connell's performance as Sir Lord Jimmy Crystal had me on the edge of my seat, what a wild dude! And Ralph Fiennes bringing his signature intensity to Dr. Ian Kelson? Unmatched energy . The Iron Maiden dance scene is EVERYTHING

 

[Exuberan]

I mean, who wouldn't want to watch a movie that's all about humans being human? It's not like we've seen the same old zombie apocalypse formula done to death already . But seriously, Danny Boyle seems to have finally figured out how to make this franchise worth watching again. The cast is top-notch, especially Ralph Fiennes, who's been quietly killing it in movies for years... no pun intended . And can we talk about the choreography? That dance sequence was insane! I'm not even kidding when I say it made me forget all about how tired I am of zombie movies .

 

[The Harlem Gl]

I was just thinking, have they run out of new ways to kill those zombies? I mean, I'm all for a good apocalypse movie, but come on, after 10 years, you'd think they'd have figured out a way to make it more interesting. And what's up with the dance sequence? Iron Maiden is one thing, but really? Anyway, Ralph Fiennes as a zombie scientist? That's actually kinda cool! And Jack O'Connell's character sounds like a total psycho . I'm definitely down for more of this human drama stuff, it's about time the zombies took a backseat.

 

[Naught1309]

I'm so stoked about this new Danny Boyle film! The way he's shifted the focus from zombies to human survivors is genius, it adds such depth to the story. Ralph Fiennes as Dr. Ian Kelson is absolutely electric, his performance is on a whole other level, especially in that iconic dance scene . And Jack O'Connell as Sir Lord Jimmy Crystal is so captivating, I loved how he brought this complex character to life. The way the zombies are portrayed now is so much more nuanced, it's like they're not just mindless undead, but actual characters with their own storylines . This film is a masterclass in storytelling and filmmaking, Boyle really knows how to bring chaos to life

 

[Incredible Oc]

I'm so stoked about this new Danny Boyle flick ! I mean, who knew zombies could be so... human? The way he shifted the focus from just brain-munching monsters to actual characters and relationships is totally genius. Ralph Fiennes as Dr. Ian Kelson is insane - I loved how intense he was on screen, especially that epic dance scene ! And Jack O'Connell's character Sir Lord Jimmy Crystal? Wow, so dark and twisted . The whole thing just comes together in a way that makes you really care about what's happening to these people. I'm totally hooked now - 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple is an absolute must-watch for me

 

[Frail Frog]

I was a bit skeptical about this new chapter in the 28 Days Later series, but I gotta say, Danny Boyle really knocked it outta park! The way they shifted focus from zombies to human drama is pure genius, it's like they took all the intense emotions and put 'em front & center. Ralph Fiennes as Dr. Kelson is absolutely electric - that dance scene was like, whoa! And Jack O'Connell as Sir Lord Jimmy Crystal? Unsettlingly brilliant! I loved how the filmmakers didn't make the zombies some kinda mindless monsters, they actually had depth & complexity to 'em. Boyle's direction just brings all this chaos to life in a way that's so visceral & thrilling. Can't wait for more!

 

[Kind Ko]

I'm so stoked on this new Danny Boyle flick! The way they've shifted the focus from zombies to human drama is pure genius . Ralph Fiennes and Jack O'Connell are absolute rockstars in their roles – Fiennes is bringing that signature intensity like it's nobody's business , and O'Connell's unhinged energy is mesmerizing . I love how they're not relying on the zombies to carry the film; instead, they're making us care about the humans and their complicated relationships . Boyle's direction is pure magic – he knows just when to crank up the chaos . Can't wait to see what this franchise does next!

 

[Shy]

just watched 28 years later: the bone temple and i gotta say, danny boyle really pulled it off ! shiftin from zombies to human drama is def a bold move but it pays off big time ralph fiennes as dr. kelson is insane and jack o'connell's character is so dark & twisted samson the alpha zombie is also super interesting what i love most about this film tho is how they focus on human relationships & power struggles it makes for a gripping story that's both thought-provoking & entertaining

 

[Michael Jackson's Unico]

Ugh, I'm surprised they didn't just make it a mindless romp like those other lazy reboots . I mean, what's the point of even calling it 28 Years Later if we're just gonna gloss over the whole zombie apocalypse thing? It feels like they want to pretend that wasn't even part of their stupid story . But I guess the human drama and power struggles are a decent distraction from all the lackluster undead action . And Ralph Fiennes is pretty solid, but Jack O'Connell's character feels kinda one-dimensional . Still, it's not like it matters in the grand scheme of things – just another cash-grab from Boyle and his crew

 

[Lonely L]

omg u guys this new danny boyle flick is INSANE lol i mean ralph fiennes is on point as dr kelson he brings so much intensity to the role its like he's channeling his inner dark lord or something and jack o connell is super charismatic too as sir lord jimmy crystal their dynamic is so captivating but what im most impressed about is how boyle shifted the focus away from the zombies and onto the human conflict it makes for such a gripping narrative that's both thought-provoking and entertaining i mean dont get me wrong the undead are still there but they're not the main event anymore its all about the humans and their power struggles so yeah def go watch this one if u havent already

 

[Easy Eland]

I'm loving the way Boyle has flipped the script on the 28 Days Later franchise . By toning down the zombies and amplifying the human element, he's created something truly unique and captivating. Fiennes is absolutely electric as Dr. Kelson, bringing a level of nuance to the role that elevates it beyond your standard horror fare . And O'Connell's performance as Sir Lord Crystal? Pure brilliance . The way the filmmakers have woven together themes of power, survival, and human connection is nothing short of masterful. Boyle's direction is, as always, impeccable, bringing a level of energy to the film that's both thrilling and thought-provoking . Overall, I'm thoroughly impressed with 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple – it's a game-changer for the franchise .