Rating: Summary: More disturbing than scary Review: ...not that I didn't spend a lot of time watching it behind the sofa; the "infected" were plenty scary. But the best bits were not the standard zombie-in-the-shadows moments; instead, the beginning with Jim wondering around a deserted London is horribly eerie, with the evacuation signs and newspapers in the background. This film really captures what the end of civilization would probably be like - instead of the blazing guns and gung-ho attitude of many apocalyptic movies this one is surrounded by regret, loss and numbness. Watching people become infected is deeply disturbing too - the idea of loss of self is more frightening than the actual monsters it produces.There are certainly flaws. The second half had too much of a change of plot which prevents the film flowing well. The characters are mostly well-drawn and the acting good, but I felt the point made at the end about rage being innate in humans was a bit awkward and out of character. There are also plot holes; other reviews have given lists, I'll just add one that puzzles me - why don't the infected attack each other, hence solving the problem? Other than then there wouldn't be a movie... But despite these the film does work on the whole, providing a raw look at just what total devastation might involve. And if you liked this, have a look at "The Day of the Triffids" by John Wyndham for a vaguely similar end of the world type story - particularly the beginning...
Rating: Summary: OUCH. I PAID $23 FOR THIS DVD? Review: I admit it. I bought into the hype. This DVD sucks. Sucks. Sucks. Sucks. Did I say it sucks? I will not watch it again. Well, maybe again in 6 months, or more likely just to cut my loss, I'll sell it to a friend I hate for $10. Plus, the quality of the video sucks. It gets dis-configured and shifts, and is grainy and just sucks. It's like watching low-light movies on cable that has been "digitally compressed" for my viewing pleasure. Not enough? The audio is extremely quiet. I had my stereo and TV up to max volume and still couldn't hear it. WHY DID I BUY THIS?
Rating: Summary: Virus or Zombie? Review: I watch this movie "28 Days Later" with couple friends with intense expectation. Here's my comment: Boring & Suck! The story is boring, not much horror effects. You cann't even seen the zombies clear. You can tell the quality of the film they used is very bad and different from the typical hollywood film which is clear and picture sharp. Very disappointed! Don't waste your money, if you're interested, just get DVD rental.
Rating: Summary: Most Overhyped Film of 2003 Review: As a zombie fan, I was very excited about a supposedly classy zombie film fresh out of the UK. Major letdown--even 'Children Shouldn't Play With Dead Things' had a better script. I would have fallen asleep if I weren't so annoyed with how despicably Romero was ripped off. There are a handful of great zombie movies; there are legions of entertaining zombie B movies; and there are a handful of miserable zombie movies. '28 Days Later' is, sadly, in the final category.
Rating: Summary: Zombies? or Infected? Review: Ok the way the movie was advertised and talked about and reviewed, the virus carriers were "zombies" and i thought this too, but when i bought the DVD i watched the movie then watched it with the commentary, then the featurettes called RAGE....and it got me thinking, the people with the virus were not dead so they couldn't be zombies, i say that they are not dead because they can starve, and they are referred to in the movie as "Infected" and NOT zombies because they just have a virus. In the Featurettes Danny Boyle says that the RAGE virus is supposed to be road rage times 1000000000000 and anger is the only emotion you have left inside you. So the infected do not eat anyone, but more beat them up and scratch them or throw up on them hence making the attackie infected. So now that I understand that this isn't a zombie movie its sill a great horror movie!
Rating: Summary: Awesome Movie - A Must-See-Thriller Review: I loved this movie! It is different from anything that has been done before. All of the characters are a blast to watch. The film is shot an an unusual way which adds to its appeal. I say "good show" Cillian Murphy. Everyone involved with this project should take a bow! You can't go wrong by purchasing this DVD!
Rating: Summary: Incredibly boring and lifeless Review: A terrible, terrible movie. Honestly, the only thing this movie has going for it is the cool cover art. I admit the plot is kinda interesting, but the dull characters, unconvincing zombies (the "Infected") and utter lack of fright factor bury this movie. The only scary part is in the beginning, and it has NOTHING to do with zombies, or the movie. Its a random thing that happens. Overall, the storyline was hard to follow, the characters were dull and uninteresting, and it was basically one of those movies you watch just because you're interested to know how the director/writer decided to end this piece of garbage. Avoid at all costs, unless you're a rabid zombie/horror movie fan, in that case rent it nothing more.
Rating: Summary: Weird feelings about this one. Review: When the movie was over, I felt I had watched a decent movie. I wasn't excited over it or anything, but I wasn't exactly let down either. It started well, got terrifically boring, got exciting again and then sort of let me down at the end, but not to a disappointment level. Hard to understand, eh? Typical or not, this is a zombie movie, regardless if they're living or dead. There are some very dry spells in this movie and, to me, it never really follows any specific story-line. Not to say it doesn't have one, but it seems to have a couple or so throughout the entire show and none of them really reach an end...sort of like the movie itself. It does, however, have some very suspenseful moments which help balance out the not-so-great moments present in about half the movie. This is one of those you rent before buying. Don't take anyone's word on it.
Rating: Summary: A good zombie movie Review: For years I have waited for a good Zombie type movie. Ever since watching the original Romero films, I have wanted more. All of the return of the living dead movies were herendous, and resident evil was not really that good either. This film is worthy of Romero with one exception. There is not enough gore in this movie. Alot of scenes where a lot of gore could exist are cut aways. As a conisuer of violent media, this disappointed me greatly. The Characters are pretty believable. How would you act if the whole world were Zombies. The story itself is not so much a zombie story, but a story of perseverence and trust. This movie speaks on the importance of family unity over self interest. This movie is highly recommended
Rating: Summary: A very good and spoky movie Review: Well when i bought 28 Days Later I was hoping for it to be scaried, by when you think about there is really no scary movie out there. But if you like zomibe movies and movies that just gives you goosebumps then this is a good movie buy. Do not waste money by renting it just buy it, it is well worth your money.
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