(released internationally as 28 Days Later ) is a landmark 2002 post-apocalyptic horror film directed by Danny Boyle and written by Alex Garland. It is widely credited with reinventing the zombie genre by introducing "fast" infected individuals driven by a "Rage Virus". Key Content & Plot
: Unlike the slow-moving undead of earlier films, the "infected" in Exterminio are living humans who move with terrifying speed and aggression, a concept that heavily influenced later films like World War Z and Train to Busan . Legacy and Sequels Exterminio 1
: The story begins after animal rights activists release a chimpanzee infected with a highly contagious, rage-inducing virus. (released internationally as 28 Days Later ) is
: The film is famous for its gritty, "guerrilla" filmmaking style. It was shot primarily on lightweight digital cameras (Canon XL-1), which allowed the crew to quickly capture haunting, empty shots of London landmarks before traffic resumed each morning. Legacy and Sequels : The story begins after
: Jim joins a small group of survivors, including Selena (Naomie Harris) and Frank (Brendan Gleeson), as they attempt to find sanctuary in a world where the primary threat is not just the virus, but the breakdown of human morality. Impact on Cinema
: A new trilogy starting with 28 Years Later , featuring returning director Danny Boyle and actor Cillian Murphy. The new entries, including The Bone Temple , explore the long-term evolution of the virus and the isolated state of the UK decades after the initial outbreak. Where to Watch