The Revival Of The 28 Days Later Franchise Redefines Cinematic Technology Danny Boyle is once again redefining the rules of cinema with his upcoming revival of the 28 Days Later franchise, titled 28 Years Later. In a bold and innovative move, the entire $75 million-budget film was shot using modified iPhone 15s, making it the largest production to date filmed primarily on smartphones. This decision to use iPhones recalls Boyle’s penchant for experimenting with emerging technology, much like his original 2002 28 Days Later, which was partly shot with a Canon XL-1 MiniDV camcorder, a $4,000 prosumer camera at the time. In a recent WIRED feature, it was revealed that Boyle and his frequent collaborator, cinematographer Anthony Dod Mantle, shot the movie this past summer using “a bunch of adapted iPhone 15s.” Mantle, known for his work on Slumdog Millionaire and T2 Trainspotting, brings his expertise in blending raw, gritty cinematography with groundbreaking technology to this projec...
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