Why Danny Boyle shot ‘28 Years Later’ on iPhones

Renowned director Danny Boyle, known for his iconic film "28 Days Later," has taken a bold step in the production of its long-awaited sequel, "28 Years Later." While the original was shot using Canon digital cameras, Boyle has now opted for a surprising choice: the iPhone. In a conversation with Wired, Boyle explained how he and his team utilized a rig capable of holding 20 iPhone Pro Max cameras. This innovative setup allowed them to achieve what he described as a "poor man’s bullet time," enabling the capture of intense action sequences from multiple perspectives. Even outside of this rig, the iPhone served as the film's primary camera. Boyle, who previously directed a biopic of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, made adjustments to the iPhone settings—disabling automatic focus and adding specialized accessories—to enhance filming. He emphasized the advantages of using iPhones, stating that the lightweight technology allowed the crew to operate without cumbersome equipment. This flexibility facilitated their access to untouched rural locations, preserving the film's haunting atmosphere devoid of modern human influence.