This Unforgettable ‘28 Years Later’ Scene Continues the Zombie Horror Franchise's Greatest Strength

Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for 28 Years Later.Even those who haven’t seen 28 Days Later have likely seen the bleak imagery of Cillian Murphywandering around the desolate streets of London. It immediately set the tone of the movie; it was going to be a miserable and hopeless take on the apocalypse, devoid of glossy set pieces and focusing on the emotional impact on humanity. It is often cited as one of the most memorable openings to any movie due to its starkness. It felt impossible that the sequel would ever live up to the high bar set, but 28 Weeks Later presented a heartbreaking first scene in a totally different way, as Robert Carlyle chooses to leave his wife behind to save himself.