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This article contains major spoilersfor “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple.”
In simple terms, “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple” completely alters our perception of this series. Starting with director Danny Boyle’s zombie film “28 Days Later” in 2002, the world has been dealing with those infected by the so-called Rage Virus. The newest film, directed byNia DaCosta, known for “The Marvels” and “Candyman”, presents a fresh perspective on the virus via the alpha zombie named Samson (Chi Lewis-Parry). We can only wish that he hasn’t been seen for the final time.
“The Temple of Bones” begins right after the events have transpiredof the wild conclusion of last year’s “28 Years Later.”We are handling two distinct narratives that ultimately come together. One follows Dr. Kelson (Ralph Fiennes) as he uncovers a startling revelation regarding the Rage Virus. The other centers on Spike (Alfie Williams) and his emerging partnership with Jimmy Crystal (Jack O’Connell) and his group, which swiftly turns into a brutal ordeal.
Kelson ends up forming a distinct bond with Samson, as they start sharing morphine and embarking on, in a way that’s hard to describe, drug-induced journeys together. As a result, we discover that Kelson has been working on a theory regarding the treatment of the Rage Virus. Through him,”The Temple of Bones” provides our most comprehensive insight into the Rage Virus so far..
By the conclusion of the film, after Kelson administers a mixture of drugs to Samson, he is genuinely cured of his symptoms, which he has suffered from since being caught in the initial outbreak as a child. Kelson’s efforts were successful. However, Kelson is fatally injured during the chaotic climax when he confronts Jimmy Crystal. This leaves us with many unanswered questions about what will happen next.
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We still have many questions regarding Samson.
Although Kelson met a tragic end, by the conclusion of the film, Samson appears to have fully restored his humanity. We witness glimpses of his past life prior to the zombie outbreak through strange flashbacks on the train, yet we remain largely unaware of who Samson truly was. More crucially, we are uncertain about what will happen to Samson following the treatment.
The very end of “The Bone Temple” ultimately returns Cillian Murphy’s Jim to the “28” universe, with Spike and Jimmy Ink (Erin Kellyman) heading to his residence for protection. It is evident that Jim and his daughter will play a significant role in the upcoming third film of the “28 Years Later” series. The question remains, will Danny Boyle and writer Alex Garland integrate this storyline with Kelson’s events at the Bone Temple, and with Samson, or will they consider that portion of the narrative complete?
Honestly, it doesn’t seem as though Samson’s narrative has reached its conclusion. It appears there is still much to discover about him, not only for the audience but also for other characters within the world. Will he continue to be more human than a zombie without additional intervention? Could he assist Jim, Spike, or another individual in achieving what Kelson accomplished? Or has he become the sole evidence of what is feasible? There are simply too many unresolved questions to completely abandon this character.
Samson might hold the secret to a positive conclusion in the 28 Years Later universe.
The first “28 Years Later” movie showed that the UK is cut off from the rest of the world., with almost no external interaction. If Samson is genuinely treated and this treatment can be duplicated, could it lead to a positive resolution? Without Samson, it’s hard to envision a genuine happy ending.
Then again, perhaps reaching a happy conclusion isn’t the goal. After all, these are desolate, post-apocalyptic films. Even if Samson comes back and reconnects with Jim, Spike, or someone else, there would still be a great deal to resolve. Kelson maintained thorough records, but would those notes be sufficient to recreate what was done for Samson? Additionally, was Samson an exceptional case? Would this process only function on an alpha? Or could it also apply to the typical infected? This doesn’t even begin to addressthe uninfected zombie infant that Samson apparently fathered. We didn’t spot the baby in “The Bone Temple” and that’s a thread that seems worth exploring further.
All these questions highlight the significance of not completely disregarding Samson’s narrative. Although there will be considerable enthusiasm and attention on Cillian Murphy’s return in the third film, it would be even more satisfying if the directors manage to connect everything cohesively. Samson appears to be a crucial part of the puzzle in achieving that.
“28 Years Later: The Bone Temple” is currently showing in cinemas.
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