28 Years Later begins with a gripping and atmospheric first half—rich in suspense, emotional weight, and meaningful storytelling. Unfortunately, the second half feels like a dramatic drop in quality, as if the filmmakers ran out of budget and narrative direction. It veers into an unfocused and unrealistic subplot that clashes with the film’s strong opening. The ending completely misses the mark. While still watchable, it’s a disappointing follow-up that falls short of its early promise.