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‘28 Years Later’ Trailer Showcases iPhone 15 Pro Max’s Cinematic Power

Highlights

The trailer for “28 Years Later,” shot entirely on the iPhone 15 Pro Max, was released.
The film is directed by Danny Boyle and stars Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ralph Fiennes, and potentially Cillian Murphy.
The movie is set for a wide theatrical release on June 20, 2025.

28 Years Later is the long-gestating sequel to the 2002 hit 28 Days Later. (Image credit – 9toMac)

Apple’s iconic “Shot on iPhone” campaign was never a joke. If you follow the hashtag online, you will know the slogan has been reaching new heights with iPhone users taking the leap with the most ambitious shooting projects.

The Cupertino giant earlier this year unveiled ¡Suerte!, a short film shot entirely on the iPhone 15 Pro Max.

It also released a behind-the-scenes companion video showing how the most innovative camera features were utilised in making the short film.

Now, the first trailer for 28 Years Later, the highly anticipated sequel to 2002’s 28 Days Later has dropped and the exciting part is, the entire movie was filmed using an iPhone 15 Pro Max.

Check out the trailer –

Major Sequel Of ‘28 Years Later’ Shot on iPhone

Directed by Academy Award-winner Danny Boyle, 28 Years Later is set for a wide theatrical release on June 20, 2025.

The movie features an A-list cast including Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ralph Fiennes and potentially Cillian Murphy.

Interestingly, Boyle opted to use the iPhone 15 Pro Max rather than newer models to shoot the entire film.

9to5Mac, in its report, pointed out that for a zombie thriller where gritty and dynamic visuals are key, the iPhone 15 Pro Max proved to be a perfect fit.

The making video of ¡Suerte! demonstrate how filmmakers can leverage the iPhone 15 Pro Max’s advanced features to achieve professional-level results. Some of the tools include –

Action Mode: Ensured stable shots during fast-paced scenes.
Cinematic Mode: Delivered dramatic, professional focus transitions.
5x Optical Zoom: Captured distant objects with remarkable clarity.
Low-Light Performance: Created atmospheric nighttime visuals.

Check out the short film ¡Suerte!, released by Apple as a part of the Shot on iPhone campaign.

Also, catch The making of “¡Suerte!” to know how the action is captured.

FAQS

Q1. What is significant about the trailer for ’28 Years Later’?

Answer. The trailer for “28 Years Later” is significant because the entire movie was filmed using an iPhone 15 Pro Max, showcasing its cinematic capabilities.

Q2. What features of the iPhone 15 Pro Max were used to shoot ’28 Years Later’?

Answer. Features used include Action Mode for stable shots, Cinematic Mode for professional focus transitions, 5x Optical Zoom for clarity, and Low-Light Performance for atmospheric visuals.

Q3. When is ’28 Years Later’ set to be released and who are the key cast members?

Answer. “28 Years Later” is set for a wide theatrical release on June 20, 2025. The movie stars Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ralph Fiennes and potentially Cillian Murphy.