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Anthony Dod Mantle discusses filmmaking challenges in 28 Years Later
Cinematographer Anthony Dod Mantle shares insights on shooting the film's chase scene.
Anthony Dod Mantle discusses the unique challenges and creative solutions faced while shooting 28 Years Later.
Cinematographer Anthony Dod Mantle shares insights from 28 Years Later
Cinematographer Anthony Dod Mantle reveals the complexities of filming chase scenes in the new movie 28 Years Later. Set primarily on a causeway, the film pits characters Jamie and Spike against a terrifying evolved infected known as The Alpha. Filming took place in an ex-COVID vaccination center near Newcastle, allowing the team to create a controlled water environment. This shift provided greater safety for young actor Alfie Williams, who plays Spike. Mantle utilized various camera setups and effects to capture the dynamic chase sequence and emphasized the film's haunting atmosphere, blending fear with beauty.
Key Takeaways
"We ended up in an ex-COVID vaccination center just outside of Newcastle."
Dod Mantle explains the location choice that allowed for safer filming.
"It's an oddly sublime, melancholic, beautiful and yet terrifying scene."
Dod Mantle describes the atmosphere of the chase scene in the film.
The creative decision to film in controlled environments highlights the ongoing challenges in filmmaking, particularly in the age of strict health guidelines. Anthony Dod Mantle’s approach showcases both technical innovation and artistic vision, creating visually impactful scenes while prioritizing actor safety. This blend of horror and artistry illustrates how filmmakers are adapting to new realities in production, reflecting larger industry concerns about resources and safety protocols in post-pandemic cinema.
Highlights
- We built this whole set, which was 450 feet long with the gate in the middle.
- The chase scene was blissful, a mix of terrifying and beautiful imagery.
- The Slow-Lows are deceptive, they appear harmless but are innately dangerous.
- Danny tapped into something precise about survival, using only bows and arrows.
Filming Location Raises Safety Concerns
The choice of a vaccination center illustrates ongoing challenges in ensuring actor safety during shoots, particularly for younger cast members.
Insights from Mantle reveal how artistry and safety coexist in modern filmmaking.
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