In the climax of the film, the survivors of the outbreak in London face a catastrophic turn of events as the virus resurfaces and threatens to spread beyond containment.
Throughout the movie, the plot follows a group of people who have managed to survive the initial outbreak of the “rage virus” that turned most of the population into aggressive, flesh-eating zombies. As they seek refuge in a heavily fortified area known as District One, tensions rise and secrets are revealed, leading to chaos and betrayal.
In the final moments of the film, the virus is inadvertently released into District One when Don, one of the survivors, comes into contact with his wife Alice, who is an asymptomatic carrier of the virus. Despite efforts to contain the outbreak, chaos erupts as the infected rampage through the compound, turning the safe haven into a bloodbath.
As the survivors fight for their lives, Don’s children, Andy and Tammy, manage to escape the carnage and make their way to safety outside the quarantine zone. However, their relief is short-lived when they realize that Andy, who possesses a genetic immunity to the virus, could hold the key to finding a cure.
In a desperate bid to save Andy and harness his immunity, Major Scarlet, a military officer, orders a missile strike on District One, intending to wipe out the infected and contain the outbreak. As the missiles rain down on London, Andy and Tammy are separated, leaving their fate uncertain.
The film ends with a sense of ambiguity and despair, as the survivors grapple with the devastating consequences of the outbreak and the grim reality of their situation. Despite their efforts to contain the virus, it becomes clear that humanity is facing an uphill battle against a relentless and unforgiving enemy.
Through its bleak and harrowing ending, “28 Weeks Later” underscores the fragility of civilization and the inherent dangers of unchecked scientific experimentation. As the credits roll, viewers are left to ponder the implications of the film’s haunting conclusion and the fate of humanity in the face of an uncertain future.