Alfie Williams talks about 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple and more!
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Alfie Williams describes the crazy experience of shooting the 28 Years Later trilogy in sequence.
The episode begins with host Peter Roumeliotis welcoming actor Alfie Williams to Popternative. Alfie describes the crazy experience of shooting the 28 Years Later trilogy in sequence and his excitement for the upcoming sequel. He talks about working with co-stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ralph Fiennes, and Jack O'Connell, noting Aaron's energy and Ralph's kindness. Alfie mentions watching the original 28 Years Later film to prepare for his role. He discusses the film's blend of horror, thriller, and coming-of-age elements, crediting writer Alex Garland. Alfie shares the global reception of the first film, including gaining 15,000 Instagram followers in two days. He reflects on the surreal shift from being a normal kid to an actor in a major film series. The conversation shifts to music, with Alfie revealing he started listening to rock and metal around age 12. He explains how his sister introduced him to System of a Down, which grew on him over time. Alfie mentions liking Slipknot and compares the adrenaline rush of horror movies to heavy metal music. He shares that Aaron Taylor-Johnson bought him his first guitar as a gift, and he has been playing for two years. The episode ends with Alfie expressing excitement for fans to see The Bone Temple and the psychopathic Jimmy gang.
