Spike’s Dark Turn in ‘The Bone Temple’ Surprises Fans
Alfie Williams reveals a striking shift in Spike’s character in the much-anticipated sequel ‘28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’. Discover what’s changed and why audiences are talking.
There’s a certain anticipation in the air as the latest chapter in the 28 Years Later saga, 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, prepares to make its mark. This time, viewers are set to encounter a version of Spike that’s not quite as they remember. Alfie Williams, who steps back into the role, hints at a character who’s lost some of the progress made previously, describing Spike as having “regressed” since his last appearance.
When we last saw Spike, he’d found himself in the company of Sir Jimmy Crystal and his rather lethal troupe. The previous film’s conclusion left things on a knife-edge, and it seems the aftermath has left its mark. Williams’ portrayal now leans into a more troubled, perhaps even fractured, side of the character, suggesting that the events he’s endured have taken a toll.
With Nia DaCosta at the helm for this instalment, the direction has shifted noticeably. Danny Boyle, who directed the original, is set to return for the trilogy’s final act, but for now, DaCosta’s vision brings a different energy. Early reactions have already started to filter through, and the consensus is that this sequel is anything but predictable.
Some have gone so far as to call The Bone Temple “brutally audacious,” while others note its willingness to veer into stranger territory than its predecessor. The film’s tone, it seems, is dividing opinion, with some embracing the boldness and others left a bit nonplussed by the direction. What’s clear is that this isn’t a retread of familiar ground; the creative team have taken risks, and the result is a film that’s likely to spark conversation long after the credits roll.
As for Spike, his journey is far from straightforward. The character’s regression isn’t simply a plot device; it’s woven into the fabric of the story, challenging both the actor and the audience to reconsider what they thought they knew. Williams’ performance, by all accounts, brings a rawness that’s hard to ignore, and it’s this unpredictability that may well define the film’s legacy.