Confusing Movie Mix-Up: When Do the Zombies Show Up in Sandra Bullock's "28 Days"?

Aiden Starling

Updated Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

A recent Reddit post has sparked hilarity and confusion among movie enthusiasts. Titled "I bought this VHS at a thrift store but I'm a little confused. When do the zombies show up? I'm like 30 minutes into it," the post features an image of a VHS cover for the movie "28 Days" starring Sandra Bullock.

The poster for "28 Days" showcases Sandra Bullock in a cheerful and light-hearted pose. With a black background, the title is prominently displayed in large white text, with Bullock’s name in bold orange letters. A photograph of Bullock smiling broadly, dressed in a sleeveless red top, adds to the positive vibe of the movie. Acclaimed film critics Roger Ebert and Richard Roeper’s quote, "Two thumbs up," further highlights the film’s appeal.

This mix-up humorously echoes a memorable scene from "The Office." In the show, Pam Beasley recounts a similar incident where she mistook "28 Days" for "28 Days Later," a zombie apocalypse thriller. Jim Halpert humorously questions her confusion, given the stark difference in movie genres.

Reddit users chimed in with their own amusing anecdotes:

- One user commented, "Ha! Opposite happened to me, 'where’s Sandy B?!'"

- Another shared, "True story. I got high and put on Godzilla, but I forgot to hit play so I watched like an hour of the Nagano Olympics opening ceremony before I realized something was off."

- A fan of actor Alan Tudyk remarked, "Alan Tudyk is a treasure in everything he does!"

The post also sparked a wave of nostalgia for those who remember renting movies from Blockbuster, where the lack of pictures on VHS boxes often led to such mix-ups. As one comment pointed out, "Because I got it at Blockbuster and they don't put the pictures on the box."

For those eagerly waiting for zombies to appear in Sandra Bullock's "28 Days," it's important to note that this film is a comedy-drama about addiction recovery, not a horror movie. The confusion arises from its title, which is easily mistaken for "28 Days Later," a film famous for its terrifying zombie sequences.

Whether you’re a fan of Sandra Bullock’s heartfelt performances or seeking the thrill of a zombie apocalypse, make sure to double-check the movie title to avoid any zany mix-ups! This Reddit post is a perfect reminder of the quirky and unexpected joys of thrift store finds and the timeless humor of mistaken ident***** in cinema.

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Top Comments from Reddit

Sobeshott

Later

ZigZagZedZod

Ha! "The Office" had a great scene about this mixup: > Pam: So ok. I'm watching the movie, by myself... > > Jim: Right. > > Pam: Because I just wanted a relaxing evening at home... > > Jim: Ok. > > Pam: And, I'm freaking out. > > Jim: Yeah. > > Pam: That movie is so scary! > > Jim: I know! > > Pam: But I'm holding on because I keep waiting for Sandra Bullock to show up. > > Jim: No way. How do you confuse 28 Days with 28 Days Later? > > Pam: Because I got it at Blockbuster and they don't put the pictures on the box. > > Jim: No, you're making this up! > > Pam: Would I make that up? > > Jim: Yes. Fancy New Beesley would make that up. New apartment, new stories.

Rygel17

"Guys! Look at my package!" Best part of the movie.

Perfect_Zone_4919

True story. I got high and put on Godzilla, but I forgot to hit play so I watched like an hour of the Nagano Olympics opening ceremony before I realized something was off. 

EyesWideCherryPie

Ha! Opposite happened to me, “where’s Sandy B?!”

msfoote

Alan Tudyk is a treasure in everything he does!

Equib81960

They show up 28 days after you finish it unless you make a copy and send it to someone.

apjak

It has beloved character actress and fugitive from the law: Margo Martindale.

Hbella456

Pam Beasley is that you?

Bovey

This is the prequel.

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