Blade (1998)

Parental Rating: R (Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian)

➱ STORYLINE:

"Blade" is an action-packed superhero film featuring Wesley Snipes as Eric Brooks, the iconic half-vampire "daywalker" who hunts vampires. The film revolves around Blade's conflict with Deacon Frost, an influential vampire who seeks to awaken the blood god La Magra, using Blade's blood as a key component. Blade, with his exceptional martial arts skills and specialized weaponry, must prevent Frost's sinister plan and save humanity.

➱ STAFF REVIEW:

Blade, directed by Stephen Norrington and written by David S. Goyer, revitalized the superhero genre with its unique blend of horror and action. Wesley Snipes' portrayal of Blade is both intense and charismatic, defining the character for a generation. The film's dark atmosphere, combined with high-octane fight sequences, makes it a standout in the comic book adaptation landscape.

➱ CREDITS:

Director: Stephen Norrington

Writer: David S. Goyer

Based on: Characters created by Marv Wolfman and Gene Colan (from the Marvel Comics)

Starring: Wesley Snipes as Blade, Stephen Dorff as Deacon Frost, Kris Kristofferson as Abraham Whistler, N'Bushe Wright as Dr. Karen Jenson, Donal Logue as Quinn

Produced by: Peter Frankfurt, Wesley Snipes, and Robert Engelman

Cinematography: Theo van de Sande

Edited by: Paul Rubell

Music by: Mark Isham

Distributed by: New Line Cinema

Release date: August 21, 1998 (USA)

Run Time: 2 hr 0 min

Country: United States

Languages: English

Budget: Approximately $45 million

Box office: Approximately $131.2 million worldwide

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