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Blade
1998 121 min United States of America R 16+
★6.7
Horror, Action
Director: Stephen Norrington
🎭 Based on
«Blade»
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Description
The Daywalker known as "Blade" - a half-vampire, half-mortal man - becomes the protector of humanity against an underground army of vampires.
Budget:
$45M
US Gross:
$70.09M
Worldwide:
$131.18M
Starring
Wesley Snipes
Actor
Stephen Dorff
Actor
Kris Kristofferson
Actor
Awards
MTV Movie & TV Awards 1999
— Best Villain
MTV Movie & TV Awards 1999
— Best Fight
Saturn Awards 1999
— Best Horror Film
Saturn Awards 1999
— Best Makeup and Hairstyling
Key opinion
Blade is widely recognized as a foundational, stylish action film that helped bridge the gap between comic books and serious cinema. While the plot and dialogue are frequently criticized as simplistic or nonsensical, the film remains a beloved cult classic due to its visceral energy and iconic lead performance.
| Acting | Wesley Snipes delivers a charismatic and physically commanding performance that perfectly embodies the titular character. | |
| Production | The film features a distinct, gritty, and stylish visual identity that effectively defines its urban vampire world. | |
| Direction | The action sequences provide high-octane spectacle and visceral thrills that remain the film's core appeal. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is viewed as a weak, predictable, or logically inconsistent framework that exists primarily to facilitate action. | |
| Production | The special effects create a mixed impression; the unique and creative 'vampire death' visual is widely praised, while the late-90s CGI and blood effects are frequently labeled as dated or distracting. |