Ask anything you want to know, or answer other peoples questions. This is a sword based on the one used by denzel washington in the movie the book of eli. Hes just so great at playing intelligent, strong, capable. This hero sword is made of very hard rubber and has light brown leather robe tied at the middle bottom of the blade and dark brown leather around the handle. Denzel washington is a man on a mission in the book of eli. Eli is headed west, but on the way, he passes devastation and squalor, and occasionally he must mete out some devastation of his own with a sharp blade.
A thickspined chopper of a blade, it is crafted from 5160 high carbon steel and differentially tempered to optimize the blade. Early on in the book of eli, which hits theaters january 15th, denzel washingtons character, eli, is seen to be listening to an al green track on his ipod. He heard a voice in his head to carry the worlds last bible west, and. It is an awesome replica of the machete that denzel washington carries around, complete with 5 holes in the blade. Maybe i am just stupid but i thought that the twist in book of eli was really great.
He is played by actor denzel washington, who also portrayed lincoln rhyme, john creasy and robert mccall. In the bible, the high priest eli was blind, and some might say that there are several scenes which may indicate that in the. Eli has to feel the feet to see if there are boots on the skeleton. The lovely bones, in its first week of wide release, finished. Washington sat down with early show coanchor harry smith to talk about his latest role as eli in an american postapocalyptic thriller. New denzel washington the book of eli quality movie. Eli is the main protagonist in the 2010 dystopian postapocalyptic thrillerdrama film the book of eli. I am a massive fan of denzel washington and this film isnt like his normal roles with it being set in a post apocalyptic land with denzel making his way across a desolate wasteland protecting the book of eli.
Unfortunately, the evil carnegie also wants to get his hands on elis book. It had awesome action scenes, thrill, humor, well thought out script, great story, outstanding performances by denzel and gary. The book of eli straight from the set of the action adventure, the book of eli, this is eli s denzel washington silver with five circular holes in the middle of the blade, sword. Stars of eli denzel washington the book of eli star denzel washington spoke with cbr news about his new film, developing the character of eli, some of the movies deeper themes, learning how to fight with a sword and more. Elis denzel washington complete costume worn in the hughes brothers post apocalyptic drama, the book of eli. Denzel washingtons latest role in the book of eli has him playing a wanderer in a nuclear warravaged america who leans on his bible for guidance, and. Opening wide in theaters on january 15, 2010, the book of eli stars denzel washington, gary oldman, mila kunis, ray stevenson, jennifer beals and is rated r for some brutal violence and language. So when you bug out, or stay home, decide what things are most important outside of the essentials required to live and sustain survival. Thirty years after a nuclear apocalypse, eli travels on foot toward the west coast of the former united states. Unlike the peaceful messengers of the new testament, eli wealds all kinds of weapons with schwartzenegger like prowess and the power of an old testament prophet. The book of eli sword denzel washington heavenly swords.
Feel the power in your hands with this massive the book of eli machete. There are no available products under this category. The question comes up because of the book of eli, the postapocalyptic dusttreader that opens in theaters today. Denzel washington has stepped it up for his role in the book of eli. Hes on a divinelyinspired quest yes, a literal mission from god to take the book to the west as a swarm of wrongdoers led by gary oldman try to stop him. After numerous requests for a larger size, we are proud to say this machete welded by denzel washington himself is 26 inch long and features a satin finish, extremely sharp, 18 inch blade. In the movie the book of eli, was the character played by. If you see in the movie, my head is bopping to a different beat than the music because we were actually playing a song from. Eli does not notice the car with the skeleton until he hears the sound of rattling metal. Jul 05, 2019 it didnt really leave itself open to a sequel. Denzel washington becomes a martialarts master in the.
Most likely, redridge is giving solara a chance to escape carnegies regime. The oscarwinning actor trained hard for six months to drop 50 pounds, learn martial arts and how to realistically handle many. Knife id needed denzel washington in book of eli discussion in. Thirty years after war turned the world into a wasteland, a lone warrior named eli denzel washington marches across the ruined landscape, carrying hope for humanitys redemption.
Dec 07, 2018 thirty years after war turned the world into a wasteland, a lone warrior named eli denzel washington marches across the ruined landscape, carrying hope for humanitys redemption. Its made of sae5160 carbon steel, satin finish, blade 17 inches long cutting edge, 26 inches overall, full tang. A postapocalyptic tale, in which a lone man fights his way across america in order to protect a sacred book that holds the secrets to saving humankind. The film wouldnt have even starred denzel washington if not for the prodding of one j. View our handmade sword of eli, influenced by the movie book of eli. Up for bid straight from the set of the action adventure, the book of eli, this is eli s denzel washington silver with 5 holes, close to original used in movie, same style leather sheaths. But this weekend, james camerons titanic bluehued blockbuster had a bit just a bit of competition from denzel washingtons the book of eli, which slid into the no. Eli bumps the car door with his bag to gauge exactly where it is. With unflappable cool and surprising gentleness, denzel washington strides a bleak and barren world in the book of eli. The bad guy character in the movie named carnegie classic played by gary oldman was a book collector of sorts who pursued eli until the bitter end. Denzel washington, gary oldman, mila kunis, ray stevenson. Jan 18, 2010 but this weekend, james camerons titanic bluehued blockbuster had a bit just a bit of competition from denzel washingtons the book of eli, which slid into the no. The book of eli is not only a welldone action picture but an overtly, unabashedly christian one in which denzel washington plays a soldier of god. The book of eli straight from the set of the action adventure, the book of eli, this is elis denzel washington silver with five circular holes in the middle of the blade, sword.
The postapocalypse film may be getting old after films like children of men, the road, i am legend, etc. But id like to imagine how different the world of tbol will be, now that the king james version of the bible has been made extant again after somehow being totally wiped off the face of the earth by. This distressed costume can be seen worn by eli throughout the film. With denzel washington, mila kunis, ray stevenson, gary oldman. Denzel washington the book of eli sword large armory replicas. First photos of denzel washington in the book of eli by nicole pedersen may 27, 2009. Denzel washington, full name denzel hayes washington jr. According to imdb faq, yes he was possibly partially blind. The story revolves around eli, a nomad in a postapocalyptic world, who is charged with delivering his copy of a book, the very last remaining.
I cant imagine a movie coming out this year thats gonna top the book of eli for sheer awesomisity. Denzel washington becomes a martialarts master in the book of eli by aero chug on of the things that denzel washington really wants people to know about his action thriller the book of eli is he did all of his martialarts stunts in the movie. At this point, he knows hes dying, but perhaps still wants the best for her. This large and hefty blade is inspired by the machete wielded by denzel washingtons character eli in the book of eli. Straight from the set of the action adventure, the book of eli, this is eli s denzel washington silver with 5 holes, metal sword with a serrated outside and smooth inside. Mila kunis is completely unnecessary and also the catalyst to the films 180 into the toilet. In the film, a lone wanderer travels west across a war ravaged landscape in order to bring a sacred book to safety. Spoilers every clue in the book of eli that explains the. Straight from the set of the action adventure, the book of eli, this is elis denzel washington silver with 5 holes, metal sword with a serrated outside and smooth inside.
Remember, he had a crush on her the whole movie blocking her while she was getting eli s canteen filled, bargaining with carnegie for her before chasing after them, even asking eli nicely to give up the book after the gunfight in. The stark landscape is littered with abandoned cars, crumbling buildings, and bombed highways. Eli is a lone traveler, wandering americas wastelands devastated by nuclear war 30 years prior. Denzel washington interview the book of eli collider. The world in book of eli while barren and hot, is also filled with brutal killers and savages, but there always appears to be a light at the end of the tunnel. New denzel washington the book of eli quality movie machete sword free shippingyou are purchasing a new.
What kind of sword does eli have in the book of eli answers. Denzel washington is denzel washington, you can take that however you like. In a previous teaser poster, eli was portrayed with a samurai sword. That and a quiet denzel washington wielding a sword sets up the book of eli, yet another postapocalyptic thriller set in the future or lack thereof. Denzel washington may hold over a million oscars and over a 100 prima functions. The story revolves around eli, a nomad in a postapocalyptic world, who is told by a voice to deliver his copy of a mysterious book to a safe location on the west coast of. Washington plays a survivor who must fend off gangs and a brutal tyrant in this desolate wasteland. Denzel washington the book of eli 19 inch functional 440 steel sword machete new. Mar 03, 2017 i thought he was blind when i saw the movie. Everybody loves denzel washington, including me, but im not 100% sure why. The book of eli direct from the set of the adventure thriller, the book of eli, this is elis denzel washington screen used prop, silver rubber with brown leather. Is denzel washington blind in the book of eli answers. This was possibly a prototype or used for training. Thebook of eli cant have a sequel actress mila kunis speaks about her forthcoming gary oldman, denzel washington starrer.
The handle is tied light brown rubber robe with foam padding for cushion. In the book he loots it out of a crazy prices shop in a deserted mall. See more ideas about the book of eli, denzel washington and movies. Why was there never a sequel to the movie the book of eli. Was good at chewing it up in training day when he did get the oscar. The book of eli a postapocalyptic tale, in which a lone man fights his way across america in order to protect a sacred book that holds the secrets to saving humankind.
Eli raamat is an estonian equivalent to the title of the movie the book of eli. He is an awardwinning actor, director and filmmaker who has received three golden globes, two academy awards, and a tony award for his work. Its got action and excitement along the way and a few surprises which makes for a real good film. He also didnt memorise the bit in the bible thats says thou shalt not kill. Included in this set are elis beanie cap, sunglasses, shawl, jacket, sweater, tshirt, pants, belt. In a postapocalyptic world, eli denzel washington walks west, carrying with him a book that can save the world. However, washington admitted to listening to a different song when filming the scene. View close up pictures at all angles, prices, and detailed descriptions. Eli uses his sword to survive and fight his way through, to deliver his copy of this mysterious book to a safe location. In a postapocalyptic world hostile threats will lurk around every corner. Oldman will play the films villain, a despot of a small and pathetic town, whos determined to get a hold of elis book, a book that may save mankind. Denzel washington becomes a martialarts master in the book. Denzel washington wields sword and bible in the book of eli.
The book of eli denzel washington 1095 high carbon steel movie props. The book of eli machete damascus steel movie sword full tang. Elis denzel washington complete costume prop store. The book of eli denzel washington metal sword movie props. One of our very own knifemakers on the forum makes a nice looking version of the eli movie sword.
I did not see it coming and that is why i was similarly surprised to learn that there would be a. A clever script and a compelling visual strategy make the. Ask anything you want to know, or answer other people. The book of elidenzel washington1095 carbon steel sword. In the book of eli, washington plays a prophet, who is. Why not defend yourself with a 19 inch stainless steel. Eli was blind, if you didnt understand at the end of the movie, there may have been some parts that didnt make that clear. The story revolves around eli, a nomad in a postapocalyptic world, who is told by a voice to deliver his copy of a mysterious book to a safe location on the west. I wonder if thou shalt not steal covers the 2 hours of my life that went missing whilst watching that guff. The book of eli is a 2010 american postapocalyptic neowestern action film directed by the hughes brothers, written by gary whitta, and starring denzel washington, gary oldman, mila kunis, ray stevenson, and jennifer beals. So denzel washington goes up to this dude and the dude like touches him and denzel is all like yo, you put your hand on me again and ill chop it off with a machete but then the dude does it again and so denzel totally chops his hand off with a machete. Jan 11, 2010 denzel washingtons latest role in the book of eli has him playing a wanderer in a nuclear warravaged america who leans on his bible for guidance, and the actor says if he was in that situation. Eli wears dark sunglasses, as blind people often do.
Unlike the road, the book of eli does not linger on the bleak, morose and desolate dying earth. But the weird part for someone as popular as him is that hes not so big on playing likable heroes. Six months ago or so, collider enjoyed the rare opportunity to visit the set of the book of eli, allen and albert hughes postapocalyptic thriller about a laconic hero denzel washington who. This sword is a beautiful replica from the movie book of eli. Book of eli 2 2021 rumors, plot, cast, and release date. First photos of denzel washington in the book of eli. Buy denzel washington the book of eli sword large online at. In the 2010 movie the book of eli denzel plays a powerful prophet, an elijah type character who is the keeper of the most sought after book on a post apocalyptic earth, the bible.