Wesley Snipes Returns as Blade: Fans Celebrate
The internet has been buzzing with a wave of nostalgia, with ‘vampiric’ excitement coursing through cyberspace. The unexpected return of Wesley Snipes as the iconic character Blade has stirred this frenzy. As we delved into the depths of the web, we uncovered a rare gem—an old interview shedding light on the early days of the Blade series.
In the dusty archives of Entertainment Weekly, we found a comprehensive interview with key figures from the Blade series. Producer Peter Frankfurt, writer David S. Goyer, Wesley Snipes, and other contributors shared fascinating insights into the creation and evolution of the Blade saga.
For those familiar with Blade, the film’s opening “Blood Rave” scene stands out as a cult classic. To satisfy our curiosity (and yours), we explored the making of this iconic moment.
Behind the Blood Rave
Production Designer Greg EE detailed the scene’s creation, saying, “We searched for a location forever… and ended up in a run-down meatpacking factory… rigging the entire set like a modern-day sprinkler system.” As the blood rain poured down, reactions ranged from Theo Van De Sande’s amused recollection—“you shot two minutes of it, and your sleeve came off”—to Wesley Snipes expressing gratitude to the extras who “sat around in the blood stuff.”
Not all moments on set were easy, though. Some extras, overwhelmed by the sticky, smelly, corn syrup-filled blood, left the set, having had enough of the mess. One even threatened a lawsuit, claiming a skin disease from the blood bath—a claim Theo humorously dismissed. Despite the chaos, the crew rallied to create a scene that forever altered the trajectory of vampire films.
A Bloody Return to Glory
Reflecting on this iconic scene reminds us of the cast’s resilience and commitment, particularly Wesley Snipes, who is returning with his signature blade-wielding swagger. As we look forward to potential cinematic surprises, let’s just say we’re more than thrilled about Blade’s bloody comeback.
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