Wesley Snipes‘ role as Blade has always been loved by the fans. The actor’s brief but impactful cameo in ‘Deadpool and Wolverine’ served as a reminder of his iconic portrayal of the half-vampire hunter.
Now, a pitch from ‘X-Men ’97’ creator Beau De Mayo has further fueled speculation about a potential fourth installment in the franchise. Additionally, while the MCU is currently focused on its Mahershala Ali-led ‘Blade’ reboot, the overwhelming enthusiasm for a Wesley Snipes return suggests a strong appetite for a different approach to the character.
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Beau DeMayo Wants Wesley Snipes’ Blade To Team Up With Brother Voodoo
DeMayo shared his vision in an X post. He shared ideas about a vampire dystopia where humans are reduced to livestock sounds scary but intriguing. It’s a stark departure from the trilogy that made ‘Blade.’ Moreover, it evokes a sense of despair and desperation like no other. Additionally, DeMayo’s vision includes Brother Voodoo.
Voodoo is a powerful character from Marvel’s mystical realm. He adds another intriguing supernatural element to the story. His vision suggests Blade and Voodoo teaming up to hint at other vampires together. Moreover, a Kurosawa-inspired aesthetic would be a bold and unexpected choice for a ‘Blade’ film.
The legendary Japanese filmmaker’s work is characterized by its epic scale, moral complexity, and visual poetry. Applying these elements to a vampire hunter story could result in a truly unforgettable experience. Additionally, a ‘Logan’ style send-off for the original Blade could provide a satisfying conclusion to Snipes’ iconic role, in addition to that it would also offer a unique and compelling vision of the vampire mythos.
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Beau DeMayo’s Blade Pitch Is A Combination Of Everything Fans Want From A Mature Marvel Film
De Mayo’s vision of a vampire-dominated world, coupled with the resurrection of Blade by Brother Voodoo, is a thrilling concept. This pitch aligns perfectly with the growing demand for darker, more mature content within the MCU. ‘Deadpool And Wolverine‘ getting big numbers despite an R-rating serves as a reminder of it. Moreover, by embracing a dystopian setting and a Kurosawa-inspired aesthetic, DeMayo offers a unique and compelling take on the vampire hunter mythos.
Additionally, the battle for the future of the ‘Blade‘ franchise is heating up. On one side is the MCU’s ambitious reboot, promising a fresh take on the character. On the other is the prospect of a gritty, standalone film starring the original Blade, Wesley Snipes.
Moreover, both options hold significant appeal, but DeMayo’s pitch for a dystopian vampire world offers a particularly exciting prospect. Ultimately, the decision of whether to pursue a fourth ‘Blade’ film with Wesley Snipes rests with Marvel Studios. However, the overwhelming fan support for this idea suggests that there is a strong market for it.
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