Episode 4: Blade II
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“Oh I get it. I see now. You’ve been training for two years to take me out. And now here I am. Oooh it’s exciting. Okay, here’s your chance.”
-Blade II (2002)
They call him The Daywalker! That’s right, for this week’s episode of Del Toro Discourse, we’ll be discussing the filmmaker’s first superhero film, Blade II (2002). Listen to us briefly discuss the OG Marvel superhero and his debut film, how every superhero sequel should have a “forget what you know” opening recap, the return of Del Toro MVP Ron Perlman, Kris Kristofferson’s glorious hair, and of course: the one, the only, the iconic Wesley Snipes. Hope you enjoy!
Episode Extras:
Official Blade entry from Marvel.com - if you wanted to know more about the comic book character
“Wesley Snipes’ Blade Breaks Two Guinness World Records” - Hollywood Reporter Article w/ SPOILERS for Deadpool & Wolverine
Abbott Elementary: Ava Coleman as Blade - a significant pop culture moment
Production Shownotes:
Produced, hosted, and edited by Vicky K. & Camden S.
Intro & Outro music composed and performed by Camden S.
Original banner & album artwork designed by Nick B-S
Episode 4 Del Toro Discourse banner designed by Vicky K. & Camden S.