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. Which fighting style was used in the book of eli movie. 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. Shop unique denzel washington posters on redbubble. Good books with realistic swordfighting i have been lately watching historical sword fighting videos and reading about how fighting really was done with hittingslashing weapons. What was the final quote for denzel in the book of eli. Eli the book of eli vs daredevil mcu battles comic. The best sword fights ive ever read are in the talhoffer society the talhoffer society. Continuing toward the west coast, eli explains his mission. Jan 21, 2014 fight scenes are the single hardest character interaction to write. How to make a safe foam boffer sword with pictures wikihow. In high demand, this is the high carbon stainless steel version of the book of eli machete or sword. The book of eli sword denzel washington large 26 the.
The book of eli soundtrack meant to be shared by owolowa. In the book he loots it out of a crazy prices shop in a deserted mall. The machete in the book of eli is definitely a survival blade, but it has a. But what they all have in common is an inventiveness and originality. Having said that the politics and sword fights in got have interested me and the magic, so far, has been kept to a minimum.
This sword is featured in the hollywood hit movie, the book of eli starring denzel washington. The characters are very well acted, the action is fluid and well choreographed, and the setting seeps into your skin, immersing the viewer in a world devoid of faith but in desperate need of salvation. In the movie the book of eli we discover at the end that the bible eli has been carrying the entire movie is written in braille. Eli the book of eli vs daredevil mcu battles comic vine. Happily, there are a few devices you can use to ensure you write the kind of fight scene that grips a reader from start to finish. Book of eli sword at oblivion nexus mods and community. He also didnt memorise the bit in the bible thats says thou shalt not kill. The book of eli film vault wiki fandom powered by wikia. Many props to jeff imada for his sharing the fmas through his stunt fight choreography work. Offered sanctuary on alcatraz, solara chooses instead to return home, taking up elis machete and other possessions. The book of eli soundtrack the passenger by owolowa. In the book of eli, the fight sequences performed by mr washington combined marital arts techniques from silat and eskrima which are weapon and barehanded styles from indonesia and the phillipines. And the person is teaching another how to fight, who has no experience with a sword.
While sword fighting skills may not be as much of a pressing need as it was to our ancestors, most sword collectors have an interest whether it is largely academic, a lifelong dedication to training or just practicing a few moves andor doing some occasional safety conscious backyard cutting. The book of elibar fight scene the book of eli, martial. But, before we get to those, theres the cardinal rule of fight scenes. Many authors who know their craft in every other respect cant write a fight scene to save their or their heros life. The film book of eli highly inspired the shape and structure and even the name of this kukri knife released by egkh called 12 full tang hand forged book of eli sword. Sword of eli ii from book of eli see crushing demonstrations. Jan 15, 2010 most importantly, eli realizes along the way that hes been focusing too much on keeping the book safe, to the point that he has failed to live by it. A postapocalyptic tale, in which a lone man fights his way across america in order to. Book of eli high carbon stainless machete sword machete in high demand, this is the high carbon stainless steel version of the book of eli machete or sword. Blade length 18 blade width 2 58 at the widest blade thickness 316. 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. Sword fighting is made up of lots of little movements and it is almost impossible to translate them to comic book form properly. Whether getting ready for a larp adventure or making some safe toy swords for your kids, this method will provide you with a safe, wellpadded sword made of foam padding, tape, and pvc pipe. Early on, eli pretends to give up the book, only for it to turn out to be a book safe containing a live grenade.
Onlyknives may receive a small commission from our partner should you choose to purchase this item. I cant find it anywhere it was like his prayer in the very end. The book of eli is a 2010 american postapocalyptic neowestern action film 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. Feel the power in your hands with this massive the book of eli machete. Matt walked into a room with four guys one of which was armed and managed to fight them off while at the same time having the situational awareness to throw a microwave at an approaching mobster. He demonstrates uncanny survival and fighting skills, hunting wildlife and defeating a group of marauders. What are some good examples of swordfighting in novels. With charlie shotwell, kelly reilly, max martini, lili taylor. Book of eli caps wasteland saga with a twist the book of eli starts out with 10 minutes of dialoguefree imagery depicting the type of postapocalyptic wasteland made familiar in recent. Dear lord, thank you for giving me the strength and the conviction to complete the task you entrusted to me. Our sword of eli, influenced from the movie book of eli on sale for limited time. After numerous requests for a larger size, we are proud to say this machete welded by denzel washington himself is 26 inch long.
What i found so wonderful about book of eli was what the final outcome of the movie shows. So, how would you describe a sword fight in a book. Archaeologist sue brunning has a new book on the sword around the north and baltic seas. The book of eli is a 2010 american postapocalyptic neowestern action film directed by the. Seems like the fighting in many fantasy books is like like a scenery from a ninja movie but just put to words.
The divine mans sacred bowie knife is skillfully reproduced by egkh for general public. This book isnt so mysterious at all, and that is another element which seemed to throw audiences of when they saw eli. Denzel washington at an event for the book of eli 2010 denzel. Sword of eli ii influenced by the movie the book of eli. The book of eli, shot in the dark, sword fight, writing words, movie trailers, good movies, martial arts, the darkest, badass.
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. At the end, we see eli telling the librarian that he has the book, intercut with a scene of carnegie attempting to break into the one hes been given. He even did a sarongmarong technique denzels bolo design was pretty nasty too. Fantasy more sword fights less magic science fiction.
Dec 17, 2014 in this world, eli is an old man, forcing himself to disengage from humanity in order to carry his mysterious book west, as the voice is guiding him to do. Leather color used will be brown or black, depending on what is available. Along the way, he demonstrates uncanny survival and fighting skills. Washington plays eli, a laconic man journeying westward across america to carry a sacred book to safety, hoping that it will restore mankind and bring a better future. 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 book of eli bts elis weapon of choice 2010 denzel.
Though the road was a more emotionally wrought, cerebral affair, the book of eli takes the time to throw in a sword fight, bar fight, gun fight or a verbal. One of our very own knifemakers on the forum makes a nice looking version of the eli movie sword. A thickspined chopper of a blade, it is crafted from 5160 high carbon steel and differentially tempered to optimize the blade. I say this because ive mostly stuck to science fiction books as i often find they offer more realistic scenarios, than the typical fantasy novel, that i can believe in.
The stark landscape is littered with abandoned cars, crumbling buildings, and bombed highways. 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. In an interview she brings up a way of thinking about the parts of a sword which is worth pondering. Eli in bible, eli and his sons, the book of eli quotes, the book of eli sword, the book of eli dvdrip, the book of eli torrents, the book of eli dvd, the book of eli soundtrack, the book of eli wikipedia the free encyclopedia, the book of eli 2010 imdb, the book of eli movie, amazon com the book of eli denzel washington gary oldman mila, the book of eli rotten tomatoes movies movie trailers. We here at cinapse have written extensively about the wandering blind swordsman who is unknown to most us filmgoers today, but who is perhaps one of cinemas all time greatest heroes. Just saw the book of eli and i was impressed with denzels bolo fighting scenes as well as the other fma techniques that he executed. The book of eli elis sfx sword original prop weapon. Eli uses his sword to survive and fight his way through, to deliver his copy of this mysterious book to a safe location. Ive been looking everywhere for someone to make a book of eli machete with a sheath like yours. You can take this thing to the jungle and compare it with expensive machetes and you will find this is a truly perfect functional machete. Fixed blade safetgrip handle may not be the best replica of elis machete, but.
The classic guide to strategy by miyamoto musashi, a court of wings and ruin by sarah j. He says that he was led to the book by a voice in his head, directing him to travel westward to a place it would be safe, and assuring that he would be protected and guided on his journey. A boy receiving treatment for his autoimmune disorder discovers that the house hes living in isnt as safe as he thought. Sword fights are challenging to depict in a comic book.
The most incredible sword fights in history only knives. Kongregate free online game sword fight duel rival swordsmen, train disciples and open a school to prove your style is the best play sword fight. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The camera work involved in a sword fight, when done well, can really make us feel like were in the match, ducking and dodging swipes of the blade. The book of eli 2010 is both underappreciated and a secret. This is a sword modeled after the one denzel washington uses in the 2010 hit film \\.
The book of eli stars denzel washington in a postapocalyptic thriller set 30 years. He restores my soul he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his names sake, though i walk through the valley of the shadow of death, i will fear no evil for thou art with me. The book of eli, starring denzel washington in the title role, is a postapocalyptic movie about a man on a mission from god. The book of eli movie replica sword, machete, collectibles. 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 not so much about the book he carries but about restoration of the soul. In the aftermath of a nuclear winter, eli has received a vision from god to protect the last bible in america and. Christian movies attempt to be safe for the whole family, in other words, something that your grandma will not be embarrassed by. The book of elis storyline is strong, with only a few mishaps.
Hang your posters in dorms, bedrooms, offices, or anywhere blank walls arent welcome. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Just copy the meshes and textures folders along with book of eli 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. This is a sword modeled after the one denzel washington uses in the 2010 hit film the book of eli. In his entire fiction career, cs lewis only wrote two sword fight scenes he has battles and fights involving swords, and he references two sword fights which have already taken place, in the horse and his boy, but these are the only duels between equally armed, skilled opponents happening directly in the narrative, and both of them are in. Book of eli ends with a thud, but is rentworthy news. At one point, eli is injured, yet he continues to walk down the path he started at the beginning. The book of eli s storyline is strong, with only a few mishaps.
The sword can be found in the cheydenhall chapel undercroft beside a tomb in the main chamber. In a very short space of time two postapocalyptic films have been release, the brilliant the road which is aiming for oscar glory, and the action packed the book of eli which is appealing for the mass audience. The book of eli sword denzel washington large 26 our price. In the 2010 movie the book of eli, the title character, played by denzel washington, uses a stylized bolo blade in selfdefense. Why was there never a sequel to the movie the book of eli. Eli is a lone traveler, wandering americas wastelands devastated by nuclear war 30 years prior.
The book of eli sword is different from the design of most swords. The story is simple and you get to appreciate all the survival and fighting skills of eli. Eli passes through a town and encounters the big dog in charge a man named carnegie played by gary oldman. I posit that its titled as such because its the continuation of the bible. Sep 9, 2012 this pin was discovered by milt arderchini. The book of eli sword and sheath 18 heavenly swords. The postapocalypse film may be getting old after films like children of men, the road, i am legend, etc. The book of eli is a movie set in a post apocalyptic world about a guy named eli, played by denzel washington.
There are no available products under this category. Aug 26, 20 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 author is one of the best historical fencers in north america. Knife id needed denzel washington in book of eli discussion in. Eli has in his possession the last surviving bible in the world, and he is on a mission he believes was given to him by god, to head west to where it will be safe. This sword will make you feel the power in your hands from the lord and give you ultimate protection.
The book of eli, sfx sword original movie prop weapon. What martial arts were demonstrated in the book of eli. The blade has a wide point that curves out and back in towards the handle. Protecting the word of god christian research institute. It started when he was lying on the couch at the end when he finished reciting the book. Denzel washington the book of eli sword large armory replicas. The book of eli should shoot to the top of your netflix queue. Most importantly, eli realizes along the way that hes been focusing too much on keeping the book safe, to the point that he has failed to live by it. This piece was on a rig and he pulled out of his body actually out of the rig wrapped around his waist and it appeared he was pulling the sword out of his stomach. It looks really sharp and heavy but is specially made to.
Yes, all the way at the end of the movie, it is revealed that not only is the book of eli a samurai film, but it is in fact a western, twistfilled zatoichi remake. 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. Book of eli caps wasteland saga with a twist wired. If you pick apart your writing and replace your vocabulary with words you adont know andor bdont use, you could run the risk of losing your writing voice and style, diluting your work with fancy words and superfluous description. What makes a sword fight dynamic is solely the movement. The final plot twist is creative, unexpected, and poetically just. He doesnt sugar coat his words and eli refuses to hand of the book and walks away, claiming that he has god watching over him. Does this imply that he is blind and has been living completely by faith his entire life or is the punchline of the movie that he is the simply the last living man on earth who can read braille. The sword is used for the scene in the film where one of the villains, redridge ray stevenson, gets impaled by the sword during a car crash. The five holes incorporated into the blade can create a very unique sound when the blade is swung in the air. There are common features that all swords had to have in order to be swords. The book of eli stars denzel washington in a postapocalyptic thriller set 30 years after a final war has turned much of earth into an ashy wasteland.