{"product_id":"blade-ii-2002-movie-poster-original-us-one-sheet-marvel","title":"BLADE II (2002) Movie Poster, Original US One Sheet, MARVEL","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLADE II (2002) Movie Poster, Original US One Sheet, MARVEL, Starring Wesley Snipes, Kris Kristofferson, is Directed by Guillermo del Toro is in Very Fine+ Condition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovie Poster and Condition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: This Original US One Sheet, Movie Poster is presented in Very Fine+ condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, rolled as issued, with some very minor handling wear but otherwise in excellent colourful and clean presentation. This striking \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal US One Sheet movie poster\u003c\/strong\u003e promotes \u003cstrong\u003eBlade II\u003c\/strong\u003e, the acclaimed 2002 Marvel vampire action sequel starring Wesley Snipes. The poster is an excellent piece of \u003cstrong\u003eMarvel movie memorabilia\u003c\/strong\u003e from the early 2000s and a particularly appealing collectible for fans of Blade, superhero cinema, vampire horror and the distinctive filmmaking style of director Guillermo del Toro. No poster artist has been identified for this example. The rolled format has preserved the poster's excellent presentation, with only very minor handling wear noted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovie Synopsis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade II (2002)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a stylish, violent and visually distinctive \u003cstrong\u003eMarvel action-horror film\u003c\/strong\u003e directed by acclaimed filmmaker \u003cstrong\u003eGuillermo del Toro\u003c\/strong\u003e, with Wesley Snipes returning as the half-human, half-vampire warrior Blade. The sequel expands the mythology established in the original \u003cem\u003eBlade\u003c\/em\u003e and places its central character in an extraordinary situation: he must temporarily join forces with the very vampires he has spent his life hunting. The screenplay was written by \u003cstrong\u003eDavid S. Goyer\u003c\/strong\u003e, based on characters created by Marvel Comics writers Marv Wolfman and Gene Colan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story begins with Blade continuing his relentless campaign against vampires. His trusted mentor \u003cstrong\u003eWhistler\u003c\/strong\u003e, played by Kris Kristofferson, has been missing, and Blade eventually discovers that his old ally has been transformed into a vampire. At the same time, a terrifying new breed known as the \u003cstrong\u003eReapers\u003c\/strong\u003e has emerged. These creatures are not simply another group of vampires: they are highly aggressive predators that feed on both humans and vampires. Their rapid spread threatens to destroy the existing vampire population and potentially create a far greater danger for humanity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFaced with this unprecedented threat, Blade is approached by the vampire leadership and offered an uneasy alliance. He joins a specially assembled team of elite vampires, including \u003cstrong\u003eNyssa\u003c\/strong\u003e, played by Leonor Varela, and the imposing Reinhardt, portrayed by Ron Perlman. Their mission is to find the Reapers' origin and stop them before the infection becomes unstoppable. Blade's alliance with his traditional enemies creates much of the film's tension, as mistrust, rivalry and conflicting agendas exist within the group from the beginning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the centre of the Reaper threat is \u003cstrong\u003eNomak\u003c\/strong\u003e, played by Luke Goss, a powerful and physically imposing figure whose origins are closely connected to the vampire hierarchy. As Blade investigates the mystery, he uncovers a conspiracy involving the vampire elder Damaskinos, played by Thomas Kretschmann. The resulting conflict takes the film through underground vampire strongholds, industrial locations and increasingly brutal confrontations, building towards a spectacular final battle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuillermo del Toro\u003c\/strong\u003e brought his unmistakable visual imagination to \u003cem\u003eBlade II\u003c\/em\u003e, combining comic-book imagery, gothic horror, creature design and martial-arts action. Del Toro's interest in practical creature effects is particularly evident in the Reapers, whose distinctive mouths split open into multiple sections to reveal their feeding mechanism. The film's production design was created by \u003cstrong\u003eCarol Spier\u003c\/strong\u003e, cinematography was handled by Gabriel Beristain, and the energetic score was composed by Marco Beltrami.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe production also features a strong supporting cast, including \u003cstrong\u003eNorman Reedus\u003c\/strong\u003e as Scud, Blade's technically minded ally, and martial-arts star \u003cstrong\u003eDonnie Yen\u003c\/strong\u003e as Snowman. The film's combination of supernatural horror, comic-book action and martial arts helped establish a darker and more mature tone than many contemporary superhero productions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased theatrically in March 2002, \u003cstrong\u003eBlade II\u003c\/strong\u003e was a commercial success, earning more than US$155 million worldwide against a reported US$54 million budget. It has subsequently developed a strong reputation among fans of \u003cstrong\u003ecult superhero movies, Marvel collectibles and vampire cinema\u003c\/strong\u003e. This original US One Sheet is therefore an attractive piece of early-2000s movie history, representing a significant period in the evolution of Marvel's live-action film properties and the enduring popularity of Wesley Snipes' iconic Blade character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Blade II (2002) - to find out more about the movie, posters, and movie trailers, go to IMDB.com\" href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0187738\/\"\u003eTo find out more about Blade II (2002) click here to go to IMDB.com.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Notes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImages may have a small 'MPA' digital watermark and this does not appear on the poster. Posters are being held by magnets in the corners to take photographs, so you may see some magnet and shadows from the magnets in these areas. The magnets are not included in the sale of the item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePostage, Insurance \u0026amp; Your Country Taxes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePostage costs are quoted for this item, include insurance up to AUD$100, but if you reside outside of Australia, the price does not include any import taxes\/fees that you may be required to pay when the item reaches your borders. Please check with your local authorities for any additional taxes or fees. If you would like full insurance coverage for your purchase, please message me and I would be happy to quote the additional cost (estimate is AUD$2.50 p\/AUD$100 or 2.5% of the item value, up to a maximum item value of AUD$5,000).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Movie Posters Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41344395116608,"sku":"BLADEII-02-USOS-RLD","price":240.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/7699\/8464\/files\/BladeII_2002_USOneSheetVF.webp?v=1787562686","url":"https:\/\/moviepostersaustralia.com\/products\/blade-ii-2002-movie-poster-original-us-one-sheet-marvel","provider":"Movie Posters Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}