What are the sunglasses that denzel washington wears in the. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and. In the novel guy montag escapes from a future dystopian society and eventually makes contact with a group of isolated individuals who have memorised books to save them for the future iteration of mankind. Actor denzel washington wears oakley inmate sunglasses in the movie the book of eli. It was released on january 21, 1984 as the first single from his debut album, 1983s first offense, and became a hit single in the united states, officially rising to number 7 on the billboard hot 100 during the week that ended on september 1, 1984. Ther book of eli denzel washington does kali discussion in filipino martial arts general started by guro harold, jan 16, 2010. Apr 14, 2012 apr 14, 2012 a soldiers story, denzel washington, 1984. In the film, a lone wanderer travels west across a war ravaged landscape in order to bring a sacred book to safety. If you would like to participate, please visit the project page, where you can join the discussion and see lists of open tasks and regional and topical task forces. C this article has been rated as cclass on the projects quality scale. Dec 21, 2010 it gets hard to see after a while and you can start getting headaches if you dont wear sunglasses. Got myself in a knife fight everybody got cut includin me cause not one of us cats could see.
How is it that all the major characters wear designer sunglasses. Too much exposure to the suns rays is dangerous hence the sunglasses. Jan 25, 2010 denzel washington stars as eli in the new film, the book of eli. New out this week in uk cinemas is the hughes brothers book of eli, a postapocalyptic tale in which a lone warrior, denzel washington fights his way across the wastelands of america in order to protect the sacred book of eli that holds the secrets to saving the future of humanity.
It is also seen in most promotional images for the film. In movies hes been an angel, an inspirational teacher and the black muslim icon malcolm x. They may not be oakley but they sit real cool on denzel. Home forums knife specific discussion general knife discussion knife id needed denzel washington in book of eli discussion in general knife discussion started by maprik, jul 29, 2012. Its 106 miles to chicago, weve got a full tank of gas, half a pack of cigarettes, its dark and were wearing sunglasses. These mila kunis the book of eli movie womens aviator sunglasses feature metal frames, spring temples and 100% uv protection. Starring denzel washington, gary oldman and mila kunis. Watch the movie very carefully, and its pretty apparent. Having only watched the 1974 version last summer myself and loving it, i decided it was. Also, the reason why so many are blind in postapocalyptic movies is due to allusion that, in the event of a nuclear war, some people would have to have seen the blast and were rendered blind by it, not the sun. This item comes directly from the set of the book of eli. The film in question is the book of eli, and these are worn by gary oldman. First seen as eli is trekking across the postapocalyptic wasteland, it is used throughout the film and last seen worn by solara mila kunis at the conclusion of the film.
Denzel washington, star of the book of eli, is one of the most successful and highly respected hollywood figures. The blinding knife is a book with three major plot threads and i had pretty different feelings about each of them. See the mila kunis in mosley tribes raynes sunglasses book of eli post. I could hardly make him out, everything was so dim, but then i seen what was wrong with him. In the movie the book of eli, was the character played by.
Jan 20, 2010 the film in question is the book of eli, and these are worn by gary oldman. At their origin, sunglasses werent what they are now. Washington is seen wearing the sunglasses in numerous scenes. My cubicle buddy and i are debating what pair of sunglasses is blade this time his new movie. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Dec 1, 2012 the book of eli sword denzel washington large 26 stay safe and healthy. Home forums knife specific discussion general knife discussion knife id needed denzel washington in book of eli discussion in general knife discussion started by maprik. Ill be honest with you, the book of eli panel at last summers san diego comiccon garnered little attention, despite having stars denzel washington, gary oldman, and mila kunis in attendance, as. The book of eli the book of eli denzel washington coat. Just saw the book of eli and i was impressed with denzel s bolo fighting scenes as well as the other fma techniques that he executed. According to imdb faq, yes he was possibly partially blind. Book of eli eli denzel washington movie props at amazons.
The book of eli, with denzel washington, is a fantastic movie to own. With denzel washington, mila kunis, ray stevenson, gary oldman. Oakley inmate sunglasses in the movie the book of eli, worn by. Drive blanche christina hendricks sunglasses, cigarette pack, lighter, and lipstick. Fahrenheit 451 the film owes a significant debt to the 1953 novel by ray bradbury. The crosshairs and tailhooks look close but i dont think they are it. Based on the machete used by a lone warrior named eli denzel washington in the film the book of eli. A lone warrior eli denzel washington walks in a postapocalyptic wasteland that was once america. Compare these mila kunis the book of eli movie womens aviator sunglasses to those worn by mila kunis in the hit movie the book of eli.
The largest is kips, the second largest is gavins, and the third is a significantly smaller one featuring the character liv. Want to know what denzels costar, mila kunis is wearing during the book of eli. He heads west on a mission he does not fully understand but knows he must complete. The oakley inmate was introduced in 2008, and as most oakley s consists of only the most hightech materials and lenses, which creates one of the most lightweight, clear and protective pair of specs you can get. In the bible, the high priest eli was blind, and some might say that there are several scenes which may indicate that in the. Jun 26, 2018 despite the two answers you have already received to the contrary, yes the character eli in the book of eli was blind.
Ask anything you want to know, or answer other people. After numerous requests for a larger size, we are proud to say this machete welded by denzel washington himself is 26 inch long and features a satin finish, extremely sharp, 18 inch blade. Denzel washington plays eli and he has the book carnegie wants so carnagie holds him captive. The book of eli, a gritty postapocalyptic grind in the eyes of from hell and. With a particularly viciouslooking machete, eli makes quick work of. This article is within the scope of wikiproject film. The book of eli eli denzel washington sunglasses the book of eli. Aside for landing legendary actor washington with a black eye, reynolds tried to learn as much as he could from the actor. And if you want to know what denzil washington strictly the lead is wearing in the eli film, they are oakley inmate sunglasses. The book of eli eli denzel washington backpack, ipod, and switchblade.
Denzel washington in oakley sunglasses from the book of eli. The book of eli 2010 movie props, costumes and wardrobe from the movie skip to navigation press enter. The book of eli eli denzel washington knife original. I want to order a coffee mug that says elis cat oil on it for my son, sgt eli jordan patterson. He even did a sarongmarong technique denzel s bolo design was pretty nasty too. When eli denzel washington first sits in the room in which carnegie gary oldman. I was hangin around on the street, when this great big guy ran right into me. As seen in the new action thriller, the book of eli, this is elis denzel washington screen worn stunt, blood stained, green hooded coat, no size bloody with a hole, brown red head longsleeve crewneck thermal, size 2xlt bloody with a hole, cream hanes tshirt, size xl blood stained brown carhartt pants, no size and black. I want to order a coffee mug that says eli s cat oil on it for my son, sgt eli jordan patterson. The book of eli eli denzel washingtons knife original prop. This distressed costume can be seen worn by eli throughout the film. Actor denzel washington wears oakley inmate sunglasses in the movie the book of eli, where he is a lone hero in an apocalyptic world, protecting a sacred book. The song combines an unflagging synthesizer hook, characteristic arpeggio, rock. The book of eli then evolves into a chase as eli disappears into the wilds with solara in tow, pursued by carnegie and his heavy metal thugs led by the giant redridge, romes ray stephenson.
The story revolves around eli, a nomad in a postapocalyptic world, who is charged with delivering his copy of a book, the very last. Photo above shows the panel pack on denzel washington in the movie book of eli. 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. Recently released on dvd and bluray the taking of pelham 1 2 3 is the tony scott remake of the classic 1974 movie starring walter matthau and robert shaw. Mar 16, 2012 oakley inmate sunglasses in the movie the book of eli, worn by actor denzel washington.
Feel the power in your hands with this massive the book of eli machete. Denzel washington the book of eli sword large armory replicas. See more ideas about the book of eli, denzel washington and movies. Feel the power in your hands with this massive eli machete. What are the sunglasses that denzel washington wears in. The sunglasses and backpack eli used throughout the movie were oakley. The new movie stars denzel washington book of eli and john travolta taking over the roles of the lead characters in this 21st century update. Thebook of eli cant have a sequel actress mila kunis speaks about her forthcoming gary oldman, denzel washington starrer. I would start visiting army surplus stores, bearing in. I havent seen the movie yet, but the photographs i found look like its an armyissue duffel coat.
Jan 16, 2010 the book of eli then evolves into a chase as eli disappears into the wilds with solara in tow, pursued by carnegie and his heavy metal thugs led by the giant redridge, romes ray stephenson. Ive seen the book of eli loads of times but struggle to know what his sunglasses are. The sunglasses that washington wears in the book of eli is mens oakley inmate race wear sunglasses. The book of eli sword denzel washington large 26 the. The book of eli tells the story of a lone hero denzel washington who must fight his way across the wasteland of postapocalyptic america to. Having only watched the 1974 version last summer myself and loving it, i decided it was about time i rented the new version of the film to see how it compared. Solara is a willing disciple, entranced by elis words and stories about before. As an actor, producer and director, hes made his mark on the film industry, an industry that has recognized him with two academy awards best actor for training day and best supporting actor for glory, three oscar nominations, and 95 other awards and nominations. Eli washington, sporting sunglasses, worn clothing, saran wrap on his. Denzel washington, gary oldman, mila kunis, ray stevenson. Nov 21, 2012 the sunglasses that washington wears in the book of eli is mens oakley inmate race wear sunglasses. Denzel washington in book of eli in the hughes brothers futureshock book of eli, denzel washington adds action to his old screen magic.
Sunglasses at night is a song by canadian singer corey hart. Hip hop fashion, baddie outfits casual wear, plussize clothing baddie outfits casual. Apr 14, 2012 a soldiers story, denzel washington, 1984. View our handmade book of eli knife, influenced by the movie the book of eli. Remember, he had a crush on her the whole movie blocking her while she was getting eli s canteen filled, bargaining with carnegie for her before chasing after them, even asking eli nicely to give up the book after the gunfight in. The book of eli 2010 movie props, costumes and wardrobe. Denzel washington was also recently seen wearing prescription glasses and chubbing up to star along side john travolta in tony scotts remake of the taking of pelham 1 2 3. Book of eli eli denzel washington movie props at amazon. The book of eli sword denzel washington heavenly swords.
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Sep 01, 2012 the blinding knife is a book with three major plot threads and i had pretty different feelings about each of them. During world war ii, aviators became standard gear for military men, including gen. Why do people in the movie the book of eli wear glasses. Sama eyewear sunglasses are the worlds finest and most exclusive luxury eyeglasses for men and women. The oakley inmate is a part of oakleys 2008 lifestyle series, which is also cool for casual wear. Also he wears sunglasses because obviously he does not want his cataracts to get worse. The book of eli eli denzel washington pump shotgun. Eli denzel washington sunglasses from the book of eli. Civilisation consists of a shabby cluster of worn down buildings, full of crooks. At this point, he knows hes dying, but perhaps still wants the best for her.
Was denzel washington suppose to be blind in the movie the. Mar 03, 2017 i thought he was blind when i saw the movie. Was denzel washington suppose to be blind in the movie. Elis denzel washington screen used black metal with silver metal spring loaded blade prop knife. In his possession is the last copy of a book he fiercely guards with his life for it holds the only hope for the future.
With a particularly vicious looking machete, eli makes quick work of. Oakley panel pack, book of eli ok, it its good for him, should be. Elis denzel washington complete costume prop store. To improve this article, please refer to the guidelines. Elis denzel washington complete costume worn in the hughes brothers post apocalyptic drama, the book of eli. Despite the two answers you have already received to the contrary, yes the character eli in the book of eli was blind. More commonly known as snow goggles, they blocked out some of the uv sunlight that bounced off the snow or ice in the arctic. Most likely, redridge is giving solara a chance to escape carnegies regime. The book of eli eli denzel washington stunt, green long sleeve with zipper up the front, with pockets and hood, m. Im watching it again right now, just got to the part where he shoots the cat, and had to stop. The first known record of eyeprotectors were made by the inuit, who flattened ivory and cut out small slits to see through. View close up pictures at all angles, prices, and detailed descriptions. Oakley inmate denzel washington the book of eli sunglasses id. Ask anything you want to know, or answer other peoples questions.