Key Takeaways:
• Deadpool & Wolverine smashed opening records for R-rated movies both domestically and globally, bringing in over $440 million.
• Wesley Snipes reprises his role as Blade, after more than two decades, in a surprise cameo.
• Snipes had a tough time getting back into ‘Blade shape,' but he enjoyed the overall experience of the filming.
• Snipes praises his co-star, Ryan Reynolds, who he also worked with twenty years ago in Blade: Trilogy.
• Despite his cameo, Snipes supports the casting of Mahershala Ali in the Blade reboot.
The Hollywood blockbuster, Deadpool & Wolverine, has made a huge splash at the box office. Shattering records for R-rated films, it has swooped over $440 million worldwide. Besides the record-breaking feat, the fans were in for another surprise. Wesley Snipes, nearly after two decades, makes a comeback as ‘Blade,' the marvel superhero he portrayed in the 90s.
The Power of the Text – A Surprise Call from Ryan Reynolds
When Snipes hung his cape up as Blade, he thought he was parting ways with the superhero universe for good. Especially when Mahershala Ali was announced as the new ‘Blade' in the upcoming Marvel reboot. However, a surprise text from Deadpool actor, Ryan Reynolds, had Snipes thinking. The Blade actor told Entertainment Weekly, “The idea of a cameo in Deadpool & Wolverine was not something I expected.”
Wesley Snipes had no inkling about what to expect from the action scenes in the movie. However, he prepared himself to handle whatever was thrown his way. After getting into shape, he was all set for his cameo. He enjoyed the experience, despite the challenging shooting conditions during the ‘freezing' European winter.
A Blade Reunion – Snipes on Working with Reynolds Again
Snipes and Reynolds have a shared piece of history. The A-list actors worked together in Blade: Trinity 20 years ago. However, Snipes admits having difficulty understanding Reynolds' humor back then. But now, he has great praise for Reynolds, lauding his humor in the context of Deadpool & Wolverine. He enjoyed Reynolds' unique comedic styling that is the bedrock of the Deadpool franchise. With sincere appreciation, Snipes confesses, “Deadpool is Ryan Reynolds all day long. It was enjoyable to work with him.”
Wesley Snipes on the Future of Blade
Even as the resurrected Blade, Snipes is in full support of Ali's casting for the Blade reboot. As he supports the new Blade actor, he also acknowledges the challenges faced by the project are not due to the actor. “You need a lot of secret sauce to do the Blade thing,” Snipes admits.
Indeed, the comeback of Snipes as Blade in Deadpool & Wolverine was a delightful surprise for fans. Looking back, even Snipes seems to have thoroughly enjoyed his short, sweet, adventurous ride back to the superhero universe.
In conclusion, Deadpool & Wolverine's record-breaking success, coupled with Wesley Snipes' unexpected Blade cameo, has created exceptional fan excitement. Are you one of the fans who got excited? We would love to know. Do drop your thoughts in the comments below.
That's all folks! Stay tuned for more exciting news and remember, superheroes are not just about capes and powers, they symbolize hope, courage, and inspiration!
Nothing against Ali but please have Wesley do at least two more