Key Takeaways:
– Danny Stewart, author of books on Hellraiser III and Soldier, has released a new book on the 1989 film ‘The Blood of Heroes.'
– ‘The Blood of Heroes' features Rutger Hauer and was directed by David Webb Peoples, known for scripting Blade Runner.
– The book, titled ‘Saluting The Blood of Heroes: Behind the Apocalyptic Film,' is available on Amazon.
– The film inspired a sport called Jugger and was globally recognized as ‘The Salute of the Jugger.'
– The book encompasses various aspects, including interviews, tribute, and guest essays.
If you're a movie fan, especially the kind who loves to dive deep into the making of a film, then buckle up for some exciting news. You might remember the apocalyptic 1989 film ‘The Blood of Heroes.' This cult gem was famous for its unique plot and intriguing characters. Now, Danny Stewart, the author who previously explored the making of Hellraiser III and Soldier, has written a new book on ‘The Blood of Heroes'. The exciting part? It's now available for purchase on Amazon!
Unmasking the Mastermind Behind The Movie
David Webb Peoples, the brilliant mind behind the screenplay of famous movies like Blade Runner, Twelve Monkeys, and Clint Eastwood's western masterpiece Unforgiven, is the writer and director of ‘The Blood of Heroes.' This film showed Peoples' unique take on a future devoid of mankind and technology. In this world, six survivors travel around playing an unusual form of football using a dog skull, hoping to play in the league in a city one day.
A Tribute to the Stellar Cast
Dutch actor Rutger Hauer led an ensemble cast that included popular actors like Joan Chen, Vincent D'Onofrio, Delroy Lindo, and Anna Katarina. Hauer and Ridley Scott, popular for their work on the classic 1982 film ‘Blade Runner,' then worked on two more films scripted by Peoples, including ‘Ladyhawke' and ‘The Blood of Heroes.'
A Deep Dive into ‘The Blood of Heroes'
Stewart's book, ‘Saluting The Blood of Heroes: Behind the Apocalyptic Film,' goes beyond just explaining the film's plot. It dives into the movie's intricate workings, offering readers a unique glimpse into the making of ‘The Blood of Heroes.'
One of the things that make this book a must-read is that it talks about Jugger, a sport that was invented because of this film. Yes, you read it right. The sport, Jugger, was inspired by ‘The Blood of Heroes.' Let's say, the film indirectly gave birth to a new sport!
The book also interviews Peoples and pays tribute to the illustrious careers of actors like Hauer, Chen, Lindo, D'Onofrio, Max Fairchild, and Hugh Keays-Byrne. Not only does it include a discussion on the sport of Jugging that was influenced by the film, but it also has an engaging conversation with screenwriters David and Janet Peoples on their film Twelve Monkeys.
With guest essays by John Kenneth Muir, John Hansen, Eion Friel, and more, this book is a treasure trove for movie buffs and fans of ‘The Blood of Heroes.'
Admirers of ‘The Blood of Heroes' will love this book, and even if you're not a fan, it makes for a compelling read for anyone interested in film-making. So, will you grab your copy of ‘Saluting The Blood of Heroes: Behind the Apocalyptic Film'? Let us know in the comments below! And remember, no matter what path humans take, there will always be echoes of our past, present, and future shaping our shared stories in compelling ways.
