An action masterpiece

Rating: 10/10 (24 July 2005)

Blade is exactly what any action fan should be looking for. Stephen Norrington is a underrated director who has a eye for quick and effective action. For this movie, he also has a great cast backing him up. Wesley Snipes played the tortured anti-hero to the hilt, showing that he can act and do much of his own action as well. Kris Kristofferson plays his mentor and father figure, Whistler, very well too, adding background to the story. In the way of villains, Stephen Dorff plays Frost, the vampire with a plan for destruction. Not Academy worthy, but adds depth, being the yin to Snipes' yang. With everything from costumes to stunts backing the movie up as well as expected, this is one for any action fan, from junkies to anyone looking for some one night thrills.