Denzel washington is eli, who keeps his blade sharp and his survival. Survive in a postapocalyptic world with book of elis bug. The book of eli eli denzel washington backpack, ipod. All the millions upon millions of bibles that have been published throughout the ages have been destroyed. Eli protects this book at all costs, meeting obstacles along his journey ranging from cannibalistic hijackers to motorcycleriding bandits. Npr ed backpacks and textbooks are a match made in heaven.
Made of black nylon with zippers and brown leather detail. January, 2010 june 23, 2014 james selectspecs designer sunglasses, entertainment. Blacks suicide was the inspiration for a scene in the 1994 screwball comedy film the hudsucker proxy. Jan 12, 2010 twotime academy award winner denzel washington glory, training day not only bears the burden of being in nearly every scene in the postapocalyptic action thriller, the book of eli, he also carried a load behind the scenes. For sale oakley panel pack backpack sheet metal book of eli. After blacks death, seymour milstein and paul milstein bought into united fruit. The book of eli denzel washington metal sword movie props. They make everything in the entire movie impossible and incomprehensible. In the film, a lone wanderer travels west across a war ravaged landscape in order to bring a sacred book to safety.
Washington pens the introduction for the stories of more than 70 of americas leading personalities in theatre, sports, business, and politics as they tell their lifechanging stories of mentorship. Jan 16, 2010 in the book of eli, the taciturn christ figure with a mission, eli denzel washington, is trying to transport the last surviving copy of the bible to whats left of san francisco. Prop backpack, ipod, and switchblade used by eli denzel washington in the film, the book of eli. Direct from the set of the book of eli, this is eli s denzel washington hero, very dirty and torn, modified with leather rope, gray oakley backpack with two front straps. When i found out that it was not his autobiography i was disappointed at first. Theres a spirit of forgiveness and kindness that slips behind every scene and ultimately triumphs by the end of the film. I always appreciate the kinds of lists that go beyond just being lists and reference something in pop culture like the book of eli. Oct 03, 2006 in his debut as an author, denzel washington shares his personal story of the mentors who helped guide his life. Book of eli, the internet movie firearms database guns. The story has denzel washington playing a mysterious wanderer named eli, walking the country for many years on a path to the west. The book of eli eli denzel washington backpack, ipod, and. The book of eli denzel washington interview duration.
The book of eli denzel washington backpack movie props. Denzel washington in the book of eli the book of eliby paul macinnes, with apologies to gary whitta. However, the violence and language is too much for families and to written for religion essays. Their known world suddenly and inexplicably became unknown. The book of eli boasts an impressive supporting cast including mila kunis, michael gambon dumbledore from. He won the 2014 pulitzer prize for explanatory reporting for his yearlong series about food stamps in america. This backpack, ipod, and switchblade were used by the character eli, portrayed by actor denzel washington, in the 2010 motion picture, the book of eli. The handle is tied light brown rubber robe with foam padding for cushion. His grey key backpack is dirtied, aged and altered. With unflappable cool and surprising gentleness, denzel washington strides a bleak and barren world in the book of eli. At the very end, when the camera zooms in on eli as he sits at the table on the ship, you can clearly see his eyes are covered by a white film, a. Washington is seen wearing the backpack throughout much of the film. Denzel washington interview the book of eli collider collider.
Sure, the quality may not be too of theline, but with their coupons, you can really stretch a dollar on items like. The story revolves around eli, a nomad in a postapocalyptic world, who is told by a voice to deliver his copy of a mysterious book to a safe location on the west coast of. I think it may also have been used as a selfredemption moment for one of the bad guys. Jan, 2010 washington and the hughes brothers do a good job of establishing this man and his world, and at first, the book of eli seems destined to be solemn. When eli refuses to give up the book, carnegie orders him killed. The book of eli is a 2010 american postapocalyptic neowestern action film directed by the hughes brothers, written by gary whitta, and starring denzel washington, gary oldman, mila kunis, ray stevenson, and jennifer beals. Just wanted to ask on the forum if anyone owns one, thanks.
Another man is trying to find it to use it to control the world with him at the top. 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. Elis denzel washington complete costume prop store. Denzel washingtons new film fences, though quite intense in certain ways and only appropriate for ages and up its rated pg, and certainly a wellmatched rating, baptizes the viewer in the best and worst of humanity, but it does so with a wellmeaning heart. Elis denzel washington hero, very dirty and torn, modified with leather rope, gray oakley backpack the book of eli elis denzel washington hero,backpack original movie prop skip to navigation press enter. After the nuclear ash snowfall ended, there was very little left.
It grips your attention, and then at the end throws in several wtf. Reviewed in the united kingdom on november 11, 2009. Hey guys, what knife is denzel washington slicing people up with in the book of eli. In his backpack is the last copy of a book that could become the wellspring of a. He is observant, curious, and often times ponders his surroundings regardless of his young age. In his backpack is the last copy of a book that could become the wellspring of a revived society. Straight from the set of the action adventure, the book of eli, this is elis denzel washington silver with 5 holes, metal sword with a serrated outside and smooth inside. New out this week in uk cinemas is the hughes brothers book of eli, a postapocalyptic tale in which a lone warrior, denzel washington. Eli the good details the story of eli, a tenyearold boy living in the summer of 1976. Exact same model and color featured in movie book of eli. Eli protects this book at all costs, meeting obstacles along his journey ranging from. When eli denzel washington first sits in the room in which carnegie gary. The book of eli, the 2010 denzel washington vehicle that introduced us to what.
Was denzel washington suppose to be blind in the movie the. This was possibly a prototype or used for training. We opened a new charter school in the summer of 2014, and they worked within our budget to help us select highquality books at a great price. His bible is written in braille, which is that dotanddash language books and signs meant for blind persons are written in. The book of eli, eli s denzel washington hero battery original movie prop. But then eli arrives at a western town ruled by carnegie gary oldman, who, like all the local overloads in westerns and gangster movies, sits behind a big desk flanked by a tall bald guy and. I do not recall how this affected his life when he returned. Denzel washington stars as the most righteous killer since travis bickle, a bible in one hand and a blade in the other, in this sombretoned parable from the hughes brothers, albert and allen. Jun 20, 2010 last prayer from the book of eli june 20, 2010 in movies tags. Evan jones, left, and denzel washington star in the book of eli. It starts with a lone traveler denzel washington arriving at a new town only to find.
Knife id needed denzel washington in book of eli discussion in general knife discussion started by maprik, jul 29, 2012. Eli is the best character in the book to relate to, but the father was perhaps the most interesting. Did you use those characters or films as kind of as a reference point in getting to elis head. Eli is headed west, but on the way, he passes devastation and squalor, and occasionally he must mete out some devastation of his own with a sharp blade. You always want to read what the father is end page 96 doing, even if it isnt very nice. The oakley brand backpack is a heavily distressed with leather ties and the bottom stitched on. Im watching it again right now, just got to the part where he shoots the cat, and had to stop. I want to order a coffee mug that says elis cat oil on it for my son, sgt eli jordan patterson. Denzel washingtons character eli is blind in the movie book of eli.
In true movie fashion, eli fires about twice as many rounds as the pistol can hold before reloading. Mar 05, 2010 the book of eli is a strong story about a godfearing man determined to obey the will of the lord. Eli was of course constantly on the move to deliver the book to a predetermined destination and to the appropriate. In the book of eli, denzel washington stars as a lone warrior named eli, who fights his way across the desolate wasteland of nearfuture america to realize his destiny and deliver the. Tarps gloves face masksrespirators cordage flashlightswork lights multi toolshand tools folding sawlarge knives ammo cansstorage safety. I admire denzel washington very much as an actor, so i decided to read this book. Denzel washington talks about the book of eli neurologist. You know from the beginning that he is the one to watch, and. He just has it in his backpack and therefore it is his book. As to the later, i just factor in the fact that it came from hollywood after all, though i thoroughly enjoyed denzel washingtons portrayal.
The book of eli is a strong story about a godfearing man determined to obey the will of the lord. The book of eli is not a mustread orange county register. Was denzel washington suppose to be blind in the movie. Last prayer from the book of eli june 20, 2010 in movies tags. Elis denzel washington complete costume worn in the hughes brothers post apocalyptic drama, the book of eli. Books are scarce since apparently many people believed religion was the cause of the desolation, and so all religious books were destroyed. In the book of eli, denzel washington portrays a man, in a postapocalyptic world attempting to make his way across america in an attempt to keep the last remaining copy of the bible out of the wrong hands. Washington helped out in a producer capacity, getting the project in shape to be filmed.
I bought this book because denzel is my favourite hollywood actor. Jan 15, 2010 jan 12, 2010 twotime academy award winner denzel washington glory, training day not only bears the burden of being in nearly every scene in the postapocalyptic action thriller, the book of eli, he also carried a load behind the scenes. The book of eli, elis denzel washington costumes original movie costume elis denzel washington screen worn, green hooded jacket with blood stains and bullet holes in back no size, worn out brown red head long sleeve crewneck thermal size xlt, offwhite hanes crewneck tshirt size xl, worn out brown carhartt canvas pants no. I really connected with eli in this book mainly because i was about eli s age in 1976. Thebook of eli cant have a sequel actress mila kunis speaks about her forthcoming gary oldman, denzel washington starrer.
The book of eli elis denzel washington hero,backpack. The book of eli, the 2010 denzel washington vehicle that introduced us to what must be the most badass blind man in movie history, was also a movie, unlikely as it seems, that was heavily influenced by product placement. The book of eli from the set of the book of eli, this is elis denzel washington screen used hero oakley backpack worn by eli denzel washinton throughout the entire film. Many of you may already know this, but harbor freight tools is an excellent option for rounding out a bugout bag with affordable gear. Remember, he had a crush on her the whole movie blocking her while she was getting elis 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 house. The switchblade is a sog flash ii with evidence of wear from production use. You know from the beginning that he is the one to watch, and that the climax will happen around him, which it does. By using this site, you agree to the terms of use and privacy policy. Washington is a fresh look at the remarkable african american leader that explores his remarkable achievements in advancing the opportunities available to blacks in the southern us in the face of nearly impossible opposition.
Denzel washington protects the integrity of the book of eli. I want to order a coffee mug that says eli s cat oil on it for my son, sgt eli jordan patterson. Quote dear lord thank you for giving me strength and conviction to complete the task you entrusted to me. The book of eli is a 2010 american postapocalyptic neowestern action film directed by the hughes brothers, written by gary whitta, and starring denzel washington, gary oldman, mila kunis, ray stevenson. Sep 08, 2009 eli the good was recommended by my friend, tenille. His name is eli denzel washington and he is on the alert for thieves and marauders. The book of eli denzel washington, gary oldman grading.
Washington is a fresh look at the remarkable african american leader that explores his remarkable achievements in advancing the opportunities available to blacks in the southern. The book of eli eli s denzel washington hero battery. Im at a loss for words, so let me say these right away. Direct from the set of the book of eli, this is elis denzel washington hero, very dirty and torn, modified with leather rope, gray oakley backpack with two front straps. Jan 31, 2010 denzel washington s character eli is blind in the movie book of eli. Included in this set are elis beanie cap, sunglasses, shawl, jacket, sweater, tshirt, pants, belt. Elis denzel washington hero, very dirty and torn, modified with leather rope, gray oakley backpack the book of eli elis denzel washington hero, backpack original movie prop skip to navigation press enter. Carnegie becomes interested in eli when he learns the man is carrying a book that may hold the key to mankinds survival.
After i have finished reading it, i was not disappointed with him as a man. It was even used as an attractant or ploy to deceive the weak or easy to prey upon. He notices that his family appears to be torn asunder by the consequences of the vietnam war his dad suffers from terrifying dreams and hallucinations, his sister discovers an unsettling fact about herself, and. The book of eli elis denzel washington costumes original. In the book of eli, the taciturn christ figure with a mission, eli denzel washington, is trying to transport the last surviving copy of the bible to whats left of san francisco. The book of eli is a story about a post nuclear fallout america where anarchy is the norm and survival is hardearned. Jan 15, 2010 the story has denzel washington playing a mysterious wanderer named eli, walking the country for many years on a path to the west. Denzel washington in oakley sunglasses from the book of eli.
Presented by the golden closet, your premier source for iconic screen used movie wardrobe, props, and music entertainment memorabilia. The book of eli boasts an impressive supporting cast including mila kunis, michael gambon dumbledore from harry potter, ray stevenson punisher. Doing business with david and joan at the back pack has been an absolute pleasure. This book is an accurate, though modest, description of washington s life uptodate 19941996. How christian is the new denzel washington movie the book of. Jul 18, 20 the book of eli denzel washington interview duration. How christian is the new denzel washington movie the book. While the movie little big soldier is another hilarious but action pack movie of jackie chan that you will surely enjoy watching.
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