The film in question is the book of eli, and these are worn by gary oldman. Sunglasses in the book of eli everything sunglasses. Jan 15, 2010 denzel washington has the sort of actor intensity needed to play an apocalyptic superhero, and the book of eli positions him as such. Even movie posters, like the one for cameron crowes almost famous, feature sunglasses prominently in order to attract audiences it girls like kate hudson arent too shabby, either. 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 oakley inmate was introduced in 2008, and as most oakleys 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. 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. Jan 15, 2010 how is denzel washington as the lead and mila kunis, too. The book of eli is a 2010 american postapocalyptic neo western action film directed by the hughes brothers, written by gary whitta, and starring denzel washington, gary oldman, mila kunis, ray stevenson, and jennifer beals.
A pair of intentionally distressed oakley inmate sunglasses worn by denzel washington in his starring role in the book of eli warner bros. The cooling towers, in which eli denzel washington and solara mila kunis take refuge, are most likely the cooling towers of the former rancho seco nuclear power plant outside of sacramento, california, given the apparent travel time on foot and by vehicle before eli and solara reach the golden gate bridge, and carnegie gary oldman returns to his town. The book of eli denzel washington interview youtube. Denzel washington plays eli, a mysterious traveller who is heading west and has in his possession a book that he reads daily. The 2010 best actor in a leading role in a play tony went to denzel washington. Does denzel washington play a blind man in the book of eli. 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. When watching the film, there is seemingly nothing wrong, but that is because most are unfamiliar with braille. This pair of oakley sunglasses were acquired and customized by the production for use by academy award winning actor denzel washington as eli. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Denzel washington, the book of eli bad movies of 2018 oscar. The oscarwinning actor trained hard for six months to drop 50 pounds, learn martial arts and how to.
May 15, 2018 special features read honoree denzel washingtons full remarks at new dramatists gala. Mar 19, 2010 get the book of eli movie complete list of awards won and nominations. A man travels across a wasteland, carrying a mysterious and powerful book. At this point, he knows hes dying, but perhaps still wants the best for her. Denzel washington is wearing what we believe to be the oakley inmate sunglasses during his role as the lone hero. Elis denzel washington complete costume worn in the hughes brothers post apocalyptic drama, the book of eli. Elis denzel washington complete costume prop store. In the movie the book of eli, the latest movie of the hughes brothers, gary oldman wears face a face woody eyeglasses in color 192. Dressed in shades with a machete at his back, he swiftly. The oakley inmate is a part of oakleys 2008 lifestyle series, which is also cool for casual wear. Denzel washington is a man on a mission in the book of eli. As seen in the new action thriller, the book of eli, this is eli s 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. Another recent film where the movie poster had a character looking smooth in a pair of sunglasses was oblivion, starring tom cruise and morgan freeman.
The items may have varying levels of wear andor studio distressing, please see the. The sunglasses are distressed for use during filming and are also featured on the films movie poster. Posted september 19, 2016 by vintandyork they say that tv is the new cinema and by the looks of the celebrities that turned out for this years 2016 primetime emmy awards, that might be true. The sunglasses that washington wears in the book of eli is mens oakley inmate race wear sunglasses. 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. See denzel washington look like hes going to fall asleep at. 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. Denzel washington pictures and photos denzel is beautiful. In the film, a lone wanderer travels west across a war ravaged landscape in order to bring a sacred book to safety. 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 the united states. Denzel washington movie props, film costumes and wardrobe skip to navigation press enter. I want to order a coffee mug that says eli s cat oil on it for my son, sgt eli jordan patterson. Something familiar about the sunglasses that denzel wore.
What are the sunglasses that denzel washington wears in the book of eli. 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 protect a sacred book that holds the key to saving the future of humanity. Denzel washington, whose fences costar viola davis presented him with the hollywood legacy award. See the mila kunis in mosley tribes raynes sunglasses book of eli post. Whats inexplicable is some of the movies he has chosen to be in. Denzel washington in oakley sunglasses from the book of eli.
What others are saying new images featuring denzel washington in postapocalyptic book of eli see denzel washington pictures, photo shoots, and listen online to the latest music. Oakley inmate polished vr28 black iridium 05631 book of eli denzel washington. Despite the mediocre ratings 45% on rotten tomatoes that critics have been giving it, its done well at the box office. Im watching it again right now, just got to the part where he shoots the cat, and had to stop. According to imdb faq, yes he was possibly partially blind. Its been thirty years since the pulse that seems to have destroyed everything and caused the sun to become so intense that everyone must wear sunglasses and the environment is mostly desert. 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. Jul 18, 20 the book of eli denzel washington interview duration.
The book of elidenzel washington1095 carbon steel sword. This pair of sunglasses was worn by the character eli, portrayed by actor denzel washington, in the 2010 motion picture, the book of eli. Mar 03, 2017 i thought he was blind when i saw the movie. Help us celebrate him this october at see more ideas about denzel washington, girls club and 20th anniversary.
Nov 21, 2012 the sunglasses that washington wears in the book of eli is mens oakley inmate race wear sunglasses. The book of eli, with denzel washington, is a fantastic movie to own. The book of eli the book of eli denzel washington coat. Reed, who felt that films within those genres were never given the. Oakley inmate gold 05630 book of eli, worn once, see pics, vgc, ln. Thebook of eli cant have a sequel actress mila kunis speaks about her forthcoming gary oldman, denzel washington starrer. Some recent movies with actors posing to look cool include 2 guns, starring denzel washington and mark walberg, where denzel sports a pair of solid black designer sports sunglasses. May 11, 2015 images ive shared through my radio show the movie music spotlight. In the movie the book of eli, was the character played by. Jan 20, 2010 for every film where i dont know the leading roles eyewear, theres another where i do. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The book of eli stunt coordinator jeff imada, who is a disciple of the book of eli martialarts fight trainer danny inosanto, who was a contemporary of bruce lee, trained me, and i. Included in this set are elis beanie cap, sunglasses, shawl, jacket, sweater, tshirt, pants, belt. Up for bid straight from the set of the action adventure, the book of eli, this is eli s denzel washington silver with 5 holes, close to original used in movie, same style leather sheaths.
With unflappable cool and surprising gentleness, denzel washington strides a bleak and barren world in the book of eli. This distressed costume can be seen worn by eli throughout the film. I was waiting for legion to start when the trailer for denzel washington s latest movie the book of eli was shown. Read denzel washington is a man on a mission in the book of eli and more of the latest on movies and films from a christian perspective.
Denzel washington has stepped it up for his role in the book of eli. Jennifer aniston may have been laughing and playing along when she gave a tourist her sunglasses during an oscars sketch, but she doesnt find it funny anymore. Oakley inmate denzel washington the book of eli actor denzel washington wears oakley inmate sunglasses in the movie the book of eli. The book of eli does depict a postpocalyptic world that has suffered a sgnificant decline of civilization. However, we have noticed that there seems to be a slight difference in the arms between the sunglasses from the movie and that displayed on the oakley website, but the frame style appears to be identical. The book of eli 2010 frequently asked questions imdb. It was his son the same one who convinced him to do training day which netted him and oscar and american gangster a nomination who ultimately convinced him to take on the role of eli. The programme featured an interactive panel discussion that comprised of a strong lineup of executives responsible for the sunglasses category in diverse travel retail operations. The book of eli 2010 2010 a postapocalyptic action film starring denzel washington. Once you get a glimpse of his efforts in the film youll immediately understand why denzel washington looked so. Denzel washington in oakley sunglasses from the book of.
I dunno much about the movie but you can watch the trailer using the link below. Denzel washington movie props, costumes, wardrobe and film. What are the sunglasses that denzel washington wears in the. Denzel washington, ethan hawke, scott glenn, nadine velazquez, don cheadle, mila kunis, ray stevenson, angela bassett, delroy lindo, john goodman. 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. Training day flight the book of eli malcolm x fallen. 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. Amid his many dense roles, he put on an oscarwinning performance as a villain of the 2001 drama training day. See denzel washington look like hes going to fall asleep at the golden globes. We head back to the scorchedearth landscapes of an undetermined future in the book of eli, a pensive thriller from albert and allen hughes. Also read complete information on national award, filmfare awards, cine awards, iifa, screen awards, and more for best actor. Here are just a few of the people and works recognized. Sama eyewear sunglasses are the worlds finest and most exclusive luxury eyeglasses for men and women.
Read honoree denzel washingtons full remarks at new. The book of eli sunglasses id celebrity sunglasses. Washington wears these glasses throughout the film, and they are prominently displayed on the movies onesheet poster, included with this lot. Hit movies with embarrassing bloopers that you didnt notice. From metallic to acetate, rectangular to round, classic to modern, all matched perfectly with glamorous outfits, we saw them all this year. The equalizer 2014 denzel s hero custom made shirt. Eli denzel washington sunglasses from the book of eli. Actionpacked theatrical trailer for denzel washington s the book of eli. What are the sunglasses that denzel washington wears in. The sunglasses workshop and awards 2019 was held on 1 october 2019 at the hotel barriere, le majestic in cannes. Denzel washington in the book of eli can you talk about the fight training you had to do for the book of eli. Denzel washington did not look happy about casey afflecks. 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. Make offer oakley inmate 05630 polished gold dark grey sunglasses denzel book of eli.
Denzel washington makes the postapocalyptic world somehow charming in the new film the book of eli. The title sounds metaphorical, but theres an actual tome carried by dutiful eli denzel washington as he marches silently through endless miles. Jennifer anistons sunglasses stolen during oscars skit. Also read complete information on national award, filmfare awards, cine awards, iifa, screen awards.
The tony and oscar winner shared what makes him proudest in this moment. The book of eli 2010 eli s denzel washington screen worn shirt. He finds a small town ruled by a ruthless man, who attempts to take the book. The sunglasses have gray tinted lenses with string wrapped around the temples to look weather and distressed film takes place in a postapocalyptic world. This is the recently released mc toys f034 16 scale the end walker 12inch figure which is inspired by based on the character denzel washington played in the 2010 american postapocalyptic action film the book of eli. Denzel washington has established himself as an actor of distinguished caliber. Want to know what denzel s costar, mila kunis is wearing during the book of eli. Solaras mila kunis sunglasses worn in the denzel washington postapocalyptic drama the book of eli. According to washington he wasnt initially interested in the book of eli. Get the book of eli movie complete list of awards won and nominations. Aug 01, 2019 denzel washingtons character makes his way across the wasteland of a postapocalyptic world to deliver a special book the last bible in existence.
Denzel washington, the book of eli in this postapocalyptic drama, denzel washington plays a blind man who has to protect the last bible on earth while spouting biblical phrases and wasting his. 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 house. Sunglasses at night is a song by canadian singer corey hart. Was denzel washington suppose to be blind in the movie the.
Had the book of eli arrived exactly a year ago, it might have been viewed as scorched satire on the swapping of. 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. Sometimes a movie becomes so popular that the sunglasses from said movie become popular, as well. Denzel washington did not look happy about casey afflecks best actor win at the 2017 oscars by alex ungerman 9. The downtrodden daughter of gang leader carnegie gary oldman can be seen wearing these glasses throughout the movie.
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