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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Greg Evans

How the unmade Blade movie played a part in success of hit film Sinners

  • The successful horror film Sinners used costumes originally prepared for Marvel's troubled Blade movie, as revealed by producer Sev Ohanian.
  • Ohanian explained that Blade was set to feature a past era, similar to Sinners, and costume designer Ruth Carter had a warehouse of period-appropriate clothes.
  • Marvel Studios generously allowed Sinners to purchase these costumes at cost, saving the production significant time and effort, particularly for background actors.
  • Despite the costume connection, the Blade film, starring Mahershala Ali, has faced numerous setbacks, including director changes and an indefinitely postponed release date.
  • In contrast, Sinners, directed by Ryan Coogler, has been a major box office success, earning over $364 million worldwide, with Coogler securing a rare deal to own the film after 25 years.

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