Nic Pizzolatto, creator of "True Detective," has joined the team developing Marvel's highly anticipated "Blade" reboot as the film's screenwriter. This marks a reunion for Pizzolatto and actor Mahershala Ali, who starred in the third season of "True Detective" and will play the titular character in "Blade." Pizzolatto is working off a script by Michael Starrbury, and according to sources, has been involved in the project for several weeks. The addition of Pizzolatto to the team, alongside recently announced cast members Mia Goth and Delroy Lindo, indicates that the film is likely to have a darker and grittier tone than most Marvel productions. The film is set to begin production in May 2022 and is scheduled for release on September 6, 2024.
The upcoming "Blade" reboot has had a tumultuous history, but with the talent now attached, it appears that the film is finally on track. Director Yann Demange will helm the project, and Ali is set to portray the iconic half-vampire, half-human superhero. Fans of the original 1998 "Blade" film starring Wesley Snipes are eager to see what this new team will bring to the table, and Pizzolatto's involvement only adds to the excitement.
Despite the lengthy wait for the film's release, fans are thrilled to see the "Blade" reboot finally coming to fruition. With a talented team both in front of and behind the camera, the film is sure to be a highly anticipated addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
