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The Book of Eli 2010

“Some will kill to have it. He will kill to protect it.”

★ 6.8/10 · 6,762 votes R ActionThrillerScience Fiction Released
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What is The Book of Eli?

The film "The Book of Eli" is a post-apocalyptic drama. The story takes place in a world that has been devastated, leaving a lone man to navigate the harsh environment.

Type
Film
Year
2010
Status
Released
Runtime
118 minutes
Release date
Jan 14, 2010
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Alcon Entertainment, Silver Pictures
Budget
$80,000,000
Revenue
$157,107,755
Genres
Action, Thriller, Science Fiction
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The film "The Book of Eli" is a post-apocalyptic drama. The story takes place in a world that has been devastated, leaving a lone man to navigate the harsh environment. He embarks on a perilous journey across America, driven by a singular purpose. The man's mission is to protect a sacred book, which holds the key to saving humanity. The book contains secrets that could potentially benefit the world. As the lone man fights his way through the desolate landscape, he faces numerous challenges and adversaries. His determination to safeguard the book remains unwavering. The film's narrative revolves around the man's quest to preserve the book and its contents. The story unfolds in a world devoid of civilization, where survival is a daily struggle. The lone man's journey serves as a testament to his unwavering resolve to protect the sacred book.

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Should you watch it?

“A lone man fights across post-apocalyptic America to protect a sacred book.”

Reasons to watch
  • very watchable
  • features action and thriller elements
Keep in mind
  • post-apocalyptic doom can feel grim and goofy

Watch it if you enjoy post-apocalyptic neo-Western action films.

The film carries an R rating and contains action and thriller elements.

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Frequently asked questions

When was The Book of Eli released?

The film was released on 01/15/2010 in the US.

Who directed the film?

The film was directed by the Hughes brothers.

Who wrote the film?

The film was written by Gary Whitta.

What genres does the film belong to?

The film is classified as an action, thriller, and science fiction neo-Western film.

Who stars in the film?

The film stars Denzel Washington and Mila Kunis.