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Marvel's Ex-Blade Director Finally Made the Mahershala Ali Movie of His Dreams
PolygonTuesday, September 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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Bassam Tariq reflects on his "John Wick meets Moonlight" drama that premieres at TIFF 2026 and releases in September.
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- Culture sets the tone of public attention — what people argue about when the news cycle turns. Bassam Tariq reflects on his "John Wick meets Moonlight" drama that premieres at TIFF 2026 and releases in September.
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Bassam Tariq reflects on his "John Wick meets Moonlight" drama that premieres at TIFF 2026 and releases in September.
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Culture sets the tone of public attention — what people argue about when the news cycle turns.
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Polygon published: Marvel's Ex-Blade Director Finally Made the Mahershala Ali Movie of His Dreams
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