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Articles for January, 2009

Hot Toys Bat Pod (yet another review)…

Posted by: vader at 7:30 pm on Thursday, January 29, 2009

One of my most anticipated purchases for this year is the TDK Bat Pod by Hot Toys. When Hot Toys announced last year that they were making one, I figured that it’s something I could skip buying since I am desperately running out of storage space for my toys. But after watching the movie and seeing the prototypes, I was convinced I had to take on whatever extra jobs I could just to raise funds so I can get myself one.

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Matty Exclusive MOTU Classics Stratos

Posted by: vader at 11:51 am on Saturday, January 24, 2009

My good friend Kenway Chee managed to get himself an early (albeit loose) copy of the upcoming MattyCollector.com Exclusive MOTU Classics Stratos figure. This exclusive figure will not be available for online order at MattyCollector.com until February 15.

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Here are a few more photos for everyone’s viewing pleasure.

THE GODFATHER Don Vito Corleone by Hot Toys

Posted by: vader at 6:56 pm on Thursday, January 22, 2009

Hot Toys is gonna make you an offer you can’t refuse! Hot Toys and Sideshow Collectibles are proud to bring you the best ever 1/6th scale Don Vito Corleone collectible figure from the legendary movie – THE GODFATHER.

Michael Jackson Mini Cosbaby by Hot Toys

Posted by: vader at 4:42 pm on Thursday, January 22, 2009

Hot Toys just released their latest prototype photos of their upcoming Michael Jackson Mini Cosbaby set.

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Each Cosbaby stands 3 inches/ 7 cm tall, featuring Michael Jackson in baby form. Each unique design is based on his appearance in one of his popular music videos and live performances.

DC Direct Items for September 2009

Posted by: vader at 6:00 am on Wednesday, January 21, 2009

WONDER WOMAN 1:6 SCALE Deluxe Collector Figure

It’s the figure Wonder Woman fans and 1:6 scale collectors alike have been waiting for!

This classic interpretation of Amazonian Princess Diana Prince is dressed in her classic-style, intricate and authentically detailed costume, including silver- and gold-toned, metal-plated bracelets and tiara, as well as her Lasso of Truth.
Featuring 28 points of articulation, the figure is packaged in a deluxe 4-color window box with a fifth panel and includes a display base.
Advance-solicited; on sale September 16, 2009 * Collector figure * $99.99 US
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President Barack Obama Inauguration

Posted by: vader at 1:43 am on Wednesday, January 21, 2009

We join the rest of the world in celebrating the Inauguration of the new leader of the free world – Barack Obama – the 44th President of the United States.

Mezco’s NOTORIOUS B.I.G. Figures Seals the Deal with Jamal Wollard

Posted by: vader at 10:10 am on Friday, January 16, 2009

New York- Jamal Woolard, star of NOTORIOUS, appears on BET’s popular show The Deal on January 16th to promote the new film. He’ll be sharing The Deal’s set with one of Mezco’s Notorious B.I.G. action figures. A hit with fans of both hip hop as well as the Urban Vinyl movement, the action figure has become somewhat of a staple of set décor. Mezco’s B.I.G. has appeared on MTV programs and bumpers, Space, Console Creatures, several BET programs and news reports, and a myriad of other tv shows, as well as dozens of print magazines and thousands of websites.

Mezco Prepares For The 13th with a New Jason!

Posted by: vader at 6:01 pm on Thursday, January 15, 2009

The legendary slasher of Camp Crystal Lake strikes again in the all new Friday the 13th film. The newest Friday The 13th film is a terrifying revision of the iconic horror franchise. The Jason Voorhees figure is crafted with incredible detail and comes with an array of weapons used in the film. Each figure stands over 7 inches tall and is fully articulated.

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Heath Ledger wins Golden Globe

Posted by: vader at 2:22 pm on Tuesday, January 13, 2009

Late actor Heath Ledger wins a posthumous Golden Globe for his portrayal of The Joker in last year’s blockbuster movie The Dark Knight.

The announcement of Heath Ledger’s name as the winner for Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture was met …

Hot Toys Michael Jackson Head Sculpt final version

Posted by: vader at 10:45 am on Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Hot Toys just sent us some photos of the revised head sculpt of their upcoming Michael Jackson 1/6 scale figure. This is is the final version and bears many improvements over the earlier prototype.

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