Spider-Man 3 released earlier this year, however Spider geeks weren’t feeling it so much. If the inner kid in you still needs some toys, well Medicom Toys has replicated the cast of heroes and villains from Spidey 3 in Kubrick form. The set includes six characters, Spider-Man, Peter Parker, Venom, Sandman, Goblin and Black Suit Spider-Man in a movie poster-esque packaging.
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Plasticgod is set to release a new set of Axis of Evil toys made in conjunction with Super Rad Toys. This updated set of political leaders now includes the “Ghost of Saddam”. The set also includes Tony Blair, George W. Bush, Kim Jong II and Osama Bin Laden. The $120 set will be available for signing from Plasticgod himself at the Santa Monica Museum of Art on Saturday, December 12th.
Santa Monica Museum of Art
Bergamot Station (Building G1)
5:00 – 8:00 pm
2525 Michigan Ave., A3
Santa Monica, CA 90404
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Michael Lau’s annual CSBOOTH event took place last weekend at Michael Gallery. The exhibition featured some of Michael Lau’s latest paintings to go alongside his most famous facet of toy-making. Three different paintings included Prodig, DJ Tommy and Off World Creatures. Toys included general releases as well some special draws for rare one-off products Michael Lau has involved himself with in the last few months.
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At an awards show, Oasis once said “It’s a good thing we won, because we were going to thrash the place if we didn’t.” The perennial bad boys of British Rock will release a set of Bearbricks next year which include two 100% Union Jack inspired Bearbricks and a baby blue 100% Bearbrick. Each feature the Oasis logo across the chest. Available in Spring of 2008.
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Nexus VII has dropped some new items. They include a three dolls with hyde, a reversible beanie, a knit cap, LED flashlight and a Bottega Veneta look-alike collaboration with Porter on a woven long wallet. Available at select Nexus VII dealers including CRUISIN.
30 years ago or so, the “King of Rock n’ Roll” Elvis Presley passed away. To commemorate the King, Medicom Toy created a Bearbrick design which fits the profile of one of Presley’s most famous associated stage looks with the famous glasses. The Bearbrick belly just so happens to fit the unfortunate state of Presley in the last few years of his life. Available in Spring of 2008.
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A special follow-up to Amos Toys’ popular Wrestling Elves toys will release later this month. The toys were originally a 3D transformation of album art for Juno Mak’s Chapel of Dawn CD. This special mono colorway of the Wrestling Elves will be available to the Japanese public on December 20th at Amos Toys (Japan). However a further compliment will be available to the UK Webstore and at Hong Kong’s SiLLY THING.
Among a core of marquee toy-makers in Hong Kong, Michael Lau has established himself as one of the big players in the toy world. With a ton of accolades and projects, his yearly CSBOOTH 14 event is set to take place this weekend. The exhibition will include the customary release of toys. A preview sees ten toy set to go on sale. This marks a busy time for Michael Lau as just recently he came off a project with notorious fashion photographer Terry Richardson.
CSBOOTH 14 GARDENER STILL
Michael Gallery (8, 9 DECEMBER 2007)
Address: 11/F., Lok’s Industrial Building, 204 Tsat Tsz Mui Road, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong
Tel: +852 2811 3111
Email: crazysmilesmail@yahoo.com
Opening hours: 3 to 8pm
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For those familiar with Jim Philips’ work, he has established himself as one of the most iconic and well known graphic designers of his generation within the skate and surf scene. While previous collaborations have resulted in a Screaming Hand figure, Beams and Medicom Toy teamed up to produce a Screaming Leg figure which holds similar characteristics to the Screaming Hand design with the exception of more personified figure, possessing both limbs and a surfboard. Availalbe now at Beams.
The latest double branded Bearbricks from Medicom Toy have been announced. Never one to disappoint on the collaborative front, this latest series of previews and upcoming releases include some special Bearbrick Worldwide Tour 2007 releases, Christmas themed 50% Bearbricks, a pack of twelve Pepsi Nex x Fox Bearbricks based on popular Fox TV and movie characters, Saw 400% Glow in the Dark Bearbrick, Rolling Stones 1000% Bearbrick, Resonate Goodenough 100%/400%, Hysteric Glamour exclusive Ramones 50%/400% Bearbrick and a follow-up Fantastic Plastic Machine 400% Bearbrick. The whole comprehensive list can be seen here.
The 10th Anniversary of mastermind Japan has resulted in many interesting collaborations. Perhaps none as interesting as the recent uncovering of this Bandai figure based on the Gundam H2YM MS-06J ZAKUII. mastermind Japan were responsible for the colors and their mark is evident with the use of their skull & bones logo on the chest and shield. The two box packaging for this figure weighs in at a staggering 34 kilograms. Available for pre-order at Bandai Hobby Shop with a release date set for March of next year. Fans of mastermind Japan may find the ¥399,000 JPY (approximately $3,679 USD) slightly easier to stomach than most.
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With each passing toy event and exhibition comes a wave of special exclusive products as part of the festivities. The upcoming Medicom Toy Bearbrick Worldwide Tour 2007: Triumphant March is no exception. The special releases have been unveiled and include some big names. The releases include a BWWT (Bearbrick Worldwide Tour) Mastermind Japan 1000%, BWWT H.R. Giger 100% & 400%, BWWT Shag 400% and finally a set of five BWWT 100% Bearbricks. Look for these during the Worldwide Tour set to commence on November 23rd.
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