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Over the past few days, we've once again spotted a handful of new teasers and trailers – this time featuring a monster and plenty of dark humor!

»Godzilla Minus One« was a massive success in 2023, even taking home the Oscar for Best Visual Effects. Now, the story is set to continue in November with »Godzilla Minus Zero«. The brief teaser doesn't reveal much yet, but it already establishes a truly epic atmosphere and stunning visuals:
https://youtu.be/Xmy-Z3dHMd8
Two years after the events of the first film, Kōichi Shikishima is trying to build a quiet family life with his wife, Noriko, and their daughter. However, Godzilla, whose return was hinted at in the finale of the previous film, throws a wrench in their plans...

Guy Ritchie's dark action-comedy series »The Gentlemen«, centering on Eddie aka "The Duke" (Theo James), and his criminal dealings, is also returning. In season 2, he aims to expand his empire, locking horns with the Mafia in the process. This promises plenty of action and absurd situations. The new season arrives on Netflix on September 3rd. Check out the teaser here:
https://youtu.be/aOY7HTQlsSo

Alejandro G. Iñárritu's latest project, »Digger«, is a satirical comedy about the megalomaniacal, wealthy, and powerful Digger Rockwell (Tom Cruise) and his desperate attempt to prove he is humanity's savior – from a catastrophe he triggered himself. The trailer suggests a truly original and absurd film, backed by a stellar cast. Alongside a completely transformed Cruise, the movie features John Goodman, Sandra Hüller, and Jesse Plemons, among others! It hits theaters this October.
https://youtu.be/qORTe1wW3Wg

Last but not least, we'd like to recommend you the trailer for »Bad Apples«:
https://youtu.be/4nhu80EmVQE
In it, Saoirse Ronan plays Maria, an overwhelmed teacher who finds a, let's say, unconventional way to deal with a problem student... The satirical thriller has already been acclaimed at various film festivals and hits theaters in September. We're really looking forward to seeing Ronan in this macabre role!

"Yeah, Bud, that's me!"

Kara proudly shows off our July postcard to her loyal companion, Krypto. She posed for Bill, who captured this heroic shot for us. The image features the McFarlane Toys Supergirl action figure based on the recent movie – specifically, Milly Alcock's portrayal of the heroine. A huge thank you for this wonderful postcard motif!

As always, you can snag a free copy of this awesome postcard, as we're including it in every package we ship out this month. Just browse through our shop – you'll find this figure and other cool »Supergirl« figures in stock. And for more epic toy photos, be sure to check out @toyphotoguy!

Exactly 40 years ago today, James Cameron's »Aliens« premiered in Westwood, California. The sequel to Ridley Scott's 1979 film »Alien« took a path entirely its own. While the latter followed the pattern of a classic horror movie and functioned like a slasher – with the spaceship Nostromo serving as an inescapable setting, much like a haunted house – the series' second part pivots to the action genre instead.

The story takes place 57 years after Ripley's first encounter with the alien. She has been drifting aimlessly through space in cryosleep aboard her escape pod. She is eventually discovered by chance and brought to a space station, where initially, little credence is given to her accounts of the encounter with the creature. However, when contact is lost with the now-colonized exomoon LV-426, Ripley is asked to join a squad of Space Marines to investigate what happened there. They arrive too late – the entire colony has been overrun by aliens, and the team must fight for survival.

The film delivers plenty of suspense and spectacular battle scenes. Ripley's character gains depth and undergoes significant development; she becomes a maternal protector to a young girl named Newt. Furthermore, the Alien-lore is expanded: building upon the cycle established in the first film – egg, facehugger, chestburster, and xenomorph – we learn the origin of the eggs and are introduced to the Alien Queen. She, too, is driven by the instinct to protect her brood. Consequently, the film culminates in a final showdown between the two mothers.

»Aliens« won two Academy Awards: Best Sound Editing and Best Visual Effects. In total, the film received nominations in seven categories, including a nod for Sigourney Weaver as Best Actress in a Leading Role. It also received nominations for Best Film Editing, Best Art Direction, Best Original Score, and Best Sound.

The »Alien« franchise has long been a major player in the world of collectibles, too. To mark the 40th anniversary of »Aliens«, James Cameron's classic is once again seeing a surge of new collectibles – much to the delight of fans. The range extends from affordable NECA action figures (featuring Xenomorphs, the Alien Queen, the Power Loader, and accessory sets) and premium 1:6 scale Movie Masterpiece figures from Hot Toys (Ellen Ripley and a Warrior Alien) to breathtaking dioramas from Prime 1 Studio, such as the Queen Alien Ultimate Diorama Masterline Statue, a colossal collectible that instantly leaves us breathless and drooling.

We hope you enjoy browsing our Alien category:
https://www.space-figuren.de/Movies/Alien:::4681_4712.html

This morning began with sad news: Sam Neill has died. The New Zealand actor passed away on Monday at the age of 78, surrounded by his family in Australia; his relatives announced the news on the actor's official Instagram account. His death was "sudden and unexpected." According to the statement from his relatives, he "passed with the dignity that has characterised his whole life." The family's statement further noted that the star had been "cancer free." The actor had publicly revealed his cancer diagnosis in 2023.

Born in Northern Ireland in 1947 to an English mother and a New Zealand father, Neill moved to Christchurch with his family in 1954. He first gained recognition for his performance in the film »Sleeping Dogs« (1977); leading roles followed in films such as »Possession« (1981), »Dead Calm« (1989), »The Hunt for Red October« (1990), »The Piano« (1993), »In the Mouth of Madness« (1994), and »Event Horizon« (1997).

He achieved particular fame for his role as paleontologist Dr. Alan Grant in »Jurassic Park« (1993); he reprised this role in »Jurassic Park III« (2001) and »Jurassic World Dominion« (2022).

In this likable New Zealander, we have lost a great actor who gave us many wonderful hours of entertainment in the cinema and on television. R.I.P., Sam Neill – we will miss you!

A good 45 years ago, Sam Raimi launched one of the most popular and enduring horror franchises of all time with »The Evil Dead«. Ash Williams, the protagonist played by Bruce Campbell, has long since become a pop-culture icon. After »Evil Dead II« (1987) and »Army of Darkness« (1992), Campbell reprised the role of Ash for the three seasons of the TV series »Ash vs Evil Dead« (2015–2018). The franchise had already gained new momentum in 2013 with the »Evil Dead« reboot – produced by Raimi and Campbell, directed by Fede Álvarez, and featuring an entirely new cast. »Evil Dead Rise«, directed by Lee Cronin, followed in 2023. Today, »Evil Dead Burn« opens in German cinemas.

Long-running franchises often have occasional misfires – films we would rather forget. The »Evil Dead« franchise, however, is a notable exception; there isn't a single bad film in the series. The producers have shown a keen eye for talented young directors when making the new films – a tradition that now continues with Sébastien Vaniček. He had already made a name for himself with »Infested« (originally titled »Vermines«). The fact that »Evil Dead« has never been for the faint of heart is evidenced by the many years the films spent on the banned list. Now, the French director Vaniček spices up his film with a generous dose of "New French Extremity." If early reviews are to be believed, »Evil Dead Burn« is the most brutal and terrifying ride in the horror series to date, packed with bloodshed and demonic chaos. Reviews have been overwhelmingly positive so far; the only occasional criticism is that the film doesn't significantly evolve the franchise. Fans should still get their money's worth and have a blast with this family reunion from hell.

To whet your appetite, here is the full-length trailer once again:
https://youtu.be/nMzhf6qYJ4I

And if not only you but also your collection is thirsting for blood, we recommend taking a look at the Evil Dead collectibles in our shop:
https://www.space-figuren.de/Movies/The-Evil-Dead:::4681_5143.html?language=en

Today we've got news and new trailers for you from two of the biggest fantasy and sci-fi media franchises around right now, which couldn't be more different from one another: »Dune« and »Avatar: The Last Airbender«.


Let's start with the world of the benders of the four elements. The live-action series »Avatar: The Last Airbender« only just launched its second season on Netflix two weeks ago, and now Paramount+ is already handing us the first trailer and a moved-up release date – July 25th – for the new feature-length animated film »Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender«. There's been no small amount of drama surrounding this movie: when Paramount abruptly decided a few months back not to bring it to theaters as planned, but to release it exclusively on its own streaming service, the outrage was huge. Apparently so huge that the entire film leaked online in 4K. That put Paramount under pressure and likely led to the earlier release. Since then, the company seems to have course-corrected a little, having realized this really is a pop-culture phenomenon: the franchise is getting its own panel on the stage of the legendary Hall H at San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC). The trailer itself looks absolutely epic:
https://youtu.be/7b20GRFZBFE

The film is set ten years after the original series. Team Avatar is trying to preserve a fragile peace while Aang wrestles internally with the destruction of his culture, until a mysterious stranger is discovered who wants to help rebuild the Air Nomads. The decision to stick with classic hand-drawn animation instead of CG clearly pays off; it's by far the most beautiful entry in the series and a homage to the golden age of anime cinema. A movie screen would definitely have done this film justice!


When it comes to production design and the sheer necessity of an (IMAX) movie screen, the second film in today's news is of course right at the very front of the pack. Director Denis Villeneuve's Dune series raises the bar with every installment when it comes to visual power and the scale of its universe, and with »Dune: Part Three« the monumental trilogy now reaches its culminating end on December 18th – an impact on cinema history you can safely mention in the same breath as »Star Wars« or »Lord of the Rings«. The film adapts Frank Herbert's novel »Dune Messiah« and is set roughly 17 years after the events of »Part Two«: Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) rules as Emperor over the entire universe, yet the religious fanaticism he unleashed among the Fremen takes on a momentum of its own that even he can no longer control. The brand-new, considerably longer trailer hints that Villeneuve may deviate from the book and, unlike in the source material, spare Chani (Zendaya) from dying in childbirth, instead potentially turning her into a figure who stands against an ever more powerful Paul:
https://youtu.be/NdvqHc56lE0

Newly on board: Robert Pattinson as antagonist Scytale, along with Anya Taylor-Joy as Paul's sister Alia. For the first time, the cinematographer is no longer Greig Fraser but Oscar winner Linus Sandgren (»La La Land«, »Wuthering Heights«), and the first small departures from the visual style of the previous two films are already visible in the trailer; it seems to be warmer, more saturated. Reportedly, most of this installment was shot directly onto celluloid, rather than Frasers digital-to-film-back-to-digital workflow, for the first time in the trilogy.

Arrrrr Mateys! The Jackdaw sets sail once more! Starting today, all up-and-coming assassins embark again on a grand plundering voyage through the early-18th-century Caribbean in »Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced«. Once more we take to the seas as Welsh rogue captain Edward Kenway with the loyal quartermaster Adéwalé, crossing paths with the famous figures of the Golden Age of Piracy such as Anne Bonny, Mary Read, Blackbeard, Benjamin Hornigold, Charles Vane, Stede Bonnet and Calico Jack. 

The 13-year-old game has been thoroughly overhauled, with the graphics and movement animations in particular substantially modernized. It looks truly gorgeous, the Caribbean is wonderfully colorful, and it is and remains a deeply immersive world – thanks in no small part to those brief, delightful voyages set to sea shanties and the marine fauna that have been kept in the game, still unmatched anywhere else in gaming.
The original cast returned as well, recording around six hours of brand-new gameplay and story material. The underwater world has been noticeably expanded: rather than only during dedicated diving missions as before, Edward can now dive anywhere, explore reefs and recover treasure. Loading screens between cannon fire and cutlass combat are gone, and the environments have been enriched with fresh parkour routes and countless new secrets to discover. So this isn't a mere one-to-one copy, but an apparently all-around successful attempt to blend a modern AAA game with the nostalgia of what is arguably the second-best AC. At any rate, the first three hours felt like a homecoming – into a familiar world that now shines with new splendor and all but calls out to you to finally set sail again.

To immerse completely into the game, you can decorate your room with the pirate-bootylicious collectibles for »AC Black Flag Resynced« by PureArts.

Don't be fooled by the English title – »Kill, Baby… Kill!« wasn't exactly inspired, which is why the original Italian title, »Operazione paura« (translating to "Operation Fear"), remains the best one in our eyes. But don't let the silly title put you off; this is one of the finest ghost stories ever made. It premiered in Turin exactly 60 years ago today. That is something worth celebrating!

Doctor Paul Eswai arrives in a small village to perform an autopsy on a young woman who died under mysterious circumstances. Eswai concludes that she committed suicide. However, the superstitious villagers claim that the ghost of a dead child is responsible for all the misfortune and that anyone who sees the child is doomed to die...

Mario Bava is a master of atmosphere. He effortlessly creates a seamless transition between reality and nightmare. Much of what is considered a staple of the horror genre today traces back to Bava, who was not only the master of Italian Gothic but is also regarded as the godfather of giallo. For instance, whenever you see a ball suddenly bounce across the frame in a horror movie – Mario was the one who pioneered that technique.

A few more side notes: The film almost fell apart over the casting of the ghostly girl. Bava auditioned hundreds of young girls for the role of Melissa Graps but couldn't find a suitable actress. Eventually, he cast Valerio Valeri, his caretaker's son, in the part. The boy, however, was reportedly anything but happy about having to wear a dress.

Although Bava was known for managing budgets exceptionally well, the production ran out of money during filming. Nevertheless, he managed to motivate the cast and crew to keep working without pay for the time being. There was no money left for the score either, so the director assembled the soundtrack largely from pieces used in other productions.

Here's the preview to whet your appetite:
https://youtu.be/Uy2WfCtVD70

Once every 10, 20 years a film makes its way into theaters that turns pretty much everything you thought you knew about modern cinema on its head, and that grabs you so personally you'd love to show it to every single person you meet. For our Tim, that film is »Pan's Labyrinth«. The work by cult director Guillermo del Toro celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, and following the announcement, complete with a trailer and exclusive poster, that the film is returning to theaters in October – planned here by Studiocanal, in the US by Cineverse and Fathom Entertainment –, Tim recalls:

I was 17 when »Pan's Labyrinth«, or »El laberinto del fauno« as it's called in the Spanish original, finally made it into German cinemas in February 2007, about half a year after its international theatrical release. The film had already picked up plenty of glowing reviews in the metal and gothic magazines I read as a teenager, and had just scooped up three golden boys at the Oscars a few days before I went to see it with three classmates at our village cinema. We were right in the middle of the fantasy boom kicked off by »The Lord of the Rings«, »Harry Potter«, and »Pirates of the Caribbean«, and I'd already caught a whiff of del Toro with »Hellboy« and »Blade II«. The Spanish Civil War fascinated me endlessly too ... and yet nothing had prepared me for what an experience this film would be. Beautiful and devastating and utterly disturbing all at once – the four of us were never quite the same afterward. For weeks, we'd greet each other in the school hallways by stumbling around with our hands stretched out in front of us, Pale Man style.
The way del Toro weaves historical, brutal reality together with the fairy-tale imagery of a twisted fantasy world is nothing short of genius, and it's a blueprint for some of his later masterpieces like »The Shape of Water« or »Pinocchio«.
At its core, the film tells a fairly simple story: Spain, 1944, shortly after the civil war. Young Ofelia (Ivana Baquero) moves with her pregnant mother (Ariadna Gil) to live with her stepfather, the sadistic Francoist Captain Vidal (Sergi López), who's busy hunting down the last remaining resistance fighters in the mountains. In a crumbling labyrinth, Ofelia meets an ancient Faun (Doug Jones) who tells her she's the lost princess of an underground kingdom — and sets her three tasks to complete. What follows is anything but escapism: the fairy-tale world is every bit as cruel as the real one, and fans still argue to this day over whether the ending brings redemption or tragedy.
I actually only learned while writing this piece that »Pan's Labyrinth« was originally meant to be the second part of a planned trilogy that del Toro started with »The Devil's Backbone« (2001) — another beautiful ghost story set in Civil War–era Spain. A third film never came to be – a fate that, sadly, also befell del Toro's Hellboy series.

The exclusive, stunning anniversary poster comes from the outstanding American artist James Jean, personally commissioned by del Toro. Twenty years ago, Jean was already designing covers for the DC/Vertigo series »Fables« – fairy-tale motifs have run through his entire career. Personally, the artwork reminds me a lot of the enchanted imagery of Dutch artist Anton Pieck. Definitely go take a look and judge for yourselves. My wall will probably be sporting it soon, should I manage to get my hands on a copy.

Speaking of decorating: all fans should take a look at the figures from the "Guillermo del Toro Signature Collection" by NECA, including the Faun, Ofelia, the Pale Man, and even ghost-master del Toro himself. Unfortunately the pieces are currently completely sold out, but it's worth keeping an eye out. Maybe the toad or the fairies will show up in time for the re-release.

Here's the official trailer for the 20th anniversary:
https://youtu.be/TaFZoqWoOj0
The melody of Ofelia's lullaby still sends shivers down our spines!

»Pan's Labyrinth« will be released in some cinemas as a meticulous 4K restoration (the version that was shown at Cannes Film Festival this year) or in generative 3D. Both versions were overseen by del Toro himself.

Today marks the premiere of Season 3 of »Silo« on Apple TV – one of today's best dystopian sci-fi series.

As a quick recap: Season 2 ended on a dramatic cliffhanger featuring a fiery decontamination event in the airlock involving Juliette (Rebecca Ferguson) and Bernard (Tim Robbins). An epilogue then flashed back 350 years, to the pre-apocalyptic era, showing journalist Helen Drew (Jessica Henwick) in conversation with Congressman Daniel Keene (Ashley Zukerman).

The stage was thus set: Season 3 unfolds across two timelines. We learn more about past events and the origins of many of the Silo's secrets. In Silo 18, three months have passed since the end of Season 2. Juliette survived the fire and was elected the new mayor, but she has lost her memory and cannot recall anything or anyone; she no longer knows how to distinguish friend from foe. Only occasional, fleeting fragments of memory surface – though initially, she cannot make sense of them. Once again, she finds herself caught between conspiracy and rebellion...

The new season consists of ten episodes, released weekly. A final fourth season has already been commissioned. To whet your appetite, here is the trailer for this suspense-filled mystery:
https://youtu.be/BLBvbMtjyAQ

»Minions & Monsters« is hitting theaters today. Our Mick put the film to the test last weekend:

I find the Minions quite cute, but I always felt they were aimed at a much younger audience. So, I really had no reason to see the new movie in the cinema, were it not for that sweltering heat making my apartment almost uninhabitable. An air-conditioned theater offered a temptation I couldn't resist. That's how I ended up watching »Minions & Monsters« last weekend, and I was pleasantly surprised.

The Film is a grand love letter to cinema, packed with film references – ranging from the works of the Lumière brothers to Damien Chazelle's »Babylon«. Countless scenes recreate film history, albeit strictly "minionized" and executed with immense affection and attention to detail. While the children in the audience were thoroughly amused by all the wacky slapstick, their adult companions could spot numerous allusions to film classics and cameos by stars like Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton.

The story centers on two Minions, James and Henry. James loves telling stories and drawing; in Henry, he finds a listener and a friend who truly appreciates it. Along the way, we learn that the Minions have been on Earth for ages, always searching for a Big Boss to serve. Over the centuries, their journey takes them to Hollywood, where they become major movie stars. However, their careers come to an abrupt end with the advent of talking pictures; their gibberish simply doesn't resonate with audiences. So, they move on in search of the next Big Boss. Only James, the storyteller, has found his true calling: he wants to make a monster movie...

»Minions & Monsters« loses a bit of momentum in the second half, relying almost exclusively on a string of slapstick gags. Still, the kids in the row behind me were having the time of their lives. I had actually just wanted to enjoy the air conditioning, but the Hollywood homage treated me to an entertaining 90 minutes. Afterwards, I watched »Supergirl«, but that's a whole other story.

The Lich King was not always the ultimate antagonist in the »World of Warcraft« universe. After all, Arthas Menethil was once the Crown Prince of Lordaeron and a Paladin of the Light. His life was nothing short of glorious until the plague befell his people, causing the victims to rise as part of the army of the undead that became known as the Scourge. To put an end to it, Arthas slaughtered his own subjects before they could turn. Dreadlord Mal'Ganis was responsible for that plague, and the prince soon hunted him down. Before his revenge could slip away, he claimed the cursed runeblade, Frostmourne. Whoever wielded it would gain infinite power but lose their soul. Arthas cared nothing for the consequences and used it to defeat Mal'Ganis. When his people welcomed him back to Lordaeron as a hero, he marched into the throne room and impaled his father with the sword. Shortly after, he plunged his homeland into ruin. Years later, the Lich King called him to his side to merge with him through the Helm of Domination, so that the Lich King would be reborn and seize control of the Scourge.

McFarlane Toys has immortalized this very dark presence in the Lich King Elite Edition. This is the 9th Elite Edition and also the manufacturer's first-ever »World of Warcraft« figure. With up to 22 points of articulation, you can pose the Lich King both with and without the Helm of Domination. The exceptional attention to detail in the Elite Editions is showcased here primarily in the runeblade Frostmourne and the game-accurate armor. The tattered cape is wire-reinforced, allowing for dynamic posing.

The Lich King Elite Edition has everything we could wish for in a Product of the Month: a tragically epic backstory, countless details that will make the heart of any »WoW« fan beat faster, and a price tag that truly stands out. On top of that, the figure comes with a redemption card that allows you to unlock four exclusive in-game transmogrifications. Who could say no to that?

We certainly can't! That is why we have named McFarlane's Lich King our 💥 Product of the Month 💥 July 2026. However, we cannot guarantee whether this action figure will actually allow you to command the Scourge. 😄

The first half of 2026 has come and gone, and as film fans, we have little to complain about. While there were a few blockbusters that fell merely into the "okay" category, there were also exciting smaller flicks like »Backrooms« and »Obsession«, whose young directors shook up the cinematic landscape and reflected the audience's craving for good, original stories. And in »The Furious«, we got the martial arts work we had long been waiting for. But let's take a look towards the future, at some new trailers for films that still await us in the coming months!

»Coyote vs. ACME« hits theaters this August – a film no one expected to see anymore, given that Warner Bros. had planned to shelve it and write it off for tax purposes. But Looney Tunes fans fought for the movie, and Ketchup Entertainment made Warner Bros. an offer they couldn't refuse.

After ACME products let him down once too often during his relentless pursuit of the Road Runner, Wile E. Coyote decides to hire lawyer Kevin Avery (Will Forte) to sue the corporation. The company is represented by Kevin's former boss, the shrewd attorney Buddy Crane (John Cena). Here is the trailer for this live-action/animation crossover:
https://youtu.be/H-43VeYGiPM

»Hope«, the new film from Na Hong-jin (»The Wailing« ), opens here on October 8.

In the remote South Korean village of Hope Harbor, Police Chief Bum-seok and Officer Sung-ae are called in to investigate incidents involving a mysterious creature wreaking havoc in the community. But appearances can be deceiving, and perceptions can be misleading...

It looks like exciting sci-fi monster action. The trailer itself is refreshingly understated. That's all we need to know – we're on board!
https://youtu.be/Vt7860xZFXk

We last saw Jenna Ortega as the moody, grumpy Wednesday Addams. In Taika Waititi's new film, an adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro's novel »Klara and the Sun«, she plays the exact opposite. Klara is an "Artificial Friend" who wants nothing more than to find the perfect home – and discovers a kindred spirit in Josie.

The enchanting Jenna Ortega, Taika Waititi's knack for wit and timing, and the heartwarming source material by Nobel Prize-winning author Kazuo Ishiguro – we're sold.
https://youtu.be/wixzainceAE
The film opens in October.

Last but not least, the first trailer for »Werwulf«, Robert Eggers' new film, was released yesterday. What an atmosphere! We were captivated from the very first second. But see for yourselves:
https://youtu.be/cmjpadVj-Vk

»Werwulf« tells a harrowing story of devotion, damnation, and the devil within. The film opens in the US at Christmas. However, just as with »Nosferatu«, we have to wait until the new year; »Werwulf« will kick off our 2027 cinema year in early January. We expect nothing less than a masterpiece!

Plenty of slaps were handed out in Italy last weekend, specifically at the Cinecittà World theme park in Rome, which hosted a Bud Spencer tribute event from June 26 to 28. It has now been ten years since the magnificent Carlo Pedersoli, whom we naturally know better as Bud Spencer, passed away on June 27, 2016. His family used the occasion to organize a fantastic fan event in the Italian capital in his honor. Holy smokes, what a great idea – and how we wish the S.P.A.C.E Crew could have been there...

Fortunately, our friends from Infinite Statue & Collectibles were on site and were able to send us some insider info. At their dedicated booth, visitors weren't just offered the existing Bud Spencer & Terence Hill Collection lineup for purchase; there were actually new collectibles featuring our two childhood heroes on display as well. Much like they did with their »Fantozzi« license, Infinite is set to release a series of smaller – and thus more affordable – PVC figures of Bud and Terence. It all kicks off with three Cine-Mini releases based on the Trinity films: Bambino in his iconic sheriff pose outside his office; Sleepy Joe on his makeshift sled, being pulled along by his horse; and the duo decked out in fancy suits from the saloon dining scene. Further new items are in the pipeline, though they haven't been cleared for announcement yet and remain top secret. Reports from Italy indicate that the pre-order phase won't begin until the Lucca Comics & Games convention in November at the earliest. Consequently, the figures likely won't be available until the spring or even summer of 2027.

We were really thrilled to hear this, as we feel it was high time for Infinite to deliver some new goodies for us SpencerHill fans. The absolute highlight of the weekend, however, was Terence Hill's appearance on stage (naturally, in his cowboy outfit). Interviewed by Bud's children, Giuseppe and Cristiana, he not only spoke warmly to the fans but also shared heartwarming and amusing anecdotes from the past. Although his gait was visibly labored (undoubtedly due in part to the sweltering heat), the fact that he insisted on thanking his on-screen partner and "brother" in front of the fans and participating in the celebration in such a personal way demonstrates once again just how much he values ​​his connection with them. Simply wonderful! Bud's widow, Maria Pedersoli, even briefly joined him on stage – a deeply emotional moment that rounded off the grand family celebration.

We've found a video of Terence Hill's celebrated appearance for you here:
https://youtu.be/uc3n2F9jI_Y

If you don't have plans for the evening yet, you might wanna check out Prime 1 Studio's Next Level Showcase XVIII. For the 18th time, the Japanese manufacturer presented numerous new high end statues spanning anime, gaming, comics, and film. You can watch the roughly 1-hour video here:
https://youtu.be/9It5bMqV3LI
For a fast overview of all upcoming attractions, jump on this page:
https://www.prime1studio.com/comingsoon

As always, things kicked off with the well-stocked anime section, featuring a total of nine new statues. Our highlight is the 1/4 Scale Albedo Statue from »Overlord«, set to be released as part of the Premium Masterline series. A fantastic concept, a sexy pose, and masterful paintwork make it a real eye-catcher. The same applies to the 1/6 Scale Chainsaw Man & Beam Statue from »Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc«, – a wonderfully wild and exuberant piece that truly does justice to the source material. Also worth mentioning is the Slan The Princess of the Uterine Sea 1/4 Scale Ultimate Premium Masterline Statue from »Berserk« – sexy and creepy at the same time – which certainly doesn't hold back when it comes to showing off her charms.

While there was only one new gaming reveal, it is certainly impressive: Atreus joins Kratos as a 1/3 Scale Statue. A bear and a wolf add extra impact to this piece from »God of War: Ragnarök«.

Prime 1 also showcased some new DC Comics releases, coinciding perfectly with the current theatrical release of »Supergirl«. The heroine herself appears here in 1:4 scale, based on the comic »Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow«. The statue is a masterpiece rich in detail, packed with references and easter eggs from the source material. And since the movie has brought Lobo back into the spotlight, he makes a spectacular appearance as "Lobo Batman: Batman Who Frags" from »Dark Nights: Death Metal« — based on a concept design by Carlos D'Anda.

With the 1/3 Scale Vampirella "Temptation" from the Real Elite Masterline, the name says it all. The bloodsucker, scantily clad in the red lifeblood of her foes, strikes a characteristically seductive pose – she is sexy as hell!

There were some real highlights among the movie statues this time, as well. We particularly love the »Predator: Badlands« Dek & Thia 1/3 Scale Statue; even Sweety Bud is part of the diorama. The »Godzilla Minus One« Godzilla vs. Shinsei-Maru Statue offers an equally cool concept, depicting the giant lizard's attack on the boat, dramatically staged both above and below the water's surface. Anyone familiar with the Transformers universe is sure to be hugely impressed by the new Devastator Statue based on »Revenge of the Fallen«. It is simply amazing how Prime 1 consistently manages to pack so much detail into a resin statue, absolutely teeming with intricate mechanical flourishes. Of course, the two brawlers from Eternia – He-Man and Skeletor – simply cannot go unmentioned. Even though the two 1/3 Real Elite Masterline Statues, based on the recent blockbuster, are already listed in our shop, they were another highlight of Showcase XVIII.

As their latest licensing acquisition, Prime 1 has also teased the Power Rangers as 1/4 Scale Statues. So we have yet another manufacturer taking on this cult franchise, though they will likely achieve only modest success with it in this price segment.

We saved the two literally biggest highlights for last: the Treebeard with Merry & Pippin 1/4 Scale Statue from »The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers«. The Ents are going to war and marching on Isengard. Standing an impressive 163 centimeters tall, this gigantic collectible is truly breath-taking!

Finally, to mark the 40th anniversary of »Aliens«, Prime 1 presents the Alien Queen's nightmarish breeding ground. This massive diorama brings that unforgettable movie scene back to life across an impressive width of 140 centimeters. Extremely detailed, extremely limited (to 40 pieces only worldwide!) and also extremely expensive – simply incredible!

Tomorrow marks the 40th anniversary of the fantasy adventure »Labyrinth«, one of director Jim Henson's most famous and beloved works, and an absolute passion project, which premiered in US cinemas on June 27, 1986.

It tells the story of teenager Sarah, who is made to babysit her brother Toby by her neglectful father and stepmother. Frustrated and annoyed, she makes an impulsive wish for Toby to be taken away by goblins. Instantly regretful when her wish comes true, Sarah has to find her way through a magical labyrinth in order to save her brother from the clutches of the Goblin King Jareth. But time is running ...

The film explores themes of growing up, with the labyrinth and its inhabitants symbolizing many of the obstacles and lessons to be learned: feeling lost, making decisions, learning who you can trust, and playing the hand you were dealt. »Labyrinth« is a modern fairytale that is dark, whimsical, heartfelt, and fun, with an endless array of fascinating creatures and settings, and it's not hard to see why it has become a cult classic despite its failure at the box office when it was first released. On top of that – what else could you expect from a Jim Henson film? –, the puppetry is impeccable and brings to life many beloved characters like Ludo, Hoggle, Sir Didymus, the Worm, and, of course, the Goblins. And who could forget a teenage Jennifer Connelly's wonderful performance as Sarah, and David Bowie in his most iconic role as Jareth?

No wonder the movie has stood the test of time and even now, 40 years later is still endlessly quotable and rewatchable. Fans, who wanted to experience it on the big screen (again, or for the first time) had the chance to do so earlier this year, when it got a – sadly limited – theatrical re-release in 4K. For those who missed it, Plaion Pictures, who had already made a 30th Anniversary Edition, published a steelbook with new extras and a beautiful, classy design just in time for this next milestone birthday. You can see it in detail in this review by Lazer City Lights on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/srNG2ldmD2w

And who knows – maybe we will also get a sequel for »Labyrinth« in the near (or, more likely, distant future). The project has reportedly been in development for years at the Jim Henson Company with the latest update being the announcement of Robert Eggers as director and co-writer. We're looking forward to see where this goes!

Of course, we can't forget the collectibles. With their unique designs and visual style, the characters from this film are perfect to be turned into statues and figures. Weta created several wonderful and detailed statues, which you can buy in a bundle of 5 in our shop. The statue of Jareth and Sarah in the Illusionary Maze is still available on its own as well:
https://www.space-figuren.de/Filme/Die-Reise-ins-Labyrinth:::4681_4996.html

Also in 1/6 scale, Kaustic Plastik is set to finally release their figure of Jareth for pre-order in time for this year's San Diego Comic Con next month. We're super excited for this next entry in their high-end Maestro Line!

Are you (re)watching »Labyrinth« to celebrate the occasion, or at least put on the stunning soundtrack? And which other collectible would you love to see for this movie?

Today marks the launch of »Supergirl«, the second film in James Gunn's DC Universe. It follows last year's »Superman«, which was directed by Gunn himself while for this new blockbuster, Craig Gillespie sat in the director's chair. The film is loosely based on the comic book series »Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow«.

Kara Zor-El, aka Supergirl, finds herself facing an unexpected and ruthless adversary. Reluctantly, she teams up with an unusual ally and embarks on a spectacular journey across the universe to seek justice and revenge – or so the film's brief synopsis goes.

Warner Bros. has been heavily promoting the film over the past few months and weeks, releasing various trailers and short clips.

We really like Milly Alcock in the titular role; her disillusioned, "no-future" party-girl attitude feels refreshingly different and clearly sets her apart from her cousin, Superman. The story's antagonist, the brigand Krem of the Yellow Hills, played by Matthias Schoenaerts, looks like he stepped straight out of a Mad Max movie. Naturally, we are especially hyped to see Jason Momoa as Lobo. It seems like the perfect role – one Momoa was born to play. Quite interesting will be the fact, that we will finally have the chance to get to know the real culture of the Kryptonians through the eyes of a teenager who lost her home instead of the waring message of Kal-Els parents.

Of course, »Supergirl« is also getting us in the mood for some cool collectibles:
https://www.space-figuren.de/Movies/Supergirl:::4681_5675.html

And given the current Kryptonian-level heat, we are hugely looking forward to the air-conditioned comfort of the movie theater!

The Avatar and his friends enter the Earth Kingdom today! In the second season of the Netflix live-action adaptation of »Avatar – The Last Airbender« Aang, Sokka, and Katara set out to find an Earthbending master to teach the young Avatar. Along the way, they get caught up in intrigues and conflicts both outside and inside the capital city of Ba Sing Se. The events in the Earth Kingdom unfold over seven episodes, which you can watch seamlessly. Here is the trailer once again to get you excited for an epic adventure:
https://youtu.be/M_Las484swM

Fans of the original series already know what to expect at its core. However, even the first season was heavily altered in some places. So, let's stay tuned for what awaits us in season 2 of »Avatar – The Last Airbender«. Fortunately for us, the third season was confirmed long ago and filming has even completely wrapped by now. This means the finale is officially secured!

Are you excited for Toph's appearance and the events in the Earth Kingdom?

Tomorrow, »Obsession« finally hits German cinemas. Few horror films by a newcomer have generated as much buzz in recent months as Curry Barker's work. Following enthusiastic reactions at festivals and preview screenings, many genre fans are wondering if the hype is truly justified. Mick already had the chance to see the film at a preview screening. Here is his take on the movie:

The premise is deceptively simple – "Be careful what you wish for." –  but it's truly astonishing what director Curry Barker, born in 1999, has achieved with his feature debut.

The hype surrounding this movie is absolutely warranted. It not only has what it takes to be the horror film of the year but also the potential to become an instant classic.

Barker belongs to a new generation of film geeks – alongside Kane Parsons (»Backrooms«) and brothers Michael and Danny Philippou (»Talk to Me«, »Bring Her Back«) – who took their first steps in the medium as YouTubers and are shaking up the horror genre with fresh ideas. Box-office figures from recent weeks demonstrate that audiences are craving new, original material that breaks away from the beaten path; »Backrooms« and »Obsession« significantly outperformed »The Mandalorian & Grogu« and »Michael«.

But back to »Obsession«:
Baron "Bear" Bailey is hopelessly in love with his colleague Nikki Freeman, yet he cannot bring himself to reveal his feelings to her. Advice from his friend Ian proves to be of little help either. Bear, Ian, and Nikki work alongside their friend Sarah Harper at her father's music store and spend much of their free time together.

Bear's fear of confessing his love to Nikki is entirely understandable. What if she doesn't return his feelings? A confession would change everything – their friendship could fall apart.

While looking for a gift for Nikki in a New Age knick-knack shop, Bear discovers a display of small "One Wish Willow" packets; according to their retro packaging, they are supposed to grant wishes. He buys one for Nikki. Later that evening, while driving the girl of his dreams home, he once again fails to summon the courage to confess his love. Without truly believing in it, he opens the packet, snaps the willow twig, and wishes that Nikki would love him more than anything else in the world.

His wish comes true, and Nikki quickly develops an obsessive love for him...

The dynamics of this relationship are brilliantly captured and staged with wit, a keen sense of the absurd, and a steadily mounting sense of unease – executed with the stylistic confidence of a seasoned pro. The direction, timing, composition, and music are perfectly synchronized. Humor and tragedy are skillfully balanced, never clashing or cancelling each other out.

The young cast, including Michael Johnston (Bear), Cooper Tomlinson (Ian), and Megan Lawless (Sarah), gives excellent, credible, and nuanced performances. However, Inde Navarrette delivers a truly Oscar-worthy performance as Nikki Freeman, shifting between extreme emotions almost by the second.

She is manic, tender, violent, vulnerable, joyfully in love, and simultaneously desperate at the prospect of rejection. She is both the obsessive-compulsive product of Bear's wish – controlled by the One Wish Willow –, and the real Nikki, trapped deep within and unable to fight against this wish, or rather, curse. 

»Obsession« managed to affect me in a deeply unsettling way, and it stayed with me long after I left the theater. It is a film I can highly recommend!

You should definitely keep an eye on Curry Barker and Inde Navarrette in the future.

Calling all adventurers of the Forgotten Realms: Sideshow delighted us last week by confirming a license for »Baldur's Gate 3«! The American manufacturer officially announced upcoming collectibles and art prints. So, we're highly anticipating that our beloved companions Astarion, Gale, Shadowheart, Wyll, Lae'zel, Karlach & Co. will soon be filling first our shelves, and then yours, in high-end quality. Most of all, we are hoping for exquisite Premium Format Figures that perfectly reflect the love for this masterpiece.

»Baldur's Gate 3« was crowned Game of the Year in 2023 and has already captivated over 20 million players to date. The breathtaking fantasy setting is nestled within the »Dungeons & Dragons« universe. Larian Studios, previously known for »Divinity: Original Sin II«, crafted an incredibly multi-layered story within the D&D framework, featuring characters that stay with the player long after the game ends. All the more reason to celebrate that Sideshow grabbed this license, ensuring you won't have to do without your favorites outside of the game for much longer.

In any case, we are excited to see which companion or villain Sideshow tackles first and look forward to the upcoming reveals!

Which character do you want to see most as a statue?