Re: Hot Toys: Ellen Ripley - Alien (Updated with new prototype HS)
MMS106 I have in my head for some reason.
MMS106 I have in my head for some reason.
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Re: Hot Toys: Ellen Ripley - Alien (Updated with new prototype HS)
Not if you're counting from their Famous Type "Matrix Neo" figure in 2000.
Not if you're counting from their Famous Type "Matrix Neo" figure in 2000.
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Re: Hot Toys: Ellen Ripley - Alien (Updated with new prototype HS)
Oh OK, MMS106 isn't really that old at all. But I'm sure they could give us an improved figure.
Hot Toys sure has come a long way in less than 15 years, huh?
Oh OK, MMS106 isn't really that old at all. But I'm sure they could give us an improved figure.
Not if you're counting from their Famous Type "Matrix Neo" figure in 2000.
Hot Toys sure has come a long way in less than 15 years, huh?
Re: Hot Toys: Ellen Ripley - Alien (Updated with new prototype HS)
Yes, although 15 years is a looooooooooooooooooooooooooong time.
But I don't really count that Neo. I think HT really started making a splash when they offered up their original Scar Predator and their "kits" of the Aliens Marines. At least that's when there seemed to be a lot more talk about HT as the 'new kid on the block'. That was around 2006... so in eight short years they have really jetted into first place and taken control of this hobby.
I'm certain they will do a new Alien.
Yes, although 15 years is a looooooooooooooooooooooooooong time.
But I don't really count that Neo. I think HT really started making a splash when they offered up their original Scar Predator and their "kits" of the Aliens Marines. At least that's when there seemed to be a lot more talk about HT as the 'new kid on the block'. That was around 2006... so in eight short years they have really jetted into first place and taken control of this hobby.
I'm certain they will do a new Alien.
Re: Hot Toys: Ellen Ripley - Alien (Updated with new prototype HS)
Yeah, with two new Ripleys, they've gotta take another whack at some new xenos. Personally, I'm hoping for a Big Chap, a Warrior and, of course, the Queen!
Yeah, with two new Ripleys, they've gotta take another whack at some new xenos. Personally, I'm hoping for a Big Chap, a Warrior and, of course, the Queen!
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Re: Hot Toys: Ellen Ripley - Alien (Updated with new prototype HS)
Does it make any sense to "reboot" the Alien franchise? Maybe take it in a different direction than AvP, even Prometheus?
We've never really seen a future civilization, a populated planet, battle a horde of xenomorphs. It could be too much like Starship Troopers, which isn't a bad film by any stretch, but it doesn't compare to the first two Alien movies.
If anything, at least we'd get some more offerings from Hot Toys.
Does it make any sense to "reboot" the Alien franchise? Maybe take it in a different direction than AvP, even Prometheus?
We've never really seen a future civilization, a populated planet, battle a horde of xenomorphs. It could be too much like Starship Troopers, which isn't a bad film by any stretch, but it doesn't compare to the first two Alien movies.
If anything, at least we'd get some more offerings from Hot Toys.
Marine Boy
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Re: Hot Toys: Ellen Ripley - Alien (Updated with new prototype HS)
You want to reboot a classic just to get more toys? Terrible idea. One of the reasons why Alien was so good was because we never really saw the alien until the very end. If you don't come up with a new creature design, all suspense is lost. The alternative is to come up with a new design which tops the first (not a hope in hell) The 1st Alien is the greatest movie creature ever (Predator 2nd).
As Robocop proved, a so-so remake is pointless and only makes you appreciate the originals more. While it has some good moments, i won't be buying any of the new figures.
You want to reboot a classic just to get more toys? Terrible idea. One of the reasons why Alien was so good was because we never really saw the alien until the very end. If you don't come up with a new creature design, all suspense is lost. The alternative is to come up with a new design which tops the first (not a hope in hell) The 1st Alien is the greatest movie creature ever (Predator 2nd).
As Robocop proved, a so-so remake is pointless and only makes you appreciate the originals more. While it has some good moments, i won't be buying any of the new figures.
YankeesFanboy
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Re: Hot Toys: Ellen Ripley - Alien (Updated with new prototype HS)
Toys are not the main reason to reboot, they're only a nice side benefit. Exploring the themes that were part and parcel to the Alien franchise - that's why I'd like to see another movie made, more so than another Predator.
Toys are not the main reason to reboot, they're only a nice side benefit. Exploring the themes that were part and parcel to the Alien franchise - that's why I'd like to see another movie made, more so than another Predator.
Re: Hot Toys: Ellen Ripley - Alien (Updated with new prototype HS)
True but the sad fact is even with these principle actors it gets a bit derivative and crap after awhile. IMO Alien managed 3 good films with Sigourney (many would say just two), Terminator managed only 2 good films with Arnie (some would say just one).
Pretty much it's best to just let it die and be dead but Hollywood being Hollywood, that doesn't happen.
True but the sad fact is even with these principle actors it gets a bit derivative and crap after awhile. IMO Alien managed 3 good films with Sigourney (many would say just two), Terminator managed only 2 good films with Arnie (some would say just one).
Pretty much it's best to just let it die and be dead but Hollywood being Hollywood, that doesn't happen.
Re: Hot Toys: Ellen Ripley - Alien (Updated with new prototype HS)
I agree Hollywood is out of ideas but I wouldn't want to see them remake aliens at all. For me what they would come up with would be similar to aliens resurrection or prometheus. The pinnacle of the aliens movie was the second movie. It just had everything in it tense horror, action and sci-fi all in one. Theres no need to remake any of the movies because the pinnacle of the franchise has already been met with aliens and alien.
I agree Hollywood is out of ideas but I wouldn't want to see them remake aliens at all. For me what they would come up with would be similar to aliens resurrection or prometheus. The pinnacle of the aliens movie was the second movie. It just had everything in it tense horror, action and sci-fi all in one. Theres no need to remake any of the movies because the pinnacle of the franchise has already been met with aliens and alien.
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Re: Hot Toys: Ellen Ripley - Alien (Updated with new prototype HS)
I've always preferred the original film as my personal best.
I've always preferred the original film as my personal best.
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Re: Hot Toys: Ellen Ripley - Alien (Updated with new prototype HS)
Now, I am glad I missed out on the first HT release and can finally get a Ripley. I do hope they pop up Alien Warriors - maybe 2.0 versions with less faults with the bodies like the standing issues, rubber peels, joint looseness, etc.
Now, I am glad I missed out on the first HT release and can finally get a Ripley. I do hope they pop up Alien Warriors - maybe 2.0 versions with less faults with the bodies like the standing issues, rubber peels, joint looseness, etc.
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Re: Hot Toys: Ellen Ripley - Alien (Updated with new prototype HS)
A Alien 2.0 could look more movie accurate, maybe bigger and without an overall rubber body.
The new Hot Toys figures have only rubber parts, for example the Dark Kingdom light armor Thor.
I assume LS-Rip will have the harpoon. If or when the Alien 2.0 comes out it would just be an improvment on the face I believe.
Thinking out load again...two Alien heads, one closed mouth the other with the retractible inner jaw. But that's
Not sure what else can be improved on the Alien fig. Better articulation I
But all this talk for a potential Alien 2.0 is now driving me
A Alien 2.0 could look more movie accurate, maybe bigger and without an overall rubber body.
The new Hot Toys figures have only rubber parts, for example the Dark Kingdom light armor Thor.
pjam
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Re: Hot Toys: Ellen Ripley - Alien (Updated with new prototype HS)
It was actually a grappling hook and I DO think (because they have her likeness rights) they will do a LS Rip -- that Moebius suit and helmet design is a marvel of modern art and because it was a final battle scene it will give HT an opportunity to do an Alien 2.0.
Seems when HT does get likeness rights ( e.g. Weaver's) they roll them out in multiples ( Arnuld, Nicholson, etc.)
I assume LS-Rip will have the harpoon. If or when the Alien 2.0 comes out it would just be an improvment on the face I believe.
Thinking out load again...two Alien heads, one closed mouth the other with the retractible inner jaw. But that's
Not sure what else can be improved on the Alien fig. Better articulation I
But all this talk for a potential Alien 2.0 is now driving me
It was actually a grappling hook and I DO think (because they have her likeness rights) they will do a LS Rip -- that Moebius suit and helmet design is a marvel of modern art and because it was a final battle scene it will give HT an opportunity to do an Alien 2.0.
Seems when HT does get likeness rights ( e.g. Weaver's) they roll them out in multiples ( Arnuld, Nicholson, etc.)
Re: Hot Toys: Ellen Ripley - Alien (Updated with new prototype HS)
Well, only 2 Nicholson's, one headsculpt each. Could be more really. They haven't exactly milked that one yet.
Well, only 2 Nicholson's, one headsculpt each. Could be more really. They haven't exactly milked that one yet.
abake
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Re: Hot Toys: Ellen Ripley - Alien (Updated with new prototype HS)
I'm sure we'll eventually get a reboot of the Alien franchise.
It's inevitable given Hollywood's track record, and I guess it makes sense from their perspective. It is becoming increasingly difficult to come up with a decent movie within the established universe, especially after Ridley Scott's less than stellar Prometheus, so why not just reboot the entire thing?
I'm not saying it's a good idea, just saying it makes sense from their point of view.
I'm sure we'll eventually get a reboot of the Alien franchise.
It's inevitable given Hollywood's track record, and I guess it makes sense from their perspective. It is becoming increasingly difficult to come up with a decent movie within the established universe, especially after Ridley Scott's less than stellar Prometheus, so why not just reboot the entire thing?
I'm not saying it's a good idea, just saying it makes sense from their point of view.
abake
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Re: Hot Toys: Ellen Ripley - Alien (Updated with new prototype HS)
How do you reboot Alien where it isn't ''just another monster'' movie
How do you reboot Alien where it isn't ''just another monster'' movie
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