1/6 Hot Toys - POTC5 - Jack Sparrow Figure (Artisan Edition + Regular) Collectible Figure

[Wor-Gar]

Maybe he needs more mascara?

 

[BrooklynWolf X]

Maybe he needs more mascara?

It’s funny, I actually took that side by side pic and darkened/filled out the bottom eyelids to see if it helped…

It didn’t

 

[webhead05]

Well if you present the figure in its entirety, sure. How can they say it’s NOTJack Sparrow?

But show them this?

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Tbh, I don't think most people could reliably identify a disembodied face like that anyway, particularly one that has makeup on.

We're part of a very niche community that analyzes these things down to the millimeter, so of course we can find fault if we examine anything long enough. I'm not sitting here telling you that's a dead match for Johnny Depp, but it's a lot closer than it is further away.

 

[BrooklynWolf X]

Tbh, I don't think most people could reliably identify a disembodied face like that anyway, particularly one that has makeup on.

Mmm, disagree with you there. If you show anyone this-



They can absolutely tell you it’s Johnny Depp as Jack Sparrow. Thats if the person is familiar with the actor, of course.

We're part of a very niche community that analyzes these things down to the millimeter, so of course we can find fault if we examine anything long enough. I'm not sitting here telling you that's a dead match for Johnny Depp, but it's a lot closer than it is further away.

Sure we’re a niche community, but the analyzing and scrutinizing typically is reserved for the minute details, such as button size, hat size, if a strap or belt is the right color etc etc.

However when it comes down to portraits, which is usually the main selling point (for me at least) of a figure because it’s supposed to look like the actor…well, scrutinizing happens when it doesn’t resemble the actor right? This isn’t a question if the hairline is too far back or the skin tone is off though. At this moment, the resemblance isn’t there for me at all and the only highlight of this new figure is the smiling portrait…and that to me is unfortunate because IMO, that means you’re only getting half a figure, know what I mean?

If it’s close enough for you, that’s cool. Legit glad you can enjoy it. But I feel we’re in a time where we have InArt and other companies doing phenomenal work, that HT should be able to produce a Jack Sparrow that leaves no room for error.

 

[BrooklynWolf X]

Maybe he needs more mascara?

This is a silly, quick and ugly edit

 

[Gipetto0812]

So the wily Jack is supposed to have a fat face?

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No thanks, I'll stick with the Dior frontman chiseled look.

I used to want this Cinemaquette statue so bad especially after seeing one repainted. Currently, very happy to hear that JND are making a 1/3 statue of him. Hopefully, it comes out as good (to me) as their Reeve and Cavill Superman pieces.

 

[Sassafras]

I used to want this Cinemaquette statue so bad especially after seeing one repainted. Currently, very happy to hear that JND are making a 1/3 statue of him. Hopefully, it comes out as good (to me) as their Reeve and Cavill Superman pieces.

As a fan of the character was fascinated by the idea of the Cinemaquette until I saw the chubby cheeks. WTF. I've always thought of Depp as sharply cheekboned at least when he hadn't put on the recent pounds during that fiesta of a trial. And I do mean fiesta like when fans brought alpacas to the courthouse.

Could be my first JND if they nail it.

 

[Sassafras]

This is a silly, quick and ugly edit

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Darken the eyes I am curious.

 

[BrooklynWolf X]

Darken the eyes I am curious.

Like this?

 

[Luisenigma1]

Finally paid the final payment for Artisan Jack from SS. Expensive as always but at least I'm excited to see it arrive.

 

[Sassafras]

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Like this?

Yep. I think the darker iris is what folks are more used to. But a lot of the films have night shots anyway. Your pics just have me thinking what a good sculpt it is - they both are, actually. Great paint on the Artisan re the closeups.

 

[Rzeznikk]

I always like to hear what a non-collector has to say. I ask my wife all the time.

The only thing she asks me in return is: if I say it's good, will you stop buying them?

My wife is a huge Johnny Depp and Harrison Ford fan as well. She also likes Heath Ledger and Viggo Mortenson so I tend to show her these figures to get an outside subjective opinion on what she thinks looks the best.

 

[Wor-Gar]

My wife is a huge Johnny Depp and Harrison Ford fan as well. She also likes Heath Ledger and Viggo Mortenson so I tend to show her these figures to get an outside subjective opinion on what she thinks looks the best.

Does she think your DX15 Sparrow is better or worse than InArt Aragorn...?

The challenge is set!

 

[Rzeznikk]

Does she think your DX15 Sparrow is better or worse than InArt Aragorn...?

The challenge is set!

I will have to ask her

 

[Rzeznikk]

So with this new DX38 and Present Toys Edward it has me back on a huge Depp kick. Since I'll have yet another Sparrow and a second Edward display it's got me rebuilding my 1:6 Depp collection. DX38 will be the center piece for that I'm thinking. Just rebought the HT Ichabod (used) and HT Sweeney (brand new). And also rebought the McFarlane Victor from Corpse Bride.
With Mars Toys teasing Depps Wonka awhile back I'll end up with two (since I have my custom) so he'll be added to the Depp display.
DID Gangster Johnny, Tonto, Rango, and a good quality Mad Hatter are still on my list.

Won't consider high end customs yet.

 

[Rzeznikk]

Does she think your DX15 Sparrow is better or worse than InArt Aragorn...?

The challenge is set!

To answer your question she said the Sparrow looks more like Johnny than the Aragorn does Viggo.

 

[Wor-Gar]

WINNER!

DX15 Sparrow over InArt Aragorn!!!!

Sad, sad, sad...

 

[Gipetto0812]

So with this new DX38 and Present Toys Edward it has me back on a huge Depp kick. Since I'll have yet another Sparrow and a second Edward display it's got me rebuilding my 1:6 Depp collection. DX38 will be the center piece for that I'm thinking. Just rebought the HT Ichabod (used) and HT Sweeney (brand new). And also rebought the McFarlane Victor from Corpse Bride.
With Mars Toys teasing Depps Wonka awhile back I'll end up with two (since I have my custom) so he'll be added to the Depp display.
DID Gangster Johnny, Tonto, Rango, and a good quality Mad Hatter are still on my list.

Won't consider high end customs yet.

I’d love an Art Figures or Present Toys rooted Mad Hatter and Sweeney Todd. I’ll be old and grey by the time Mars reveals Depp’s Willy Wonka let alone actually releasing it

 

[Rzeznikk]

I’d love an Art Figures or Present Toys rooted Mad Hatter and Sweeney Todd. I’ll be old and grey by the time Mars reveals Depp’s Willy Wonka let alone actually releasing it

I could maybe see them doing a Mad Hatter, but I feel like Sweeney won't happen. But who knows. I've seen stranger releases.

 

[Gipetto0812]

I could maybe see them doing a Mad Hatter, but I feel like Sweeney won't happen. But who knows. I've seen stranger releases.

Idk, it seemed highly unlikely that we would ever get another Edward Scissorhands aside from the god awful Medicom figure or the HT w/o Depp's likeness, yet here we are with 2 (3 if you count AF's Artisan version) pretty great options over a decade later.

The HT Sweeny Todd is a fantastic release, especially when you consider it was about $190 when officially released at other retailers aside from sideshow (back when retailers used to give about 10% off MSRP).

An upgrade to Medicom's Mad Hatter would be very much appreciated. I had mine resculpted and haired by Jacob Rahmier (sp?) but it was way back when he was just starting out so nothing compared to his current talents.

Depp is one of my top favorite actors, so I just selfishly want updated versions