As far as sentimental value, I had a discussion the other day about how Ledger scratches all the boxes.
The Dark Knight in its own right is a classic film. Historically significant.
The material is rich, the character is great also, but Ledger's take on the role.. would I dare call it the most iconic cinematic portrayal of all time?
I think it is..
Perfect even, and absolutely timeless. A once in a lifetime performance. The stars aligned for this in a way that beats a trilllion to one odds.
Not to mention the character's appearance lends itself perfectly to this craft. It's the ultimate test of sculpture, painting, rooting, and tailoring, and that's leaving out the fun factor, and the endless slew of options from posing and accessories, non of which can fully capture or encapsulate the whole character.
And that's only on the surface. There's also added value for every individual.
Nostalgia being one.
But also speaking for myself as a collector, when my journey began, the DX11 was the best on the market and the most popular release at the time. And for obvious reasons, a Ledger Joker representation was highest on my list of grails. But the DX11 was already sold out, and too expensive at the time. I thought my best course was to wait for the next inevitable release from Hot Toys, crossing my fingers year after year at every Toy Fair event, through which a decade would pass and that would never come.
As I'm approaching my endgame now, much more invested and experienced in the hobby, I guess closing out with a Ledger figure, and what is looking like the best 1/6 figure I will ever own, is a coming full circle moment.
When I'm done I'll be able to say that's the one figure if I had to let go of all the rest. A pinnacle of 1/6 scale, and a faithful representation of one of my favorite characters.
Truly, Ledger's Joker is the exception if one was to over indulge.
I think winning the detonator in a live giveaway is the cherry on top for me.
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