Hot Toys Red Skull is official

[IXI Nick IXI]

many people forget that these are TOYS and not miniature real people...

As long as the sculpts are recognizable then I'm fine with it. I'm certainly not going to complain because a magazine scan that was originally only about an inch big doesnt look like Hugo Weaving is sitting on my computer desk...

 

[NewGoblin23]

many people forget that these are TOYS and not miniature real people...

As long as the sculpts are recognizable then I'm fine with it. I'm certainly not going to complain because a magazine scan that was originally only about an inch big doesnt look like Hugo Weaving is sitting on my computer desk...

I wish more people realized this. 99.9% of HT headsculpts are great but if "the nose was a bit off" or if "his eyebrows aren't accurate" then everyone starts going to extremes saying they won't get it. It looks like the Red Skull, and based off that extremely small picture it looks like Hugo Weaving. I think its pretty damn good for a 12 inch action figure

 

[mikericm]

I wish more people realized this. 99.9% of HT headsculpts are great but if "the nose was a bit off" or if "his eyebrows aren't accurate" then everyone starts going to extremes saying they won't get it. It looks like the Red Skull, and based off that extremely small picture it looks like Hugo Weaving. I think its pretty damn good for a 12 inch action figure

Can I get an amen!

 

[badrat]

Because I'm not much of a complainer, I actually appreciate those folks who do voice their opinions about these figures.

I remember when Cap's shield looked too small in his proto pic. I didn't notice until someone pointed it out. Now its size looks awesomely accurate. If someone at HT was reviewing these forums and read that, maybe it got to fixed. Who knows.

I think, sometimes, we do underestimate the value of some of the squeaky wheels we have on this forum.

I'm just sayin'...

 

[Anthrapoid]

I might have sounded too judgmental about the Hugo likeness,
but it's probably because I am a professional portrait sculptor.
For me, it's all too easy to visualize a direct comparison between
the real actor's face and that fuzzy scanned inch-tall photo.

The likeness is very close, but considering the price will likely be
around $200, I don't think it's unreasonable to expect extremely close if possible.
That sounds a bit snobby, but consider:
There are cases in which the rights to the actors' likeness are not granted at all. (John Hurt / Kane)
So, when the rights ARE granted, full advantage should be taken, and that extra mile should be trod
on the part of the sculptors.
I know from personal experience how difficult it can be to make a small portrait
look extremely true to the original, and HT has succeeded many times.
The Bat-Cowl notwithstanding, HT has done an exquisite likeness of Michael Keaton, yes?
And Christopher Reeve as well. (I've PO'd both of them, because they're just too good.)

All I'm saying is, don't be afraid to desire excellence. It's a win-win attitude.

 

[jayveeeusebio]

All I'm saying is, don't be afraid to desire excellence. It's a win-win attitude.

You see this HT?

 

[IXI Nick IXI]

I dunt have a problem with people being picky. I just think people are way to quick to jump the gun and complain about the least little thing...like people cancelling cap because there are some loose threads showing. And I see no problem complaining about the Hugo likeness...once we see proto pics.

 

[Anthrapoid]

..and the cube!

I KNOW you meant the cube WITH an internal light-up feature,
and you just forgot to type it.
By the way- it was called the Tesseract.


and Nick~
I'm not complaining at all. I'm encouraging HT to try and do better.
The photo of the Hugo sculpt isn't unclear to me; I can zoom in and see it just fine.
Like I said above, it's a very close likeness- but not nearly as good as the M. Keaton or the C. Reeve.
Furthermore, the Hugo sculpt is the ONLY thing about the figure I feel could be better;
The rest of it rocks. I give credit where it's due.

 

[IXI Nick IXI]

My comment want directed at you really...your post was just sort of a springboard for the rest.

I do understand what you're saying...I'm just going to reserve judgement until the proto pics are released.

 

[badrat]

My comment want directed at really...your post was just sort of a springboard for the rest.

I do understand what you're saying...I'm just going to reserve judgement until the proto pics are released.

Agreed. So will I.

 

[Uncanny Web-Slinger]

If the price is right i'm getting this guy, hope he comes with a light up Hydra rifle.

 

[Uncanny Web-Slinger]

How many of you guys would actually display the Hugo head?

It'll be a nice addition, but the Red Skull is where it's at, having this second sculpt is just gonna push the price up.

So will you use it in this figure or do you just want it to part out or kitbash?

 

[steve74]

I will probably bash another figure with it, display 2 Cap and 2 Red Skull figures.

 

[jayveeeusebio]

I will probably bash another figure with it, display 2 Cap and 2 Red Skull figures.

Great idea there Steve.

 

[jayveeeusebio]

I KNOW you meant the cube WITH an internal light-up feature,
and you just forgot to type it.
By the way- it was called the Tesseract.

You read me there!

That would be fabulous!

 

[lobox42]

I will probably bash another figure with it, display 2 Cap and 2 Red Skull figures.

Me too!!!

 

[Wake]

Me too!!!

I'm gonna do this but only is weaving head sculpt it accurate. Also if USO cap comes with Comic book costume.

 

[Desamo]

Looks great but easy pass.

 

[jayveeeusebio]

Looks great but easy pass.

 

[Hamanu]

Looks great but easy pass.

Ditto.

Still, I'm glad this will make many collectors happy. Even though I'm not a fan of Cap or Red Skull, I have the same fanaticism when it comes to Thor/Odin/Loki