STAR WARS EPISODE IX DIRECTOR ANNOUNCED

STAR WARS EPISODE IX DIRECTOR ANNOUNCED

ANAHEIM, CALIF. (August 15, 2015)—Today at D23, Walt Disney Studios Chairman Alan Horn announced that writer-director Colin Trevorrow will direct Star Wars: Episode IX, which is set for release in 2019.

While production won’t begin for a few years, Trevorrow is heading to Lucasfilm this year to begin working with artists and his fellow Star Wars directors. “Colin is someone I’ve been interested in working with ever since I saw ‘Safety Not Guaranteed,’” says Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy. “The power of that film paired with the enormous success of ‘Jurassic World’ speaks volumes about his abilities both as a storyteller and skilled filmmaker. We are thrilled to have such an incredible talent as Colin join our family and step into the Star Wars universe.”

Trevorrow states, “This is not a job or an assignment. It is a seat at a campfire, surrounded by an extraordinary group of storytellers, filmmakers, artists and craftspeople. We’ve been charged with telling new stories for a younger generation because they deserve what we all had—a mythology to call their own. We will do this by channeling something George Lucas instilled in all of us: boundless creativity, pure invention and hope.”

Star Wars: Episode IX will conclude the third trilogy of Star Wars movies that begins with Star Wars: The Force Awakens on December 18, 2015.

Toynami Reveals Part 2 of their SDCC 2014 Exclusives

Toynami revealed part 2 of their SDCC 2014 Exclusives. Stop by Toynami's booth # 3229 to pick up their exclusives.

First up is Robotech Chibi Skull Leader VF-1S in Military Gray (pictured above).

Protecting Earth from alien conquest has never been more adorable! Strap into your Veritech and get ready for the 30th Anniversary of Robotech in 2015! Your favorite mecha get a chibi makeover in the forthcoming Robotech Super Deformed Blind Box collection. Toynami is excited to present the debut figure - the highly revered Skull Leader VF-1S Comic-Con Exclusive in military gray.

• Retail Price: $15
• Limited to 2,000 pieces
• Size: 3” Tall

 

30th Anniversary Voltron - Gold Edition

The 30^th Anniversary Voltron has already caused waves of popularity, selling out so fast, production can barely keep up with the demand! Now, a never-before-seen style twist on this incredible figure is the 2014 Comic-Con Exclusive Gold Edition, only 500 in the world! Standing at 11 inches tall (nearly 13 inches with its display base), the gold exclusive edition features all the same features as the 30^th version - LED light-up eyes (powered by replaceable batteries), sturdy die-cast and ABS construction, special signature Voltron key badge, interactive display base, and lion's-mouth blade accessories, all packaged in the classic retro-styled anniversary box, with exclusive gold edition security seals. 

• Retail Price: $300
• Limited to 500 pieces
• Size: 11” Tall, 13” w/display base

10" Vinyl UNKL DC Batman

Introducing the debut character from UNKL Presents DC Comics’ Heroes and Villians Blind Box Collection. More powerful than a locomotive, and just about as subtle...Inside this box you won’t find keys to the Batmobile, breath mints or the meaning of life, you’ll find something even better: The original 3” Batman UniPo magnified 340% exclusively for Comic-Con.  He’s a “Bigger, Badder Bat” at 11” tall (including the ears). You might say if crime didn’t pay before, it’s in the poorhouse now.

• Retail Price: $200
• Limited to 200 pieces
• Size: 10” Tall

Bronze Reaper Bust Signed by Director Guillermo del Toro

Cinemaquette and Elite Creature Collectibles present their first San Diego Comic-Con exclusive – the 1:3 scale Bronze Concept Reaper bust from Blade 2! Each bust will be hand-signed by Special FX Master Steve Wang and Blade 2 Director Guillermo del Toro. If you aren't attending Comic-Con this year, we're also offering a shipping option so you don't miss out. Simply choose whether to collect in person or have it shipped before adding the piece to your cart. If you request shipping, $25 will be added to your order.

Specifications: 

• Approximately 12 inches in height
• Attractive black marble effect base with gold nameplate
• Each piece will be hand-signed by Special FX Master Steve Wang and Blade 2 Director Guillermo del Toro
• Limited in production to 30 units worldwide

Pre-order/Purchase: http://www.cinemaquette.com/bronzereaper