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Sony Pictures and Nintendo have announced the first details for the long-awaited live-action adaptation of »The Legend of Zelda«. The world of Hyrule is expected to hit the big screen on May 7, 2027.

Wes Ball, known for his work on the »Maze Runner« series as well as last year's »Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes«, will direct, while the script will be written by Derek Connolly, who has worked on films such as »Jurassic World« and »Kong: Skull Island«. Shigeru Miyamoto, the creator of the Zelda series, is involved as a producer and will ensure that the essence and atmosphere of the game are faithfully captured. After all, the live-action film will certainly raise high expectations – »The Legend of Zelda« is one of the most well-known and successful video game franchises in history.

For die-hard fans, there was initially one special question to be answered: Will Link be able to talk in the film? Tradition dictates that we must slip into the role of the silent hero, game by game. Even when all other important characters were given a voice in »Breath of the Wild« and »Tears of the Kingdom«, Link was still speechless. But a film in which he only makes sounds would be absurd. Therefore, Wes Ball confirmed that Link will be given the ability to speak in order to function as an authentic protagonist.

The choice of actors is also a hotly debated topic among fans. Many people want Hunter Schafer to play Zelda, and she has already expressed interest in the role. However, nothing is certain yet, and the leaked casting call also states that younger actors between the ages of 16 and 23 are primarily being cast for Link and Zelda. So let's wait and see who the decision falls on.

We're looking forward to an adventure that not only taps into nostalgia but also ushers in a new era for Link, Zelda, and Hyrule.

GREAT SCOTT – it's already been 40 years since »Back to the Future« hit theaters in the US. Let's celebrate this anniversary with a blast!

The Power of Love – the key message of Huey Lewis & the News' iconic title song – perfectly sums up this little essay of mine: The love that so many of you undoubtedly feel for »Back to the Future«, that special connection to the entire trilogy shared by countless fans around the globe, is still as present as ever, even after four decades. That's certainly true for me – and I can never switch channels when a BTTF movie is on TV, no matter how many times we've already watched every part on repeat as kids, to the point where we can still quote nearly every line by heart.

What Robert Zemeckis and Bob Gale created back in 1985 may be 40 years old now, but I'm absolutely certain it will remain timeless. »Back to the Future« wasn't just a huge part of our childhood, it also shaped our cinematic and pop culture education. Combined with Alan Silvestri's wonderful score and the legendary soundtrack, »Back to the Future« brought us the thrilling theme of time travel in such a fresh and exciting way that we were completely blown away – just like Marty in that opening scene, right?!

For me personally, »Back to the Future« means even more. Looking back, I can say quite precisely that this film was responsible for a few key turning points and positive paths in my life. For that, I will forever be grateful to Marty, Doc, and Einstein – okay, and Biff too! Naturally, »Back to the Future« is also a major highlight of my collection. I mean, who can resist amazing collectibles like the 1/6 Hot Toys lineup including the DeLoreans, or NECA's fantastic Ultimate figures? Which brings us to your birthday gift, dear BTTF fans:

To celebrate the occasion, we're offering 40% off all in-stock »Back to the Future« products in our shop starting today! This offer runs through July 15, 2025, or while supplies last. So go check it out now:
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I could go on endlessly praising the actors and creators – above all, of course, the incredible Michael J. Fox, who has forever earned a place in our hearts not only as Marty McFly but also in real life. What a great human being – even if he only stands about 5'4" tall 😉.

By the way – did you hear that the original Cherry Red Gibson ES-345 from back in the day – yes, the guitar Marty plays with Marvin Berry and the Starlighters at the school dance – has gone missing and is now being urgently sought? The goal is to reunite it with Michael J. Fox for the 40th anniversary – how awesome would that be?!
You can learn more about the campaign here at losttothefuture.com or on YouTube in various must-watch clips – like these ones:
https://youtu.be/m6RdBMtAgSA
https://youtu.be/PNnTHm_WtLE

So let's hydrate a yummy pizza, treat yourself to an ice-cold Pepsi Perfect, pop the soundtrack into your – ideally – Walkman, and join us once more on this timeless journey through time and Back to the Future!

Yours truly,
Calvin Klein

P.S. Alternatively, the Huey Lewis & the News playlist on Spotify totally hits the spot, too 😉

In 1993, Steven Spielberg's »Jurassic Park« was pure cinematic magic that made us marvel. Following the rules of blockbusters, it spawned an entire dinosaur franchise. Today, »Jurassic World: Rebirth«, the seventh film in the series, is hitting theaters. The three previous Jurassic World films saw the franchise go steadily downhill. In 2022, the outrageously stupid »Jurassic World: Dominion« marked its absolute lowest point.

The rebirth in the title of the new film clearly refers to the franchise itself. And we took it as a statement and a promise that things were about to get better for the dinosaur films. The fact that David Koepp, who also wrote the scripts for the first two Jurassic Park films, was hired as a screenwriter was the first positive sign. Gareth Edwards, to whom we owe the best Disney Star Wars film »Rogue One: A Star Wars Story« who impressed us with »The Creator«, and who demonstrated his ability to handle monsters with »Godzilla«, seemed like the right man for the director's chair. The cast, featuring the three charismatic A-list stars Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey, increased our anticipation immensely. What could possibly go wrong?

Our enthusiasm was significantly dampened by the reviews of the film. Many critics are calling it the best of the Jurassic World films - or, to put it more negatively, the least bad film in the series. Enthusiasm sounds different, and the majority of critics were disappointed overall.

We'll still watch the film, of course, because we love dinosaurs and want to see for ourselves. (And, admittedly, to escape today's sweltering heat in the air-conditioned theater.)

This week, two more trailers have ridden the heatwave straight into the S.P.A.C.E Headquarters: »Project Hail Mary« and »The Running Man« – both based on top-tier dystopian sci-fi bestsellers.

»Project Hail Mary« is a sci-fi novel by Andy Weir, author of »The Martian«. Ever since Amazon MGM announced their adaptation of the book at CinemaCon – with Ryan Gosling set to play the lead role of Ryland Grace – the hype has been massive. What also came as a surprise was the choice of the directing team: Chris Miller and Phil Lord. While they've already proven their storytelling talent with the LEGO movies as well as the Spider-Verse films, they were still mostly known for animated films with a humorous tone aimed at kids and teens.
The first trailer instantly erases any doubts about this project – it looks absolutely fantastic! And after all, the source material is quite humorous as well even though it deals with dystopian themes.
A quick spoiler warning: if you haven't read the book and want to go into the film without any spoilers only watch the trailer up to 02:24, because a major plot twist is revealed after that point.
https://youtu.be/m08TxIsFTRI

The other book adaptation for which we were given a first trailer yesterday is »The Running Man«, a fresh take on the Stephen King story that already made waves back in the '80s with Arnold Schwarzenegger in the lead. This time, Edgar Wright (»Baby Driver«, »Scott Pilgrim vs. the World«) takes the reins and throws Glen Powell into the deadly reality show – the very concept that later inspired e.g. »Squid Game« and »Gamer«.
The trailer feels heavily influenced by late '90s and early 2000s action flicks, but the societal and media criticism at the heart of »The Running Man« hits harder than ever in an era where a so-called "deportation reality show" is being discussed in the U.S. We're therefore pretty sure this one will leave you exiting the theater not just adrenaline-pumped, but with a bitter aftertaste as the real world sets back in.
https://youtu.be/KD18ddeFuyM

Wow - no one would have expected this at the beginning of the year ... Last year, the American manufacturer THE LOYAL SUBJECTS announced that they had signed a license for one of our absolute favorite toylines from the 80s – but no one would have considered that there would be a 1:1 revival of M.A.S.K. – exactly the way we collected, played, and loved it back then!

After some sellers in Good Old Germany (or rather, "bad" old Germany) violated the pre-order embargo back in March, the pre-order hunt is now open worldwide. However, this is not the case with us. We're aware of the hype surrounding this renaissance and want to be safe by waiting to see 1. the production capacity and delivery supply, 2. the delivery date, 3. the allocation quantities, and 4. the condition of the boxes at the end of the supply chain.

The somewhat overhyped euphoria surrounding MOTU Origins a few years ago left its mark on both you and us and provided one or two lessons of learning. We're really excited about M.A.S.K. and can hardly wait for its delivery. If you feel the same way and want to be the first to know as soon as we receive a shipment, please join our dedicated mailing list by contacting us via mask@space-figuren.de or using the inquiry form in one of the listed products in the shop:
space-figuren.de/mask

By the late 2000s, the »Tomb Raider« franchise had maneuvered itself into a dead end. The 2008 release »Tomb Raider: Underworld« fell short of the expectations publisher Eidos had for the world-renowned brand. It seemed as though the gaming community had grown tired of Lara.

The game's failure was, of course, also tied to the release of »Uncharted«, developed by Naughty Dog in 2007. No other game captured the essence of »Tomb Raider« quite as well, while infusing it with a hefty dose of Hollywood-style action. Players were treated to an endless stream of explosions and jaw-dropping moments. It constantly felt like you were narrowly escaping death. »Uncharted« and Nathan Drake had now become the benchmark when it came to treasure hunting, tomb raiding, and daring jumping and climbing maneuvers in third-person perspective. By comparison, »Tomb Raider« suddenly felt reserved – even dull.

Fortunately, the developers didn't rush into a quick fix. Instead, they waited until 2013 to launch an entirely new »Tomb Raider« series. Known today as the Survivor Trilogy, the reboot took cues from »Uncharted« and combined them with the charm of a new, modern Lara Croft.

We're glad Lara stayed with us – and that the transformation of arguably the greatest video game heroine of all time into the modern era was a success. That's why we've chosen the Lara Croft PVC Statue by Dark Horse as our 💥 Product of the Month 💥 for July 2025.

Lara is fittingly portrayed standing on the ruins of an ancient, crumbling temple with broken columns. As vines wind around the remains of the pillars, our heroine appears to be caught in the middle of an action-packed moment once again. Whether she's about to leap or sprint is left to the imagination. The statue comes with two interchangeable right arms: you can display Lara in her classic pose with two pistols – or alternatively, equipped with her climbing axe.

This statue from Dark Horse can be described as a bridge between the classic era and the modern Survivor phase. Lara wears the same outfit that made her an icon back in 1996: the green, sleeveless top paired with hotpants and boots. However, the character model's proportions clearly reflect the modern design.

We're excited to see what developments and surprises »Tomb Raider« and Lara Croft have in store for us in the future. According to rumors, a new installment is set to be released in 2026. Until then, we'll enjoy the stunning craftsmanship of Dark Horse's statues 😊!

We present to you two of our trailer highlights of the past few days:

We were particularly intrigued by the teaser trailer for »Bugonia«, the latest work from Yorgos Lanthimos. The story centers around Teddy (Jesse Plemons), who's obsessed with conspiracy theories. Together with an accomplice, he kidnaps Michelle (Emma Stone), the CEO of a pharmaceutical company – because he's convinced she's an alien planning to destroy the planet. The film is a remake of the South Korean cult classic »Save the Green Planet!« by Jang Joon-hwan from 2003, but Lanthimos has anchored the story firmly in the present day. One brief moment in the trailer makes that especially clear: Emma Stone takes a sip from a Stanley cup – a reference to the massive hype surrounding the cups in recent years. We're curious to see how else the director will weave modern elements into the story, especially regarding the protagonists' conspiracy beliefs.
We're also excited to see Alicia Silverstone return to the big screen, hopefully in a more prominent role, alongside Lanthimos' regulars Plemons and Stone. She previously appeared in Lanthimos' »The Killing of a Sacred Deer« back in 2017.
»Bugonia« is scheduled to hit theaters this October.
Watch the trailer here:
https://youtu.be/_p4BCpJ44Qg

Also worth mentioning is the new trailer for »Weapons«. In this horror film by Zach Cregger (»Barbarian«), all but one child from an entire school class mysteriously – and seemingly voluntarily – vanish overnight. The residents of the small town begin searching for answers: Who is behind these puzzling events? Many believe the class teacher (Julia Garner) knows more than she's letting on – but she's already conducting her own investigation. And soon it becomes clear: there are other strange things happening in this town.
The mystery unfolds in theaters this August.
Watch the trailer here:
https://youtu.be/QKHySfXqN0I

»Squid Game« Season 3 premieres worldwide today on Netflix – the grand finale begins!
With six new episodes, the series finale promises not only suspense and thrills, but also emotional depth and a dramatic conclusion to the story of main character Seong Gi-hun. Series creator Hwang Dong-hyuk announced in advance that Season 3 will mark the "definitive end" of the »Squid Game« saga.

After the harrowing events of the second season, Gi-hun (played by Lee Jung-jae) is more determined than ever to uncover the machinations behind the deadly games. But the mysterious "Front Man" (Lee Byung-hun) is back as well and pulling the strings once again. The new games are said to be more brutal, the psychological conflicts more intense, and the interpersonal relationships more complex.

Netflix released all six episodes simultaneously – the same release strategy as for the previous seasons, which the global fan base has turned into a worldwide phenomenon. Initial reviews praise the season as "intense, emotional, and worthy." Saying goodbye may not be easy for many – but »Squid Game« ends as it began: captivating, disturbing, and unforgettable.

»M3GAN 2.0« is hitting the big screen today. The first part presented a horror scenario involving AI robots, nicely highlighting the flip side of the issue. Not exactly a new film idea when we look at classics like »I, Robot«, but still interestingly presented. It was certainly interesting enough to warrant a second part, which, however, turns out to be less of a horror film. Rather, it could be described as a cyber-action thriller. This becomes quite obvious in the final trailer:
https://youtu.be/1FeiTZMtwLA

In »M3GAN«, robotics engineer Gemma created a constantly evolving robot girl who is supposed to protect and amuse her orphaned niece Cady as a friend her age. This core task is taken very seriously by M3GAN in »M3GAN 2.0«, as the AI-controlled robot woman Amelia, without batting an artificial eye, kills one human after another and even threatens Cady. Despite everything that happened before, Gemma is forced to work with M3GAN and bring her to the next level to stop Amelia.
Are you already excited to see how M3GAN will perform as a combat robot?

The new film from directing and writing duo Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck (»Captain Marvel«, »Half Nelson«) also finally hits theaters in Germany today, although it already premiered in the U.S. back in April: »Freaky Tales« promises to live up to its name. The film anthology, consisting of four interwoven stories set during one night in Oakland, California, is described as a wild ride through '80s nostalgia, Tarantino-style violence, and supernatural forces. Critics have particularly praised the performances of the main cast and the film's visual style, while the narrative substance seems to leave a bit to be desired. Still, it looks like a fun piece of popcorn cinema – and with Pedro Pascal (»The Last of Us«), Ben Mendelsohn (»The Dark Knight Rises«), Dominique Thorne (»Black Panther: Wakanda Forever« and the just-launched »Ironheart« series), and even Tom Hanks in a supporting role, the cast is top-notch.

So if you're in the mood to munch popcorn while watching Nazis get their asses kicked, you've got a date with the '80s. Here's the trailer:
https://youtu.be/-2e8SYmofZM

One hundred years ago today, »The Gold Rush« premiered at Grauman's Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood. We took this opportunity to revisit this film.

Silent films are a world of their own. And apart from a few truly great classics, we as modern audiences tend to steer clear of them. It's all the more surprising to discover how well »The Gold Rush« still works and entertains us today ...

After »The Kid«, Chaplin spent a long time searching for material for another feature film. The spark of inspiration came from a photograph of an endless line of gold prospectors climbing the Chilkoot Pass. A similar scene forms the opening of the film »The Gold Rush«. Another source of inspiration was the Donner tragedy: A gold prospector's team had become trapped by snow in the Sierra Nevada. In this desperate situation, cannibalism ensued; some ate their shoes, laces included, which also found its way into the film.

Chaplin demonstrated a great sense of comic timing and perfectly blended wit, pathos, and tragedy. When the film was released in 1925, it was a phenomenal success. Two years later, »The Jazz Singer« was released as the first sound film, and everything changed. Silent films quickly became obsolete.

The art of pantomime used by silent film comedians was no longer in demand. Wit was no longer expressed through subtle gestures and body language. Suddenly, rapid-fire dialogue like that of the Marx Brothers or the emerging screwball comedies was the order of the day.

A talking Tramp? That seemed unthinkable to Chaplin, and so he remained silent in »City Lights« (1931) and »Modern Times« (1936), except for music, sound effects, and a song in a nonsensical language that the Tramp performs at the end of »Modern Times«. It wasn't until »The Great Dictator« (1940) that Chaplin made his first real sound film.

The film's success prompted him to experiment with sound in »The Gold Rush«, and it led to a very successful re-release in 1942, this time with a large score composed by Chaplin. There were noises, all intertitles had been removed, and Chaplin spoke a voiceover and many of his actors' lines of dialogue. This was and would be Chaplin's definitive version of the film. He took legal action against a bootleg of the 1925 silent film version.

Thus, the sound version remained the only version of the film for a long time. Although a few old silent film copies existed, they were of very poor technical quality. It wasn't until 1993 that the elaborate reconstruction by filmmakers David Gill and Kevin Brownlow brought the silent film back to life.

Today, the two versions of the film coexist. We rewatched them for the 100th anniversary, and we quite like them both. Overall, we prefer the slightly more complex silent film version. You can find both on YouTube.

Watching the films also got us really keen on some Chaplin collectibles again. Kaustic Plastik's 1/6 scale figure of The Great Dictator is still in stock in the shop:
https://www.space-figuren.de/More/Celebreties/1-6-Scale-Charlie-Chaplin-Deluxe-Edition-The-Great-Dictator::23182.html

The very pretty Old & Rare statues of the Tramp from Infinite Statue & Collectibles have been sold out for some time. We would be delighted to see new releases, especially for »The Gold Rush«.

Disney+ has released the first three episodes of the long-awaited Marvel series »Ironheart« today. The second part, containing the final three episodes, will be released on July 2nd. This marks Marvel's new release strategy with two connected "series events".

»Ironheart« continues the story of Riri Williams, whom we last met in »Black Panther: Wakanda Forever«. Riri, played by Dominique Thorne, is a technical genius who, in her hometown of Chicago, sets out to develop Iron Man-like suits — with her very own signature. The series centers on the conflict between technology and magic. This conflict is embodied by Parker Robbins, aka "The Hood", played by Anthony Ramos. He introduces mystical elements that collide with Riri's high-tech world. The series thus not only addresses the classic Marvel conflict of "good versus evil", but also the ideological opposition between science and the supernatural.

After years of delays and multiple postponements, »Ironheart« is finally celebrating its series premiere. It was announced in 2020 and was originally scheduled for fall 2023. Due to strikes, production changes, and internal restructuring, »Ironheart« was repeatedly postponed – and now holds the record as the longest-delayed Marvel series. One special gesture caused a stir in the run-up to the premiere: Robert Downey Jr. contacted Dominique Thorne via FaceTime and congratulated her on the launch. "It's all been leading to this," he said, alluding to the symbolic handover of the Iron Man legacy. The scene was deliberately publicized by Marvel – as a sign that Riri Williams should not be seen as a replacement, but as a heroine in her own right.

With »Ironheart«, the MCU is taking a fresh approach: a young, intelligent heroine who fights for good without supernatural origins or a billion-dollar inheritance. Whether she can win over audiences in the long run remains to be seen. In any case, the release demonstrates that Iron Man's legacy lives on – in its own unique way.

It was considered unreleaseable, and it was unclear for a long time whether the »The Toxic Avenger« reboot would ever materialize. But now, nothing seems to stand in the way of the film's theatrical release.

Cineverse will release the movie uncensored and with an "unrated" label in US theaters on August 29th. And Capelight Pictures finally announced a release date for Germany just a few days ago. We can look forward to the film starting October 2nd.

And now, the first, uncensored trailer is here and is already causing quite a stir. Starring: »Game of Thrones« star Peter Dinklage, who plays the unassuming janitor Winston Gooze, who, after a chemical accident, mutates into the grotesque but fierce antihero Toxie.
Director Macon Blair stages the remake as a mercilessly bloody, satirical spectacle – entirely in the spirit of the 1984 original. Alongside Dinklage, Kevin Bacon shines as the ruthless corporate boss Bob Garbinger and Elijah Wood as his sinister brother Fritz.

With a mixture of slapstick, blood orgies and biting social criticism, »The Toxic Avenger« could become a cult film for a new generation – just like the original did over 40 years ago.

Here is the trailer:
https://youtu.be/HKe0pep35gQ

Last weekend, PRIME 1 STUDIO's »Next Level Showcase« was streamed live on YouTube. Phew, over two hours of running time in these temperatures was, to be honest, a heavy load, and we only managed to skim through it.

A particularly noteworthy highlight for us was the 1/3 scale Catwoman statue in the purple outfit from »Batman: Hush«. ​​With apparently four interchangeable heads and an alternate left hand, it offers multiple display options – a real eye-catcher!

Dinosaur fans are certainly not left out either: the Jurassic series is impressively expanded with the 1/6 scale Tyrannosaurus Rex statue from »Jurassic World Rebirth« - a massive beast with an imposing presence that brings the Jurassic spirit directly to the shelf. Of course, other collectibles from the latest film were also announced alongside 2 new pieces from previous installments.

Gigantic and striking in a powerful pose with incredible dynamics, the 1/4 Cave Troll from »The Lord of the Rings« with his orcs has now been unveiled in full detail. Will it even fit in a display case?

The new series »The Legend of Beauty and the Beast« is also expected to be quite exciting. In collaboration with creatives from all over the world, Prime 1 Studio is bringing this timeless theme back to life. The blend of classic fairy tale material and a modern interpretation promises a fascinating line of statues with a great deal of artistic potential. The first statue is the so-called Lady in Red Armor – truly worth seeing!

As always, there will be plenty of new collectibles in the Anime/Manga and Games sections. The 1/3 scale Real Elite Masterline statues for »Death Stranding 2« look especially awesome.

For those who like to craft and want to add a personal touch to their figures, we also recommend the new Build Art Masterline. This is a statue-quality plastic model kit that combines the classic collecting concept with creative model building — a completely new direction for Prime 1. We're particularly excited about the T-800 Endoskeleton kit.

Did you watch the show and if so, what impressed you the most?

Fins up for 50 years of thrills and one of our absolute favorite movies: »Jaws«! Exactly half a century ago today, »Jaws« opened in US theaters and gave the world the very first summer blockbuster.

Steven Spielberg was just 27 years old at the time and still quite inexperienced. Luckily, because a seasoned director probably wouldn't have even embarked on such a crazy project. Filming was a complete nightmare: The mechanical shark "Bruce" couldn't handle the salt water and barely worked, the budget exploded like scuba tanks, three actors were on the verge of mutiny, and the entire project's schedule was soon scrapped ...

It could all have ended in catastrophe, yet a milestone emerged from the chaos! Spielberg knew how to handle all these difficulties and turned necessity into a virtue, which became the film's strength: By simply not showing the striking shark to the audience, the young filmmaker created arguably the most powerful suspense scenes since Alfred Hitchcock, masterfully playing on the keyboard of our primal fears.

Which brings us to John Williams's congenial music: the minimalist score consisting of two deep, ominous notes. It was often joked that, given the fact they went grossly over-budget, there was no money left for a third note. But of course, John Williams knew exactly what he was doing. His composition not only created the image of a menacing shark, but became an iconic soundtrack of fear and a musical masterpiece for the ages.

We covered this and more background information in our first S.P.A.C.E SPECIAL – including a retrospective of the collectibles that have been released for »Jaws« over the years:
https://youtu.be/PK7ywSrFt3w

Speaking of collectibles: Unfortunately, the NECA 50th anniversary releases didn't make it in time, but don't worry – the containers will soon be loaded onto the Orca, so the figures and the game will arrive in time for the summer holidays!

Today, »Jaws« is more than just a movie. It's pop culture, a quote machine, and still the terror of swimmers all rolled into one. And while new shark movies come and go, »Jaws« remains the undisputed king of the sea.

Tell us: What memory or special emotion do you associate with the film? Is it the music that still resonates with you today? Have you not been in the water since the first time you saw »Jaws«? Or have you already booked your next vacation on Amity Island? We're curious to hear your Bruce anecdotes!

When Jeremy Allen White was announced as Bruce Springsteen in the new biopic »Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere«, it was immediately clear how perfect this casting was. His role in »Shameless« already carried strong Springsteen vibes, and the muscular, raw heartthrob with a battered soul is about as '80s New Jersey as it gets.

The first trailer now confirms that feeling, offering a glimpse into the creation of »Nebraska«, the intimate and rather bleak precursor to the landmark album »Born in the U.S.A.«. Springsteen had recorded »Nebraska« solo in his bedroom on a four-track recorder, originally just as a demo for the next band driven album.
Watch the emotional trailer for the film that tells the story of how a “lost kid” became a global icon — through one defining album:
https://youtu.be/oQXdM3J33No

Speaking of Jeremy Allen White: the new season of the brilliant restaurant series »The Bear« with White in the lead role drops next wednesday on Hulu/Disney+:
https://youtu.be/vOyRo-Yjr2Q

Today's the day: »28 Years Later« opens in theaters!

We're somewhat irritated that Sony imposed an embargo – No one is allowed to say a single word about the film. They put a muzzle on the press, not even a lousy emoji is allowed to be posted. This is very strange. Supposedly it's to avoid spoilers. But perhaps an appeal to journalists and bloggers would have been enough. After all no critic would enjoy spoiling a surprise for viewers. What's Sony afraid of?

We think the trailers looked extremely good and really made us excited for the movie. And with the winning team of Danny Boyle in the director's chair and Alex Garland as the writer, who also worked together on »28 Days Later«, we're all quite optimistic. The same goes for the involvement of Ralph Fiennes, who appears in the role of Dr. Kelson and who's known to have a knack for choosing great film projects. Since the movie doesn't open in the United States until Friday, the embargo is still in effect as we are writing these lines.

We have no choice but to wait and see for ourselves – we'll be at the movies tonight! How about you?

Here is the last trailer again:
https://youtu.be/IYGG55qwQZQ

This week we've spotted five VERY different trailers online, sparking emotions ranging from “massive hype” to “very, very skeptical.”

It's no secret that we at S.P.A.C.E are seriously looking forward to James Gunn's »Superman« — and the final trailer, released just in time for pre-sale, only fuels the fire of our anticipation. All signs point to a massive, full-blown blockbuster, and the film appears to be ready to enter the already fierce competition for this year's biggest cinematic event.
Blue — or at least blue-clad — aliens and strangers seem to be trending at the top: with the Na'vi, Stitch, the Fantastic Four, Steve and the Man of Steel all stepping into the ring, it's going to be a tight race.
You can watch the trailer for the film here:
https://youtu.be/nZTgJy8ym34

The next two films come with strong German involvement — which might highten our skepticism …

… because »Momo«, based on Michael Ende's brilliant book of the same name, unfortunately looks a bit too much like an attempt to turn this beautiful fairy tale into a CGI-heavy blockbuster — without having the budget to back it up.
We really like Alexa Goodall in the title role, and Martin Freeman as Hora is definitely an interesting choice — but otherwise, it doesn't yet feel like the film will be able to capture the depth and atmosphere of the book, or the nostalgia of the 1986 adaptation.
Of course, we'd love to be proven wrong. In any case, here's the trailer:
https://youtu.be/KnDX7WA4djM

»Brick« is not a remake of the brilliant 2005 teen-noir film — it's a German Netflix thriller starring Matthias Schweighöfer. The premise — an apartment building cut off from the outside world, turning into an escape-room-style mystery where the psychological tensions between residents come into play — is interesting.
But based on the trailer, it looks like someone took all the clichés from M. Night Shyamalan's worst films and used only those to write the script.
Here's the trailer:
https://youtu.be/fmi4Qc-cvis

We do, however, have high hopes for »Eddington«. The trailer for this modern A24 horror western feels like a mix between »Yellowstone« (the film even features Kayce Dutton actor Luke Grimes), »Get Out«, and »Breaking Bad«, showing us how a mayoral election in a small New Mexican town during the COVID-pandemic becomes a nightmare for an outsider couple.
»Hereditary« and »Midsommar« director Ari Aster brings an A-list cast to the screen with Joaquin Phoenix, Pedro Pascal, Emma Stone, and Austin Butler.
Watch the intense trailer here:
https://youtu.be/oL6jZqExlIk

Liam Neeson might just bring us an absolute riot as the literal “son of a gun” in »The Naked Gun« — the latest trailer offers a much clearer glimpse of the tone we can expect from this soft reboot.
While the visual slapstick of the original is paid crude but loving tribute, there's also a fair amount of brutal action in classic Neeson style - somewhat surreal and turned upside down.
The real treat, however, is watching Neeson deliver the most absurd lines in his iconic deep and sincere voice and with that legendary “I will find you and I will kill you” stare — all while chomping down a giant hot dog or being handed a cup of coffee through the window of his moving car. And … he really does look like Leslie Nielsen's son.
Have a gander and convince yourself:
https://youtu.be/uLguU7WLreA

It's a wrap – and thus, after an eternity-long odyssey surrounding the new »Masters of the Universe« live-action film, any remaining doubts should be dispelled. The movie is coming in almost exactly one year, produced by Amazon MGM Studios and directed by Travis Knight (»Kubo«, »Bumblebee«).

Following confirmations about the cast and crew in recent months, as well as exclusive details presented to audiences at Cinema Con in April, Nicholas Galitzine has finally posted a first teaser image of himself as He-Man on Instagram – with the following promising words:
"Well, that's a wrap on »Masters of the Universe«. It has been an honour shouldering the responsibility of playing Adam and He Man", he said. "It's been the role of a lifetime and I put everything into it. There's not much I can show you, but I am so proud of the movie we've made. Thanks to our amazing cast and crew for all your hard work."

We're, of course, extremely excited, not only about the look, but especially about the story, written by Chris Butler. So let's eagerly await the first trailer, which will certainly take a few months to arrive ...

Last weekend, our Mick visited the Tolkien Days and recounts his experience here:

A few weeks ago, Simon, a friend from the Action Figure District message board, asked me if I would go to the Tolkien Days in Geldern-Pont. Although I consider myself part of the Lord of the Rings geek bubble, and Geldern is only about an hour's bus ride away, I was ashamed to admit that I had never heard of this event, which has been held there every year since 2016. I checked the website, only to find that the event was already sold out. On Thursday, Simon contacted me again. Since his girlfriend was sick, I was able to get a ticket for Saturday after all. So I took the bus to Geldern, where Simom picked me up at the train station ...

The Tolkien Days are organized by the German Tolkien Society and are Europe's largest event dedicated to the works of the bestselling British author. The event offers talks, workshops, music, a marketplace with numerous vendors, cosplay, LARP, reenactments, art exhibitions, game introductions, lectures, and everything related to J. R. R. Tolkien and his work, not to mention delicious specialties from Middle-earth and beyond.

The venue, with its many cosplayers and an elven camp set up in the forest, was a real highlight; you couldn't get a better Middle-earth atmosphere! No exhibition hall or hotel convention could compete.

The only thing that was a bit exhausting was the Middle-earth climate. It was truly unbearably hot. I admired all the cosplayers in their costumes. Roaming through the Shire in 30°C (86°F) in orc armor with furs and masks, with shields and weapons, requires complete devotion to the might of Mordor. In the afternoon, there was a downpour that cooled things down. But after we were soaked to the bone, we left a bit early and missed the Battle of Rohan. Due to a storm, the event had to be evacuated that evening. However, with 15,000 visitors, the event still set a new attendance record.

Did any of you attend the Tolkien Days? If you're a Lord of the Rings fan, maybe we'll meet there next year.

Best regards
Your Hobbit Mick

"Chuck Norris can start a fire by rubbing two ice cubes together."

Kaustic Plastik and Infinite Statue & Collectibles have brought us many great sixth scale figures, repeatedly celebrating film history since the days of silent films. With their latest figure, the Italian manufacturers are dedicating themselves to an action icon of the 1980s. As the introductory quote already revealed, today's news are about the bad-ass Chuck Norris, here in his most famous role as Col. James Braddock in the Cannon Group film »Missing in Action«.

Our Mick thinks that our Italian friends have nailed it again. You can find out more in the Action Figure District review:
https://action-figure-district.de/kaustic-plastik-infinite-statue-collectibles-colonel-james-braddock/

Oh, let us add three more topics:
1.) Mick swears that his positive conclusion wasn't due to Chuck standing behind him with an M-60 pointed at him.
2.) Chuck Norris can now even slam revolving doors!
3.) For those of you who aren't into 1/6 action-figures but prefer statues, Infinite won't let you stand out in the rain:
https://www.space-figuren.de/advanced_search_result.php?categories_id=&inc_subcat=1&keywords=braddock+missing