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FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER, THE WARNER BROS. WATER TOWER GETS A MAKEOVER

October 20, 2015Rob Leave a Comment

FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER, THE WARNER BROS.

WATER TOWER GETS A MAKEOVER

DCTV SUPER HERO TAKEOVER INCLUDING ARROW, THE FLASH,

GOTHAM’S DETECTIVE GORDON AND SUPERGIRL

UNVEILED ON ICONIC STRUCTURE

Super Team of Studio Artisans, Engineers and Artists Collaborate on

Installation Celebrating Shows Based on DC Comics Characters

Twitter Pitch: For first time ever, the WB water tower gets a Super Hero makeover: http://bit.ly/WATRTWR#WBDCTV #Arrow #TheFlash #Gotham #Supergirl

BURBANK, Calif. (October 20, 2015) — For the first time ever, the iconic Warner Bros. water tower is receiving a Super Hero makeover, with the unveiling of giant renderings of Arrow, The Flash, Gotham’s Detective Gordon and Supergirl on the iconic structure which rises 100 feet high above the Warner Bros. Studios lot. A super team featuring dozens of Studio artisans, engineers and artists collaborated on this first-of-its-kind installation celebrating four Warner Bros. Television series based on characters from DC Comics.

ABOUT THE DCTV SUPER HERO TAKEOVER

The characters from Arrow, The Flash, Gothamand Supergirl are displayed on giant aluminum panels measuring 22 feet by 20 feet in size, with each one weighing more than 5,000 pounds.

Dozens of craftspeople were involved in the design and production of the panels, with representatives from a number of Studio departments including scenic design, special effects, lighting, signs and graphics, the metal shop, electrical, rigging and engineering.

The panels will be on display for 90 days and were unveiled in a ceremony on Monday night, October 19.

They were installed using a specially devised custom-pulley system during the October 17–18 weekend. The cables for the reveal of the panels were held down by 8,000 pounds of cement.

Attendees at the unveiling included Supergirlstar Melissa Benoist, Gotham stars Erin Richards and Cory Michael Smith, and executive producers Greg Berlanti & Andrew Kreisberg (Arrow, The Flash, Supergirl), Ali Adler (Supergirl), Marc Guggenheim (Arrow), and Bruno Heller, Danny Cannon & John Stephens (Gotham).

Arrow airs Wednesdays at 8/7c on The CW and The Flash airs Tuesdays at 8/7c on The CW. Gotham airs Mondays at 8/7c on FOX, with Supergirl debuting Monday, October 26, at 8:30/7:30c on CBS, before moving to its Mondays 8/7c CBS time period on November 2.

ABOUT THE WATER TOWER

The Warner Bros. water tower was built in 1927 and has since been declared an historical landmark.

Standing 100 feet tall, the water tower contains a 100,000-gallon tank — although it currently holds no water.

Previously located next to the Warner Bros. Fire Department, it was moved following the Long Beach earthquake in 1933, when the Warners realized that if the tower had fallen and damaged the Fire Department, the Fire Department would not have been able to provide emergency assistance.

The water tower was once home to the animated stars of Animaniacs (Yakko, Wacko and Dot) from the 1930s until they escaped in the 1990s.

Bibi Lab products: the giant anime-style pigtails pillow.

October 20, 2015Rob Leave a Comment

The creative team at Bibi Lab in the past have been dedicated to bringing unique and interesting items out into the collective and have delighted us with life-sized human-shaped pillows, mosquito net jumpsuits and even sailor-style schoolgirl uniforms for men.

Now there’s yet another unique item that fans will be adding to their collection of Bibi Lab products: the giant anime-style pigtails pillow.

Obviously the pillow is geared to fans of cult sensation Hatsune Miku

I do love how they show you other typical ways to use the pillows.

大正義ツインテールまくらプロモーション動画

Also our love of Google translate

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~~Large justice tails pillow” promotional videos~~

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Dimension X

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figures will feature multiple points of articulation, multiple weapon accessories and weapon racks and will be sized perfectly for kids hands. Figure sizes will range from 4.25 inches to 5.5 inches tall depending on the specific character.

Follow the Turtles into Dimension X in the Season 4 premiere of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on Nickelodeon. The Turtles run into the evil Lord Dregg and Mozar and fight to get back to NYC. Lord Dregs and Mozart are exclusively sold at Walmart! Ages 4+, SRP $8.99 Each

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CLASS IS NOW IN SESSION WITH THE BIG BANG THEORY’S SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT AT UCLA

October 20, 2015Rob Leave a Comment

CLASS IS NOW IN SESSION WITHTHE BIG BANG THEORY’S

SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT AT UCLA

THE INAUGURAL 20 SCHOLARS FOR THE 2015-16 ACADEMIC YEAR MET

WITH THE SHOW’S STARS AND PRODUCERS ON THE SET, ALONG

WITH UCLA REPRESENTATIVES AND OTHER BENEFACTORS

The Historic UCLA Scholarship Endowment Provides Support For

Undergraduate STEM Students in Need of Financial Aid

BURBANK, Calif. (October 16, 2015) — Launching The Big Bang Theory Scholarship Endowment, the inaugural 20 UCLA scholars were announced Thursday, October 15, on Stage 25 at Warner Bros. Studios, the set of the hit comedy series. Joining the scholars were the show’s stars Johnny Galecki, Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco, Simon Helberg, Kunal Nayyar, Mayim Bialik and Melissa Rauch, alongside executive producers Chuck Lorre, Bill Prady and Steven Molaro, and representatives from UCLA, CBS, Warner Bros. Television and select benefactors.

Previously announced in May, The Big Bang TheoryScholarship Endowment, the first-ever UCLA scholarship created by and named for a television series, was established to support undergraduate students in need of financial aid who are pursuing their higher education in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) at UCLA.

With an initial donation from the Chuck Lorre Family Foundation combined with gifts from nearly 50 individuals associated with The Big Bang Theory — including series stars, producers and crew — plus partners such as Warner Bros. Television and CBS, as well as contributions from other industry leaders, The Big Bang Theory Scholarship and Endowment has raised more than $4 million to date.

Information on The Big Bang Theory Scholarship Endowment:

Twenty (20) Big Bang Theory scholars have been selected for the 2015–16 academic year to receive financial assistance, with an additional five scholars to be added in each future academic year — in perpetuity. The Big Bang Theory Scholarships is awarded based on financial need to low-income students who have earned admission to UCLA on their own academic merit but need additional support to bridge the gap between typical levels of financial aid and the cost of attendance.

For the 2015-16 academic year, there are seven female and 13 male Big Bang Theory scholars pursuing degrees in a wide variety of majors, including physics; astrophysics; chemistry; applied mathematics; biology; marine biology; molecular, cell and developmental biology; integrative biology and physiology; bioengineering; neuroscience; computer science; aerospace engineering; chemical engineering; civil engineering; electrical engineering and mechanical engineering.

In addition to centering many of its episodes in the worlds of science and technology, The Big Bang Theory enjoys a healthy appreciation and support from the scientific community at large. And the show’s connection to UCLA extends beyond the scholarship fund: Series star Mayim Bialik earned a Ph.D. in neuroscience from UCLA, while professor of physics and astronomy David Saltzberg, Ph.D., serves as the show’s science consultant.

At UCLA, 52 percent of all students receive need-based scholarships, grants or other aid. That includes approximately 36 percent of undergraduates who receive Pell Grants, federal aid for students from low-income families. Almost one-third of UCLA graduates have parents who didn’t graduate from a four-year college or university.

About The Big Bang Theory

The Big Bang Theory stars Johnny Galecki, Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco, Simon Helberg, Kunal Nayyar, Mayim Bialik and Melissa Rauch. Created by Chuck Lorre & Bill Prady, the series is produced by Chuck Lorre Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television and is executive produced by Lorre, Prady and showrunner Steven Molaro. Now in its ninth season, The Big Bang Theory airs Mondays at 8/7c on CBS, and five nights a week in national syndication. On November 5, the series returns to its regular timeslot – Thursdays at 8/7c on CBS.

About UCLA

UCLA is California’s largest university, with an enrollment of more than 40,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The UCLA College and the university’s 11 professional schools feature renowned faculty and offer 128 undergraduate majors, 88 master’s programs and 110 doctoral and professional programs. UCLA is a national and international leader in the breadth and quality of its academic, research, health care, cultural, continuing education and athletic programs. Seven alumni and six faculty have been awarded the Nobel Prize.

Kotobukiya: PX Exclusive ArtFX Magneto

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Giant Ninja Control Leonardo

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Giant Ninja Control Leonardo

Leonardo is on the move! Send Leonardo in to fight off the Shredder and his minions with theTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Giant Ninja Control Leonardo from Playmates! Use the full-function IR remote control to make Leonardo slash and bash his opponents and travel wherever evil is afoot. When Leonardo needs to go on the defensive, simply pop his head right into his shell just like a real turtle would do! He can spin on his back shell to hit multiple enemies at once. All the while, he’ll be shouting out some of your favorite phrases. In addition to full control, kids can also send Leo into one of three pre-programmed ninja combat routines! Ages 4+, SRP $59.99

Full-function IR remote control lets you direct Leo to slash and bash whatever gets in his way. Can move forward and back and drop his head into his shell for increased defense, Spins on his back shell for a flurry of blows. Shouts out signature Turtle phrases! Also features three preprogrammed ninja combat routines.

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The Queen of Halloween Elvira Promotes Halloween ComicFest!

October 15, 2015Rob Leave a Comment

On Saturday, October 31^st (Halloween) anyone who goes to a participating comic shop can get FREE comic books and participate in fun events such as costume contests, games, raffles, store-wide sales, meet and greets with comic book writers and artists and more! Anyone who receives one of the 21 free designated Halloween ComicFest comics can then enter “The Greatest Halloween Costume Contest Ever” for a chance to win a $500 or $100 shopping spree to their comic shop or gain the most votes to win for their costume category. To see the free comics that will be available, learn about the costume contest and find a participating comic shop, visitwww.halloweencomicfest.com.

don’t forget to follow Halloween ComicFest on social media for updates, giveaways, photos and more!

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Hibito’s beloved pug is becoming a Nendoroid Petite

October 14, 2015Rob Leave a Comment

From the popular manga series that has sold over 16 million copies ‘Space Brothers’ comes a Nendoroid Petite of APO, to be included with the 27th volume of the manga! APO’s unique and rather hard to describe expression has been carefully shrunk down into Nendoroid Petite size!

His cute little doggy spacesuit has also been faithfully recreated and even includes the trademark heart shape on the arm! The included Nendoroid Petite stand allows you to display him floating as if in space to really bring out atmosphere of the series, and his neck is fitted with a joint allowing you to move it around to the angle you think suits him best!

MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS SPIDER-WOMEN #1!

October 14, 2015Rob Leave a Comment

MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS SPIDER-WOMEN #1!
Spider-Gwen, Spider-Woman, and Silk team-up for an all-new crossover event

New York, NY — October 14^th, 2015 — After the events of SPIDER-VERSE, Jessica Drew, Cindy Moon and Gwen Stacy have been developing a unique kind of friendship from across the multiverse. But when things go awry in Gwen’s universe, Silk and Spider-Woman of the Marvel Universe find themselves stranded in Gwen’s reality while their dangerous doppelgangers run rampant in THEIR New York!

Helmed by the three series writers — Jason Latour (Spider-Gwen), Robbie Thompson (Silk), and Dennis Hopeless (Spider-Woman) – the arachnid ladies of the Spider-Verse are about to embark on a crossover event that will delve into a brand new adventure that will take Spider-Gwen, Spider-Woman and Silk down a path that will forever change who they are and how they think of their corners of the Spider-Verse.

“There’s going to be adventure, intrigue, fisticuffs, and some big twists, but I’m most excited about the personal story for each of these characters as they go through this dimension-hopping event,” explains Silkwriter Robbie Thompson with Newsarama. “They’re all going to be tested and changed by this crossover.”

Being part of the “Spider-mythos” has never been easy going for any hero of the Marvel Universe and these ladies are about to enter an interdimensional crucible that will challenge them, not only as individual heroes, but as a team and how they can work together as a cohesive kick-ass unit. “I think what’s intriguing about the three of them is that they’re really just getting to know one another,” says Jason Latour. “But as far as the initial dynamic—Jessica is definitely the big sister who’s a little frustrated by how much these girls don’t know about being superheroes.”

Next year, bear witness to the first crossover of its kind and get answers to questions you didn’t even know you had as Spider-Gwen, Spider-Woman, and Silk jump dimensions and show what it takes to be called SPIDER-WOMEN in the first action-packed chapter SPIDER-WOMEN #1!

DST Products In Stores This Week: Gotham, The Walking Dead and more!

October 14, 2015Rob Leave a Comment

Batman Classic TV Series Logo Cookie Jar

A Diamond Select Toys release! Holy ginger snaps, Batman! The newest DST product inspired by the Batman Classic TV Series may be their most tantalizing yet! DST has taken the famous Batman TV logo and turned it into an approximately 12″ wide ceramic cookie jar – remove the inset lid at the top to fill it with cookies, treats or evidence! Comes packaged in a full-color box. (Item #JAN152173, SRP: $39.99)

http://www.diamondselecttoys.com/batman-classic-tv-series-logo-cookie-jar

Batman: The Animated Series Femme Fatales Poison Ivy PVC Statue

A Diamond Select Toys release! DST’s line of Femme Fatales PVC statues based on the women of the DC Animated Universe continues with Poison Ivy! Based on her appearance in Batman: The Animated Series, this PVC statue of the plant-loving Pamela Isley stands 9 inches tall atop her diorama base, and depicts the villainous vixen visiting with a vine-like friend, perhaps discussing how best to entangle the Dark Knight. Packaged in a full-color box window box. Sculpted by Steve Varner Studios! (Item #MAY152173, SRP: $45.00)

http://www.diamondselecttoys.com/batman-animated-series-femme-fatales-poison-ivy-pvc-statue

Godzilla 1974 Figural Vinyl Bank

A Diamond Select Toys release! Watch out, MechaGodzilla! The newest full-figure bank in DST’s line of 12-inch vinyl kaiju is your old foe Godzilla, exactly as he appeared in 1974’s Godzilla vs. Mechagodzilla! And you know what happened in that movie! This 12-inch rendition of the King of All Monsters in his full 1970s glory features a coin slot on his back and a removable tail that reveals an updated and improved access door. Measuring 18 inches long from nose to tail, he is the perfect addition to any Godzilla collection! Sculpted by Gentle Giant. Packaged in a clear polybag. (Item #MAR152065, SRP: $34.99)

http://www.diamondselecttoys.com/godzilla-classic-1974-vinyl-figure-bank

Gotham TV Select Action Figures Series 1 Asst.

A Diamond Select Toys release! One of the hottest shows on TV is Gotham, a look at the crime-ridden streets of Batman’s hometown. Now, the hit show is an all-new line of Select action figures! Each 7-inch scale figure comes with character-specific accessories, as well as a deluxe diorama base representing a location in Gotham City: The Penguin comes with a pier, Jim Gordon comes with an alleyway, and Selina Kyle comes with a fire escape – connect Jim and Selina’s bases to form a larger scene! Each figure features approximately 16 points of articulation and comes packaged in the famous display-ready Select packaging, with spine art for easy shelf reference. Sculpted by Gentle Giant!

Jim Gordon Action Figure (Item # MAR158179, SRP: $24.99)

http://www.diamondselecttoys.com/gotham-tv-jim-gordon-select-action-figure

Oswald Cobblepot Action Figure (Item # MAR158180, SRP: $24.99)

http://www.diamondselecttoys.com/gotham-tv-oswald-cobblepot-select-action-figure

Selina Kyle Action Figure (Item # MAR158181, SRP: $24.99)

http://www.diamondselecttoys.com/gotham-tv-selina-kyle-select-action-figure

Marvel Minimates Villain Zombies vs. Age of Ultron Secret Wars Box Set

A Secret Wars tie-in! Every year, DST unleashes a horde of Marvel’s Villain Zombies on the world, in the form of a new four-pack of Marvel Minimates! This year, with worlds colliding over in Secret Wars, even our zombie box set is not immune to the effects! Villain Zombie versions of Pyro, Bullseye and the Vulture have been invaded by an Ultron Drone from the Age of Ultron. No matter who wins, we lose! Each 2-inch Minimates mini-figure features 14 points of articulation as well as interchangeable parts and accessories. Packaged in a full-color window box. Designed by Art Asylum! (Item #JUL152208, SRP: $19.99)

http://www.diamondselecttoys.com/marvel-minimates-villain-zombies-vs-age-of-ultron-secret-wars-box-set

Jay and Silent Bob Minimates Zombie 2-Pack

A Diamond Select Toys release! Jay and Silent Bob will never die! Literally! This all-new 2-pack of Minimates mini-figures features undead versions of America’s favorite comedy team, as seen in the movies, comics and cartoons of writer/director Kevin Smith. This set includes zombie-specific accessories, including a hunk of meat and the severed heads of four familiar victims. Each 2-inch Minimates mini-figure features 14 points of articulation and fully interchangeable (and removable) parts. Packaged on a full-color blister card. Designed by Art Asylum! (Item #MAY152176, SRP: $9.99)

http://www.diamondselecttoys.com/jay-and-silent-bob-minimates-zombie-2-pack

Pulp Fiction 20th Ann. Minimates Bring Out the Gimp Box Set

A Diamond Select Toys release! Bring out the gimp!! No more wondering if the gimp is sleeping – the famous Pawn Shop scene from Pulp Fiction has finally been made into Minimates form! The fourth box set based on Quentin Tarantino’s iconic 1994 film captures the main players in the famous dungeon sequence: Butch, Marsellus Wallace, Zed and the Gimp! Each 2-inch Minimates mini-figure features 14 points of articulation as well as interchangeable parts and accessories. Packaged on a full-color blister card. Designed by Art Asylum! (Item #MAY152174, SRP: $19.99)

http://www.diamondselecttoys.com/pulp-fiction-20th-ann-minimates-bring-out-the-gimp-box-set

Universal Monsters Legacy Series 4 B&W Action Figures Box Set

A Diamond Select Toys Release! The Universal Monsters are back, with an all-new Legacy Series Box Set! Capturing three recent Universal Monsters Select action figures in glorious black-andwhite, this set brings together Quasimodo (from The Hunchback of Notre Dame), a Mole Person (from the Mole People) and a transforming figure of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (from Abbottt and Costello Meet Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde). The figures look like they just stepped off of the silver screen! Each 7-inch scale figure features 16 points of articulation and a small diorama base. Sculpted by Jean St. Jean! (Item #MAR152066, SRP: $50.00)

http://www.diamondselecttoys.com/universal-monsters-legacy-series-4-bw-figure-set

Walking Dead Minimates 2-Packs Series 8 Asst.

A Diamond Select Toys Release! With the hit comic series expanding in new, shocking directions, and a new TV series on the air, there’s never been a better time to be a Walking Dead fan! This all-new assortment of comic-based Minimates mini-figures spans the time-jump, featuring “New Beginning”-era Carl with Sophia, “All-Out War”-era Rosita with Father Gabriel, Hilltop leader Gregory with a Forest Zombie, and a rare, one-per-case two-pack of new Hilltop leader Maggie Greene with a Forest Zombie! Each 2-inch Minimates mini-figure has 10-14 points of articulation and features fully interchangeable parts and accessories. Designed by Art Asylum! (Item #AUG152324, SRP: $9.99/ea.)

http://www.diamondselecttoys.com/walking-dead-minimates-2-packs-series-8-asst

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Stay tuned to www.alternativemindz.com this week for our review of Oswald Cobblepot from Gotham!