Movie Merchandise - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Taimar · 11-02-2001, 10:33 AM

Just had a wander around some shops today and got my first look at some movie merchandise. I saw a Ringwraith on horseback, as well as Gandalf and Saruman figures. I also spotted an Orc Overseer and the infamous Lurtz. The Ringwraith was quite impressive, but the other stuff looked cheap and nasty.Has anyone seen any other stuff and if so, what did you think?

***Sharkû*** · 11-02-2001, 03:32 PM

(I rarely like to post out of topic, but this is one case where it is certainly necessary )Taimar!! The action figures may look nice, but what would surely keep me from buying even the better ones are the traits made for the youngest customers - sword-swinging action, Frodo who can look pale and sick after pressing a button, etc...

11-03-2001, 04:18 PM

Some of the action figures can be nice butI think most are messed up. I haven't seen many of them but the ones I have seen are kool but I'm waiting to see what all they actually make.

Elrian · 11-04-2001, 12:53 AM

How many different Elven ones do they have out? Just Arwen and Legolas?

Inziladun · 11-04-2001, 07:55 AM

Elrian, your ghostly little icon looks 'hauntingly' familiar.

red · 11-04-2001, 10:44 PM

Yes, Elrian, that is not very classy. -rêd

Halbarad · 11-05-2001, 06:42 PM

In NZ the heads of Lurtz and whatnot are selling for $120. Does that seem overpriced to anybody? In a few years they will be sold like old Star Wars figurines. DoI for one won't buy anything.

Oliphaunt · 11-08-2001, 04:28 PM

I agree that the LOTR toys are not a good idea. It will cheapen the image in my opinian. Thats one of the reasons I respect what the makers of the Harry Potter movies. They're not allowing any images of Harry Potter on merchandise, and no action-toys. I think thats cool. Has anyone else read Harry Potter, or is planning on seeing the Harry Potter movie coming out soon?

Halbarad · 11-08-2001, 09:33 PM

Never, ever. Not if I was paid to. I am naturally suspicious of anything as popular as Harry Potter, especially with kids who have no experience with real books. Remember Goosebumps....? Erg!

Orald · 11-09-2001, 12:13 AM

The have Lego Harry Potter stuff out. And Lego will probably make LotR sets when it is all over and done with too. But then Lego isn't as bad as Hasbro.

Oliphaunt · 11-09-2001, 03:23 PM

I didn't trust Harry Potter either, but one of my friends basically shoved the first one on me. I was rather surprised how much I liked it, I mean, they're kids books, and the school setting is annoying, but its good.

Esil the Elf · 11-09-2001, 05:12 PM

Harry Potter's setting is quiet interesting. I think the idea of a Magic Monestary that teachers magic is an original concept that hasn't been raped by the media like all other good ideas. Ehhh, lets see where this Harry Potter f00 goes.

Elrian · 11-09-2001, 07:33 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Inziladun: Elrian, your ghostly little icon looks 'hauntingly' familiar.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>It's the only one available through this site! Maybe Someone else can explain it.

Elrian · 11-09-2001, 07:37 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by red: Yes, Elrian, that is not very classy. -rêd<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> I'm dead, whadya expect!! The Arnold Jackon one is cute! I'll try to find another if it bothers ya that much. LOL I'm only a haunting spirit ya know, i haven't advanced up to a cooler spook pic yet [ December 15, 2001: Message edited by: Elrian ]

Elrian · 11-09-2001, 07:56 PM

Now that the spook stuff is out of the way I was in the barnesandnoble.com site and there are several new books The Lord of the Rings Official Movie Guide by Brian SilbyThe Lord of the Rings, The Fellowship of the Ring Picture Guide by JRR Tolkien & Allison Sage (pre-order)The Lord of the Rings, The Fellowship of the Ring Visual Companion.They also had 3 forms of the new soundtrack fro pre-order.

Elrian · 11-10-2001, 01:56 PM

I found one, hope you like this one better. I want to be a haunter, not a hauntee!!!

11-10-2001, 05:38 PM

much better

Elrian · 11-14-2001, 08:23 PM

Thanks! Now if I could have gotten the other one some shades and a cigarette it really would have been cool

***Sharkû*** · 11-16-2001, 12:42 PM

Today at the supermarket, I simply couldn't resist buying three kids surprise eggs. And I already got my first little Legolas!

***The Barrow-Wight*** · 11-16-2001, 01:07 PM

You lucky dog! (or should i say green, scary cat!?) I'm going to have my wife's sister send me a bunch of those!

***Sharkû*** · 11-16-2001, 04:14 PM

Of course, if you're going for a complete set, it is easier and cheaper to buy it at ebay. But that is far less exciting, you would miss all the childish suspense and joy. A tip for the pros, btw: weighing the eggs in the fruits section raises the chances of getting miniatures since they are a bit heavier And I have to say that I like it that the standard of the merchandise - even here - is pretty high (see the set <A HREF="http://www.tolkiens-legacy.de/i-1.jpg" TARGET=_blank>here</A>).

Elrian · 11-20-2001, 09:51 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Sharku: Of course, if you're going for a complete set, it is easier and cheaper to buy it at ebay. But that is far less exciting, you would miss all the childish suspense and joy. A tip for the pros, btw: weighing the eggs in the fruits section raises the chances of getting miniatures since they are a bit heavier And I have to say that I like it that the standard of the merchandise - even here - is pretty high (see the set <A HREF="http://www.tolkiens-legacy.de/i-1.jpg" TARGET=_blank>here</A>).<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>How inventive! And never an empty egg!

Eol · 12-15-2001, 12:57 AM

All I have seen is the stuff Burger King has been promoting on TV. It is cheap and I am sure as were I sit that good 'ol Tolkien must be rolling around in his grave right about now.

Elrian · 12-15-2001, 02:00 AM

I guess you haven't seen the pictures of the Sideshow/WETA collectables or the sword then. Really cool. stuff. Expensive though.

11-02-2001, 10:33 AM	#1
Taimar Spirit of the Downfallen West Join Date: Jun 2000 Posts: 360	Movie Merchandise Just had a wander around some shops today and got my first look at some movie merchandise. I saw a Ringwraith on horseback, as well as Gandalf and Saruman figures. I also spotted an Orc Overseer and the infamous Lurtz. The Ringwraith was quite impressive, but the other stuff looked cheap and nasty.<P>Has anyone seen any other stuff and if so, what did you think?

11-02-2001, 03:32 PM	#2
*Sharkû* Hungry Ghoul Join Date: Jun 2000 Posts: 1,719	(I rarely like to post out of topic, but this is one case where it is certainly necessary )<P>Taimar!! <P>The action figures may look nice, but what would surely keep me from buying even the better ones are the traits made for the youngest customers - sword-swinging action, Frodo who can look pale and sick after pressing a button, etc...

11-04-2001, 12:53 AM	#4
Elrian Eldar Spirit of Truth Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Land of the FREE, Home of the BRAVE Posts: 794	How many different Elven ones do they have out? Just Arwen and Legolas? __________________ ~Call me a relic, call me what you will. Say I'm old fashioned , say I'm over the hill. That old whine ain't got no soul. I'll stick to Old Toby and a Hobbit hole.~

11-04-2001, 07:55 AM	#5
Inziladun Gruesome Spectre Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Heaven's doorstep Posts: 8,037	Elrian, your ghostly little icon looks 'hauntingly' familiar. __________________ Music alone proves the existence of God.

11-04-2001, 10:44 PM	#6
red Spirit of Mischief Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Land of the free and home of the brave Posts: 366	Yes, Elrian, that is not very classy. <P>-rêd __________________ "Cats are like greatness: Some people are born into cat-loving families, some achieve cats, and some have cats thrust upon them." -William H. A. Carr

11-03-2001, 04:18 PM	#3
Tz-Mc Guest Posts: n/a	Some of the action figures can be nice butI think most are messed up. I haven't seen many of them but the ones I have seen are kool but I'm waiting to see what all they actually make.

11-05-2001, 06:42 PM	#7
Halbarad Wight Join Date: May 2001 Location: Cheongju, Korea Posts: 147	In NZ the heads of Lurtz and whatnot are selling for $120. Does that seem overpriced to anybody? In a few years they will be sold like old Star Wars figurines. DoI for one won't buy anything. __________________ -Halbarad to Aragorn, 'The Passing of the Grey Company' Book V, Return of the King."A little people, but of great worth are the Shire-folk. Little do they know of our long labour for the safekeeping of their borders, and yet I grudge it not"

11-08-2001, 04:28 PM	#8
Oliphaunt Animated Skeleton Join Date: Jul 2000 Posts: 48	I agree that the LOTR toys are not a good idea. It will cheapen the image in my opinian. Thats one of the reasons I respect what the makers of the Harry Potter movies. They're not allowing any images of Harry Potter on merchandise, and no action-toys. I think thats cool. Has anyone else read Harry Potter, or is planning on seeing the Harry Potter movie coming out soon?

11-08-2001, 09:33 PM	#9
Halbarad Wight Join Date: May 2001 Location: Cheongju, Korea Posts: 147	Never, ever. Not if I was paid to. I am naturally suspicious of anything as popular as Harry Potter, especially with kids who have no experience with real books. Remember Goosebumps....? Erg! __________________ -Halbarad to Aragorn, 'The Passing of the Grey Company' Book V, Return of the King."A little people, but of great worth are the Shire-folk. Little do they know of our long labour for the safekeeping of their borders, and yet I grudge it not"

11-09-2001, 12:13 AM	#10
Orald Shadow of Malice Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: right behind you Posts: 843	The have Lego Harry Potter stuff out. And Lego will probably make LotR sets when it is all over and done with too. But then Lego isn't as bad as Hasbro.

11-09-2001, 03:23 PM	#11
Oliphaunt Animated Skeleton Join Date: Jul 2000 Posts: 48	I didn't trust Harry Potter either, but one of my friends basically shoved the first one on me. I was rather surprised how much I liked it, I mean, they're kids books, and the school setting is annoying, but its good.

11-09-2001, 05:12 PM	#12
Esil the Elf Pile O'Bones Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Misty Forest Posts: 16	Harry Potter's setting is quiet interesting. I think the idea of a Magic Monestary that teachers magic is an original concept that hasn't been raped by the media like all other good ideas. Ehhh, lets see where this Harry Potter f00 goes. __________________ - The Lost Elf

11-09-2001, 07:33 PM	#13
Elrian Eldar Spirit of Truth Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Land of the FREE, Home of the BRAVE Posts: 794	<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Inziladun:<BR><STRONG>Elrian, your ghostly little icon looks 'hauntingly' familiar.</STRONG><HR></BLOCKQUOTE><P>It's the only one available through this site! Maybe Someone else can explain it.<P> __________________ ~Call me a relic, call me what you will. Say I'm old fashioned , say I'm over the hill. That old whine ain't got no soul. I'll stick to Old Toby and a Hobbit hole.~

11-09-2001, 07:37 PM	#14
Elrian Eldar Spirit of Truth Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Land of the FREE, Home of the BRAVE Posts: 794	<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by red:<BR><STRONG>Yes, Elrian, that is not very classy. <P>-rêd</STRONG><HR></BLOCKQUOTE><BR>I'm dead, whadya expect!! The Arnold Jackon one is cute!<P> <P>I'll try to find another if it bothers ya that much. LOL <P>I'm only a haunting spirit ya know, i haven't advanced up to a cooler spook pic yet <p>[ December 15, 2001: Message edited by: Elrian ] __________________ ~Call me a relic, call me what you will. Say I'm old fashioned , say I'm over the hill. That old whine ain't got no soul. I'll stick to Old Toby and a Hobbit hole.~

11-09-2001, 07:56 PM	#15
Elrian Eldar Spirit of Truth Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Land of the FREE, Home of the BRAVE Posts: 794	Now that the spook stuff is out of the way <BR>I was in the barnesandnoble.com site and there are several new books<BR>The Lord of the Rings Official Movie Guide by Brian Silby<P>The Lord of the Rings, The Fellowship of the Ring Picture Guide by JRR Tolkien & Allison Sage (pre-order)<P>The Lord of the Rings, The Fellowship of the Ring Visual Companion.<P>They also had 3 forms of the new soundtrack fro pre-order.<P> __________________ ~Call me a relic, call me what you will. Say I'm old fashioned , say I'm over the hill. That old whine ain't got no soul. I'll stick to Old Toby and a Hobbit hole.~

11-10-2001, 01:56 PM	#16
Elrian Eldar Spirit of Truth Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Land of the FREE, Home of the BRAVE Posts: 794	I found one, hope you like this one better. <BR>I want to be a haunter, not a hauntee!!! __________________ ~Call me a relic, call me what you will. Say I'm old fashioned , say I'm over the hill. That old whine ain't got no soul. I'll stick to Old Toby and a Hobbit hole.~

11-14-2001, 08:23 PM	#18
Elrian Eldar Spirit of Truth Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Land of the FREE, Home of the BRAVE Posts: 794	Thanks! Now if I could have gotten the other one some shades and a cigarette it really would have been cool __________________ ~Call me a relic, call me what you will. Say I'm old fashioned , say I'm over the hill. That old whine ain't got no soul. I'll stick to Old Toby and a Hobbit hole.~

11-16-2001, 12:42 PM	#19
*Sharkû* Hungry Ghoul Join Date: Jun 2000 Posts: 1,719	Today at the supermarket, I simply couldn't resist buying three kids surprise eggs. And I already got my first little Legolas!

11-16-2001, 01:07 PM	#20
*The Barrow-Wight* Night In Wight Satin Join Date: May 2000 Posts: 4,043	You lucky dog! (or should i say green, scary cat!?) I'm going to have my wife's sister send me a bunch of those! __________________ The Barrow-Wight

11-16-2001, 04:14 PM	#21
*Sharkû* Hungry Ghoul Join Date: Jun 2000 Posts: 1,719	Of course, if you're going for a complete set, it is easier and cheaper to buy it at ebay. But that is far less exciting, you would miss all the childish suspense and joy.<BR>A tip for the pros, btw: weighing the eggs in the fruits section raises the chances of getting miniatures since they are a bit heavier And I have to say that I like it that the standard of the merchandise - even here - is pretty high (see the set <A HREF="http://www.tolkiens-legacy.de/i-1.jpg" TARGET=_blank>here</A>).

11-20-2001, 09:51 PM	#22
Elrian Eldar Spirit of Truth Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Land of the FREE, Home of the BRAVE Posts: 794	<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Sharku:<BR><STRONG> Of course, if you're going for a complete set, it is easier and cheaper to buy it at ebay. But that is far less exciting, you would miss all the childish suspense and joy.<BR>A tip for the pros, btw: weighing the eggs in the fruits section raises the chances of getting miniatures since they are a bit heavier And I have to say that I like it that the standard of the merchandise - even here - is pretty high (see the set <A HREF="http://www.tolkiens-legacy.de/i-1.jpg" TARGET=_blank>here</A>).</STRONG><HR></BLOCKQUOTE><P>How inventive! And never an empty egg!<P> __________________ ~Call me a relic, call me what you will. Say I'm old fashioned , say I'm over the hill. That old whine ain't got no soul. I'll stick to Old Toby and a Hobbit hole.~

12-15-2001, 12:57 AM	#23
Eol Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: The Pacific Northwest - Tir Nan Og Posts: 306	All I have seen is the stuff Burger King has been promoting on TV. It is cheap and I am sure as were I sit that good 'ol Tolkien must be rolling around in his grave right about now. __________________ Mes sana in corpec sano- (lt.) A sound mind in a sound body

12-15-2001, 02:00 AM	#24
Elrian Eldar Spirit of Truth Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Land of the FREE, Home of the BRAVE Posts: 794	I guess you haven't seen the pictures of the Sideshow/WETA collectables or the sword then. Really cool. stuff. Expensive though. __________________ ~Call me a relic, call me what you will. Say I'm old fashioned , say I'm over the hill. That old whine ain't got no soul. I'll stick to Old Toby and a Hobbit hole.~