Category: Dolls, Statues, & Busts

MARRIED WITH CHILDREN’S AL BUNDY (FUNKO STATUETTE)

Post author By oddmoonmediareviews
Post date October 25, 2020

SUMMARY:

Meant to resemble actor Ed O’Neill as downtrodden Al Bundy from the 1987-1997 Fox TV series, this vinyl Funko was released in 2018. It is the standard Funko size (about 3.75 inches tall). Al is depicted wearing his standard shoe salesman work attire, with the right hand gripping his beloved TV remote and the left hand is relaxing, well, uh, somewhere else. Let’s just call it a vintage Al Bundy pose.

Note: Al Bundy is Funko # 688. Also available separately is his ‘beloved’ family: wife Peggy Bundy (Funko # 689); daughter Kelly Bundy (Funko # 690); and son Bud Bundy (Funko # 691).

REVIEW:

Funko definitely captures the vintage Al Bundy look, even down to the minute details of stripes on his tie. The paint job is terrific but not flawless. There may be some minor paint bleeds in various places (i.e. on Al’s left sideburn), which can be spotted upon close inspection. Still, considering all factors (particularly, its amusing potential as a desk or shelf decoration), this Funko Al Bundy makes a fine gag gift to any Married With Children fan.

BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 8 Stars

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DIAMOND DALLAS PAGE (WCW BOBBLEHEAD STATUE)

Post author By oddmoonmediareviews
Post date October 25, 2020

SUMMARY:

At eight inches tall (including its 1¼-inch display base), this hand-painted bobblehead statue depicts pro wrestling icon Diamond Dallas Page in his ‘Bang’ taunting pose. The “Bang! Diamond Dallas Page” wording is written/engraved in black pen. This bobblehead was evidently released sometime in the later nineties (maybe 1997 or 1998) as official WCW (World Championship Wrestling)/NWO (New World Order) merchandise. However, it can’t be confirmed whether or not Page’s autograph is legitimate.

The smooth and rock-hard texture of the wrestling ring display base suggests that it is perhaps made with a resin.

Note: This loose statue was purchased as is, without packaging and missing the fourth ring post.

REVIEW:

Despite so little info available about its manufacturer, this bobblehead is still impressive. Re: his ceramic head, its spot-on paint job and detailing (including Page’s molded dirty blondish-brown hair and beard) are superb, right down to his mocking sneer. Attached to a most likely ceramic body (which even replicates his upper arm tattoos), this bobblehead makes for a mini-masterpiece. The hardened support base is plenty durable, as its thin black fabric-covered band effectively acts as the ring ropes. Whoever sculpted this statue deserves kudos for a top-tier homage to Diamond Dallas Page.

BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 8 Stars

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STING & LEX LUGER (WCW/FUNKO STATUETTE TWO-PACK)

Post author By oddmoonmediareviews
Post date October 24, 2020

SUMMARY:

Released in 2017, this power-packed tag team recreates their dominance of the long-defunct World Championship Wrestling (WCW) from the late 80’s through the late 90’s. Sting colorfully sports a vintage look, as a golden scorpion adorns his light green tights. Luger’s Funko corresponds to his mid-90’s appearance when he started pairing black boots with his non-distinctive trunks upon returning to WCW. Capable of 360-degree head turns, both mini-statues are the standard size (about 3.75 inches tall). They easily stand up for display options.

Note: Luger’s Funko is slightly shorter than Sting’s, though the real Luger is actually two or three inches taller than Sting.

REVIEW:

Including spot-on paint jobs, Funko’s rendition of WCW’s two premier ‘super-heroes’ is both flawless and impressively durable. Case in point: Sting’s light green-and-black face paint is immaculate. For that matter, both Sting’s spiky peroxide-blond crewcut and Luger’s dirty blond mullet are rendered exactly the way fans would remember them. Hypothetically, the only item missing is a pair of WCW World Tag Team Championship belts. Considering all factors (especially, their wacky potential as a desk/shelf decoration), this Funko two-pack is a wonderful homage to that other wrestling league that held its own vs. the WWE.

BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 9 Stars

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“MACHO MAN” RANDY SAVAGE (WWE/FUNKO STATUETTE)

Post author By oddmoonmediareviews
Post date October 24, 2020

SUMMARY:

Released in 2014, this variant (specifically, the purple & white wrestling trunks) of Randy “Macho Man” Savage is a faithful vinyl rendition of the two-time WWE World Champion. As to his attire, this Funko is a homage to his late 1980’s Macho Madness prime. Savage is the standard Funko size (about 3.75 inches tall). His wrestling ensemble consists of: a familiar orange bandanna with his name spelled out; his wide yellow-framed shades; white triple-starred purple wrestling trunks; white wrist and knuckle tape; yellow knee pads; and white-laced yellow wrestling boots. Easily standing up for display options, this Funko Randy Savage statue can also swivel his head a full 360-degrees.

REVIEW:

As the “Macho Man” was fond of saying … Oooooh, yeaaaah! Including a spot-on paint job, Funko’s rendition of Savage (including his trademark shades) is near-flawless. A mild disappointment is that the triple-star pattern on his trunks is repeated slightly bigger on the backside rather than replicating the gaudier look of placing his name there in white surrounded by white stars. As to what else is missing, it’s really more wish fulfillment. Pairing this colorful Funko with one of his classy manager and then-wife, Miss Elizabeth, as a nostalgic two-pack would have made sense – at a minimum, even just placing the eagle-themed WWE Championship title belt around his waist would have wonderfully complimented this vintage look.

Considering all factors (particularly, its wacky potential as a desk/shelf decoration), this Funko Randy Savage still makes an awesome gift for any Macho Madness fan. Long live Macho Madness!

BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 9 Stars

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KURT RUSSELL AS TOMBSTONE’S ‘WYATT EARP’ (FUNKO STATUETTE)

Post author By oddmoonmediareviews
Post date October 24, 2020

SUMMARY:

Released in early 2020, it’s a 3¾-inch hard plastic/vinyl homage to Kurt Russell’s Wyatt Earp from the 1993 film, Tombstone. Underneath a black wide-rim hat, this Wyatt sports a confident ‘what, me worried?’ smirk. Rather than flashing a trusty pistol, Wyatt’s pocket watch is prominently on display. Easily standing up for display options, this Funko statuette can also swivel his head a full 360-degrees.

Notes: Wyatt Earp is Funko # 851. Available separately in this Tombstone series are his brothers : Sam Elliott’s Virgil (Funko # 853) and Bill Paxton’s Morgan (Funko # 854). Val Kilmer’s ‘Doc’ Holliday is Funko # 852; ‘Doc’ has a pair of variants (# 855 and # 856). Wyatt’s fictional present-day descendant, Wynonna Earp, appears as Funko # 918.

REVIEW:

Including a spot-on paint job, Funko’s rendition of Kurt Russell-as-Wyatt Earp is a gem. Considering its fun potential as a desk/shelf decoration, this Funko Wyatt Earp makes a nifty gift for any Tombstone fan.

BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 9 Stars

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CADDYSHACK’S DANCING GOPHER (ANIMATRONIC STATUE)

Post author By oddmoonmediareviews
Post date October 24, 2020

SUMMARY:

Produced by Gemmy Industries, Inc., this lightweight, plush 6” x 14” animatronic gopher has a built-in plastic base where its red button will play the 1980 comedy’s laid-back “I’m Alright” theme. For about thirty-five seconds, swiveling its heads, paws, hips, and knees, the ‘Dancing Gopher’ makes with the shimmy and performs its memorable boogie from the movie’s closing credits.

For when the time comes: open its battery hatch with a screwdriver where your ‘Gopher’ buddy will require four AA batteries.

REVIEW:

It’s a wonderful office decoration that delivers some chuckles, as long as the batteries last. Otherwise, it’s just a plushie on a pedestal. Based on prior experience, there are evidently two different versions, though the gopher itself remains identical. When initially released, the ‘Dancing Gopher’ clearly played Kenny Loggins’ rendition of “I’m Alright.” Yet, when it eventually came time to replace the initial batteries, the ‘Kenny Loggins’ gopher’s electronics didn’t work again. Though it may have been a fluke, this reviewer’s first ‘Dancing Gopher’ was literally a one-hit wonder.

Years later, another ‘Gopher’ was found (presumably, a re-release), which now plays a generic cover of “I’m Alright.” Chancing whether or not replacing the batteries is really a fool’s errand, this reviewer found that battery replacement works on this second ‘Gopher.’ Assuming all goes well, Caddyshack’s Dancing Gopher is a fun stress reliever, particularly on tough workdays, or, as this reviewer can attest, to liven up staff meetings.

BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 8 Stars

SIDESHOW’S ZATANNA ZATARA (STATUE)

Post author By oddmoonmediareviews
Post date October 24, 2020

SUMMARY:

Released by Sideshow Collectibles in 2018, this limited-edition Zatanna Zatara statue (including a circular stage-like base) is approximately two feet tall and weighs twelve pounds. Tipping her top hat, the Justice League’s Mistress of Magic slyly conceals a wand and a trio of playing cards behind her back.

Please note that Zatanna’s statue must be semi-assembled. Specifically, her head and her separate hands are carefully packaged in the box and require attachment to the statue (at least, it’s easy to do). The statue (along with its deluxe upgrade: a white rabbit) must be inserted onto the sturdy support base.

REVIEW:

Minus her excessive ‘eye shadow,’ this Zatanna statue’s production qualities are superb. The product exactly matches its promotional photo.

Specifically, in addition to the spot-on facial features, her attire’s painted portions (her black top hat and knicker shorts, as well as her gleaming black patent leather pumps) seamlessly blend with her shimmery, real black fabric tailcoat; a white fabric vest; and actual black fishnet stockings. Complete with a deluxe packing box (as seen below), it meets all expectations for a Sideshow Collectibles statue.

One should still keep in mind that this towering statue won’t fit on an average shelf with similar collectibles. Considering the hazards of accidental damage, an ideal display location may be either an encased cabinet or atop a tall bookcase that is out of reach from children and pets. Ultimately, Sideshow’s Zatanna Zatara proves a dazzling gem for her fans and/or statue collectors.

BONUS FEATURES:

As mentioned, this statue’s ‘exclusive’ upgrade is a magician’s white rabbit.

BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 10 Stars

Note: Seen below in Photo # 3 is a height comparison between this two-foot Zatanna statue standing on its base and Tonner’s 16-inch Zatanna doll to demonstrate the potential display location dilemma.