According to a press release published today, Spike TV will be broadcasting a Labor Day Marathon special that will include a tour of the Lucasfilm Archives, with a look at many of the original props and costumes from Star Wars on display at Skywalker Ranch. The Marathon will be hosted by Allen Haff and Ton Jones of “Auction Hunters” and will be part of their programming that will feature all six Star Wars films and a special preview of the upcoming “Complete Saga” on Blu-Ray. The release promises a “hands on” look at an original R2-D2, Leia’s slave costume from Return of the Jedi, a Darth Maul costume, and AT-AT model, and more. [Read more…]
San Diego Comic Con 2011: Prop Store Brings “Comic Khan”-Centric Exhibit to Show
2011 marks Prop Store’s third year as an exhibitor at Comic Con in San Diego, and as has been the case in the past, they have brought an assortment of props and costumes from an assortment of film and television programs. As part of their t-shirt promotion this year, they have billed their experience “Comic Khan”, which is emblazoned across the shirts and the Khan costume from Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan is in the coveted display case spot at the corner of their exhibit. [Read more…]
“Star Wars: The Blueprints” Book To Feature Original Production Material from Lucasfilm Archives, Now Available To Order Online
A new book, Star Wars: The Blueprints, has been announced via the official website for the work, which includes a video trailer, sample pages, and a great deal of information about the incredible tome. The limited release book features blueprints from the Lucasfilm Archives and has been put together by author J.W. Rinzler, who has previously produced amazing works about the Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises. [Read more…]
Irvin Kershner Passes at 87
Irvin Kershner, most widely known as the visionary director of The Empire Strikes Back, died Nov. 27 in Los Angeles of lung cancer. He was 87. [Read more…]
Christie’s “Pop Culture” Auction Held Today: James Bond Pistol Exceeds Expectations, Darth Vader Costume Goes Unsold
Christie’s “Pop Culture: Film and Entertainment” auction (Sale 5570) was held today at South Kensington, London. Results from two of the highlight lots have been widely covered in Reuters and the AP, and picked up by mainstream media worldwide. [Read more…]
Prop Talk Podcast #010 – Ed Zine, Darth Vader Costume Collector | Interview by The Original Prop Blog with Jason DeBord
Ed Zine, special guest. This is the tenth ‘Prop Talk’ podcast by the Original Prop Blog. Ed Zine is a Darth Vader collector and enthusiast as well as an author. Ed has done significant research into the original Darth Vader costumes made for the Star Wars films, most specifically those made for The Empire Strikes Back.
Prop Talk Podcast #009 – J.W. Rinzler, Lucasfilm | Interview by The Original Prop Blog with Jason DeBord
J.W. Rinzler, special guest. This is the ninth ‘Prop Talk’ podcast by the Original Prop Blog. J.W. Rinzler is an author and serves as Executive Editor at Lucasfilm Ltd. Mr. Rinzler is described by the company as their own “Indiana Jones”, having created amazingly detailed and researched works about the Star Wars and Indiana Jones film franchises, memorializing the behind the scenes stories in making what are now classic films. [Read more…]
Christie’s Entertainment Memorabilia Auction November 25th In London, Catalog Available Online
Christie’s next “Pop Culture: Film and Entertainment” auction (Sale 5570) will be held November 25th at South Kensington, London. The catalog for this event can now be viewed online. Like last year’s event with the original King Kong armature, this year’s sale continues to impress. [Read more…]