The World of PhoTOYgraphy: Disney Pixar UP! by Hot Toys

Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Disney Pixar UP! by Hot Toys

Whenever Disney Pixar comes out with a movie there is an almost 100% it will be a hit. Movies such as Toy Story and CARS are just a few of what makes them successful. Enter their latest addition, which is entitled UP. This is a story of an old balloon salesman, Carl Fedricksen, who fulfills his dream of adventure when he ties thousands of balloons to his house and flies away not knowing that he has a stow away: 8 year old Russell who is a Wilderness Explored.

Hot Toys is a company known for producing excellent quality toys and UP is another addition to their great line of CosBabies (check out their Iron Man movie line).

Packaging:

Carl and Russell are packaged in a blister type box with a colorful theme design from the movie. The package also contains Carl’s tennis ball like cane and a backdrop, which was used in the movie.

Collector’s Perspective:

If you are into collecting CosBabies (3 inch toys with big heads and small legs) then this is definitely for you. You can relive the movie with Carl and Russell standing inside your display cabinet. The details here are excellent and the paint job is very nice. Kudos to Hot Toys!

Sideshow Collectibles is selling the set for $ 14.99 (https://www.sideshowtoy.com/?page_id=4489&sku=900585), however it is sold out already. I was able to get this locally for P 1,200.00.

PhoTOYgrapher’s Perspective:

When my friend loaned me these two I had a great time shooting them both. I’ve also shot the Iron Man CosBabies before so I am quite familiar with how you can move the head, arms, legs etc. I was trying to move/tilt the head of Carl when the neck suddenly snapped. I immediately called my friend (owner) who was a bit puzzled why the head could not be moved. Good thing I was able to buy another set to replace it (risks of taking pictures of toys that are not yours). Instead of having none I know own Russell and Carl (whom I fixed) and will have them join the Incredibles family at home.

CosBabies are a bit pose able and you can get away bringing it outdoors and not having people stare at you when taking pictures of them. The fact that these 3 inch figures are small you can practically take them anywhere. And since the details are good macro shots will do these figures justice.