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Behind The Scenes Images From “V” The Original Mini-Series

Behind The Scenes Images From “V” The Original Mini-Series

“V” The Original Mini-Series and the mini-series that followed are among my favorite sci-fi shows of all time. Check out this image of series creator Kenneth Johnson in the ship graveyard at Universal. It was taken after the original filming at some point. These ships were simple, yet awesome. I really wish I had some as toys or replicas.

Other images in this set include the shuttle being moved by crane. Yep, these ships actually existed as full sized props. It’s amazing they didn’t break the thing moving it around. I just love these ships. They are so…lizard people!

Behind The Scenes Images From “V” The Original Mini-Series

Behind The Scenes Images From “V” The Original Mini-Series

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Scifi Staff by — May 13, 2015 in Behind The Scenes 0
TARS From Interstellar Cosplay

TARS From Interstellar Cosplay

I’m still not quite sure what to think about TARS and CASE from the movie Interstellar. They were weird. Pretty cool, but weird. They did prove to be very versatile and they are certainly unique. You may not be aware, but they weren’t completely CGI. Sometime puppets were used in certain scenes. This gave cosplayer Iain Heath an excellent idea.

He made his own TARS costume and wore it to the Emerald City Comic Con in Seattle awhile back. I have to say, it looks amazing. It took him 3 months to build it, using wood and metal. The basic frame is simple and effective. There is also a camera and monitor inside, because naturally he needed to see where he was going, so he didn’t run over some poor soul. And yes those are LCD screens on the front. This is some extremely unique and quality cosplay.

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Scifi Staff by — May 12, 2015 in Cosplay 0
Lego Minifig Scale Model Of The Millennium Falcon Has Some Insane Detail

lego star wars millenium falcon

This huge 3’7 by 3′ Millennium Falcon is made out of at least 10,000 pieces of Lego. The amount of detail here is just out of this world. It seems like they got every last bit of the Falcon just right. Han would be proud.

It was created by Titan Creations, a Singapore-based team of builders. Every nook and cranny of the Falcon’s interior is here. This build is just crazy. You can see Chewie and Han in the cockpit. Leia, R2-D2, C-3PO, Luke and Ben Kenobi are all here too.

lego star wars millenium falcon

lego star wars millenium falcon

lego star wars millenium falcon

lego star wars millenium falcon

lego star wars millenium falcon

lego star wars millenium falcon

lego star wars millenium falcon

lego star wars millenium falcon

lego star wars millenium falcon

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Scifi Staff by — May 12, 2015 in Toys/Collectibles 0
Sci-Fi Film Vehicle Triptych Prints

sci fi vehicle triptych art

This is the kind of artwork that you decorate your geek den or mancave with. These cool triptychs feature famous Sci-Fi vehicles. These posters will make any wall come alive. They are available in the Staermose Society 6 shop.

You can choose from the Ghostbusters Ecto-1, the Batmobile, Mad Max’s ride, The Back To The Future DeLorean and more. Each Giclée print is made on natural white, matte, ultra smooth, 100% cotton rag, acid and lignin free archival paper using Epson K3 archival inks. They are also custom trimmed with a 1″ border for framing. These prints are pretty impressive, that’s for sure. It’s hard to pick a favorite.

sci fi vehicle triptych art

sci fi vehicle triptych art

sci fi vehicle triptych art

sci fi vehicle triptych art

sci fi vehicle triptych art

sci fi vehicle triptych art

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Scifi Staff by — May 12, 2015 in Art 1
Star Wars R5-D4 Sixth Scale Figure by Sideshow Collectibles

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When I was a kid back in 1977, my favorite droid was R2-D2 of course, but my second favorite was R5-D4. I just really liked the color scheme and the design. R5 was an awesome droid. That’s why Luke almost picked him. Now you can display the best version of R5-D4 that you can buy. This Star Wars R5-D4 Sixth Scale Figure by Sideshow Collectibles is simply stunning.

Slightly larger than R2-D2, Sideshow’s R5-D4 Sixth Scale Figure measures about 8.6 inches tall from antenna to treads. The details are spot on and frankly, have me falling in love with this droid all over again. Every detail of the R5 unit is faithfully replicated, from his desert-worn exterior, to his advanced articulation. Just look at that distinctive head and authentic holographic details. That head can swivel nearly 360 degrees, while a magnetic restraining bolt grants access to a variety of compartments and hinged panels. He also suffers a pop-up “bad motivator,” which is super cool.

He is only $139.99 from Sideshow Collectibles and I’m buying one right away.

r5-d4 droid

r5-d4 droid

Scifi Staff by — May 11, 2015 in Props/Replicas 0
Scenes From Star Wars Created From A Single Sheet Of Paper

Scenes From Star Wars Created From A Single Sheet Of Paper

It never ceases to amaze me what people can do with paper of all things. Check out these amazingly detailed, 3D Star Wars scenes. They are actually made from just a single sheet of paper, by artist Paper Dandy a.k.a. Marc Hagan-Guirey. They just boggle my mind.

Marc cuts the shapes, then bends and folds the paper using an ancient art called kirigami. It’s like origami but with cutting designs. Have you ever seen such detailed paper art in your entire life? Marc is not only talented, but also very prolific as you can see from the images below. These are just some of his creations.

Scenes From Star Wars Created From A Single Sheet Of Paper

Scenes From Star Wars Created From A Single Sheet Of Paper

Scenes From Star Wars Created From A Single Sheet Of Paper

Scenes From Star Wars Created From A Single Sheet Of Paper

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Scifi Staff by — May 11, 2015 in Art 0
Mad Max: Fury Road Behind The Scenes

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Wc58__rEFQ

The Mad Max movies are among my all time favorites. It’s going to be hard for George Miller to top himself, but from everything I’ve seen so far, it looks like he just might. This B-roll video showed up online and it features 18 glorious minutes of behind-the-scenes footage of George Miller directing some of the action scenes of Mad Max: Fury Road.

This movie looks amazing and as usual, that’s largely due to the mostly practical stunts they did in the Namibian desert. Practical is always best. It’s really amazing to see these stunts performed on the set. This is dangerous work and these stuntmen do an excellent job.

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Scifi Staff by — May 11, 2015 in Behind The Scenes 0
Terminator Genisys Endoskeleton Skull 1:1 Scale Prop Replica

Terminator Genisys Endoskeleton Skull 1:1 Scale Prop Replica

This Terminator Genisys Endoskeleton Skull 1:1 Scale Prop Replica is 100% unique to the newest movie Terminator Genisys. It has a completely new sculpture and design by Legacy Effects. This new Endoskeleton was designed digitally as well, with each part printed for laser accuracy and proportion. It is going to look stunning on your desk for sure.

It was produced from the original molds to be as accurate as is possible and set on a museum quality base with lighted eyes. And you just know that those eyes will haunt you. Just like the practical effects Endoskeletons used in the film, these replicas are chrome painted with amazing detail. It measures about 15-inches tall x 8.5-inches wide x 10-inches long. The price is a very reasonable $600.

Terminator Genisys Endoskeleton Skull 1:1 Scale Prop Replica

Terminator Genisys Endoskeleton Skull 1:1 Scale Prop Replica

Terminator Genisys Endoskeleton Skull 1:1 Scale Prop Replica

Scifi Staff by — May 8, 2015 in Props/Replicas 0
Custom Built Light Up Battlestar Galactica

Custom Built Light Up Battlestar Galactica

This Custom Built Light Up Battlestar Galactica is frakkin’ awesome. It was created by OtherWorldModels and is a custom built and painted new-series Moebius Models Battlestar Galactica model kit. However, he put in some amazing upgrades.

Like full hull plating decals, detailed and lit hanger bays, other photo-etched detail pieces, and upgraded guns. Because Galactica needs her guns. I love how those engines glow. You would be proud to have this ship on your desk.

Custom Built Light Up Battlestar Galactica

Custom Built Light Up Battlestar Galactica

Custom Built Light Up Battlestar Galactica

Scifi Staff by — May 8, 2015 in Props/Replicas 0
Liam Brazier’s Amazing Superhero Illustrations

Liam Brazier's Amazing Superhero Illustrations

This amazing superhero artwork from Liam Brazier shows some of our favorite comic book heroes in glorious polygon style. The vibrant colors and the shapes that make up these images make for some stunning artwork. This is some true geek eye candy.

I love how all of these images is so full of motion and life and energy. From top to bottom:

Man Up = Superman
Cave Man = Batman
Man Made = Iron Man
Front Man = Captain America
Mad Man = Hulk
Running Man = The Flash
Hang Man = Spider-man

Liam Brazier's Amazing Superhero Illustrations

Liam Brazier's Amazing Superhero Illustrations

Liam Brazier's Amazing Superhero Illustrations

Liam Brazier's Amazing Superhero Illustrations

Liam Brazier's Amazing Superhero Illustrations

Liam Brazier's Amazing Superhero Illustrations

Scifi Staff by — May 7, 2015 in Art 0