The Dukes of Hazzard

Toy: 1/64 scale Johnny Lightning Dukes Dukes of Hazzard diecast: 1969 Dodge Charger, The General Lee

To be prefectly honest I don't remember much about the T.V. series other than the crazy car chases and Barbara Bach's "Daisy Dukes". The story and plot of the show has completely eluded me. I can distinctly remember wishing that in the ensuing car chases I could get a glimpse of the General Lee jumping over cars or other obstacles; and that pretty much sums up my memory of the The Dukes of Hazzard....and no, I haven't seen the 2005 movie version as well.

The television series, as Wikipedia puts it, stars 2 cousins living in a fictional rural town in Georgia who often foils the evil schemes of the corrupt county Commissioner. There is action, some drama but usually it is light hearted and funny.

The diecast was an easy find really. In fact, I wasn't even trying to look for the General Lee; I actually just stumbled upon it while looking for the Knight Rider car (the 2008 version). As can be expected from a Johnny Lightning car, the quality is top notch and they're still noticeably heavier than a Matchbox or Hot Wheels car. Details are nicely done and the hood opens.

Hope you enjoy these pics. Happy toy hunting!

Making of Empire Strikes Back

A fictional Behind the Scenes look at the making of the Empire Strikes Back.....

Principal photography of the actors in action less cgi background

Post Production

Luke doing some practice swings

Luke: Hey old man, betcha can't do these poses huh?

Vader: ......

Luke: So like my agent tells me I'm gonna be doin' this gig with the Muppet Show. So what have you got lined up?

Vader: (Dark side of the force welling up)....

Luke: Nothin? So like, how's it feel with all that armor on? Must be AAAAAAHHHH!!

Director: Cut!

Vader: 'twas an accident, really! No hard feelings?

Director: ok let's do this one more time. lights!....

Luke: So like, have you tried going to the dermatologist regarding your skin conditio.....AHHHHH!

Director: Cut!!

Luke: I need my agent. Get me my agent. I can't work like this. I'm the star darnit

Here are some photo stills for the marketing of the movie:

Supernatural

TOY: Greenlight Black Bandit Series 1967 Chevrolet Impala

Here's the skinny from wiki (wow, that actually rhymes) "Supernatural is an American drama and horror television series created by Eric Kripke, which debuted on September 13, 2005 on The WB, and is now part of The CW's lineup. Starring Jared Padalecki as Sam Winchester and Jensen Ackles as Dean Winchester, the series follows the brothers as they hunt demons and other figures of the paranormal."





I've never really followed the show even though I have been intrigued by its premise. I used to watch the X-files and Buffy and I'm still currently following Smallville. It should not be too much of a stretch to add this to my watch list but I guess too many shows, so little time.....

About the die cast. This was a fairly easy find really. One weekend I just stumbled upon this little gem while looking for an Ecto-1 Hot Wheels car. The original die cast car was actually an exclusive if you buy the Complete Season of Supernatural and was available in the U.S. As to what season this was bundled in kinda slipped my mind right now...but I suppose a quick Google search might do the trick =p.

The craftsmanship is awesome. Rubber tires, opening hood, nice clean lines, good solid color and clear letters for the Chevrolet logo. Pricing is reasonable but it would have been better if the doors open as well because it has some realy nice interiors.

Buffy

TOY: Johnny Lightning Spike's Desoto from the Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Series 2000


I've often enjoyed the show with all the action, witty banter and plot twists but I have to admit though that there were times when the show can be a bit boring. This is particularly true when the characters needed to contemplate on their problems and during these scenes they wallowed too much in self pity.

But overall, an enjoyable show.

I got the Johnny Lightning Desoto car from a flea market for about $3 and I was hoping there were more as I really wanted to have all the cast members' cars. But anyway I hope you enjoy the Spike mobile!

The Faculty

TOY: 1970 Chevelle SS, Hot Wheels series 2006

After searching through the internet, as I reckoned going to the public library and searching thru pages of documents would be a tad too tedious, I was able to get the name of the car that appeared in the movie, the Faculty directed by Robert Rodriguez.

I haven't seen the movie so I really cannot comment on it but since I have the diecast car that was used in the show, I figured Faculty fans can get a kick out of it.

Enjoy!