'G-Force' topples `Harry Potter' at box office Jul 27, 2009
"This summer is all about packaging and escapism," Dergarabedian said of the strong showing for "G-Force." "People were scratching their heads and dragging their kids to go see this thing. They were watching the trailers with absolute shock going, 'Is that really happening?' But as a kid you're like, 'I gotta go see it.' This is a testament to the fact that Jerry Bruckheimer, like ('Transformers' director) Michael Bay, knows exactly what summer movie audiences want." ... On the other end of the... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Review: 'G-Force' Can't Recover From Nose Dive Jul 25, 2009
The group effort, though, wasn't enough to prevent a climax that will have moviegoers wondering if they accidentally wandered into the theater for the latest "Transformers" film. Most depressing about "G-Force" is the talent wasted in the name of family entertainment. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Collectibles can be more than a hobby Jul 12, 2009
Similarly, the current Transformers movie is drawing attention to those toys, he said. And if you have Star Trek toys from the 60s, 70s, you can get some good money for them, Neal said. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Hasbro, Inc. to Host Charity Premiere of G.I. JOE: The Rise of Cobra Jul 10, 2009
Paramount Pictures and Hasbro, whose previous collaboration was the worldwide blockbuster "TRANSFORMERS," join forces with Spyglass Entertainment for another extraordinary action-adventure "G.I. JOE: The Rise of Cobra." From the Egyptian desert to deep below the polar ice caps, the elite G.I. JOE team uses the latest in next-generation spy and military equipment to fight the corrupt arms dealer Destro and the growing threat of the mysterious Cobra organization to prevent them from plunging the... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Jackson items soar in value, but for how long? Jun 27, 2009
Jackson items soar in value, but for how long. - 24 Hour Business - fresnobee. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Dealing in Jackson collectibles? Be careful Jun 27, 2009
One-minute review: 'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen. Fishing tips: Catching big stripers. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Transformers fans stand to win exclusive movie-related merchandise Jun 23, 2009
TRANSFORMERS fans who watch the latest instalment of the movie at BIG Cinemas Lotus Five Star stand to win a lot of prizes ranging from T-shirts and figurines to postcards ... The proud creation of a Hong Kong-based Transformers fan club, the Optimus Prime action figure is made of durable Polystone, a material with an incredible ability to capture the minutest detail, making it unsurpassed in collectible manufacturing materials ... Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen opens nationwide on June 24... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Jackman: Action Figures Like Voodoo Dolls May 7, 2009
In the meantime, Hasbro will have its hands full as it prepares to produce products in conjunctions with two more big summer releases: June's "Transformers: Revenge of Fallen" and August's "G.I. Joe: Rise of the Cobra.". While "Transformers" will include such favorites as Optimus Prime and Soundwave, also look for a figure of Sam Witwicky (Shia LaBeouf) to be packed in with one of the Bumblebee releases. (KIRO TV, WA)
Free Comic Book Day arrives Saturday Apr 29, 2009
Some of the titles that will be available include: Avengers, Green Lantern: Blackest Night, Bongo, Cars, Savage Dragon, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Archie, Transformers, Aliens/Predator, DC Kids, NASCAR Heroes, Sonic the Hedgehog and Attack Of The Alterna-Zombies. . (Fresno Bee)
Madoff 'Devil' Among Toy Fair Highlights Feb 21, 2009
Hasbro unveiled figures and vehicles from three major movie lines: "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" and "G.I. Joe: Rise of the Cobra," three anticipated summer blockbusters opening in May, June and August, respectively. Meanwhile, Mattel showed more Batman products from its "Dark Knight" movie line, while specialty company NECA showed some new "Harry Potter" movie and "Exorcist" action figures. (Click2Houston, TX)
