As noted previously (see “Reported Plans for NBC Studio Auction Event“, “NBC Universal Auctions Live“), these auctions from NBC Universal are now live: [Read more…]
AP: Fraud Trial Features Famous Firearms
While this news story from the Associated Press (LINK) does not directly involve original props or original prop collecting, it is of interest and the dynamics in play could have implications for the hobby, as related to market value appraisals, specialist authorities, brokering, and fraud. I plan to follow this story to report on the proceedings and outcome. [Read more…]
NASA’s Space Center Houston Star Wars Prop Exhibit – Update
As reported previously (see “NASA’s Space Center Houston to Host Star Wars Prop Exhibit“), the Luke Skywalker lightsaber from Return of the Jedi, along with other Star Wars props, including a 1:1 scale X-Wing fighter, will be on display at NASA’s Space Center Houston through the end of the year. [Read more…]
Upcoming Auction Event Calendar Snapshot
Here is the latest updated list of upcoming original prop auction events. Please contact me if you are aware of any coming events of interest to original prop collectors. [Read more…]
Christies Film & Entertainment Memorabilia Auction – South Kensington, December 19, 2007 – Catalog Online
The catalog is now online at Christies.com for their Film & Entertainment Memorabilia Auction at South Kensington on December 19, 2007: [Read more…]
“Chain Letter” Outside My Window
Okay, this one isn’t prop-related, but I’ve never seen any film shot right outside my office window before, so I thought it was worth sharing…
I understand this is for the upcoming film, “Chain Letter”. Per the Hollywood Reporter: [Read more…]
Elstree Props Retiring, Offering Business For Sale – Update
This is an update to the previous report on the Elstree Props announcement, via an eBay auction listing (Item #260185875224), of their intentions to retire (“we are retiring”) and their offer to sell their business: [Read more…]
Attack of the Show: “Rock” Galotti & Cinema Guns Part 2
As reported previously (See Cinema Guns Part 1), Attack of the Show’s Oliva Munn did a segment on the shooting range with weapons coordinator Robert “Rock” Galotti. Part 2 of this feature aired on this past Wednesday’s episode. This is a repost of the update last week, now with the video courtesy of G4tv.com: [Read more…]