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Shadow Agent

Shadow Agent

Some characters do their best work lurking in the shadows. This character is probably pushing the TV & Film Toys name to the limit.

January 21, 2010 | By | 5 Replies More
Playing With Fire (Part 1)

Playing With Fire (Part 1)

I figured since the flower theme went over so well, I’d try another one. This time were playing with fire, literally.

January 19, 2010 | By | 3 Replies More
Bulky Shadow

Bulky Shadow

This figure is one of the bulkiest from the line he’s in. He’s a bit gruff, as well.

January 14, 2010 | By | 2 Replies More
A Real Stumper

A Real Stumper

Maybe, Maybe not. I’d have been hard pressed to name this base to a figure. It appears to have had action feature removed before this stump was put into production.

January 12, 2010 | By | 2 Replies More
Jawa & Security Droid

Jawa & Security Droid

Frequent visitors to the site will know that I have a soft spot for Jawas. I think the pint sized scavengers just captured my imagination when I was a kid and didn’t let go. Frequent readers will also know that I like figures that are able to sit. With this most recent Jawa release we […]

January 10, 2010 | By | 1 Reply More
Shadowy Figure

Shadowy Figure

I thought we’d start this series off with a real shadowy figure. Well, the character is.

January 7, 2010 | By | 6 Replies More
Swing Time

Swing Time

What we have here is a pretty nice little set of golf clubs. I can’t believe there haven’t been more figures that have came with golf clubs. Or Caddyshack figures, for that matter.

January 4, 2010 | By | 2 Replies More
Willrow Hood

Willrow Hood

I know every one is saying who? Willrow Hood is better know as the Ice Cream Maker Guy from Cloud City. He’s seen briefly after Lando transmits the evacuation order. According to Wookiepedia, Willrow was a Rebel sympathizer who was taking a computer core to dispose of it before it could lead to the Rebel […]

January 3, 2010 | By | 7 Replies More
Party Noisemaker?

Party Noisemaker?

This weapon has a pretty distinct design. That should help identify the correct figure this thing came with. Or will it be a case of mistaken identity?

December 28, 2009 | By | 2 Replies More
Rex “The Doctor” Lewis

Rex “The Doctor” Lewis

Ever since Episode One of Star Wars came out, I’ve made an effort to avoid as many spoilers for a film as I can without going out of my way. I really wanted to like “GI Joe: Rise of Cobra” before I saw it. But I had my doubts. As such, I really didn’t get […]

December 26, 2009 | By | 3 Replies More
Episode 2 Clone Trooper Desktop Wallpaper

Episode 2 Clone Trooper Desktop Wallpaper

This is one of those things I did, just cause I wanted it for myself. Clone troopers bursting through the screen.  Nothing more, nothing less. [singlepic id=120 w=500 h=330 mode=web20 float=center]

December 24, 2009 | By | Reply More
I Spy

I Spy

I think a good number of people will recognize this for what it is. The question is why would an action figure come with one?

December 21, 2009 | By | 2 Replies More
These Aren’t the Droids Desktop Wallpaper

These Aren’t the Droids Desktop Wallpaper

Alright, I can’t remember what caused me to want to make this. Sometimes I just get an idea and want to see it through. I really overuse the “These aren’t the droids you’re looking for” line. Ask Mrs. Nerd and my co-workers. Click the image for full size Wallpaper. [singlepic id=119 w=500 h=330 mode=web20 float=center]

December 18, 2009 | By | 3 Replies More
Little Green Stick

Little Green Stick

For the figure this accessory came with it’s one of the most iconic. I know. It’s not much to look at, but it’s got it where it counts.

December 14, 2009 | By | 4 Replies More
Do Kids Use Still Use Library Cards & Card Catalogs?

Do Kids Use Still Use Library Cards & Card Catalogs?

Mrs. Nerd and I were watching TV recently and both of noticed a card catalog on screen at the same time. We discussed school libraries briefly and moved on. A few days later, I was listening to Jimmy Buffett’s “Fruitcakes” album when I heard the song “Love in the Library.” These two separate events got […]

December 12, 2009 | By | 2 Replies More
Evil Homer Simpsons WOS Desktop Wallpaper

Evil Homer Simpsons WOS Desktop Wallpaper

“I am Evil Homer, I am Evil Homer…” Once you get that in your head it sticks. I just really wanted to do a Desktop with the Devil versions of Ned Flanders and Homer Simpson. Some people would probably say I would sell my soul for a forbidden donut. (Click on image for full size […]

December 11, 2009 | By | Reply More
Totally Tubular

Totally Tubular

Alright. I’ll be honest if I saw this I’d have no idea what it is or what action figure it came with. It appears to be test tubes. Maybe a mad scientist’s accessory to develop a new addictive drug for the masses? Maybe it’s not test tubes at all.

December 7, 2009 | By | 2 Replies More
Bob & Doug McKenzie Stanley Cup Desktop Wallpaper

Bob & Doug McKenzie Stanley Cup Desktop Wallpaper

Good day, eh? I’m Bob, this my brother, Doug and this is the Stanley Cup. I couldn’t resist combining these things all together for a desktop wallpaper. Yes, the Donut boxes, Eslinore, and Tim Horton’s TimBits box are all custom. Maybe if enough people ask, I’ll post ’em. [singlepic id=115 w=500 h=330 float=center]

December 3, 2009 | By | 1 Reply More
Packing Heat

Packing Heat

Yeah. It’s a gun. It has a back pack and a cord that connects them. It might not be hard to figure out what it is. But where did it come from with this color pack?

December 1, 2009 | By | 3 Replies More
Ewok 2 Pack (Paploo & Nho’Apakk)

Ewok 2 Pack (Paploo & Nho’Apakk)

It amazes he me how many people online profess hatred for the Ewoks in “Return of the Jedi.” You would think if that many folks despised them, they would be peg warming every time they released a new one.  But they don’t. People snag the little critters when they see them. I’ve said it before, […]

November 29, 2009 | By | 5 Replies More