Toy Review – Halloween (2018) Ultimate Michael Myers from NECA

The newest entry in the legendary Halloween franchise comes home tomorrow, so I thought today would be the perfect time to review NECA’s newest – and long-awaited – Michael Myers figure.

After years of near-constant Freddys and Jasons, and even a few Chuckys, the absence of the OG slasher from action figure aisles was conspicuous. While Mezco’s One:12 Myers (from the original film) just barely beat this one to market, off the top of my head I think the last one we got was in the box set with Doctor Loomis and the porch diorama. That’s the one that’s on my shelf, anyway. Sadly the diorama did not survive a move.

Out of all of NECA’s figures, that one has actually aged rather well. One of the advantages Michael has is that he mostly looks the same and there’s not a whole lot of updating to be done at an action figure scale. Of course, as far as being a renewable license with lots of merchandising opportunities, this is not an advantage. I’m sure NECA will squeeze a 1978 Michael out of this figure and might even be able to convince us a couple more are warranted, but I can’t see them doing one for every movie in the same way that they have with Freddy and Jason.

Note: We already know that NECA is releasing a Laurie Strode to go with this Michael and it wouldn’t surprise me one bit if they pack a slightly different version of Myers in, too. I hope they don’t, but they have a history of such tactics.

After loving the new Halloween I couldn’t wait to get my hands on some merchandise. NECA’s figure took a little longer than I expected to arrive, but now that it’s here, was it worth the wait? Read on and find out! Continue reading “Toy Review – Halloween (2018) Ultimate Michael Myers from NECA” →

Repost: Days of the Dead Malcolm McDowell Panel

Look I know that we’re almost a month out from Days of the Dead now, but we’ve got nothing else to do for a few months so why not keep this party going for another week? And I’m not just trying to drag this out with a bunch of crap either. I’m giving you audio of a Malcolm McDowell before I finally lay this thing to rest. Pun intended. Continue reading “Repost: Days of the Dead Malcolm McDowell Panel” →

Repost: Days of the Dead 2018

You should all know by now that I love horror movies, and spooky stuff in general. Several years ago Sharron and I got day passes to go to Days of the Dead just for Saturday. It was fairly small, inexpensive, and relatively quiet. I had a good enough time that I’ve been wanting to do it again. Since my horror buddy was out of town the last few times it happened, and Mr. Tibbs isn’t usually one for crowds, I haven’t been back until this year. It’s changed a lot since 2014, and it was all for the better. Continue reading “Repost: Days of the Dead 2018” →

Repost: Days of the Dead 2018 Preview

It took some doing, but I was able to secure myself a press pass for Days of the Dead which will be taking place at the downtown Sheraton February 2-4. Actually, I got 2 passes so Mr. Tibbs will be coming too so that he can take pictures for me (I’m terrible at getting pictures of the cool stuff I see. I can take notes or take pictures. I’m not great at doing both), and he’ll allow more “divide and conquer” than I can do on my own. I may have to start doing this at Dragon Con if it works out well. Days of the Dead is a horror based convention that’s been happening every February for several years. It’s been a long time since I’ve been, but really enjoyed it, and thought I’d try my luck at getting in as press. It worked, and now I’ll be able to tell you about all the great things you missed (in case you can’t come) and things you might miss if your plans and panels don’t match up with mine. Not everyone who will be appearing has a panel so I’ll break this up into 2 parts. The people, and then the panels or events I want to see. Continue reading “Repost: Days of the Dead 2018 Preview” →

Needless Things Podcast 247 – The Best of 2018

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The Needless Things Irregulars gather in the Negative Zone for a look back at 2018!

Dave, Beth, Rad Ranger, Arian, Ryan Cadaver, and Nicole gathered together in person to discuss some of the highlights – and lowlights – of 2018, plus share a bit of excitement for the year to come! It’s one of the most epically entertaining episodes ever!
Listen in as the Irregulars discuss the best movies, TV, and more of the last year!
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