DC Direct partners with Weta Workshop to distribute high-end 'Superman Returns' collectibles
New York, NY (February 14th, 2006) - DC Direct, the toy and collectibles division brand of DC Comics, announced today a partnership with noted collectibles manufacturer Weta Limited a division of Weta Workshop to distribute highly detailed statues inspired by moments from the upcoming Warner Bros. Pictures' feature film "Superman Returns."
The line of high-end collectibles, art directed for Weta by Superman Returns director Bryan Singer, will make its debut at the 2006 American International Toy Fair and will feature limited edition, high-end polystone statues bringing moments inspired by the upcoming film to life for collectors. The partnership ensures that fans will be treated to high-end statues of the utmost quality and reflecting both Weta's sterling track record for ultra-detailed theatrical collectibles and DC Direct's powerful reputation for creating authentic collectibles direct from the source.
"While it has been exciting working on the movie, it has also been a most rewarding and enjoyable experience working with Weta to create a range of high-end collectibles," "Superman Returns" director Bryan Singer notes. "Special moments from the film have now been memorialized by their craftsmanship, serving as tributes to the work and the fans alike."
"It was an opportunity I could not turn down when Weta was approached by Bryan," enthused Richard Taylor, Director, Weta Limited. "To be able to provide an exclusive range of Collectibles, art directed by Bryan Singer, based on an icon, Superman, what more could an avid collector like myself ask for?"
"DC Direct is thrilled to be working with Weta to bring these statues to collectors around the globe," explained Cheryl Rubin, Senior VP - Brand Management. "Weta's sculptors and design sensibilities, in partnership with Bryan's creative direction have produced amazing statues that are truly unique and must-haves for Superman collectors."
Weta Limited, licensed from Warner Bros. Consumer Products on behalf of DC Comics, will produce four statues based on the film
About the DC Direct/Weta line of high-end Superman Returns movie collectibles:
All products created by Weta and Bryan Singer, distributed by DC Direct
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THE RETURNING SON
Made of polystone.
Dimensions:
Height - 20 inches
Width - 20 inches
Depth - 13 inches
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THE DAILY PLANET
Figures made of polystone, base in metal.
Dimensions:
Height - 25 inches
Width - 12 inches
Depth - 8 inches
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FALLEN HERO
Made of polystone
Dimensions:
Height - 22 inches
Width - 19 inches
Depth - 16 inches
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DISASTER AVERTED
Made of polystone.
Dimensions:
Height - 26 inches
Width - 14 inches
Depth - 14 inches
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About DC Direct
DC Direct, DC Comics' toy and collectibles brand, manufactures and markets over 100 exclusive toy and collectible products each year targeted to pop culture enthusiasts. The toys and collectibles are highly regarded and sought after for their authenticity, quality and collector appeal. Action figures and statues form the core of the line and feature a wide array of the world's most famous super heroes including Batman, Superman and the Justice League as well as popular characters from Cartoon Network Originals.
DC Comics, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, is the largest English-language publisher of comics in the world and home to such iconic characters as Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman and the Sandman. These DC super heroes and others have starred in comic books, movies, television series (both animated and live-action) and cyberspace, thrilling audiences of all ages for generations. DC Comics' Web site is located at www.dccomics.com
About Weta Collectibles
Weta Limited is the merchandise division of Weta Workshop and through the brand Weta Collectibles brings together the same designers and sculptors who created the wonderful worlds you see on the big screen. This collection of talented people has now sculpted over 250 pieces of merchandise for the public to collect and enjoy. Weta Collectibles was created to launch our extensive range of high end polystone collectibles for the Lord of the Rings. It has since gone on to produce limited run of the Muppets bust, King Kong & Narnia statues and a selection of individual pieces for a range of collections. Weta Collectibles is celebrated by collectors around the world and is now seen as the leading sculptor of high end polystone figures, busts, environments and other assorted collectibles. www.wetaNZ.com
About Superman Returns
Following a mysterious absence of several years, the Man of Steel comes back to Earth in the epic action-adventure Superman Returns, a soaring new chapter in the saga of one of the world's most beloved superheroes. While an old enemy plots to render him powerless once and for all, Superman (Brandon Routh) faces the heartbreaking realization that the woman he loves, Lois Lane (Kate Bosworth), has moved on with her life. Or has she? Superman's bittersweet return challenges him to bridge the distance between them while finding a place in a society that has learned to survive without him. In an attempt to protect the world he loves from cataclysmic destruction, Superman embarks on an epic journey of redemption that takes him from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of outer space.
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