From Pixar to Plastic...
The company that brings you the finest in sixth scale figures is also
delivering popular vinyl toys as well. From Disney-Pixar’s hit film
last year, Monsters University, Hot Toys has created the lead stars Mike and Sulley in a vinyl collectible set.
Two different sets are available: the one reviewed here is the standard
version but there’s also a version of Mike & Sulley sporting their
Monsters University jackets and accompanied by Archie the Scare Pig,
Fear Tech’s mascot. The standard set is priced at $129.99, where the
jacketed version is $20 more.
The figures are packaged within a plastic tray in a standard window box.
The school logo graces the sides while a computer-generated image is
on the back. Missing are names of the sculptors and artists who worked
on the piece.
Sculpting is never a concern with Hot Toys and the vinyl duo are pretty
spot on to their on-screen counterparts. Sulley (the big one) is
literally sculpted head to toe in fur, which isn’t an easy task.
Despite Sulley being a larger figurine without articulation, you can see
the seams of where he’s put together in the arms, wrists, and neck.
Although Mike & Sulley are separate figures, Sulley is posed in such
a way that you can’t really pose him by himself - forever leaning on
his buddy Mike. I suppose it could work if you can find another object
for him to lean on.
Mike, on the other hand is in a more neutral stance, albeit standing on a
stack of books. I’m unsure if he’s meant to be removed from the book
base but I’m having trouble removing Mike from it so I’ll just leave it
be. Mike’s smile reveals braces on his upper teeth so as not to confuse
him with the older Mike.
Mike & Sulley are painted well, with clean lines and no sign of
mistakes anywhere. Their eyes are painted with a glossier tone to
reflect light, making them more lifelike. But while we’re on the eyes,
one thing is for certain, these eyes are what you would expect from
cheaper made toys. It’s certainly more apparent on Mike, as his dark
green eyes show a real lack of detail that even smaller figures have.
The great detail in this set are in the stack of books Mike is standing
on. Each book has its own unique title and smaller details that anyone
can appreciate but most likely librarians.
While this duo is a bit pricey, I can’t help but love how it looks on
display. This set is perfect for the Monsters University or even the
Monsters Inc. fan.
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