Universal Monsters: Frankenstein Screen Print by Anthony Petrie x Bottleneck Gallery x Vice Press

Check out this epic movie poster for the classic 1931 horror film, Frankenstein, by artist Anthony Petrie! This is the first release in Bottleneck Gallery and Vice Press’ new Universal Monsters Collection. As BNG explained, “These classic creature films created the first shared cinematic universe, and we’re excited to kick things off with Anthony Petrie’s Frankenstein! Universal’s Frankenstein is a film about obsession and perspective, shining a spotlight on the monsters we create, and the monsters within us. Anthony’s brought life to the reassembled Monster and his tortured, fragile soul, offering a unique take on a monstrously popular property.”

Vice Press went on to say “Over the coming months, along with Bottleneck Gallery, we will be continuing the series, working with a number of artists to celebrate the classic Universal Monsters films, characters and actors that brought them to life.”

Frankenstein by Anthony Petrie is a 24”x36” hand numbered screen print. The Regular Edition is limited to 175 pieces and will retail for $50 / £40, while the Glow in the Dark Variant is limited to 100 pieces and will retail for $65 / £50. This Universal Monsters movie poster will go on sale today, Tuesday, May 19th, at 12pm EDT at BottleneckGallery.com in the US and at 5pm BST at Vice-Press.com for international purchasers.

Universal Classic Monsters Screen Print Set by Nicolas Delort & Dark Hall Mansion

The Blot is constantly amazed by the artwork of Nicolas Delort, and this breathtaking Universal Classic Monsters 7 pieces screen print set (produced by Dark Hall Mansion) highlights perfectly his line work and use of shading. Each print is a striking take on each of the original 7 classic Universal Monsters that shaped and defined vintage horror movies: Dracula, Frankenstein, The Mummy, Wolfman, the Invisible Man, the Bride of Frankenstein and the Creature from the Black Lagoon.

Each of Nicolas' unique pieces interprets a different Universal Monster in an elegant manner that not only interprets the legacy of their film, but seeks to bring Nicolas' considerable skills to bear, refining and distilling all per his personal vision and sensibility. All seven screen prints in this mesmerizing set measure 18”x24” and come hand numbered. The Standard Edition Set is printed based on Nicolas' hand crafted black and white approach while his Variant Edition Set features a richly toned and deliberately vintage hue. There are also two very limited Foil Variant Edition Sets based on each the Standard or Variant colorway, plus super small run of sets printed on wood.

All five editions of the Universal Classic Monsters Screen Print Set by Nicolas Delort go on sale at 9:30am PDT this Tuesday, October 13th, at the Dark Hall Mansion online store. The Standard Edition is limited to 295 sets and will retail for $350, while the Variant Edition is limited to 125 sets and will retail for $450. Each Foil Edition is limited to 10 sets and will retail for $575, while the Wood Edition is also limited to 10 sets and will retail for $1,250.

SDCC 12 Exclusive The Bourne Legacy Screen Print by Matt Owen

Gallery1988 has teamed up with Universal Pictures and artist Matt Owen to create the awesome The Bourne Legacy screen print seen above. This San Diego Comic-Con 2012 Exclusive comes hand numbered and has a limited edition run size of 200 pieces, but you can’t buy this minimalistic print. They will be given away for free at SDCC by Universal! To find out how to get your hands on this print text Intel to 834567 or follow @OperationIntel on Twitter. This is part of the new The Bourne Legacy ARG which is taking place at www.thebournelegacyintel.com.

Scott Pilgrim vs. the World Action Figures by Mezco Toyz

Coming in May 2011 from Mezco Toyz are two all new 6 inch of Scott Pilgrim action figures based on the character from the popular Universal Pictures live action film Scott Pilgrim vs. the World and series of graphic novels by Bryan Lee O'Malley. These figures first debuted at SDCC 2010, and can now be yours as a 2 figure set for just $23.99.

Mezco's 6 inch figures capture the wide-eyed enthusiasm and quirky nature of Scott Pilgrim, and feature 8 points of articulation. To help capture the many looks of Scott Pilgrim, there are 2 separate individually packaged figures: one wearing a coat, yellow shirt and has an opened mouth expression, while the second figure wears a green shirt and has a closed mouth. Both versions come with a sword and a guitar.

The Scott Pilgrim vs. the World 2 figure set from Mezco Toyz can be pre-ordered from EntertainmentEarth.com for $23.99 here.

Scott Pilgrim vs. The World Screen Print by Martin Ansin

In conjunction with the Ain’t It Cool News / Fantastic Fest screening of Scott Pilgrim vs. The World in Austin at the Alamo Drafthouse last night, Mondo has teamed up with Universal to create two very special Scott Pilgrim screen prints by Martin Ansin!


Along with the beautiful Scott Pilgrim vs. The World screen print above, Ansin has also created an extremely limited edition Nega Scott Variant Screen Print! The Nega Scott Variant features Scott Pilgrim’s alter ego from the movie and a new red color scheme. However, this is not your typical variant that only differs from the original in color. The Nega Scott Variant also has different line work and shading from the original print and includes metallic inks. So instead of just a red colorway, this variant is practically a new print!


Both Scott Pilgrim vs. The World 24”x36” screen prints by Martin Ansin went on sale at the screening last night in Austin, but any remaining prints will go on sale today, Friday, August 13th, at the Mondo online store at a random time. Stay tuned to the Mondo blog and Twitter account for sale announcements and some Scott Pilgrim surprises!

The Wolfman Mez-Itz Vinyl Figure

Lawrence Talbot transformed into the Wolfman, and Mezco Toyz now transforms him into a Mez-It vinyl figure! The classic Universal Monster returns to theaters everywhere on February 10th, 2010 with The Wolfman, a new big budget feature film starring Academy Award winners Anthony Hopkins and Benicio Del Toro. But first he makes his designer vinyl debut in January 2010 with The Wolfman Mez-Itz! When The Blot first saw The Wolfman Mez-Itz at SDCC 2009, I had no idea it was going to be a movie tie-in, but what a great idea! I just hope this movie doesn’t bomb like so many other Wolfman remakes have in the past.


Mezco’s Wolfman Mez-It transforms Universal’s snarling terror of the moors into a fun designer-vinyl figure. Standing six inches tall, with six points of articulation and based on the new movie’s creature design from Academy Award winner Rick Baker, this Mez-It captures the true essence of The Wolfman. From his terrifying fangs and pointed ears, to his clawed hind paws, this Mez-It is sure to please Wolfman fans everywhere! The Wolfman Mez-Itz retails for $13.00 each and can be pre-ordered now directly from Mezco Toyz here.

SDCC 09 - Hellboy, Universal Monsters & Horror Movie Mez-Itz Vinyl Figures

One of my favorite purchases from San Diego Comic Con 2009 is Mezco Toys’ SDCC exclusive Comic Book Edition Hellboy Mez-Itz. I now that I have seen one up close, I can honestly say these 6 inch figures are extremely detailed and well made, especially when compared to other toy lines of the same ilk. I was therefore excited to learn at Comic Con that Mezco will continue to expand its line of Hellboy Mez-Itz figures with the previously announced Abe Sapien Mez-Itz figure along with a Johann Krauss figure and multiple variant Hellboy figures.



Not only that, but Mezco will be releasing a line of “Fear” themed figures that will include Friday the 13th’s Jason Voorheers, A Nightmare on Elm Street’s Freddy Krueger, and Halloween II’s Michael Myers. Mezco’s Fear Mez-Itz will be hitting stores in November 2009.


But they aren’t stopping there. Mezco plans to continue to expand its line of 6” Mez-Itz figures by releasing a “Monsters” line, which will include Dracula, Frankenstein and two different Zombie colorways. These newly redesigned Mez-Itz figures look great, and should be a welcomed addition to everyone’s action figure and designer vinyl collections.

Best of all, Mezco is actively promoting its new vinyl figure as a great platform for artists to customize. The company had a ton of really impressive looking custom Mez-Itz figures on display at SDCC 2009, including the two Masters of the Universe inspired figures below. How great do these hand painted, custom He-Man and Skeletor Mez-Itz figures look!?!