Where there is conflict, there is pain. Where there is pain, there is anguish. Where there is anguish, there is rebellion.
The first trailer for Rogue One: A Star Wars Story has been released. The film is set to open this December.
April 7, 2016
New Line: Zvezda
When a long time model maker decides to enter the pre-assembled vehicle space, you would expect them to replicate what they do best, at least at the outset. Russian plastic kit maker, Zvezda, recently made a surprise announcement by doing just that, with plans to offer a pair of pre-built 1:72 scale models based upon their Russian heritage. Expected in April, the company’s initial offerings will comprise a Russian T-90S main battle tank along with a TOS-1A Multiple Rocket Launch System, both painted in torrid southern Asian camouflage schemes.
There’s already a rather wide array of competitive models to choose from, some fashioned in diecast metal, so it will be interesting to see how these vehicles fare in the market place. Th saving grace for Zvezda is that these models are being produced in cooperation with “URAL-VAGONZAVOD”, the manufacturer of the actual weapons systems, and aimed originally for the Russian market place, as can be seen by the Russian Cyrillic markings adorning the packaging.
Barbarossa and The Bulge: Lego Style
In the “so you think you’ve seen everything” department, we came across this highly creative video portraying the opening stages of the German invasion of Russia done entirely with Lego bricks. Created by Brick Dictator, its a four-minute look at the war on the ground and in the air, complete with sound effects, explosions, pyrotechnics and some dialogue, expressed in Russian with English text overlays. Enjoy!
Meanwhile, on the western front, Raptor5120 has created a seven-minute recreation of the Battle of the Bulge. Again, well thought out and beautifully executed. I can’t help but think that these guys sure have a lot of time on their hands, but nevertheless applaud their fabulous efforts!