REVIEWED: Godzilla Alien.

It’s been a while since I’ve reviewed anything but here we go. This item is from Mexico and is a mashup of Godzilla and an Alien. Xenozilla? Maybe. There’s no package and no way to identify the manufacturer. Nonetheless, I love it and you should, too. Ok. Maybe not.

This item is as wild as it gets. Go read the review and find out why this wonderful item is worthy of your collection – or should it be left outside where it won’t stink up your home.

-Windebieste.

REVIEWED: Lanard ALIEN Toys, Wave 2.

Finally, after waiting for more than a year, Lanard Toys ALIEN collection have landed on Australian shores. I bought a set of three, the Drone, Warrior and Runner figures. I picked up this trio of little darlin’s earlier this week from Toyworld. These things are great. Yesterday, I spent all day playing with them and using them to terrify the neighbour’s cat. Oh, and I wrote a review as well. You can read ’bout my thoughts on the Lanard Toys ALIEN Collection Wave 2 right here. The neighbour’s cat sure didn’t think much of these things but who cares?  I love ’em. Any love for the neighbour’s cat, though? Not so much.

-Windebieste.

REVIEW: Mexico Bootleg “X-Raptor” Toy.

There are some things I love. I mean really, REALLY LOVE. I love dinosaurs. I love Aliens. I love toys. I love surrealist art. I love weird stuff made in Mexico. I absolutely love it when all of these things are tossed into a large melting pot to craft a single object like this weird bootleg dinosaur/Alien hybrid toy made in Mexico. It doesn’t happen often enough and it can’t get any better than this; but that’s just my opinion.I also love writing reviews.So if you want to witness my totally biased and fully subjective opinion on this outstanding example of JURASSIC WORST, then you’re in luck!

It’s just been reviewed here on HIDEOUS PLASTIC.

-Windebieste.

Video Review – Eaglemoss ALIEN Space Craft.

It’s Christmas. Around this in 2093, the Weyland space exploratory vehicle lands on LV-223. Instead of opening their Christmas presents, the crew open Pandora’s Box, thus setting in motion a series of events that may well spell doom for all of Mankind. All the same, here’s a video review of several Eaglemoss spacecraft, including the Prometheus – just in time for Christmas by Baptiste Coudert.

Also present in the review is the Cargo Lifter from ALIEN Covenant and the APC from ALIENS. An all round solid trio of vehicles from Eaglemoss. These vehicles are all given the wonderful, detailed appraisal delivered with the signature disembodied French voice and hairy arms we’ve come to expect from Baptiste’s video reviews. Great stuff.

-Windebieste.

REVIEWED: REBOR Broodlord X-Rex.

It’s been twelve months since I’ve posted any reviews on HIDEOUS PLASTIC. Twelve months is way too long; and I love writing reviews of ALIEN toys and action figures. Today, we break the drought right here with an appraisal of REBOR’s Broodlord X-Rex (Metallic Version) statuette which was released some months back. I’m very happy to say it, I love this thing! It’s not every day I get to combine several of my favourite indulgences and have them all so conveniently combined into one big ball of weirdness. Not like this, anyway. What a great way to break the drought!

-Windebieste.

VIDEO REVIEWS – 2 More Baptiste Coudert Reviews.

Baptiste Coudert has been busy by the looks of it, pulling open his boxes and making videos about the latest items in his collection.  He has a pair of fresh ALIEN product reviews for us to enjoy.  Isn’t he great?  Both of these appraisals feature Eaglemoss made spacecraft.  First up is the croissant form of the derelict ship appearing in ALIEN.

Such a weird and wonderful vehicle, even it has made it’s last voyage. Maybe we will find out more about the origin and destination of this giant flying dog bone in an upcoming movie. Continue reading

REVIEWED: Super 7 ALIEN Day 40th Anniversary ReAction Figures.

ALIEN Day has been and gone and Super7 released a pair of their latest retro themed ReAction figures to celebrate 40 years of ALIEN.  It’s time for ‘Red vs Blue’ as Kane and the Alien once again become available in a fresh pair of figures to add to your collection.

ALIEN ReAction figures.  Super7 keeps churning ’em out.  We keep buying them.  Is this latest pair of Kane and the Alien any good?  Find out in this review.

-Windebieste.

VIDEO REVIEW: 2010 Kaiyodo ALIEN Figure.

Let’s check out a video review!  Everyone loves these things.  Baptiste Coudert posted one recently about Funko’s 40th Anniversary ALIEN POP! figures and he’s already pushed another out the door.

This time, he’s decided to scrutinise a figure that was released in 2010, the Kaiyodo Revoltech ALIEN figure.  It’s been almost a decade since this little Big Chap was released and he is becoming more valuable and difficult to find.  Thankfully, you can rely on Baptiste to give you a solid run down on what you are missing out on.  Aren’t you lucky?

Anyway, it’s a great video; and thank you once again Monsieur Coudert for posting this.

-Windebieste.

VIDEO REVIEW: Funko ALIEN 40th Anniversary POP! Figures.

Everything has become a little quiet in regards to ALIEN announcements lately.  I’m guessing everyone is hanging onto their BIG reveals until April 26, ALIEN Day.  In the meantime, let’s see what else the community has to offer.  How about a video review?  Everybody loves these.

Baptiste Coudert has graced us with his informative appraisal of Funko’s 40th Anniversary ALIEN POP! Ripley and Alien  figures.  This is a pair of neat figures even if POP!s aren’t your thing.

As always, thank you Baptiste for posting this.

-Windebieste.

REVIEWED: Super 7, Wave 3 ALIEN ReAction Figures. Set 2.

Here’s my third and final review for Super7’s Wave 3 ALIEN ReAction figures. This is set No.2 and it features Brett and Parker’s debut in this popular 3.75 inch format.

…oh, and there’s yet another version of our galactic bug bear friend, the Alien.  It’s a great set.  I like it.  There’s a lot to be satisfied with here – but it’s also missing in other ways.

Read the review and find out where this set wins – and where it loses.

-Windebieste.

REVIEWED: Super 7, Wave 3 ALIEN ReAction Figures. Set 3.

It’s time for another review. This time let’s throw the spotlight onto Wave 3, set 3 of Super7’s USCSS Nostromo crew ALIEN ReAction Figures.

It’s not as feature packed as set No.1.  It doesn’t have anywhere near as many accessories, either.  What’s more, most of its content we’ve seen released before.  So is it worth getting at all?

You’ll have to decide for yourself in this review.

-Windebieste.

VIDEO REVIEW: Eaglemoss Mega Scale ALIENS Warrior Statue.

A relative newcomer to the ALIEN and PREDATOR property, Eaglemoss sure has enjoyed a prolific output to date.  As such, their product can vary considerably.  One example of high quality is their Mega Scale ALIENS warrior statue.  It’s fitting we appreciate this larger scale figure from the stand point of someone with a keen interest and a sense of balanced criticism.

To this end, fellow ALIEN enthusiast, Michael Floyd takes us on an informative whirlwind appraisal noting the pros and cons of what Eaglemoss have to offer with this item.  Thanks, Michael, for the video review.

-Windebieste.

REVIEWED: Super7 1986 Marine Ambush ALIENS Figure.

Super7’s Marine Ambush tribute figure was released in February, 2019.  We’ve known about its development for a couple of years now and this version of the figure brings it to a total of 4.

I have reviewed it here on HIDEOUS PLASTIC.  Is it any good?  Will you want one..?  That depends…

Is it more of the same thing?  Or simply just… more of the same thing..?

-Windebieste.

VIDEO REVIEW: Hiya Toys Crusher and Raven Aliens.

It’s New Year’s Eve and what better way to wind up the last day of the old year than with a video review? Here is yet another appraisal of ALIEN figures by Baptiste Coudert. This time he’s evaluating Hiya Toys Crusher and Raven figures, a pair of Aliens appearing in the video game ALIENS: Colonial Marines.

I’ve featured Baptiste’s reviews on HIDEOUS PLASTIC before. Many times in fact. What exactly is it I like about them? Is it the charming disembodied French accented voice extolling the virtues of space monstery goodness..? Is it the hairy arms constantly in view manipulating ugly ass toys..? Is it the no nonsense presentation focusing unerringly on the topic of discussion, reviewing ALIEN action figures? Well, actually, it’s all of these things. They’re all signature marks that work as a whole – and I love it.

Thank you, Baptiste. I am looking forward to more video reviews from you in 2019.

-Windebieste.

REVIEWED: Super7 Prototype Tribute ALIEN ReAction Figure.

Released earlier at San Diego Comic Con this year, this is Super7’s 15th iteration of their popular ALIEN ReAction figure based on Kenner made prototypes that never saw production.  This ‘tribute’ figure Has since become a highly sought after Collectible.

Is this 4.75 inch tall figure worth all the ruckus and high prices it’s now commanding on Ebay since its release 6 months ago?

Find out in this comprehensive review freshly posted here, on HIDEOUS PLASTIC.

-Windebieste.

REVIEWED: Mexican Bootleg Predalien.

I am finally beginning to settle into my new residence and now have internet access once again.  It’s time to resume giving some regular attention to HIDEOUS PLASTIC.  Let’s start with something I have not done in months.  Let’s start with a review. 

I’ve been exploring the strange and murky world of bootleg ALIEN action figures of late and found some mighty odd stuff.  Let’s take a look at one of them, shall we?  This review attempts to extract some sense from a weird and wondrous bootleg Predalien action figure from Mexico.

When it comes to strange and unconventional, this figure has got it all.  Enjoy!

-Windebieste.

REVIEWED: Spymo’s ALIEN-MAN.

It’s been a while since I’ve posted a review on the site and I’ve been wanting to write about this item for a long time.  Believe me, this one is a beauty!  Today, for your reading pleasure we have the ever elusive Spymo ALIEN-MAN.  A bootleg figure of considerable reputation but up until recently was exceptionally difficult to find.This wonderful fan favorite action figure has been made available once again under the most fortuitous of circumstances.  I’ve been able to purchase one and it’s review is now available for your enjoyment.

Is ALIEN-MAN any good?  Hey, read the review and find out!

-Windebieste.