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Today Ken from ToyKennections dives into the intriguing final year of the original G.I. Joe toy run, 1994! Check out the video below and share your thoughts with us in the comments. As always be sure to subscribe to ToyKennections channel on YouTube for all of Ken’s latest videos!
Read MoreA Wholesome, Hilarious Look Back at Mickey’s Christmas Carol (1983) If you grew up in the ’80s (or were raised by someone who definitely did), there’s a very good chance that Mickey’s Christmas Carol (1983) was your first exposure to A Christmas Carol. And honestly? What an incredible way to be introduced to it. Before I ever saw foggy Victorian streets or ghostly silhouettes in black-and-white, I saw Scrooge McDuck slamming doors on charity workers, barking at Bob Cratchit, and counting his money like his life depended on it—which, let’s…
Read MoreA Spooky, Sparkly, Somehow Cozy Look Back at The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) There are Christmas movies that wrap you up in warmth and tradition… and then there’s The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)—the film that looked at both Halloween and Christmas, smashed them together like action figures, and said, “Let’s see what happens.” And what happens is weird, wonderful, musical, dark, romantic, creepy, festive, and somehow comforting all at the same time. This isn’t a movie you simply watch—it rewires your seasonal personality. You don’t choose when to think about…
Read MoreToday marks a monumental moment for fans of the DC Universe — the first official trailer for Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow has just dropped, and it’s already exploding across socials like a supernova. This isn’t just a first look — it’s a full-on cinematic declaration that Kara Zor-El’s solo journey will be one of the boldest entries in the DC Studios lineup yet. From the very first frame, Milly Alcock steps into the spotlight as Kara Zor-El, a Supergirl unlike any we’ve seen before — raw, messy, and human in…
Read MoreA Gentle, Jazzy, Existential Look Back at A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965) There are Christmas specials that hit you with sparkle, noise, and “holiday cheer” turned up to eleven—and then there’s A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965), the quiet kid in the corner who somehow ends up being the most important voice in the room. This little animated special doesn’t shout. It barely even raises its voice. And yet, for nearly sixty years now, it has managed to say more about Christmas than most big-budget holiday movies ever will. And yes……
Read MoreDecember 10th marks a historic moment in cinematic history — the day the world was introduced to Christopher Reeve as Superman in 1978. Forty-seven years later, his performance remains the gold standard by which all superhero portrayals are measured. When Superman: The Movie premiered on December 10, 1978, audiences were stunned not only by the groundbreaking visual effects but by Reeve’s perfect embodiment of both the Man of Steel and mild-mannered Clark Kent. He brought charm, sincerity, vulnerability, and heroism to a character many thought impossible to translate believably to…
Read MoreOn this week’s episode of G.I. Joe Half The Battle, Winter is Coming continues as we take a look at the GI Joe Polar Battle Bear from 1983! Check out this week’s video below and join in the conversation. And as always be sure and subscribe to my YouTube channel for all my latest videos!
Read MoreA Chaotic, Cozy, Creature-Filled Look Back at Gremlins (1984) There are Christmas movies that fill you with warm fuzzy feelings… and then there’s Gremlins (1984)—the holiday film that taught an entire generation three extremely important life rules: don’t feed after midnight, don’t get them wet, and absolutely never assume a Christmas gift is safe just because it’s cute. This movie is festive, funny, horrifying, adorable, and completely unhinged in the most perfect ’80s way. And yes—it is 100% a Christmas movie, even if it comes with jump scares and small-scale…
Read MoreMezco has officially opened pre-orders for their highly anticipated Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990 Movie) One:12 Collective figure set, bringing the beloved brothers from the classic film to life in an extraordinary 4-pack. Leonardo, Donatello, Michelangelo, and Raphael arrive loaded with accessories, multiple portraits, expressive articulation, and their iconic weaponry. Priced at $350, this deluxe set is slated for release between July and September 2026. A Cinematic Classic Reborn in Collectible Form Celebrating the Turtles’ legendary 1990 big-screen debut, Mezco translates the film’s gritty realism and charm into stunningly detailed,…
Read MoreEvery December, like clockwork, the same argument erupts across living rooms, group chats, and comment sections everywhere: Is Die Hard really a Christmas movie? And every year, I sit back, sip whatever warm drink is nearby, and confidently say: yes. Yes, it absolutely is. No amount of carols, claymation specials, or Hallmark snowfall is going to convince me otherwise. Die Hard (1988) just happens to celebrate Christmas with machine guns, glass-filled feet, and explosive shrapnel—and honestly, that’s part of the charm. At the center of all this beautiful chaos is…
Read MoreStory by Mitchell Smith Welcome to The Outpost. Today I’m taking a look at 1990 G.I. Joe Stretcher. Stretcher was a bit past my prime, but he was one of the first 1990 figures that stood out to me when I got into collecting. He just has a unique uniform and came with cool accessories. Stretcher was the main medic in the cartoon during this time so he was a character that wasn’t just a background character. Stretcher is probably not a first choice for a 90’s GI Joe Classified…
Read MoreA Heavenly, Heartfelt Look Back at The Bishop’s Wife (1947) Some Christmas movies hit you with big spectacle, wild plots, and over-the-top sentiment. And then there are the ones that sneak in quietly, sit down beside you, pour a warm cup of tea, and gently rearrange your heart. The Bishop’s Wife (1947) is absolutely that second kind of movie. It’s soft, romantic, thoughtful, and somehow magical without ever needing fireworks, flying reindeer chases, or exploding candy canes. Instead, it gives us something even more powerful: an angel, a struggling marriage,…
Read MoreA Big, Flashy, Wonderfully Strange Look Back at Santa Claus: The Movie (1985) Every decade has its own flavor of Christmas movies. The ’60s had whimsy. The ’90s had heartwarming hijinks. But the 1980s? Oh, the ’80s gave us spectacle—big, shiny, neon-tinted holiday adventures that swung for the fences whether or not they actually hit them. And nothing embodies that ambitious, slightly bonkers, totally endearing vibe more than Santa Claus: The Movie (1985). It’s the kind of Christmas film you might barely remember… until a single image pops into your…
Read MoreToday Ken from Toykennections breaks down new figures coming to the Delta-17 action figure line in 2026! Check out the video below and share your thoughts with us in the comments. As always be sure to subscribe to ToyKennections channel on YouTube for all of Ken’s latest videos!
Read MoreOn this weekend’s Half The Battle shorty, we take a look at Hasbro’s Movie Edition Sub Zero from their Mortal Kombat line !! Check out this week’s video below and join in the conversation. And as always be sure and subscribe to my YouTube channel for all my latest videos!
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