By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Steven Singer Jewelers is introducing to new gold-dipped rose designs, inspired by the upcoming film Wicked. The expert jeweler has become renowned for his famous gold-dipped roses, and over the years has launched a number of licensed versions for various entertainment brands. In this case, Singer is working with Universal Pictures … [Read more...] about Steven Singer’s Gold Dipped Roses for the Witches of Wicked
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Lego Making Three Licensed Live-Action Movies With Universal
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Lego Group will be making three new movies with Universal PIctures, helmed by A-List directors Jake Kasdan, Patty Jenkins and Attack the Block filmmaker Joe Cornish. The news was revealed as an exclusive from the entertainment publication Deadline, which says the plots of the still untitled movies are still being kept under … [Read more...] about Lego Making Three Licensed Live-Action Movies With Universal
Universal Pictures and Absolut Conjuring Up Some ‘Wicked’ Cocktails
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Premium alcohol brand Absolut has put together a Wicked-themed cocktail kit to mark the release of the highly anticipated film. Absolut is also the official spirits partner for the Universal Pictures' film, which arrives in theaters on November 22. Absolute says it is "toasting to the power of friendship and inclusivity" by offering Wicked … [Read more...] about Universal Pictures and Absolut Conjuring Up Some ‘Wicked’ Cocktails
Mattel Hopes to Repeat Barbie Success With Dolls from ‘Wicked’
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Mattel is hoping for more movie magic, as it has just released a full line of fashion dolls inspired by Universal Picture's upcoming live action flick Wicked. The toyco had previously announced singing dolls representing the main characters Glinda (played by Ariana Grande) and Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo). They are now being joined by a wider … [Read more...] about Mattel Hopes to Repeat Barbie Success With Dolls from ‘Wicked’
Care Bears and Universal Monsters Launch Frighteningly Cute Collaboration
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Universal Monsters, Cloudco Entertainment and UP&E have launched a partnership that combines Care Bears with licensed characters from Universal's classic horror franchises. The licensed monster mash-up will include a wide range of releases such as apparel, beauty, stationery, Funko Pop! figures, home décor, collectibles, plush, health care … [Read more...] about Care Bears and Universal Monsters Launch Frighteningly Cute Collaboration
Rock’em Sock’em Robots Get Silver Screen Treatment
Mattel Inc. is working with Universal Pictures and action star Vin Diesel's One Race Films to bring a Rock'em Sock'em Robot movie to the big screen. The classic table top game lets players take control of two robotic pugilists, who trade plastic blows until one of their heads pops up, signaling a knockout punch. Now, in the tradition of films like the Hugh Jackman vehicle Real … [Read more...] about Rock’em Sock’em Robots Get Silver Screen Treatment