DC Dynamics: Superman

This is the fourth, in a six part series, of statues scheduled for a 2010 release. While we have seen Batman, Aquaman, Wonder Woman and Superman, I am wondering who the remaining two statues are and what environment they will be interacting in. (Robert: Um, Green Lantern & Flash? Not that I'm cynical or anything.)

Distributed By DC Direct
Designed By Tim Bruckner
Sculpted By Tim Bruckner
Size 11.75"H x 6"W x 5"D
Type Porcelain Statue
Release July 2010
Retail Price $195.00

Zimm's Two Cents
So far, the only statue that I really, really liked out of this bunch has been the Aquaman; however, I think that this Superman comes in second. His interaction, like Aquaman's, appears to make sense.

Points in Favor

• Like with all of these - the colors. The paint job is incredible.
• While I have something against the overall sense of the statue, the sculpting on this piece is clean.
• Little details are always great - spit curl.
• This is a classic representation of Superman taking off or 'speeding' through the air.
• The proper blending of blue and red on his lower half to reflect his red trunks and blue leggings.
  

Points Against

• Superman should either be determined or smiling....not so 'distant' in his facial expression.
• Statue looks very 'flat' in the sense of showing personality.

Recommendation: Overall, I'm Neutral on this one. It is a good statue. I haven't been a big fan of this entire series, and there is something about this statue that just doesn't 'grab' me. This one, I have to leave up to the individual.

Robert's Two Cents
It's hideous.

Points in Favor

• The sculpt is nice.
  
• DC Direct always does a good job with the paint and colors..well almost always. This piece has good colors.
• It does look like Superman is taking off faster than a speeding bullet.
  

Points Against

• Let's face it. It's a overpriced bust.
  
• The arms don't really look quite right.
• The face is very unSupermanly.
  

Recommendation:Pass. I hate this entire series. This piece is no exception. They're tall mini busts being passed off as statues.