Plastic Galaxy: The Story of Star Wars Toys
Synopsis
90% of the toys owned by one child in the early '80s were Star Wars related, reflecting the franchise's dominance in popular culture at the time.
Synopsis
Bill McBride recalls his childhood obsession with Star Wars toys, stating that 90% of his toys were related to the franchise. The film features interviews with former Kenner employees, including toy designer Gus Lopez, who discuss the creative processes behind the action figures. It covers the production of these collectibles during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Released on DVD in January 2014, the 68-minute documentary illustrates the lasting influence of Star Wars toys on generations of fans.
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Why Watch
- See how Star Wars toys shaped childhoods in the '80s.
- Meet toy designers who created iconic Star Wars figures.
- Find out why toys became more important than the films.
Did You Know
- 90% of one child's toys were Star Wars related.
- Star Wars toys became more important than the movies for many kids.
- One designer spent 4 years at Kenner working on Star Wars toys.
- Children often played with Star Wars toys daily, creating their own stories.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage of the toys did the narrator have that were Star Wars related?
90% of the toys the narrator had as a child were Star Wars related.
What did the narrator compare having Star Wars action figures to?
Having one of the Star Wars action figures was about as close to having one of the characters in the narrator's room.
How did the narrator's parents react when they found their child playing with Star Wars toys?
The parents would leave the child alone for 2 hours because they knew the child was in another universe.
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