As Funko Pops have rapidly increased in popularity, their figures have gone from limited to one base body silhouette to a growing variety of poses, props, and effects. The Luca collection is an excellent example as they break the traditional Funko Pop head shape to emulate the movie’s animation style. It mimics the child-like joy that oozes from the movie in every scene. The noses also change from the typical tiny triangle to large, round noses with red blush or two round nostrils. The exaggerated expressions make these figures so joyful and fun compared to the stoic or subtle looks of other Funko Pops.

These collectable figures are a clear reflection of the enormous success this series has and how its protagonists became the visible faces of eighties nostalgia. As well as recording the interest that the 1980s raised in the general public, the fever unleashed by Stranger Things itself shows where creative recycling can lead to mass television. Funko Stranger Things: Price UK Her figure stands with her fists firmly on her hips and her feet apart. She’s clearly ready to take on an adventure. Still, the presence of the sleepy fat cat by her feet makes a comedic juxtaposition. My favorite part of this collection is the poses. Guilia and the human forms of Luca and Alberto are all on their feet in poses that express their personality. What really shines, though, are the poses of the sea monster forms. Rather than being on the ground, they hover on clear stands in poses that invoke the idea of floating in the water. It’s very striking and gives the figures a lot of character. While it’s clear they are from the same species, they aren’t just slightly different versions of one base character. Every element of their design has their personality and story put into it.It was clear a lot of work went into the movie and gave Pixar and Funko confidence in its success. A month before the film’s release, they announced the Luca Funko Pop collection, which would be available soon after the movie premiere. It’s a small collection focusing on the three main characters, but I wouldn’t be surprised if more figures are in the works. Following hot on the heels of the successful Game of Thrones range, the Funko Pop! Stranger Things dolls are a nice tribute to the pop culture of the '80s, revived in the famous Netflix series, which despite being ostensibly for adults, has started to develop a range of toys based on the show. You can even find LEGO Sets based on the Byres house and the Upside Down world beneath. Funko's Signature Design Boo- Monsters Inc : Do you like the Luca set for their spunky, childish personalities and appearances? Boo, in her monster costume, conveys an even more innocent and adorable kid. Much like the Luca set, she is given a mouth to convey her naive friendliness, and her monster costume gives her a unique silhouette. For those unfamiliar with this relatively new phenomenon, the dolls from the collection are approximately 10 cm high and come in an attractive box with a window. Their huge heads have a peculiar rectangle shape with rounded edges and their size is equal to or greater than the rest of the body, so not very anatomical at all. Despite having almost geometric silhouettes, their facial features are very tender and manage to convey a great sweetness, regardless of whether it's chubby Dustin or a Demogorgon. However, you need to bear in mind that the use of these dolls is not recommended for children under 3 years. The Gang's All Here

Hawkins, Indiana is harboring dangerous and supernatural secrets. When the young Will Byers goes missing, the small town will uncover a mystery involving secret experiments, supernatural forces and one strange little girl. I love the look of the thin, rounded fins they use in place of hair. Meanwhile, subtle scale textures, gorgeous color gradients, and well-balanced proportions make the sea monsters in Luca very pleasing to look at. Remy- Ratatouille : If you liked how the sea monster forms differentiated from the typical standing poses of most Pops, you might like the diorama created with this deluxe figure. It’s more pricey, but the scene of Remy lovingly pouring sauce on the titular dish of the movie evokes a charming aura. Much like the sea monsters look like they’re swimming mid-air. The most apparent unique element of the Luca collection is, of course, the fact that two of the figures are sea monsters. Rather than being regular humans standing, they have larger feet, long tails, and fins.

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I’m absolutely in love with the sea monster designs. It can be hard to balance humanoid and fish-like features when there’s no clear divide between them, like in traditional mermaid depictions. Certain elements are required for humanoid characters, like hair and ears, that fish simply don’t have. The use of various kinds of fins solves this problem.

Rather than the standard square head, each character has a head shape similar to the film. Giulia and Luca both have taller, trapezoid-like heads, with Luca having rounder cheeks. Alberto has the most apparent silhouette change, with his head being more of a bottom-heavy eight shape. These unique silhouettes make the Luca figures stand out against other Funko Pops. One of the biggest draws to Luca was the way it captured the freedom summer gives to children. It’s a time to go play outside and make new friends. Here are a few ideas if you want a summer fun collection to warm your spirit in the colder months. The half-lidded eyes, hand gesture, huge smile, and raised eyebrows give him a super lovable and confident expression. Lapras- Pokemon : In my opinion, Lapras is one of the best water-type pokemon and fills a friendly sea monster role very well. If you want some watery pals for the summer, then Lapras would be a perfect choice.Pixar movies have a particular brand of heartfelt whimsy. If you liked Luca, there’s a good chance you enjoy plenty of other Pixar films. To expand your Luca collection, you could get your hands on other Pixar Pops. It’s hard not to be charmed by Giulia’s spunky attitude and a strong sense of justice. She’s a girl that knows what she wants and will do anything to get it, as long as it’s fair. Her intense friendliness to Luca and Alberto and eventual loyalty to keeping them safe make her an ideal friend to two insecure boys.

Pixar has become well-known for its exaggerated designs paired with beautiful visuals and heartfelt storytelling. Luca is no different. The character design showcases large, round heads, bean-shaped mouths, bouncy hair, and highly expressive eyes. The overall roundness of the characters gives them an almost toy-like quality that’s perfect for translating into vinyl figures. So it makes sense that Funko took advantage of that when designing their figures. The asymmetry of his eyebrows is subtle enough that it’s hard to tell if he’s meant to look inquisitive or if it’s just an accident.

Giulia and Machiavelli

The current collection of Luca Funko Pops includes the three main characters, Luca, Giulia, and Alberto. Giulia’s figure includes her grumpy cat, Machiavelli. Since the story is about the relationship between humans and sea monsters, Luca and Alberto get two Pops, one human, and one sea monster. Stranger Things is an American supernatural horror web television series. It is created, written and directed by the Duffer Brothers, who also serve as executive producers. The first season stars an ensemble cast of Winona Ryder, David Harbour, Finn Wolfhard, Millie Bobby Brown, Gaten Matarazzo, Caleb McLaughlin, Natalia Dyer and Charlie Heaton. The second season stars the returning cast with Sadie Sink and Dacre Montgomery added to the cast list and Priah Ferguson promoted from recurring to starring. Stranger Things is set in the fictional town of Hawkins, Indiana, in the 1980s. The first season focuses on the investigation into the disappearance of a young boy amid supernatural events occurring around the town. This includes the appearance of a girl with psychokinetic abilities who helps the missing boy’s friends in their own search. The first season premiered on July 15, 2016 and it became an instant hit. And it’s still going strong today with a much anticipated season 4 releasing in two parts in May and July 2022. Fans are now awaiting the fifth and final season to drop.