I saw these before the holidays while doing some shopping at Toys 'R Us and honestly, I didn't even consider purchasing one of them (mostly because they were sort of expensive) and didn't really look like the characters. Alas, I came home today to find this on my counter:
Yes, that there is the Edward Barbie doll. Hubby was out and about shopping today when he spotted this for cheap and bought it for me. How totally awesome is he (hubby I mean). I feel a little weird for having one but also a bit excited since I do have a small Barbie collection.
Sometimes, I feel like a traitor. Though I have issues with the body image portrayed by dolls such as Barbie, the adult collector in me who can see beyond the toy can't help but get all giggly at opportunity to collect a few dolls which highlight something I love and so, whenever I make my way into a store with a toy section, I take a walk through the Barbie selection in search of something unique to add to my collection.
I was at the mall with hubby over the weekend and whenever we're in this particular section of Metrotown, we head into a few shops I love including the comic shop and (it's next door so how could I resist?) Toys 'R Us. It was during a walk through the doll isle here that I came across what I'm dubbing "The Barbie Collector's Corner" since, in a few short shelves, it manages to squeeze in a whole slew of collectors dolls.
You many need to make the photo bigger to take in all the awesomeness but we've got: "Wizard of Oz" dolls including The Wicked Witch of the East and The Wicked Witch of the West, Scarecrow and The Tin Man, new Star Trek dolls (Captain Kirk and Spock), the time capsule Barbies (I'm still looking for the 1980s one which is the only one I want and the only one I can't find!) and to top it all off, on the bottom shelf, the "Twilight" babies (Edward & Bella). If I had money to burn, I'd be going on a shopping spree.
If only they'de let me know that it was coming, I would have waited but I guess better late than never. HMV, the bane of my existence (only because I never manage to walk out of their downtown store without something under my arm), has announced the release of their Collector's Edition. The DVD set includes the 2 disc Special Edition release of the film along with an extra disc featuring:
- 22 minute Conversation with Stephenie Meyer,
- The Evolution of Bella’s Lullaby (5 min.)
- Becoming Edward: Rob Pattinson’s Journey (5 min.)
- Becoming Bella: Kristen Stewart’s Journey (5min.)
- Catherine Hardwicke’s Vampire Kiss Montage (2 min.)
- Catherine Hardwicke’s “Bella’s Lullaby Remix” Music Video (3 min.)
- Robert Pattinson Piano Montage (3 min.)
If that's not enough, they're also including a "Twilight" film cell.
The offer is only available between February 9th to the 15th or while quantities last (limited to 5,000). Wonder if it's too late to cancel my Borders order? *sigh* Details of the film cell are
here.
You can
PLACE YOUR ODER HERE.
And HMV, if you're listening: Next time, be sure to let your shoppers
know in advance.
By this point, you already know that "Twilight" is coming to DVD on March 21st but along with the release of the Two Disc Special Edition there are also a number of Collector's Editions available through a number of retailers. As of this morning, I'm aware of two different editions.
Borders Exclusive Edition
The Borders Exclusive Edition includes the 2 Disc SE along with a bonus DVD which includes:
• Exclusive Twilight Cast Interviews with Kristen Stewart (Bella) and Robert Pattinson (Edward)
• Exclusive Twilight Cast Interviews with Cam Gigandet (James)
• Exclusive Twilight Cast Interviews with Edi Gathegi (Laurent) and Rachelle Lefevre (Victoria)
• Exclusive Red-Carpet Interviews from the Twilight Movie Premiere
• Exclusive Never-Before-Seen Red-Carpet Footage! Includes extra interview footage with Kellan Lutz (Emmett), Ashley Greene (Alice), rock band Paramore, and Nikki Reed (Rosalie)
• Exclusive Borders Book Club: Stephenie Meyer talks about the Twilight Saga
Exclusive Photocards
10 exclusive photocards are printed on a gorgeous pearlescent paper to give a dramatic sparkly effect—the perfect way to view your favorite vampires
That edition is available only through Borders at a cost of $29.99 which is only $5 dollars more than the list price for the Standard 2 Disc release.
You can
PLACE YOUR ORDER HERE.
Amazon Ultimate Collector's Set
The Amazon Exclusive Ultimate Collector's Set only seems to be available in Blu-ray but it includes the 2 Disc SE in Blu-ray along with:
• Collector's Box
• Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
• Six Collector Cards
• Twilight Bookmark
• Exclusive Watch
• Limited Edition Charm Bracelet
• Certificate of Authenticity
That edition is available only through Amazon at a cost of $69.99 which is a little pricier.
You can
PLACE YOUR ORDER HERE.
Since I don't have a Blu-ray player and I don't care much for jewelry, I skipped out on the Amazon offer for the Border's offer instead. Plus, $70US is a little hefty for my wallet.
Hot Topic Release
Hot Topic is releasing the 2 Disc special edition at the same cost of most retailers ($24.99) but as an added bonus, you get:
• Exclusive Edward movie cell
You can
PLACE YOUR ORDER HERE.
Barnes & Noble Release
Barnes & Noble is releasing the 2 Disc special edition for $26.39 but as an added bonus, you get:
• Customizable Twilight Skin for your cell phone, PDA or MP3 player (individual code redeemable at Skinit.com)
You can
PLACE YOUR ORDER HERE.
If you find any other Collector's Editions, please let me know. I'll provide updates as more become available.
NOTE: Apparently the Special Edition Blu-Ray disc will only be availabe on March 21st via Best Buy and Target (though neither site has the DVD listed for pre-sale) and then to all other retailers on May 5th. This seems like a bit of a moronic move but I'm sure they've got their reasons. Also note that they've added a new feature (to the Blu-Ray edition at least): "BD Live with "New Moon" teaser" - whatever that means.
