The Rocketeer - Life Size Movie Costume Display
The Rocketeer
A classic film and a truly iconic costume, instantly recognizable even to people who've never seen the movie (and if you haven't seen the movie, go see it now!)
This costume consists of an original jacket, trousers, boots, hero (screen matched) helmet, rocket pack and gauntlets (the leather grips with the rocket pack ignition buttons).
To complete the life size display, TSD added gloves and a replica Mauser, to match the weapon shown in the comics (and in the climax of the film).
The flag backdrop brings to mind the classic moment in the film when Cliff stands atop the observatory with the flag waving behind him.
The flag pole also provided us with a sneaky way to support the statue! The dynamic mannequin pose was chosen to evoke the feel of both the film and the original comic art.
CREDITS:
Custom Mannequin, base distressing and detailing by Tom Spina
Custom wood base by Anthony Steiner
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A custom wood base was created in a style reminiscent of the era's architecture. It was then faux textured like stucco and weathered with browns and beiges.
Tom Spina Designs creates one of a kind movie costume displays like no others!
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The completed display! He looks like he's about to take off after a Nazi zeppelin!
The figure's arms are pose-able and thin wire inside the flag's edging holds it in mid-flutter... a moment from the film captured forever and a costume brought to life!
