Altered portrayal of Heath Ledger's Joker offers an unfamiliar perspective
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Unveiling a Potential Twist in the Joker Saga
Imagine if Heath Ledger's iconic Joker character hadn't bid farewell too soon. The unfinished business could've catapulted his incarnation of the chaotic clown into uncharted territories. The Dark Knight director, Christopher Nolan, left a gripping cliffhanger that, tragic as it is, left many wondering - would Heath Ledger's Joker resurface in The Dark Knight Rises or even other films like Justice League or Suicide Squad? Alas, time failed to provide an answer to this tantalizing speculation.
But guess what? The intrigue reignites as Hot Toys and Sideshow collaborate on a sensational limited edition figure - "The Joker (Batman Imposter Version)". Sideshow's earlier creation, a Batsuit-wearing Joker, served as the inspiration for this exclusive piece, which also seems to draw inspiration from the imaginative work of custom figure creator, Gino Roberto. The figure is a stunning reminder of what might have been possible had Ledger continued his journey as the Joker. Check out these tantalizing images!
The figure is among the premium privileged few, with only 3,000 units planned for release in selected markets. As of yet, neither the price nor the release date has been disclosed. Register your interest here for updates on when those details will be revealed.
So, here's a question for you - is this piece a must-have ode to a timeless character, or do you prefer items that are more officially screen-accurate?
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- IO9 reports that Hot Toys and Sideshow have collaborated to create a limited edition figure, "The Joker (Batman Imposter Version)", inspired by Gino Roberto's work, hinting at an unrealized future for Heath Ledger's Joker character.
- This figure, reminiscent of Ledger's iconic portrayal, is based on a Batsuit-wearing Joker earlier created by Sideshow, and will be officially released in 3,000 units worldwide.
- While the price and release date for this exclusive piece remain unannounced, fans can register their interest on IO9's site for updates on when those details will be revealed.
- With only 3,000 units planned, collectors might find themselves torn between this imaginative, chair-hanging tribute to Ledger's Joker and items that are more officially screen-accurate.
