The Dom Cobb Figurine Lets You Play With Leonardo Dicaprio's Character
Jason Soy — August 7, 2011 — Pop Culture
References: figures.collected.info & toyhaven.blogspot
If you can't get enough of the Inception universe, maybe this Dom Cobb figurine is your answer, as you can now imagine storylines that feature the dream "Extractor."
Designed by Brother Production, the Dom Cobb Figurine is a 12-inch figurine created in the likeness of Leonardo Dicaprio. Several props found in the film also come as accessories for the toy, including the "Dream Share" briefcase, Cobb's gun of choice and the spinning top "totem," which had fans questioning whether the entire movie was a dream or reality.
Implications - Consumers enjoy collecting toy figurines because it allows them to own a product associated with a franchise they enjoy. Corporations may find it much more easier to sell their wares if they manage to purchase licenses for pop culture franchises.
Designed by Brother Production, the Dom Cobb Figurine is a 12-inch figurine created in the likeness of Leonardo Dicaprio. Several props found in the film also come as accessories for the toy, including the "Dream Share" briefcase, Cobb's gun of choice and the spinning top "totem," which had fans questioning whether the entire movie was a dream or reality.
Implications - Consumers enjoy collecting toy figurines because it allows them to own a product associated with a franchise they enjoy. Corporations may find it much more easier to sell their wares if they manage to purchase licenses for pop culture franchises.
Trend Themes
1. Toy Figurine Collectibles - Opportunity for corporations to tap into the market of consumers who enjoy collecting toy figurines associated with popular franchises.
2. Licensing Partnerships - Opportunity for corporations to secure licenses for pop culture franchises to increase the appeal and marketability of their products.
3. Interactive Storytelling - Opportunity for innovative storytelling experiences where consumers can imagine and create their own storylines within popular universes.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Manufacturing - Opportunity for toy manufacturers to create and produce collectible figurines based on popular franchises to cater to consumer demand.
2. Marketing and Branding - Opportunity for marketing and branding agencies to assist corporations in securing licensing partnerships to enhance the appeal of their products.
3. Entertainment and Media - Opportunity for entertainment and media companies to explore innovative ways of interactive storytelling within popular franchises to engage consumers.
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