A Forbidden Planet illuminating blaster rifle
MGM, 1956. Gray metal and plexiglass rifle with vented shaft, double-handled grip, small button trigger which illuminates through the vents when pressed, and a clear orange plastic dart-like tip. The gun is in working order. The rifles were prominently seen in the film, particularly when the crew members attempted to destroy the "Monster of the Id," or the subconscious of Dr. Morbius. In the film, laser beams which were animated by special effects artist Joshua Meador were seen issuing from the guns when shot. Accompanied by a gray custom-made painted wood mount and a vintage keybook photo of Jack Kelly holding a similar rifle.
Mount: 7.25 x 33 x 7 in.; gun: 6.5 x 32.5 x 3 in.
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MGM, 1956. Gray metal and plexiglass rifle with vented shaft, double-handled grip, small button trigger which illuminates through the vents when pressed, and a clear orange plastic dart-like tip. The gun is in working order. The rifles were prominently seen in the film, particularly when the crew members attempted to destroy the "Monster of the Id," or the subconscious of Dr. Morbius. In the film, laser beams which were animated by special effects artist Joshua Meador were seen issuing from the guns when shot. Accompanied by a gray custom-made painted wood mount and a vintage keybook photo of Jack Kelly holding a similar rifle.
Mount: 7.25 x 33 x 7 in.; gun: 6.5 x 32.5 x 3 in.
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