Lot 202 - Mikeys (John Alexander) Animatronic Insert Head | MEN IN BLACK (1997)

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Sold Stock #46038 | Sold Jun 19 2015

MEN IN BLACK (1997)

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Lot #202 - Mikey’s (John Alexander) Animatronic Insert Head

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Mikey’s (John Alexander) animatronic insert head from Barry Sonnenfeld’s sci-fi comedy Men in Black. Serving as the film series’ first on-screen alien, several effects pieces were utilized to bring the character to life. This articulated head features a foam latex skin that houses a fiberglass underskull made to fit over Alexander. The skin is fully painted using varying shades of green and tan to match with the other pieces made for the character. Silicone covered ear nodules complete the character’s look. The articulated eye stalks, likely used for shots of the character’s eyes bulging, remain largely intact while the eyes themselves were removed after production.

An array of mechanical components is attached to the fiberglass underskull and connects via protruding cables to a metal control box. These cables once connected to hand controls although they were cut after production. A series of nylon straps secure the piece to the actor’s head. The insert head is offered on a fiberglass head that has been mounted to a wooden base. This piece has undergone sympathetic conservation and stabilization; additional information available upon inquiry. The head shows light wear to the foam latex skin, but remains in fair condition. Dimensions (on base): 24” x 24” x 30” (61 cm x 61 cm x 76 cm)

$4,000-6,000 *Estimated sale price; sold without reserve

This item comes with a Propstore Certificate of Authenticity

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