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In 2008, when Barack Obama captivated the nation with a platform built on promises of hope and change, we were inspired by what he represented. He was the closet thing to a living, breathing superhero we’d ever seen, and so we created the Obama Action Figure in his honor: because every superhero deserves to have one.
Product Description
Like countless others out there, we've been inspired by the meteoric rise of Barack Obama and his campaign. In a time when America so desperately needed a hero, along came a man to show us a brand new vision of what America and the world could be in the 21st century. In many ways, Obama is the closest thing we've ever seen to a superhero... someone who has literally inspired millions of people simultaneously to step past fear, to be brave enough to hope and to go past cynicism and imagine what we could be if we were at our best. That's the stuff of legend! And Jailbreak Toys wanted to pitch in. So in that spirit, they created the Obama Action Figure, because every superhero should have one. 6 inches tall, 8 points of articulation, window boxed and made from phthalate-free PVC. An action figure you can believe in!
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
27 of 39 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
An item with obvious appeal. But as a caricature, it's a misfire.
August 27, 2008
By Iconophoric
Amazon Verified Purchase
Durability:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fun:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Confession: I bought this within a few minutes of learning of it's existence. I think that reaction is fairly typical. It's definitely one of those items with a certain guaranteed "pre-sold" audience. I knew what I was getting, and as it was an impulse buy for sure, I wilfully brushed aside the number one issue that exists with this toy. It's an issue which will probably grow on you -- or come back to haunt you time and again -- the longer you have it.
The issue is the matter of likeness. The little guy is really hurting in that department. I don't know who they had sculpt this, but I have to venture that he was no name in the business. The figure merely "checks the box" in the most perfunctory manner by being male, recognizably dark-complected and wearing a suit. As a caricature of Barack Obama, it utterly fails. That's pretty harsh, but let's be honest: If the box didn't say "OBAMA, An Action Figure You Can Believe In", you could believe it was just about anybody else.
I don't want to plug any competing item too hard, but I'll just share this pertinent experience with prospective buyers of this product: Later the same day I ordered this, a friend who reads all the animation blogs pointed out to me that the creator of Ren and Stimpy has his own set of political caricatures coming out in a few weeks. THAT'S where I should have put my political figurine dollar. These figures aren't timid, generic, ersatz likenesses of the candidates, but sharp, savage, funny political caricature in the grand tradition.
This is the after thought figure that I'll set out at work, probably keeping it in the box so people know who it is supposed to be. The "conversation piece" factor is there, which may be all many people expect from something like this. But even given that this may have been rushed out by the toy company, I wish they had nailed a relishable caricature. Bottom line, I believe a funny likeness here would prompt a smile that would last; what we get instead is a brief chuckle at the simple fact that someone came up with the concept for a political candidate action figure.
The issue is the matter of likeness. The little guy is really hurting in that department. I don't know who they had sculpt this, but I have to venture that he was no name in the business. The figure merely "checks the box" in the most perfunctory manner by being male, recognizably dark-complected and wearing a suit. As a caricature of Barack Obama, it utterly fails. That's pretty harsh, but let's be honest: If the box didn't say "OBAMA, An Action Figure You Can Believe In", you could believe it was just about anybody else.
I don't want to plug any competing item too hard, but I'll just share this pertinent experience with prospective buyers of this product: Later the same day I ordered this, a friend who reads all the animation blogs pointed out to me that the creator of Ren and Stimpy has his own set of political caricatures coming out in a few weeks. THAT'S where I should have put my political figurine dollar. These figures aren't timid, generic, ersatz likenesses of the candidates, but sharp, savage, funny political caricature in the grand tradition.
This is the after thought figure that I'll set out at work, probably keeping it in the box so people know who it is supposed to be. The "conversation piece" factor is there, which may be all many people expect from something like this. But even given that this may have been rushed out by the toy company, I wish they had nailed a relishable caricature. Bottom line, I believe a funny likeness here would prompt a smile that would last; what we get instead is a brief chuckle at the simple fact that someone came up with the concept for a political candidate action figure.
16 of 24 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Since I didn't vote for the guy, I thought this might bring us closer...
March 18, 2010
Durability:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Educational:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Fun:
4.0 out of 5 stars
I will be honest I am not a huge Obama supporter. Its his policies. He is just way too liberal for me. But just like every president before him, as a voter I would never get the opportunity to ask him specific questions about his policies nor give him the solutions needed to succeed in his position. You see just cause I didn't vote for the guy doesn't mean I don't wish him the best. I love america! So since getting close to the president was a "no no" I decided to look for a product that would allow me to get closer to the mindset of our beloved president and thats were the "Jailbreak Toys Barrack Obama Action Figure" comes in. First off its sent in a great box with some really high grade packaging. The art work really makes the doll shine through. It comes ready to be displayed for all your guests to see. Another great thing about the figure is that he isn't the full size of our president. I was worried about that as my studio apartment is really only meant for one. And since the voices in my head sounded like our president, having this action figure in my home would allow me to put a visual on these voices. This way I could tell my therapist that I was actually speaking to a person, our president! The fact that he is not actual size means that during those discussions that get heated I never get intimidated by his presence, the doll is really only 6" high. My therapist says that is a good thing since I have a fear of larger people. Every time I am on the bus, speaking to Pres. Obama, I have the Jailbreak Toy Company to thank for that. I remind the people around me on the bus every day of that fact!
Thank you Jailbreak Toys, because of your product, me and President Obama are correcting the worlds wrongs while fixing the economy, managing health care, derailing Iran from obtaining a nuke, bringing peace to the Caucasus, enjoying great relations with Georgia, making our own NCAA Final Four brackets, bringing Green Energy properly, creating jobs, picking the next supreme court justice and smoking a cigarette...
Thank you Jailbreak Toys, because of your product, me and President Obama are correcting the worlds wrongs while fixing the economy, managing health care, derailing Iran from obtaining a nuke, bringing peace to the Caucasus, enjoying great relations with Georgia, making our own NCAA Final Four brackets, bringing Green Energy properly, creating jobs, picking the next supreme court justice and smoking a cigarette...
4 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By C. Rudd
Durability:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Educational:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fun:
5.0 out of 5 stars
I received this for Christmas. It is very entertaining to play with/look at(yes, I play with my toys). Anyway, I must confess, it doesn't look very much like him. It's got a few facial qualities that are similar, such as the ears and the lips. His head seems to be a bit too big in proportion to the rest of the body, and his legs are not quite long enough. However, I think that those two 'problems' add a certain likeness to the toy.
His head can turn and is loose enough that it can turn with ease, but firm enough that you know it isn't going anywhere. His arms, however, are very, very loose. I will probably be tightening the joints(by the way, if you have figures that need their joints tightened, look online for some good tips).
Overall, a good gift, a nice piece of merchandise, and a great product.
His head can turn and is loose enough that it can turn with ease, but firm enough that you know it isn't going anywhere. His arms, however, are very, very loose. I will probably be tightening the joints(by the way, if you have figures that need their joints tightened, look online for some good tips).
Overall, a good gift, a nice piece of merchandise, and a great product.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
My Man
I still have it he the best and his wife is the best to i have a figure one of his wife to .
Published 9 days ago by eddie
5.0 out of 5 stars
DC Trip
After visiting DC, I saw many Obama action figures but didn't quite like the quality of them especially for the price they were selling for. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Edgar
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome!
He is right here at my desk while i work. Everyone in my office is trying to steal my mini Obama. I may have to hide him!
Published 1 month ago by Jymjym Newman
1.0 out of 5 stars
False advertising
My Obama doll was missing some parts. Just a few items not found were a burning constitution and bill of rights, the suspension of habeas corpus for Americans in America, and... Read more
Published 1 month ago by The Dear Leader
5.0 out of 5 stars
Ruled the toybox
I bought this action figure because I felt the old toy box could use a change. After the first night, all of my toys seemed to be in better moods, except for the occasional old... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mike S
1.0 out of 5 stars
Smarter then the real one!!!
Actually ,just as smart.Comes in a sealed box to keep him from knowing what is happening in the real world( Just like the real one) Has no brain in his head,just air ( Like the... Read more
Published 2 months ago by C. Widmer
1.0 out of 5 stars
Our great leader
Being a dedicated communist, much as our great leader(tm), I am shocked that a private company would dare make something that is not state approved. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Christopher
5.0 out of 5 stars
My boy loved the action figure
We love Barack Obama. My boy wanted the action figure as a keepsake and he loves it. To bad it was not made in the USA.
Published 3 months ago by M. R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Addition
My son loves piting President Obama against the Joker and other villans. As a parent it is so fun to watch him incorporate the President in to his imaginary play. Read more
Published 4 months ago by eliza Savage
5.0 out of 5 stars
you just
you just know i had to buy this doll. it's history in the making. have the comic book also. Putting away for the grand kids.
Published 4 months ago by G. Pappas
