Gumby is filming a remake of the World War I classic “Lawrence of Arabia”, with Gumby playing the lead role of Lieutenant Colonel T. E. Lawrence. The Arab army is portrayed by fellow toys. In a casting coup, Omar Sharif reprises his role as Sherif Ali ibn el Kharish.
Today they were filming a major battle sequence. Gumby and his fellow toys come upon a column of retreating Turkish soldiers, who have just slaughtered the villagers of Tafas. One of Gumby’s soldiers, Buzz Lightyear, is from the village and, after seeing the carnage, he demands, “No prisoners!” When Gumby hesitates, Buzz charges the Turks by himself and is killed. Gumby takes up the dead man's cry, resulting in a massacre in which Gumby himself participates with relish (and lots of ketchup).
This photo shows Gumby charging the Turks shouting “Gumby say no prisoner! Gumby say no prisoner!” Moments after this photo was taken, Gumby bounced off his camel and nearly broke his arm. Fortunately, he could just flex it back into shape.
During an interview for Entertainment Tonight, Gumby was asked about the violent battle scenes. Gumby replied “Revenge is a dish best served cold.” The movie is expected in theaters Summer 2010 and will be rated “G” because its stars are toys.
Today they were filming a major battle sequence. Gumby and his fellow toys come upon a column of retreating Turkish soldiers, who have just slaughtered the villagers of Tafas. One of Gumby’s soldiers, Buzz Lightyear, is from the village and, after seeing the carnage, he demands, “No prisoners!” When Gumby hesitates, Buzz charges the Turks by himself and is killed. Gumby takes up the dead man's cry, resulting in a massacre in which Gumby himself participates with relish (and lots of ketchup).
This photo shows Gumby charging the Turks shouting “Gumby say no prisoner! Gumby say no prisoner!” Moments after this photo was taken, Gumby bounced off his camel and nearly broke his arm. Fortunately, he could just flex it back into shape.
During an interview for Entertainment Tonight, Gumby was asked about the violent battle scenes. Gumby replied “Revenge is a dish best served cold.” The movie is expected in theaters Summer 2010 and will be rated “G” because its stars are toys.
Too bad Tracy can't flex back into shape. Did you travel far for this dessert filming?
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