Estimated Price:
$40,000 - $60,000
Description:Full-size, screen-used V.I.N.CENT the robot hero from The Black Hole. (Disney,
1979) This is the hero “working” V.I.N.CENT (Vital Information
Necessary CENTralized) robot who was the main protagonist in Disney’s 1979 science fiction epic The Black Hole. Voiced by actor Roddy McDowell, the optimistic robot is essentially a fusion between R2-D2 and C-3PO in the Star Wars universe. Very
“intelligent” it is able to accomplish a wide variety of tasks, and its
means of locomotion is hovering. Measuring 35.5 in. tall (on metal
stand) x 26 in. diameter, its outer surface is created of fiberglass
with metal and plastic internal components consisting of electric motor
with chain drive to turn V.I.N.CENT’s “head”. The robot is fully
functional with outer incandescent color lights, green sequential “wave
light” on the chest and head movement (both clockwise and
counter-clockwise) being operated with the provided control panel fitted
with toggle switches. Power is provided by a 6-volt motorcycle
battery. Exhibits minor cracks and scuffs in areas from production, and
some of the perimeter lights are nonoperational (the vast majority
work) and can be easily repaired. This amazing robot character was
acquired 20 years ago directly from Disney and comes with a signed letter of authenticity from the Walt Disney World Company on Disney/MGM letterhead stationery. One of V.I.N.CENT’s most memorable quotes: “There
are three basic types, Mr. Pizer: the Wills, the Won’ts and the
Can’ts. The Wills accomplish everything, the Won’ts oppose everything,
and the Can’ts won’t try anything.” A rare and highly desirable science fiction artifact with full documentation. The Black Hole received an Academy Award-nomination for Best Visual Effects.
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