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Apologies if this has been posted elsewhere (I didn't see it) or if this is the wrong section, but sadly read this story: http://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-30707319

Hi Just clicked on the link, first thing I looked at was the Star Wars poster. Absolutely shocking, is all I will say. I love the hobby of autographs and when living in London used to go to film premiers and shows and would sometimes mount up and sell signatures for extra money. Sadly all these big dealers with their worthless COAs and "signing" photos do so much damage to credible dealers out there and genuine collector/sellers like me (which I why I now only collect certain things and only after doing my research on the item). As always, buyer beware, and if it looks too good to be true, it almost certainly is! Just noticed this wonderful poster with "all signatures handsigned and guaranteed authentic" not only has the signatures of Ford, Fisher, Hamil, etc, but Jack Purvis, AlexMcCrindle, Alex Guiness and Peter Cushing - and all for $155! You would not find a Jack Purvis or Alex McCrindle alone for twice that kind of money, let alone most of the others. And yet someone out there will probably hand over their hard earned cash. Sad and destructive to the genuine collectors and sellers out there.

Amazing news, now here is a plea from a Brit living in Australia! Would anyone be willing to get me Gene's signature on a white card but just signed in the centre in an area around 8cm x 3cm max? I know this sounds very fussy, but I collect Moonwalker autographs, but the ones I have so far are all on a small area (signed Polaroid bases, trading card, cheque, etc - costs me less and are genuine) this way I can mount them all to a similar specification. I can pay by sending a UK cheque, PayPal or bank transfer (obviously include postage and packing). I don't think I'd be able to be so specific if ordering through the official store (if it's available this way anyway) "Help me fellow collectors, you're my only hope!" thanks for your time, Chris

Saw it today in 3D 48fps(?). It looked absolutely stunning and an amazing production. I always like seeing Martin Freeman on screen and Gollum was wonderful of course. HOwever, I too felt bored several times throughout (never did in the LOTR trilogy) and could have easily dozed off if it wasn't for the stunning visuals. I shall of course be seeing the next two movies but will buy coffee instead of water just in case!

Looked like a great day and one I would have definately gone to - had I not moved to the bottom of the world a few years back! Would love to see some photos of the event, and also I can't see anywhere the names of the "secret" guests who were scheduled to appear.

Yes, very sad to hear. Not only the director of my favourite, but also technically the best of the SW movies. Very glad I met him and have him sign my poster at a CM a few years back. The Force is with him - RIP

Not something you hear very often Can you email me on terrahawk1@tiscali.co.uk ? , not sure if I know you. Yes, I went to two of these shows, and they had such a great small "convention" feel, and Michael Sheard was, as always, such a great host and gentleman. Shame they stopped them (even though now I'm in Oz I wouldn't be able to attend anyway!)

IMDB doesn't mention his HItchhikers role. Does anyone know who or what he played? I'm assuming it's the original series. BTW - I'm desperately after a Mark WIng Davey signature, preferably on white card. Can anyone help? I missed out on his Collectormania appearance. cheers

I know he's been ill for many years, and was running a B&B with his wife in Devon. He used to get involved in the Star Wars charity conventions in Devon, although I don't think there's been one of those for a few years now.

That is fantastic as Blade Runner is my all time favourite movie. I have all the autos on white cards, but would love a better Sean Young one. Trouble is I now live in Oz, so if anyone can help me out I am sending out a plea!!! Please please please! Contact me if you are willing and able. Thanks :-)

Hi I've been looking on the website but can't find any info on Tippi Hedren's appearance or pre-orders. Will there be the opportunity for pre-orders - or is there already but I'm being blind?! Cheers, Chris

mmm.. if Brigitte did a signing I'd have to use all my money up to fly over from Oz to meet her! She is very reluctant to talk about and even acknowledge her "previous life" although has become more open to it recently in using it as an advantage of raising money and awareness for her wonderful animal charity. You could always write to her charity in Paris and offer a donation in return for a signed photo? Viva Brigitte!

There was a show on the Continent last year where I got a Bounty Hunter photo (already signed by A.Harris) signed by Bulloch, Parsons and Munroe. It's a nice piece. I believe there's been some contention about Chris Parsons (like the Hal "Jawa" Walmsey saga) - but am guessing that's all cleared up now?

I am pretty sure I went to a Star Wars event in Cheshunt and he was there signing. I didn't get his autograph as I already had it. I went to a couple of Cheshunt shows and it would have been between 1998 and 2000. I may be totally wrong, but it all seems to add up to me.

Yes I went to that one when I lived in Reading for a couple of years. Mike Edmonds was also there and so was someone else - both in the opposite corner to Jeremy. Those were the days!

Having seen the cartoons, I didn't realise this movie was CGI, but I loved the way it was made. I too found Ahsoka Tano a bit too "cutesy" and Zero the Hutt sounded like Cartman from South Park! However, I enjoyed the movie more than I thought I would (even my sister-in-law, the most unlikely Star Wars fan enjoyed the movie) and will buy the DVD for sure. Nice one George!

Now I live in Australia I can't watch the games unless I stay up until something like 4am :-( However, I am hoping the Czech Republic win, if not then Holland (especially after thrashing those conceited Italians!). Come on!

1-The Empire Strikes Back 2-A New Hope 3-The Phantom Menace (even with Binks!) =-Return of the Jedi 5-Revenge of the Sith 6-Attack of the Clones The first 2 I'll always put way ahead of the others -but heck, I still love em' all despite the many faults

Yep, even the Mayhew is a fake. I've seen so many fakes, and contacted sellers about them - and as someone with a genuine love of collecting (and someone who has often sold in-person film premier autographs on eBay) this stuff sickens me. But as someone said, eBay only care about getting their cut of the sale

LOL BULLS*IT DALTON 5!!!!! Just to let everyone know this man is a fake! His autographs which he claims he bought and got through the mail is not true. He's just taken images off www.007-autographs.com and pasted them in claiming there his. He got banned from www.ajb007.co.uk the james bond forum as he ripped people off telling them fake address for bond stars. Everyone hates him. He ripped me off by telling me he was going to buy some bond autographs off me, he asked me to send the autographs to him first but luckily i didnt. Then he kept saying the cheque was in the post but never came through, he blamed it on the postal service. Then in the end nothing came through so i told him i didnt want to sell to him anymore. He did this to alot of people and in the end got banned from the site. So everyone dont listen to him its all lies and hes a fake! Thanks Dr Jones. Favourite Bond girl for me is either Marym d'Abo (from my favourite Bond movie) or Izabella Scorupco. As for autographs, I'm not a Bond collector but did get Connery's autograph at a premier and have mounted it up nicely, so I'm pretty proud of that item (autographchris.co.uk, under "movie stars" if interested in looking!)

I won't be able to make forthcoming events (emigrating to Oz this Friday!), but assuming contacts are willing to get things on my behalf, I would desperately love to add Frank Oz, John Morton and James Earl Jones to my ESB poster. Although I'd probably fly back to meet Harrison!

OMG you have Christopher Reeves Autograph. I would kill 4 that. I saw one in Bristol before I got into superman for £250, I wish I'd bought it. 250 quid!!...how long ago was that...got mine free signed by the great man in person! I just remembered I have a SUperman Trading Card signed by Christopher Reeve. BOught it in about 1990. I couldn't say it's 100% genuine although the guy I bought it off is a totally trustworthy collector and dealer. Also rather fond of my Sean Connery card which I got in person and have mounted up nicely (on autographchris.co.uk if interested)

I have 2 - My Empire Strikes Back poster with all personalised signatures (from credited people only) which has so far cost alot of time and money! And my Grace de Monaco (Grace Kelly) mounted signature. Plan to invest in Beatles autographs soon - but purely for a financial investment as I don't trust banks!!

Had a headache all morning so the dark room was probably a blessing! Meet Chris Malcolm and Gary Kurtz for my ESB poster - nice guys. Also queued for Billy West who was great and dedicated and posed. Got my VT for Dom Monaghan at 10am - No.560ish. By Midday a sign said he'd be back at 1pm and they were up to No.120. I had to leave around 2pm, so sadly had to give him a miss. This is my last LFCC as I am emigrating - I could have spent loads but decided to be good this time! Have fun on Sunday everyone