When I first watched Star Wars: The Force Awakens, my first reaction was: I NEED A BB-8 IN MY LIFE!!! Of course, that wasn’t exactly possible. And although there are BB-8 toys in the market, they’re so small, they don’t feel like a real BB-8 (if that makes sense).
And then… and then… this happened: Angelo Casimiro, a 17-year old Physics student at De La Salle University, actually built a life-sized Star Wars BB-8 droid! (YOU ARE MY HERO!) The droid can even talk and be controlled by smartphones.
Plus, it’s cheaper than the more expensive BB-8 toys out there. I’m in love!!!
Would you try your hand at making your own BB-8? Definitely let me know if you do, please!!!
bravo amigo 😀
galing
Good job, Angelo Casimiro. KUDOS to you!!! And congratulations also to your entire family who helped out, especially your Dad. What’s so special about this is that you used ordinary items that are readily accessible. Not every one has a 3D Printer or familiar with Fiber Glass manufacturing (like all the other videos posted on DIY BB-8).
Maybe I could endorse your story to Spencer, Director of Consumer Insights at Lucasfilm in their exclusive fan base feedback group of “Obi Wants To Know Me”? Or maybe even feature you in an article in Bantha Tracks c/o Mary Franklin for Star Wars Insider Magazine? Even a direct “snail mail” to Kathleen Kennedy thru Bob Iger of Disney will probably do. If you want to send your story, yourself, the address is: Disney Studios, 500 S Buenavista St., Burbank, California 91521.
NOTE: They do reply with “snail mail” that is properly documented & officially sent (as compared to e-mail). And when they reply, its enclosed in an envelope with Lucas Film Limited insignia, using a stationary with official letterhead, and properly signed by the current President of Lucasfilm (although the CEO of Disney will be the one designated in the U.S. Mail receiving copy.
Here’s a link for your reference: https://www.slideshare.net/DrArielSTorres/my-rare-star-wars-moments-feats-collection-part-3
wow.. amazing 🙂
superb!