Pre-owned original magazine with Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice promotional DVD.

Please study the supplied photograph carefully, as it forms an important part of the condition description.

The magazine is in good used condition overall for its age, but it does show visible signs of previous handling and storage. The front cover remains bright and colourful with the main artwork and text clearly legible. There is noticeable edge and corner wear, particularly around the upper edge and top-right corner, where there is visible creasing/bending. Minor surface marks, rubbing and general handling wear are also visible across the cover.

The lower edges and corners show lighter wear consistent with a previously read magazine. The magazine does not appear pristine or newsstand-mint.

The photograph also clearly shows the accompanying Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice DVD disc. The printed label side is present and visually intact. The playing surface is not shown, so the disc has not been assessed for scratches or tested for playback and should be regarded as supplied in used, untested condition.

The original promotional DVD wallet/cover artwork is also visible with the magazine.

Description

Original Total Film Magazine – May 2016, Issue 244, featuring a major Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them cover story and supplied with its Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice promotional DVD.

This is a particularly attractive mid-2010s film magazine for collectors because the cover captures several major cinema releases from the period, with Eddie Redmayne as Newt Scamander dominating the main artwork.

The issue promotes:

“The 10 Coolest Movies Coming Your Way”

and is strongly centred around upcoming blockbuster cinema, superhero films, fantasy franchises and major Hollywood releases.

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them

The main cover feature is Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, with Eddie Redmayne prominently pictured in costume as Newt Scamander.

The film title is given substantial space on the front cover, making this a desirable issue for collectors of:

• Fantastic Beasts
• Wizarding World memorabilia
• Eddie Redmayne
• Harry Potter-related film publications
• Modern fantasy cinema magazines

The cover image shows Redmayne wearing Newt Scamander's distinctive blue overcoat and period clothing, with the feature positioned as one of the magazine's major upcoming films of 2016.

Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice DVD

A major feature of this copy is the included Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice promotional DVD.

The top of the magazine prominently advertises:

“FREE Batman v Superman DVD”

and the supplied photograph clearly shows the corresponding disc alongside the magazine.

The disc carries the combined Batman/Superman emblem and is branded:

Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice

with promotional text referencing the film's cinema release.

The accompanying printed DVD sleeve/wallet shows Batman and Superman facing one another, with the large combined red Batman/Superman emblem behind them.

The promotional artwork features the two central characters from the film and advertises:

“Exclusive film preview plus interactive content from Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice: Tech Manual”

This is a nice surviving piece of promotional film memorabilia and adds considerably to the collectability of the magazine, particularly for fans of DC Comics and superhero cinema.

Please note: the DVD is supplied as photographed and has not been tested for playback.

Other Films & Stars Featured on the Cover

The front cover also promotes several other major film personalities and productions from the period.

Margot Robbie

Margot Robbie is specifically named on the cover. This was during the period surrounding her appearance as Harley Quinn in Suicide Squad, making the issue particularly relevant to collectors of her early major blockbuster appearances.

Natalie Portman

Natalie Portman is also advertised among the issue's featured stars.

Matt Damon

The magazine includes Matt Damon, one of the most prominent film stars of the period.

Tina Fey

Tina Fey is another named cover personality, reflecting the magazine's mixture of blockbuster, comedy and mainstream Hollywood coverage.

Suicide Squad

The cover advertises Suicide Squad, described as:

“DC's non-PC crew”

making this issue particularly representative of the major DC cinematic releases being heavily promoted during 2016.

Alongside the Batman v Superman material and Margot Robbie mention, this gives the magazine particularly strong appeal for a DC movie collector.

Assassin's Creed

Also featured is Assassin's Creed, with the cover highlighting the movie and its leading actor Michael Fassbender.

This was one of the major video-game-to-film adaptations being promoted at the time, giving the issue crossover appeal to collectors of both movie and gaming memorabilia.

Ghostbusters

The then-upcoming Ghostbusters film is also promoted on the cover.

The issue therefore provides an excellent snapshot of some of the largest studio films being previewed during the spring of 2016.

Magazine Details

Publication: Total Film
Issue: 244
Full Date: May 2016
Main Cover Star: Eddie Redmayne
Main Cover Film: Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
Included Promotional Disc: Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice DVD
Other Films Featured: Suicide Squad, Assassin's Creed, Ghostbusters
Other Film Stars Named: Margot Robbie, Natalie Portman, Matt Damon, Tina Fey
Language: English
Format: Printed film magazine with promotional DVD
Condition: Pre-owned / used

Collector Interest

This issue has particularly broad appeal because it combines several major film franchises from the same period in one publication.

It would suit collectors of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Eddie Redmayne, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Suicide Squad, Margot Robbie, Assassin's Creed, superhero cinema, DC film memorabilia and Total Film back issues.

The surviving Batman v Superman promotional DVD and printed sleeve artwork are especially useful additions, as promotional extras of this type can easily become separated from their original magazines over time.

Postage & Packaging

The magazine and DVD will be carefully packed for dispatch to help protect them during transit.

Depending on the final parcel size, the item will be protected using sturdy cardboard packaging and/or suitable bubble wrap, with particular care taken around the magazine's corners, spine and outer edges.

The DVD will also be secured within the parcel to help prevent unnecessary movement against the magazine during transit.

Please inspect the supplied image carefully before purchase, particularly the visible top-edge and corner wear/creasing, as this is an original used magazine rather than a mint copy.

SKU 1483