Friday, 21 June 2013

1984: STARBURST DR. SALLY GARY HOUSE ADS (Marvel UK)

These are a couple of MARVEL UK House Ads from 1984, the arse-end of their tenure as publisher of STARBURST MAGAZINE.

These seem an exceptionally odd way to cross-promote a magazine covering a genre so rich in visual imagery and iconic characters.  The second one especially looks like an elaborate office joke that's snuck out into the real world.  It's more TIGHT FIT than INDIANA JONES.

I have a feeling that Indy is a member of M-UK staff indulging in dressing-up games, although I have no idea who he is.  Any thoughts?



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5 comments:

  1. Dave S29 June 2013 at 13:24

    Not sure about Indy, but I'm fairly sure the girl is the sister of then-Marvel UK editor Alan McKenzie. Hope this helps!

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    1. Frankymole8 July 2024 at 00:02

      Indy is Roger P Burchall, associate editor. https://www.stevecookarchive.com/1984-4

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  2. George White26 July 2013 at 18:53

    Yes, it was. Who was Sally Gary, though? Gaz Russell in drag?

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  3. Steve Cook18 December 2013 at 10:22

    Dr. Sally Gary
    http://secret-oranges.blogspot.co.uk/2013/12/flashback-17.html

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  4. Steve Cook21 December 2013 at 10:20

    More Dr. Sally Gary...
    http://secret-oranges.blogspot.co.uk/2013/12/flashback-18.html

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