Jason Friday the 13th 3D print model

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Jason Voorhees - the primary antagonist of the film series Friday the 13th - is a homicidal maniac infamous for his bloody killing sprees. He wields a machete as his signature murder weapon. Initially introduced in the film Friday the 13th (1980) as the son of Pamela Voorhees, a cook at the Crystal Lake camp, Ari Lehman brought Jason to life on screen. The character's creator, Victor Miller, teamed up with Ron Kurtz, Sean Cunningham, and Tom Savini to craft Jason's iconic image. According to Miller's original idea, Jason was only supposed to make a single appearance, but his impact led to him becoming the central character. Throughout the series, Jason stalks and kills other characters, posing significant psychological threats - as seen in Friday the 13th: A New Beginning. Following Lehman's departure from the role, multiple actors stepped up to play Jason. Critics and viewers expressed varied opinions on the character's image due to this cast change. Stuntman Kane Hodder has consistently portrayed Jason in four films, influencing his overall performance. Jason's appearance has undergone various transformations over time thanks to different makeup artists and visual effects specialists like Stan Winston - who based his design off Tom Savini's original work. The now-iconic hockey mask first appeared in the third film. Beginning with Friday the 13th: Jason Lives, writers bestowed supernatural powers upon Jason, granting him regeneration and near invincibility abilities. The series implies that Jason's insatiable thirst for murder stems from his need to punish individuals who engage in immoral behavior, including extramarital relationships, substance abuse, etc., as well as avenge the tragic death of his child. Jason's name has been referenced in numerous films and TV shows, comedy magazines, and parody series. Moreover, horror-punk bands have taken inspiration from this character. Toy versions of Jason have been released over the years, with his hockey mask serving as one of popular culture's most recognizable symbols. Physical Details: Height: 203 cm Weight: 163 kg