The Great Debate: Genre vs. Literature Summary The article discusses the ongoing debate between genres and literature, and how they are not so different after all. It argues that at the heart of every story is a fictional world and a central character, trying to navigate their way through life. The article also explores the …
Comic-Con: Where Everyone is a Performer Summary Comic-Con is more than just a convention for nerds to gather and celebrate their favorite geeky franchises. It’s a place where attendees become performers by dressing up as their favorite characters, engaging in a virtual performance that includes both willing and unwilling participants. Comic-Con is a performance space …
Giant Robots Fighting Giant Monsters: The Terrible Idea of Mecha versus Kaiju Summary In this article, we discuss the idea of giant humanoid robots fighting giant monsters, as seen in movies like Pacific Rim. While it may seem exciting, the concept of Mecha versus Kaiju is a terrible idea for a weapon. The article explores …
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The Future of Books: Physical vs. Electronic Summary In this transcript, the speaker talks about the differences between physical and electronic books. He shares his own experience with collecting physical books and the difficulty in transitioning to electronic versions. He also talks about the importance of preserving information across time and the work being done …
The Engaging Performances of Comic-Con Summary In this article, we explore the engaging performances of Comic-Con and how it creates a virtual performance space for both performers and audiences. The costumes and characters that people portray engage others around them, making them willing or unwilling participants in the performance. Comic-Con is not just limited to …
Comic-Con and the Performance of Costumes Summary Comic-Con is an event where costumes play a prominent role. People dress up as various characters, engaging in a virtual performance for everyone around them. The costumes not only allow individuals to embody their favorite characters but also engage those around them in a shared experience of virtual …