Comic-Con Day One Recap: Cosplay, Wired’s Giant Mech, and Celebrity Interviews
Summary
Senior Editor Peter Rubin of Wire and Comic-Con reporter Cara Santa Mari recapped the first day of the event, which included interviews with celebrities, cosplayers, and the unveiling of Wired’s 9-foot-9-inch giant mech robot. They also discussed the first look at Terry Gilliam’s new movie, Zero Theorem, and the highlights of the day’s events.
Table of Contents
- Cosplay at Comic-Con
- Wired’s Giant Mech Robot
- Celebrity Interviews
- First Look at Terry Gilliam’s New Movie
- Conclusion
Cosplay at Comic-Con
The heart and soul of Comic-Con is undoubtedly the cosplayers. People work for months or even years on their costumes, either by making them themselves or by collecting bits and pieces. Peter Rubin interviewed several cosplayers, and he saw many themed-out groups where everyone was cosplaying together. The creativity and dedication of these cosplayers were remarkable, and they are what make Comic-Con such an exciting event.
Wired’s Giant Mech Robot
Another highlight of the day was Wired’s giant mech robot, which was unveiled the day before. Peter Rubin talked about his experience with the robot, from seeing it for the first time to taking it to the show floor. Unfortunately, due to the massive crowd it drew, the robot was deemed a fire hazard and had to be removed from the floor. The robot is still around, however, stomping through the streets of San Diego. Wired has even created a hashtag for people to tweet about their sightings of the robot: #WiredMech.
Celebrity Interviews
Peter Rubin also had the opportunity to interview several celebrities at Comic-Con. He spoke with Bill Paxton about his new graphic novel and bonded with him over their shared love of barbecue. Additionally, he interviewed Kit Harington, who plays Jon Snow in Game of Thrones, and was taken aback by his charming British accent and tortured gaze. And finally, he got to interview Slash, who surprised him with his knowledge and love of dinosaurs.
First Look at Terry Gilliam’s New Movie
The first day of Comic-Con also featured a first look at Terry Gilliam’s new movie, Zero Theorem. The movie stars Christoph Waltz as a reclusive computer genius, and from the brief footage shown, it looks like it’s going to be just as surreal as Gilliam’s previous films.
Conclusion
Overall, the first day of Comic-Con was jam-packed with exciting events and celebrity encounters. From the cosplayers to the giant robot to the celebrity interviews, there was something for everyone. And with three more days of the event to go, there’s no telling what other surprises and highlights are in store. Stay tuned for more updates from Peter Rubin and the Wired team at Comic-Con!
