Comic-Con fails to find cinematic footing
Comic-Con entertains with visuals but lacks authenticity and a consistent overall tone.
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Cultural stigmas limit comic book audience
When people think of comics, most unfortunately hold very dated and cliché views of the medium. That’s why so many articles and superhero movie reviews have the trite words “Pow!” “Wham!” “Bam!” headlines. This has some unfortunate consequences: Parents taking their kids to very mature films like The Dark Knight or Watchmen, for example, because […]
Despite criticism, Comic-Con still about the comic books
It’s that time of the year again. In the next month, the San Diego Comic-Con International website will be filled with requests for press passes, following months of mad dashes for hotel rooms and deals on San Diego accomodations. It’s the annual geek scramble. But this year, as before, critics are upset that Comic-Con is […]
Technology to blame for Comic-Con ticket fiasco
The second site crash of the month leaves many fans ticketless and angry
Comic-Con International to stay in the Gaslamp District
Despite rumors of a move to the city of angels, the convention is set to remain in San Diego for the near future.