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Modern popular culture topics in the geek sphere.
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Most of us spend our time relaxing watching TV or movies. I mean I’ve built my whole internet presence off of reviewing, critiquing and analyzing media. Our current society thrives off of Hollywood. Comic cons, show specific fan conventions, tv shows, and movies very few people in this country go a day without relying on Hollywood for relaxation and entertainment. But how does that entertainment come to us? Does it magically appear on our screens? Do producers and studio execs come up with these stories that we love? No writers do. Writers are the backbone of Hollywood and we owe them our praise, and Hollywood owes them proper compensation.
By Alexandrea Callaghan3 years ago in Geeks
Are You There God? It's Me Margaret
Are You There God? It’s Me Margaret is a best selling Judy Blume book about young girls dealing with puberty, religious pressure and just the reality of growing up. This movie adaptation is faithful to the book and a beautiful portrayal of youth and growing up.
By Alexandrea Callaghan3 years ago in Geeks
Dragon Way: A Magical Face-Off for Peace
Dragon Way is a story of a mystical being of similar appearance of a young woman named Holy, who is the last of her kind. Holy has a good heart but is short-tempered and partially naive. She is always accompanied by her three small dragons- a purple dragon, Iron (Toyotama-hime), a green dragon, Moryah- Maman who is in love with Holy and the red dragon, Kojiro who is a big eater and very touchy.
By Ria Bassett3 years ago in Geeks
Relationships in Early “ElfQuest”
In a previous story, How “ElfQuest” Enraptured Me as an Adult, I mentioned that the Elves in this comic don’t have any gender-based roles and no expectation of heterosexuality nor monogamy. In this story, I am going to address all of these points. I will do my best not to reveal too much about the plot. Also, this will not be an exhaustive treatment of the subject, because I want to encourage readers to discover these stories for themselves.
By Suzy Jacobson Cherry3 years ago in Geeks
Experience the Magic of Fairy Tales with Colonial Chorus Players 'Into the Woods'
Beware the giant, a witch, and the wolf as you venture into the woods. Colonial Chorus Players presents Into the Woods. Into the Woods blends multiple fairy tale characters who venture into a dark forest seeking a wish. Their wishes coming true, were they worth the trek to begin with?
By Marielle Sabbag3 years ago in Geeks
Guardians of the Galaxy Review
Warning up top this review is going to contain so many spoilers so if you would like to avoid that, please stop reading now. You will not get another warning. The third installment of Guardians of the Galaxy was a beautiful, wonderful, incredible masterpiece cementing its place as the MCU’s best trilogy.
By Alexandrea Callaghan3 years ago in Geeks
Hellscat: the new latina superhero is ready to fight!
In the world of comics, superheroes have become the cultural zeitgeist of our times. From the golden age of comic books to the advent of modern superheroes, the genre has continued to captivate fans through its diverse range of characters and stories. And the latest addition to the comic book world—the Hellscat graphic novel spin-off of Super Santa comics series—is no exception.
By Meghan Deroaen3 years ago in Geeks
Comic books: the importance of writing
Since the birth of comic books, the medium has been a source of entertainment and a medium for visual storytelling. However, comic books are more than just a visual medium; they also require careful and thoughtful writing to convey meaning and emotions. The importance of writing in comic books is often overlooked, but it is vital to the success of the medium. In this essay, we will explore the significance of writing in comic books and why it deserves more recognition.
By Meghan Deroaen3 years ago in Geeks
The numbers behind global comics industry
The global comics industry is one that has grown and evolved significantly over the years, with a rich history rooted in various cultures across different regions of the world. The scale and magnitude of the industry can be gleaned from the sheer number of comics produced and consumed worldwide. In this essay, we will delve into the numbers behind the global comics industry and examine key trends and patterns of growth.
By Meghan Deroaen3 years ago in Geeks
