Adrian Paul, an orc from Weta, Stan Lee and Kevin Sorbo were some of the attractions at Salt Lake Comic Con 2013
JOss Whedon rules the Whedonverse at Salt lake Comic Con
At the Salt Lake Comic Con 2013, fans crowded into the “Whedonverse: a Closer Look at the Worlds of Joss Whedon.”
Superfan and author Jessica D. George, Serenity extra and Done the Impossible producer Brian Wiser, and co-editor of Joss Whedon and Religion John W. Morehead led a lively discussion about all things Whedon.
“Joss is boss,” says Wiser. Because of the popularity of Avenger’s, “the fan base (for Whedon) has certainly increased, and that only helps all of us who want more Dollhouse and Firefly.”
Whedon’s influence has transcended genres and injected itself into the culture.
“Cabin in the Woods was a shot in the arm for the American Horror,” says Morehead.
Wiser says that Buffy the Vampire slayer has become a cultural icon. Whedon created the archetype of the innocent blonde who can kick your butt.
“Buffy certainly had a broader impact,” says Wiser, at least by awareness. “(Dr. Horrible’s Sing Along Blog) showed us you could make really good projects without major money.”
Wiser says that the studio control over Dollhouse gutted the property until Whedon was able to regain control of it after about the sixth episode.
Alien 3 was for Whedon what Oswald the Lucky Rabbit was for Disney. When the studio took over the property, Whedon said that he would never give away his control again.
According to Morehead, even though “Joss Whedon is a self-professed angry atheist,” he still explores issues in religion within his work.
“Christian film critics are too quick to look for Christ figures” in pop culture, says Morehead. There are savior figures in Whedon’s work. However, “I couldn’t go as far as a Christ figure.”
Other notes:
New Serenity storylines appear in comic books.
“Firefly is just so grounded in reality,” even if it does take place in space, says Wiser.
According to Morehead, Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho created a shift in the idea of monsters. In that film, the monster was us.
Whedonisms:
I’m a leaf on the wind.
Shiny
Curse your sudden but inevitable betrayal.
She’s kind of a Buffy. “The opposite is Bella,” says George.
Superfan and author Jessica D. George, Serenity extra and Done the Impossible producer Brian Wiser, and co-editor of Joss Whedon and Religion John W. Morehead led a lively discussion about all things Whedon.
“Joss is boss,” says Wiser. Because of the popularity of Avenger’s, “the fan base (for Whedon) has certainly increased, and that only helps all of us who want more Dollhouse and Firefly.”
Whedon’s influence has transcended genres and injected itself into the culture.
“Cabin in the Woods was a shot in the arm for the American Horror,” says Morehead.
Wiser says that Buffy the Vampire slayer has become a cultural icon. Whedon created the archetype of the innocent blonde who can kick your butt.
“Buffy certainly had a broader impact,” says Wiser, at least by awareness. “(Dr. Horrible’s Sing Along Blog) showed us you could make really good projects without major money.”
Wiser says that the studio control over Dollhouse gutted the property until Whedon was able to regain control of it after about the sixth episode.
Alien 3 was for Whedon what Oswald the Lucky Rabbit was for Disney. When the studio took over the property, Whedon said that he would never give away his control again.
According to Morehead, even though “Joss Whedon is a self-professed angry atheist,” he still explores issues in religion within his work.
“Christian film critics are too quick to look for Christ figures” in pop culture, says Morehead. There are savior figures in Whedon’s work. However, “I couldn’t go as far as a Christ figure.”
Other notes:
New Serenity storylines appear in comic books.
“Firefly is just so grounded in reality,” even if it does take place in space, says Wiser.
According to Morehead, Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho created a shift in the idea of monsters. In that film, the monster was us.
Whedonisms:
I’m a leaf on the wind.
Shiny
Curse your sudden but inevitable betrayal.
She’s kind of a Buffy. “The opposite is Bella,” says George.
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Salt lake Comic Con 2013
These links will take you to www.globeslcc.com
Stories from Shad Engkilterra
SLCC employee and author participates on violence in media panel at Salt Lake Comic Con 2013
‘Hercules’ Kevin Sorbo talks acting at Salt Lake Comic Con 2013
True Believers revel in presence of the master of the Marvel universe
Atreyu becomes a tattoo artist and plays in ‘Sushi Girl’
Anne Serling discusses her father Rod Serling and the ‘Twilight Zone’
Adrian Paul takes the opportunity that life gave him
The original Hulk smashes the crowd at Salt Lake Comic Con
Nicholas Brendon brings the funny and hope to ‘Buffy’ fans
‘Battlestar Galactica’ reunion features Apollo and son
SLCC Alum surprises himself with success of Salt Lake Comic Con
Check out Shad Engkilterra’s YouTube channel for video for more on the convention.
Stories from Stephen Romney
Superheroes and Survival: A Spotlight on Jake Black
Salt Lake Comic Con: Final Thoughts from Day 3
Salt Lake Comic Con 2013: Day 2 in a nutshell
From Mortal Kombat to GI Joe: A Comic Con Event Report
Social networking and web comic creators: A Comic Con Panel Report
Romney’s First Impressions of Salt Lake Comic Con
The Hulk Speaks! A Comic Con Event Report
An evening with a Wookie and Sith Lord: A Comic Con Event Report
The Strength of Visual Storytelling: A Comic Con Panel Report
Check out StudioFantasma’s YouTube channel for more from Stephen Romney.
Stories from Aldo Gomez
Aldo’s thoughts on Salt Lake Comic Con
Shatner plays it personal at Salt Lake Comic Con
Women play hard in a man’s industry at SLCom
Smart Bomb brings characters to life.
Superman’s 75-year anniversary proves the ‘Man of Steel’ is here to stay
Ed Fries predicts the future at Salt Lake Comic Con
SLCom 2013 celebrity press conference
In a desert of pop culture conventions, Salt Lake Comic Con is an oasis
Photo Galleries
Salt Lake Comic Con 2013: photos from Day 3
Salt Lake Comic Con 2013: photos from Day 2
Salt Lake Comic Con 2013: photos from Day 1
Cosplay 101: Salt Lake Comic Con attendees dress up for the occasion by photographer James Ngyuen
These links will take you to examiner.com
Stories from Shad Engkilterra
Chewbacca faces knee replacement surgery; Kickstarter campaign helps cover costs
Stories from William Cohen
Salt Lake Comic Con 2013 starts off with a bang!
Salt Lake Comic Con 2013: Nicholas Brendon tells stories from 'Buffy'
Salt Lake Comic Con 2013: A(n unofficial) look at 'The Hobbit' sequel!
Salt Lake Comic Con 2013: Dean Cain and 'Lois & Clark'
Stories from Shad Engkilterra
SLCC employee and author participates on violence in media panel at Salt Lake Comic Con 2013
‘Hercules’ Kevin Sorbo talks acting at Salt Lake Comic Con 2013
True Believers revel in presence of the master of the Marvel universe
Atreyu becomes a tattoo artist and plays in ‘Sushi Girl’
Anne Serling discusses her father Rod Serling and the ‘Twilight Zone’
Adrian Paul takes the opportunity that life gave him
The original Hulk smashes the crowd at Salt Lake Comic Con
Nicholas Brendon brings the funny and hope to ‘Buffy’ fans
‘Battlestar Galactica’ reunion features Apollo and son
SLCC Alum surprises himself with success of Salt Lake Comic Con
Check out Shad Engkilterra’s YouTube channel for video for more on the convention.
Stories from Stephen Romney
Superheroes and Survival: A Spotlight on Jake Black
Salt Lake Comic Con: Final Thoughts from Day 3
Salt Lake Comic Con 2013: Day 2 in a nutshell
From Mortal Kombat to GI Joe: A Comic Con Event Report
Social networking and web comic creators: A Comic Con Panel Report
Romney’s First Impressions of Salt Lake Comic Con
The Hulk Speaks! A Comic Con Event Report
An evening with a Wookie and Sith Lord: A Comic Con Event Report
The Strength of Visual Storytelling: A Comic Con Panel Report
Check out StudioFantasma’s YouTube channel for more from Stephen Romney.
Stories from Aldo Gomez
Aldo’s thoughts on Salt Lake Comic Con
Shatner plays it personal at Salt Lake Comic Con
Women play hard in a man’s industry at SLCom
Smart Bomb brings characters to life.
Superman’s 75-year anniversary proves the ‘Man of Steel’ is here to stay
Ed Fries predicts the future at Salt Lake Comic Con
SLCom 2013 celebrity press conference
In a desert of pop culture conventions, Salt Lake Comic Con is an oasis
Photo Galleries
Salt Lake Comic Con 2013: photos from Day 3
Salt Lake Comic Con 2013: photos from Day 2
Salt Lake Comic Con 2013: photos from Day 1
Cosplay 101: Salt Lake Comic Con attendees dress up for the occasion by photographer James Ngyuen
These links will take you to examiner.com
Stories from Shad Engkilterra
Chewbacca faces knee replacement surgery; Kickstarter campaign helps cover costs
Stories from William Cohen
Salt Lake Comic Con 2013 starts off with a bang!
Salt Lake Comic Con 2013: Nicholas Brendon tells stories from 'Buffy'
Salt Lake Comic Con 2013: A(n unofficial) look at 'The Hobbit' sequel!
Salt Lake Comic Con 2013: Dean Cain and 'Lois & Clark'