Very interesting stuff, Ross. The idea of a "brand loyal" theater that is constructed through its cultural practices is an intriguing one. I'm curious to see how BIG Cinemas is going to continue to develop in the coming years (from your rep ...
This is a really interesting post, Sarah, and I am fascinated by the object of study you have selected. I had not previously seen any of these films prior to reading your post, and I am intrigued (from an experiential standpoint) by what seems to have so ...
Those are some really great comparisons, Sarah. I think you are right in saying that an investigation of these connections could provide even more intriguing links between the past and the present. Do you have any idea how these short films have been rec ...
Thanks for a fascinating post, Jesse. The battle between digital and hard copy entertainment is something that will undoubtedly continue to in the coming years. Has a similar nostalgic spin used in marketing this film's DVD release been seen in any ...
Great post, Dan. Your work is incredibly fascinating and you've raised a number of interesting points. I wish I had been able to see your exhibit when it was still being hosted. With the elite status of owning a 3D television and the fact that cont ...
This is really incredibly fascinating- particularly since you are able to address the various facets of aura all with a single case study, as well as audience responses. Are you continuing this research in any form? I'm very intrigued by this whole p ...
This is a very interesting piece, and touches on an important moment of popular culture. The clip you selected truly embodies this, and as this clip is actually from the very first episode of the series, it set the tone for everything that followed. I ha ...
Fantastic piece, Kayley. I am particularly intrigued by the question you pose at the end- where passion and experience is potentially reduced to bytes of information. The notion of experience seems to be at the forefront of the discussion, where experienc ...
This is an absolutely fantastic post. As you pointed out, there has been far too little discussion surrounding prop creation, and it is an area that is rich with unique examples that are just begging to be explored further. Blade Runner is the perfect exa ...
This is a great post, Curtis, and you draw some very interesting comparisons between fan practices and religious rituals. This is particularly relevant as Dragon*Con is currently winding down in Atlanta, where fans from all over the country come together ...
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Very interesting stuff, Ross.
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Materiality and Fandom
Ritual and Fan Practices
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