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Modern popular culture topics in the geek sphere.
The difference between manga and Manhwa
The world of comics has grown incredibly vast in the past century alone. However, specific distinctions have emerged, such as manga from Japan and manhwa from Korea. While they may seem interchangeable to the uninitiated, these two are fundamentally different in style, content, and their place in the cultural landscape.
By Chiara Landini4 years ago in Geeks
In a fight between Troublemaker and Kimberly who would win?
Killer Loop's and The Troublemaker are without any doubt two masterpiece in the recent comic book series history. So i imagined: in a fight between the protagonist of this two series... who would win? While both characters possess certain strengths that could give them an edge in the fight, there are also weaknesses that could be exploited by their opponent. So... Let's analyze the various factors that might contribute to the outcome of a hypothetical fight between Troublemaker and Kimberly!
By Chiara Landini4 years ago in Geeks
Why artists hate AI?
Artificial intelligence (AI) has made significant strides in recent years in the realm of creativity. Machines are now capable of producing music, writing poetry and prose, and even designing intricate patterns. While many people find these advancements exciting, artists have tended to be more critical of this technology. They feel threatened by AI because machines are now capable of doing things that were previously the domain of human creativity. In this article, we will examine the reasons why artists do not like AI.
By Chiara Landini4 years ago in Geeks
Art can change the world?
Art has the ability to change the world in ways that are undeniably powerful and transformative. Throughout history, art has served as a means of expression, communication, and social commentary. Art has the ability to inspire, challenge, and provoke us, pushing us to question our beliefs, our values, and our understanding of the world. In this essay, I will explore the ways in which art can change the world, from its ability to provide a platform for marginalized groups to its capacity to challenge established norms and inspire social change.
By Chiara Landini4 years ago in Geeks
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Movie Review
In the far-reaching realms of the MCU, the Guardians of the Galaxy went from being a relatively unknown group to super-stardom in 2014. Their popularity has grown exponentially over the last nine years as they joined forces with other superheroes. The third volume has been a long time coming and it delivers a poignant final bow.
By Robert Cain4 years ago in Geeks
The difference between comic books, serial tv and movies
The entertainment industry has come a long way since its inception. With the advent of technology, we have seen the emergence of various forms of media that have taken the world by storm. Comic books, serial TV, and movies are three such mediums that have captured the imaginations of millions of people worldwide. The purpose of this essay is to explore the differences between these three forms of entertainment media.
By Chiara Landini4 years ago in Geeks
WGA Strike
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 Callaghan4 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 Callaghan4 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 Bassett4 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 Cherry4 years ago in Geeks
