Thursday, July 28 2011
Robot Dreams: ‘Transformers’ and ‘Sex Kittens Go to College’
Retro Remote nominates Sex Kittens Go to College as Transformers' true precursor. The problem with Tranformers-type franchises is that the criticisms can only annoy people by reminding them of what they have chosen to ignore.
Monday, July 25 2011
Frustrated Fantasies: Misperceptions of Fandom and ‘Gone With the Wind’
The value of fandom is often underestimated. Rather than the stereotyped burnt-out housewives or socially inept teenagers that obsessively and indiscriminately consume popular culture, fans are active agents.
Friday, April 15 2011
“I’d Very Still”: Anthropology of a Lapsed Fan
Joss Whedon has not only created great shows; he caused fans to reach out to other fans to share their mutual enthusiasm for shows and for specific characters within shows. Here Lily Rothman writes of her involvement with others who came together thanks to Oz from Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
Thursday, January 20 2011
“Doctor Who” and the Cultural Divide: Fandom in America
Lynnette Porter explores the many dimensions of the growing international popularity of Doctor Who, and the very different fandoms in Great Britain and the rest of the world.
