Annual Lubbock-Con showcases both fan and fandom

By Avery Mendoza Stormtroopers marched for the Empire, medieval warriors engaged in simulated combat and an assortment of vendors from across Texas made sales to people dressed like Ghostbusters – among other sights at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center this past weekend. Lubbock-Con, a Hub City nerd’s paradise, attracted crowds of citizens Saturday through Sunday. […]

Film Review: “Nolan, Oppenheimer, and their Respective Nuclear Bombs”

By Geoff Daniels When news broke in September of 2021 that Christopher Nolan had sold his screenplay about the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, movie fans rejoiced at the opportunity to see a true master of the craft tackle the incredible story of Oppenheimer’s life. Although Nolan had previously held a longstanding relationship with Warner […]

New Book Analyzes Marvel Comic Films

By Jayme Lozano Marvel superheroes like Iron Man and Captain America have gained popularity in recent years, thanks to their blockbuster films. But before they were big screen stars, they were just comic book capers. “Marvel Comics into Film” is a collection of essays and articles about bringing Marvel comics to the big screen. The essays […]