Comic-Con is a sociological-related annual comic book
convention that originated in 1970. The city that hosts this event is San
Diego, California. Both the Interactionist and Functionalist Approach are
reflected through the symbolic and aesthetic nature of this event. Through
cosplay, attendees of the event are able to express and dress as their favorite
comic book characters, while simultaneously allowing the liminoid to take over.
As collective effervescence is experienced by all who attend this event, social
solidarity allows for the annual uniting of dedicated comic book fans at this extravagant
convention. Attached is a link to the Comic-Con website; I encourage you to
browse through and learn more about the event itself as well as its history. In addition to that link, I have provided a video of the Game of Thrones 2013 Comic-Con panel for you to gain a better understanding of how this event is structured and how the panel sessions are set up. Enjoy!
http://www.comic-con.org/aboutIn my cultural analysis term paper, I plan to incorporate previous sociological research and information specifically involving Comic-Con. I ordered a book titled, Comic-Con and the Business of Pop Culture that will ultimately provide me with in-depth information regarding the sociological phenomenon of Comic-Con. Below is a picture of this book in case any of you are interested in learning more or potentially attending Comic-Con.
I like the connection you have made about how Comic-Con relates to the concepts of the liminoid, collective effervescence, and social solidarity. I often hear about cosplay conventions and had never thought about it in a sociological perspective. It makes sense since people who share similar interests come together, appreciate what the convention has to offer, and it all creates a collective conscience. Great idea for your paper!
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This looks like a good book and a great choice of a source for your paper. -AJF
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