Fandom Essays

3.1 Survey Research into the SU fandom will begin with an online survey. The survey will consist of ten questions and will be focused on where and why people watch, how they feel about certain aspects of the show, and how present they are in the online SU community [See 7.1.2]. Due to the show’s progressive nature, sexuality is asked to be defined but is not essential. The survey method has been chosen because the study is “interested in causes of phenomena” (De Vaus 2014, 5) which,

Since the first fandoms, many fanatics have joined together to create a unique and safe environment for themselves and their peers to escape to. Although to the outside world, fandoms seem chaotic and cultish, in reality, they create a community that encourages socializing, deeper thinking, mental health, and physical activity. Fandoms are groups made of people with the same passions or hobbies, that are brought together because of their shared passions of the media. Nowadays media fandoms focus on the

From fan-made movies to memes, the fandom that surrounds the television show Breaking Bad is one rich in creativity. Like other fan cultures, the Breaking Bad fandom has a way of ‘poaching’ the original text and reconstructing it in order to relay certain ideas and ideologies that may not have been intended. In this essay, I will analyze the fandom that surrounds the television show Breaking Bad, how I participate and interact in this particular replay culture, and how gender roles and norms are

Ever since the introduction of fandom communities within the online space, people now have the potential to interact even more frequently with other people with the same interest. For this case study, the virtual community I decided to focus on is the Game Of Thrones fandom community on Reddit. Specifically, I participated in various Game Of Thrones discussions by exploring the specific subreddits: /r/GameOfThrones, /r/HBOGameOfThrones, /r/ASOIAF, /r/FreeFolk, and other Game Of Thrones related

growth in mainstream recognition, a sizeable negative reaction against the Brony fandom exists. A number of media outlets openly criticize Bronies as social outcasts who are attracted to a “deviant lifestyle.” Several pundits say they feel confusion and disgust at the notion of young adult men enjoying something marketed toward young girls between the ages of four and ten. As Madeline Davies points out, the fandom does not receive a lot positive reports about their events from either the media or

Nothing to Cheer About Many people now consider cheer a sport but is that enough to change the minds of the Universal Cheer Assocation? Even though cheerleading has been around for quite a while many people still do not consider it a sport. The disorganization and sexism in the past kept it segregated from other sports making people believe it does not qualify for the title of a sport. In the recent years it has been up for debate to be part of the Olympics after 2020, so does that not mean it is

Jay Caspian Kang, the author of “Should Superstar Athletes Make More Money and Run Their Leagues?”, wrote a persuasive article on July 25, 2017, that superstar athletes should own a league. Therefore, Kang compared superstar athletes to world renowned leagues’ owners. As a guide to assist Kang in persuading the reader — athletes and fans — that are interested in investing leagues and superstar athletes salary income, the author applies imageries, em dashes, and logical appeals in the article. Henceforth

associate it with Fifty Shades of Grey or psychopathic fangirls fantasizing about boy band members and embarrassingly, there is some measure of truth in that, but that is not the whole picture. Some of the best stories I have ever read have come from fandoms, and I am a picky reader. No amount of quoted popularity was enough to win over me and my unusual taste for Lemony Snicket, and yet, here I found myself immensely drawn to the works of anonymous authors who wrote about pseudoscience, passion and the

for real! The main thing you have to do is to be considered a fan in the KPOP world is to recognize all the member of the group of the band that you like and to have a favorite member or bias. You know everything about you idol/s the name of your fandom, their favorite food, or the brand of gel they use in their hair. YOU KNOW IT ALL. You're ready to enter into a heated 30 minute debate anytime a hater talks about them. Whenever you hear their song playing or see an ad for the book/movie, a giant

entertainment, relaxation and comfort, the way the show deals with mature themes, minority representation, and inclusive fandom. Rice, in her study on Spongebob fandom, noted that a prominent reason behind the large adult fandom was due to character identification with the protagonist, Spongebob (2009, 1110*). Through the findings gathered on SU, this reason was the same within the adult SU fandom. However, instead of relating to the protagonist, Steven, 32.31% of survey respondents identified with Pearl. They

Adolescents and Young Adults”, Marjorie Cohee Manifold explains how cosplayers seek other’s advice, stating that “Whether they created exact copies or adaptations of an original artist’s work, fanartists and cosplayers turned to peers in real life or online fandom for advice about composition, shading, sewing, and special effects” (265). From this, a cosplayer learns and grows both as an artist and as a person. Cosplay, as well as the community, can transform a cosplayer. As a friend, Nallely Mosher, had said

Several people were able to present their viewpoints regarding the Coronado High School basketball event on the Ellen Show, but certain perspectives were missing. Jonathon Montanez and Mitchell Marcus, as well as both of their mothers, were directly interviewed by Ellen. They were able to express their thoughts on what they felt that day; they also shared similar stories such as other occasions when Jonathon showed kindness. A perspective that was less dominant in the show was the coach’s, who only

The relationship between professionals, amateurs and fans keep the entertainment and media industries updated. Starting with fans, they are truly the supporters in this industry. The fans are the one’s mostly buying our movies & games, following the professionals on social media accounts, giving the professionals and even amateurs inspiration. Fans even influence the work of professionals by their feedback to the products professionals create through the use of social media. The fans view the industry

Everyone likes to use his or her Imagination and creativity. Everyone who is either young or old enjoys the exercise of using his or her own mind and this is a kind of exercise which can be found in what is called "cosplaying". A perfect way for people to improve their imagination is by wearing the costumes of their favorite fictional character at Comic-con or SacAnime(Anime convention in Sacramento). People choose their favorite fictional character by two things an Anime show or a graphic novel

in their fandom is detrimental to their character. Some complaints used in this battle include the criticism of “social justice warrior” behavior, the thought that fans are disconnected with real life, and the belief that fandoms have nothing to give back to the individuals involved in it. However, fandoms are shown to provide support in the people 's lives who are involved with them. Disapproval for “social justice warrior” action is a common trait that people who are against fandoms share. A social

A dedicated and supportive fandom is the basis for a healthy and fulfilling musical career. In our society, a fandom can make or break the success of an artist. Two very popular fandoms in our industry today would be the Beyonce fandom A.K.A, The Beyhive, and the Justin Bieber fandom, or Beliebers. Beyonce has been around since the late 90’s and her fan base has only grown stronger with time. Though Justin Bieber came on the scene later in 2009 he has accumulated a very large group of dedicated fans

Furry Fandom (FF): a leash of self-image and social discrimination against minority groups. As society grows, opinions will differ as our society is integrated based on different perspectives, mindsets, and cultures which differs from one another (Anthony., 1997, P.2). However, sometimes people would extremize their exhibition of their repulsive behavior, or "social control" against minority groups (Lamm & Schaefer, 1998. P.185-186), which the Furry Fandom is an example. In Foreign

A media Fan is seen as a subject that is trivialized and dismissed and so this essay will investigate how a fan is a ‘complex and contradictory arena for critical enquiry’ A fan is depicted to be obsessed, lonely and false worshippers but fans can be more than that as they can be active producers that develop their own meanings from the media. This essay will discuss how fans are seen as destructive and deviant as well as how they can be useful textual poachers who construct their own culture from

Cult Fandom This picture shows Dylan and Eric walking through the cafeteria. By this time they had removed their trench coats which had been used to conceal their weapons and they are carrying their guns in their hands, looking for potential targets. As hard as it may be to believe Dylan and Eric have become cult figures, some people even idolize them. The boys have become unlikely heroes especially for teenagers who feel alienated and angry with the world. They are seen by their fans as heroic

Gbeminiyi Soname Professor Fountain ENGL 1301 September 20, 2105 Attack on Titan: “Is it worth its fandom?” Imagine a world where humans are forced to be kept behind a massive wall all because there are giant monsters (which resemble humans) ready to eat them alive for no particular reason. In the dark fantasy manga, Attack on Titan, Hajime Isayama uses his artistic skills to portray a world where the human race was almost put to extinction and was able to survive by building enormous walls to protect