There’s a constant kerfluffle in the otaku-rhombus, and everywhere in nerddom, actually, concerning criticism. Specifically, many nerds want it kept out of their entertainment — despite the fact they engage in it constantly. Academics have similar kerfluffles, honestly; many’s the time I’ve heard a professor complain about “jargon.” Inevitably only the schools of thought they [...]
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Nekocon 11: commercialization and citizen criticism
I’m not much of a con-goer; conventions are expensive, and, having committed myself to the path of the college-dweller, I shall surely be forever poor. But in my infinite kindness, I saw fit to ferry my brother (better known around here as Otouto-kun) and his friend to and from Nekocon, the convention of our eastern [...]
Posted by Pontifus on 13 November 2008
http://superfani.com/2008/11/13/nekocon-11-commercialization-and-citizen-criticism/
Madness in the Lens — a theory of criticism
At IKnight‘s request, and because I couldn’t think of anything other than a post about the new Lucky Star OVA (which wasn’t serving much of a purpose), I’m going to take a stab at illuminating my theory of criticism, here, in front of the fives of you who read my posts. We’ll, uh, we’ll see how [...]
Posted by cuchlann on 13 October 2008
http://superfani.com/2008/10/13/madness-in-the-lens-a-theory-of-criticism/
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