Con*Strict Day Three

[clevermanka]

Two really good panels (two of the lesser-populated panels, I think: the supernatural/horror in television media and the one discussing Whedon vs. Miller's approach to feminism and the changing attitudes toward women in Hollywood in general). I was surprised that there were only five of us in that second one. I guess not many people want to engage in such a fraught topic at something that borders on a relax-a-con.

I had a good time at this con and if the money (and time) are available, I'll probably go next year. Did I mention more than a couple due South people? None of them are in the fandom any longer, but it's nice to talk about the show with new people who have fannish perspectives on the show.

My shuttle driver to the airport was fantastic. If you're in an area serviced by the SuperShuttle people, I can at least say the Vegas representatives of the franchise are pretty great. And I sailed through security, which was...unusual. I even got pulled aside, not for additional screening, but into the TSA pre-check line since things were backing up at the x-ray machine. I just had to walk through a metal detector. NICE. Maybe they won't search my luggage!

I tell you one thing, though, I'm done with seeing this side of 4:00am for a while. Also, I'm going to lock myself in the house next weekend and not see anybody for at least 24 hours.

Comments

[write-out.livejournal.com]

It sounds like a completely different experience from 221b Con. I'm glad you had a good time with games (that game you mentioned sounds like so much fun!) and discussions.

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

I think mckitterick's gonna buy that game. It'd be fun even for people who aren't involved in slashy stuff.

[write-out.livejournal.com]

Awesome! That might be a good game for 221b Con.

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

Oooo, yes, it would! Maybe I could bring that and start up a game in the restaurant/lobby area. Frankly, it'd be q nice break from the constant sherlock-sherlock-sherlock there.

[redheadfae.livejournal.com]

I'm so glad this was a fun AND relaxing time for you.
I need to get in touch with you before you hit hibernation mode, if we can.

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

In person or online? I'm on and offline all day today. If in person, and you don't mind chatting while I'm sewing, you could come over Tuesday or Thursday evening. I got some interest in my Etsy shop from a comment on The Toast and I've got probably three to five potential sales if I can restock sufficiently.

[redheadfae.livejournal.com]

OK, no problem it can wait (the rolling out ball, and try on your apron).
Tomorrow we are picking up the Soul and Thursday I'll be at the gym after work.. but if you'll still be hangin out working around 7, I can be there by then.

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

Yeah, that sounds great! See you sometime Thursday after 7pm! Just text me before you head over so I know to listen for the door.

[siro-gravity.livejournal.com]

Oh gee, it sounds like 2 panels I would absolutely have signed up for!! but only 5 people in the second one? how sad!

really sounds like a great time, but I totally understand the need to hibernate!

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

It was probably for the best that panel was so small because I have FEELINGS about Whedon and am not shy about voicing them and this way I managed to put off as few people as possible. =D

[franzeska]

Hee. I'm not sure if it's that the topic was too heavy. For me, it's that I've never really liked Joss, and I haven't seen Mad Max, so I had nothing interesting to say on that topic.

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

Yeah, I have a Tumblr tag "my hate-on for joss whedon never diminishes" sooooooooooo......

We pretty quickly expanded into general representation of women in media, and the differences between representation of women in movies vs. television. Perhaps largely because I started out with "let me tell you why I hate Joss Whedon." Oops?

[1-rhiannon-1.livejournal.com]

I'm so glad you enjoyed the con!! :D

Ugh, that side of 4:00 am should never be seen!

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

It was fantastic, I'm already planning to go next year, and YES YES YES I agree with you on that time of day. HORRIBLE.

[kazoogrrl.livejournal.com]

Those panels sound awesome. Actually, also like regular discussions with my dance troop. One of us, Eugenia Hu, has been writing for The Mary Sue for a few months, and I think some of our troupe greekery has helped her writing process.

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

Oh, good for her! The Mary Sue is a fantastic site.