We didn't really think we would get in to this panel, but we were pleasantly surprised - and we were so fortunate that we did. Ballroom 20 was only about 85-90% filled, and all were treated to a spectacular series of trailers, teasers, talent, and surprises. First came a triptych teaser whic asked the question, "What does it mean to be a hero?" featuring all of the Netflix Marvel characters, to date: Daredevil, Jessica Jones, and Luke Cage. It was a great introduction to the new Luke Cage series. Then there was a tag featuring the Punisher which also brought down the house. Soon after the lights went up, Jon Bernthal appeared next to Jeph Loeb, looking very serious, and to the delight of the fans. He was 'encouraging' Jeph to show the teaser again. Jeph acquiesced. As my brothers says, and I agree, Marvel just knows how to do things right: first was the cast of Luke Cage which consists of seasoned character and lead actors like Frank Whaley, Simone Missick, Theo Rossi, Mahershala Ali, Alfred Woodard, and Mike Colter as Luke Cage. Show runner, Cheo Coker, shed some light on his approach to the show, even linking the show to what's been going on recently, saying that maybe it's time for there to be a bulletproof black man. he also remarked that the 13 episodes were all named after different Gang Starr song titles. Next was the series of scenes that showcased the dramatic elements and the strength of the cast. There were more questions about how the cast came to the project and their thoughts on the characters. After they wrapped, Joe Quesada appeared to confirm that Daredevil was confirmed for a 3rd seasons. Then, a surprise teaser showed some scenes from the upcoming Marvel/Netflix show iron Fist which brought even more enthusiasm to the room. And right when we thought it was all over, Marvel did it again: lights went down and the teaser trailer to the new show Defenders came on screen, driving the fans mad. My brother said it, and I agree: Marvel knows how to do things right. Luke Cage: Sept 30th, 2016 iron Fist: Coming Soon Defenders: 2017 Daredevil Season 3: TBA
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After a day of pure free-form convention going, we were able to join a few friends in Ballroom 20 in anticipation for the Marvel Luke Cage panel at around 5:30 pm. Based on our previous experiences, however, we showed up a little early and was able to enter Ballroom 20 for the Teen Wolf panel. Drew and I are not too familiar with the show, but found the panel to be full of good people and amazing fans. As an FYI, before they brought the cast out, they showed an exclusive clip from an upcoming MTV show called "Sweet Vicious". From the clip, the cast is introduced as being college students, having stereotypical college life, but then some clips showing sexual assault of one of the main characters. What follows were a series of shots introducing a masked vigilante attacking the rapist and the impact that the vigilante has on the campus and main characters. The trailer features a lot of action, and some serious moments bringing up the helplessness of victims attempting to report rape on campus. Together they also introduce the question of the value of vigilantism while reports continue to be ignored. This is a timely topic and I hope it doesn't let the reason for the vigilante be buried under oversimplified action and humor. I believe this show has a lot of promise and should generate real discussion on the very real topic of rape on campus. After that trailer, they showed a clip of Teen Wolf Season 6 which featured a group of riders on horses, known as Ghost Riders, coming through the town and making people disappear. It is up to the group from Beacon Hill to save the town. The crowd loved it and then the MC introduced the cast: Creator Jeff Davis, creator; Tyler Posey; Cody Christian; Holland Roden; Dylan Sprayberry and Khylin Rambo. Dylan O'Brien was not able to attend as he was still recuperating from his Maze Runner injury. Jeff Davis started the panel with a heartfelt thanks to the fans and gratitude that Season 6 will also feature their 100th episode. He followed this stating this would also be the best time to end the show and confirmed that Season 6 would indeed be the final season of the show. While each actor held their own on stage, Tyler was easily the most energetic and gregarious of the group. His entrance alone was a clue to what we should've expected: he was announced as being a big fan of the movie Flashdance. As he reached his seat, he poured a bottle of water over himself while doing a little dance, ala Flashdance. Throughout the panel, Tyler dominated every answer, sometimes cutting others off and speaking out of turn. Yet, the rest of the cast didn't seem to mind. In some ways, this was a fitting farewell to the fans. Even with the introduction of two other actors, Ian Bohen and JR Bourne, Tyler dominated the panel. Holland was wearing a t-shirt, "You Can Pee Next To Me", in support of transgender rights and restrooms. Holland expressed her support of trans equality and urged the fans to support as well. The rest of the panel focused on the show and what was going to happen in Season 6. What came through, however, was that this was a cast that enjoyed working together, grew together as a family, and genuinely loved the fans of the show. The fan questions at the end were of better than average quality, and also showed the reach of the show as several of the fans were from overseas, including Russia and South America. I may not be a fan of the show, but can see that there was a lot of quality moments that the fans would remember for a very long time. |
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