In July 1940, All-American Comics published the first issue of “Green Lanterns” following the adventures of Alan Scott. All-American Comics merged with other comic book companies to form Detective Comics (DC). “Green Lanterns” evolved with it, becoming the story of Air Force pilot Hal Jordan and other characters like marine sniper and architect John Stewart and physical education teacher Guy Gardner.
Arts & Entertainment
Graceland Woo: Phoebe Bridgers takes the stage
On Sept. 22, indie-pop artist Phoebe Bridgers performed at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, OH. This was her fourth stop on “The Lost Tour,” which started in Indianapolis, IN, on Sept. 15 and will continue until Oct. 31 in Los Angeles, CA.
CoW Art Museum is a rootin’ tootin good time
The College of Wooster Art Museum (CWAM) is currently showing work by artist Susan Stair ’76 in an exhibition titled “Radically Rooted.” Stair gave a talk about her work on Sept. 22, and the exhibition will be up until Dec. 4.
AI and the power of human filmmaking
The process of filmmaking has existed since the late 19th century, with the first motion picture being “The Horse in Motion” (1873). Over the film industry’s century-plus of existence, it has weathered many developments in technology including the introduction of sound, color and computer-generated imagery (CGI). Through all of these advancements, one factor has remained constant: the need for human beings in the creative process. However, the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) threatens not only the very principle of filmmaking, but also creates new challenges when it comes to film rights and licensing.
78th Emmy Awards sets trends for award season
On Monday, Sept. 14, the entertainment industry’s awards season kicked off with the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, California.
Lyric Theater proud to host Book-to-Film Club
On Monday, Sept. 15, the Lyric Theater presented a free screening of the 2005 adaptation of Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice” in partnership with the Wayne County Public Library (WCPL).
