Articles by Bob Leeper
Bob Leeper co-owned Mesa’s art and collectibles shop Evermore Nevermore, a pop culture haven that was instrumental in reviving the once-sleepy downtown scene by attracting eclectic artisans and other creative forces while organizing events such as Steampunk Street and ENCREDICON.
Classic Comic Cover Corner – Action Comics #400
Every Sunday morning we showcase a classic comic cover, complete with compelling commentary, for your cordial contemplation. It’s the Classic Comic Cover Corner!
Action Comics #400 – May 1971
Cover art by Neal Adams and Dick Giordano
The …
Cult Classics presents ‘Kids vs. Evil’ double-feature
Like pirates? How about old-school monsters? Get in touch with your inner-80s-child this Saturday evening, May 18, 2013, as Cult Classics presents a double-feature film screening of genre favorites The Goonies and The Monster Squad. …
Star Trek Into Darkness boldly goes where franchise has gone before
Everything old is new again in Star Trek Into Darkness … well, not exactly everything.
2013 Phoenix Comicon: 10 legendary ‘must-see’ booths
It’s easy to get lost in the maze of magnificence at the Phoenix Comicon, but there are a few booths on the expansive exhibit floor that you don’t want to miss.
2013 Phoenix Comicon: Plan to party at panel parleys
The glitzy show floor of the comic convention, packed with artists, authors and pop culture eye candy of every assortment, is usually the first stop for most con attendees; but there is a wonderful world …
Classic Comic Cover Corner (Mother’s Day Edition) – Fantastic Four #141
Every Sunday morning we showcase a classic comic cover, complete with compelling commentary, for your cordial contemplation. It’s the Classic Comic Cover Corner!
Fantastic Four #141 – December 1973
Cover Art by John Romita
Do you remember how …
Review: The Great Gatsby – Not so great
The Great Gatsby shows enough of the story’s actual text on screen that I can say the book is much better than the movie – even never having read the novel.
Review: The Reluctant Fundamentalist – An examination of Middle East angst
The Reluctant Fundamentalist is the story of a Muslim man who experiences the two different sides of the Middle-East/American argument – and rejects them both.
2013 Phoenix Comicon: Featuring fanboy/girl fantasy fashion fare
It’s not a comic convention without colorful costumed characters cavorting throughout the con event halls and the 2013 Phoenix Comicon is going to have plenty of opportunities for eccentric costume enthusiasts to exhibit their exciting …
Classic Comic Cover Corner (Cinco de Mayo edition) – El Asombroso Hombre Arana #183
In honor of Cinco de Mayo, this Classic Comic Cover Corner features the Spanish version of Amazing Spider-Man #187 (or El Asombroso Hombre Arana #183.)
