Religiosity in Pop Culture

One event has brought 130,000 people San Diego every year. The number have resulted in a convention center facility that has maxed out its space. The event has grown to include satellite locations, including local hotels and outdoor parks. This seemingly religious event, is Comic-Con. From its first convention of 100 people, Comic-con has become a mainstream event with thousands of devout fans making a pilgrimage to attend.  Comic-Con exemplifies the religiousity of pop culture. Movies like The Matrix have amassed a cult like following and inspired a wave of changing thought on reality. Religion and Pop Culture share many similarities. Pop events like this highlight the religiosity in american culture.