The Dark Side of Fandom: Joel Edgerton's Unlikely Love Affair with Comic Con Australian actor Joel Edgerton has been making waves at this year's Comic Con, and his comments about geeking out on geeks have sparked a conversation about the boundaries between creators and consumers in the entertainment industry.
Edgerton's willingness to engage with fandom on its own terms is a departure from the usual Hollywood star persona.
Unlike most celebrities, who tread carefully around fan enthusiasm, Edgerton genuinely respects the passion and dedication of fans.