After multiple short teasers introducing us to new characters, we finally have our first in depth look at the plot of Toy Story 4 with the release of the film’s first full length trailer. What exactly do Pixar and Disney have in store for the Toy Story gang and their new friend, Forky? What other new toys can we expect to see from this new trailer? And just how heartbroken will we be by the end of it? Jessica unpacks this toy box of information in today’s Nerdist News!
After multiple short teasers introducing us to new characters, we finally have our first in depth look at the plot of Toy Story 4 with the release of the film’s first full length trailer. What exactly do Pixar and Disney have in store for the Toy Story gang and their new friend, Forky? What other new toys can we expect to see from this new trailer? And just how heartbroken will we be by the end of it? Jessica unpacks this toy box of information in today’s Nerdist News!
God damn, how do I describe King Kitsu? A true force within cosplay circles, this talented creative crushes armor builds from Voltron: Legendary Defender, experiments with extravagant body-paint projects, and produces larger-than-life ballroom gowns that would make Marie Antoinette drool. Their photoshoots are stunning and oh so cute, especially their group shoots with fellow cosplay enthusiasts. I have admired his work for sometime, and I was honored to be able to pick their brain a bit about how they feel about the community that they have carved out a significant fan base in. Please enjoy!
Black Nerd Problems: Please tell us a little bit about yourself! What makes you tick, what inspires you, what do you do for a living at the moment?
King Kitsu: Hello, my name is Kitsu. I have been cosplaying since 2012. I currently have a part time in retail, but I also do dress commissions and currently in pursuit of a dress making career. I’m mostly passionate in the challenges my cosplays bring me whether it be an intricate prop or detailing in a costume, and of course I’m passionate about the fun I have and bring while wearing my cosplays.
BNP: How has cosplay influenced your life?
KK: Since starting cosplay, it has not only given me confidence and patience, but it has also given me insight in my gender identity and moral values. I’ve learned limits and what I’m capable of along with self worth. I’ve learned about talents that I didn’t even think I could have and skills that I didn’t think I was capable of learning.
BNP: What are your specialties within crafting?
KK: Dress making, prop making, putting creative spins on cosplays, and working well under pressure and a short deadline…
BNP: What are some issues you wish to combat in the cosplay community?
KK: Racism, “blackfacing,” colorism, and “race versions of characters;” bullying, body-shaming, elitism, literally anything negative in the cosplay community. We all cosplay for our own reasons but also cosplay is supposed to be for fun, and we all need to be respectful and support each other.
BNP: Who is your favorite anime hero?
KK: Saitama from One Punch Man. He mostly minds his business unless it’s blown in his face and he’s broke but still likes to help people, and I’m about that life.
Follow along with Kitsu’s cosplay adventures on their Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook social media links below:
It’s been two weeks since Trinidad Carnival took the world by storm with non-stop fetes and celebrity revelers. Even though we have plenty of other soca filled moments to indulge in this year, tabanca has definitely set in, and we are counting the minutes until we’re on the road again. But party-filled streets aren’t all there […]
After months of searching for the right director to take over their hit Guardians of the Galaxy franchise, Disney and Marvel have finally finally found the perfect fit– James Gunn. That’s right, he’s back! But what does this mean for the future of his Suicide Squad reboot with DC? Jessica breaks down all that and more in today’s Nerdist News!