The CBS Late Show with David Letterman took a look last night at the New York Comic Con, offering the following bit:
Said Letterman, "We got some footage of the event. We then compiled this quiz. Some of my favorites:
(Heavy guy thumbing through comic books)
"Just an hour into the convention, this man has already gotten his hands on:
A) Superman #1
B) Green Lantern #3
C) Cheeseburger #6
(Character in giant head)
"The character on the right:
A) is from a Japanese cartoon
B) will soon be in his own movie
C) has been stumbling blindly through the city since the Thanksgiving Parade
(Girl in fluffy dress and orange wig):
"Looking at this scene, we’re reminded that:
A) all fantasy realms are welcome here
B) the convention is a great place to meet friends
C) it’s been a tough month for Britney Spears
(Alien with claws):
"You may remember this creature from:
A) "Lord of the Rings"
B) "Pan’s Labyrinth"
C) Your local Taco Bell"
Letterman’s competitor, Stephen Colbert, was a guest of the NYCC.
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