I fled Southern California too soon! I could have been in on the six-movie, 17-hour Star Wars marathon at the Los Angeles Convention Center. And let me tell you, I totally would have gone. I wouldn't have dressed up, but I would have gone. I've been in on a few marathons over the years -- although none that extreme -- and there's nothing like watching something you love with others who feel the same way, whether it be just a couple of you or a couple thousand.

Asked about the folks who dressed up, the event spokesman said:

"You get the usual assortment of Storm Troopers running around. I imagine it's pretty uncomfortable to sit for 17 hours encased in plastic."