Comic-Con without Hollywood highlights industry labor disputes and fans' passion

San Diego Comic-Con 2023 saw reduced participation from studios and actors due to ongoing strikes.
Absence of big movie and TV panels led to different atmosphere focused on origins as a comic book convention.
Strikes were a major topic of discussion at Comic-Con, raising concerns about entertainment industry's future.
Fans still enjoyed cosplay, comics, video games, and other parts of the convention without Hollywood presence.
Event highlighted fans' passion as well as ongoing labor disputes' impact on studios and talent.