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Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. |OT| Tahiti is a Magical Place (to...Hey guys, I found it!)
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Loved that episode, they need to concentrate more on Marvel lore and characters like they did there as it makes for a much more interesting show and that was one of my favourite episodes yet. Nice little hints at the possibilities for Thor 3 as well.
Think I'm in love with the actress that played Lorelei.
Think I'm in love with the actress that played Lorelei.
TheVampire
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That's just the spell.
Because ABC sucks.
Napoleonthechimp
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Seeing non-warrior Asgardians display that kind of strength makes me want to see the Hulk tear shit up in Asgard. Lets see what they think of puny Humans after that.
Not really. Sif explicitly stated that stronger willed minds could resist the words alone but physical touch will overrule any resistance.
Ward - of course - lets her touch him.
Not really. Sif explicitly stated that stronger willed minds could resist the words alone but physical touch will overrule any resistance.
Ward - of course - lets her touch him.
Pai Pai Master
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I'm really glad they didn't shy away from the sorcery angle with Lorelei. That shouldn't be explained by advanced science or anything, similar to Loki's illusions.
You should watch the 2 seasons of Magic City on Starz. You'll really begin to love her.
BlackNMild2k1
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That was my main issue with the episode. The minute he saw her, why didn't he shoot. and since he was briefed on her powers and how they work, why did he let her get in close enough to touch him? They could have wrote it better, such as she used magic to deflect the shot from the
would have looked much better.
Since yesterdays episode (E15) aired on the 11th, and the Marvel Special airs on the 18th, then that means that E16 airs on March 25th, not April 1st.
Next season they don't have any movies to schedule around and tie into, so they should have a more uninterrupted run. And if it is as serialized and entertaining as these last 3 episodes, then I also hope they get another full 22/23 episode run too.
That fight scene in the interrogation room was my only other gripe with this episode. otherwise it was the best episode yet.
as far as May being a bad guy, I would probably avoid that Marvel Special Trailer as
it implies that she is possibly working for Fury. May says to the Son of Coul "it's not what you think Coulson" with guns drawn
600 years of rust will do that to you. I'm surprised she never had to clear her throat even once though.
One of the best episodes till now. Lorelei was great so I hope
Other than that, some nice battle scenes along with Kree and Ice Giant reference. And the May reveal at the end was nice too. I think I start to detest her a lot now...And I hope Coulson will get some answers kn the next episode.
BTW, is it me or are they hyping a Nick Fury episode? I mean they made it clear that Fury has all the answers. A Samuel Jackson appearance again would be really cool. Damn those breaks...
The Odin that sent Sif was indeed Loki. That would mean her return in Thor 3!
BTW, is it me or are they hyping a Nick Fury episode? I mean they made it clear that Fury has all the answers. A Samuel Jackson appearance again would be really cool. Damn those breaks...
Pai Pai Master
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They need to be going somewhere with it. I don't see the point in making Fury the main antagonist for Coulson unless he is going to get another major appearance on the show. No post-credits stinger BS.
600 years not getting laid. Damn. Double damn since she's a seductress where it's all about the sex.
Rafa=FedKilla
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That wig in Magic City is so off putting. The adventures of Simmons were pretty good this week. It's nice to know she stands for aomething greater than herself as a scientist.
BlackNMild2k1
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Sam Jackson has said numerous times he is down to be all over the show.
But then again, he isn't picky and just loves to work. He also really loves being Fury, so if they wanted him to do the show for an episode or two, I'm sure he would work it into his busy schedule.
Yep. Ward literally knocked the dust off that.
Better hope she doesn't pop up with a baby next season, although I image her eggs are petrified at this point. lol
Promo for next week's Assembling a Universe special
Is that
Is that
the Bus landing on a Helicarrier at 0:15?
Deathlok is looking rad too
Cornballer
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Markitron
Is currently staging a hunger strike outside Gearbox HQ while trying to hate them to death
Quick question: I haven't seen Thor 2 yet (watching the Blu ray at the weekend) are there any spoilers for it in this weeks episode? I cant imagine Lady Sif would be in it without mentioning the events of the film.
Pai Pai Master
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Nothing that would ruin your enjoyment of the film. But you should watch Thor 2 first.
BlackNMild2k1
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There are no real Spoilers for Thor 2 in AoS, but after you watch Thor 2, you might want to rewatch or recall some things from this episode of AoS.
or more specfically:
who sent Lady Sif and why
Markitron
Is currently staging a hunger strike outside Gearbox HQ while trying to hate them to death
Ok I'll hold off, Thanks!
Show "ticked up to a 2.0" according to Joe Adalian
https://twitter.com/tvmojoe/status/443766226506903553
https://twitter.com/tvmojoe/status/443766226506903553
Sif mentions that Lorelei escapes
during the Dark Elf raid on Asgard that took place in the film.
Father_Brain
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Possibly, but ABC/Marvel normally gives an air date with the episode synopses. They didn't with E16, which makes me a bit doubtful.
Jest Chillin
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Lady Sif, save ussssss.
iirc SHIELD typically does well in the L+3 (Live plus 3 days) ratings which holds more weight than it has previously. I mean live viewers are still more valuable but DVR numbers are taken into account as well.
Father_Brain
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March 25 episode is a rerun. Sorry, folks!
Booo!
WTF are you doing ABC???
I actually enjoyed this episode. Other then the stupid way Ward was taken over. He should have fired his gun as soon as he saw her, unloaded the entire clip, and then tried his best to keep his distance even if he had to run. It looks like her voice isn't affecting him. Points in his favor. However he just stupidly stands there. That scene would have been far more believable and acceptable had she used her speed to close the distance as he tried to back away after seeing that she needed to touch him to gain control over him.
Yeah, I used to watch the show the day after (CTV Go) but ended up watching it Tuesday evenings now because of my work schedule.
Watching it online is much better because, well, SD TV sucks. And I can rewind.
Wait, WTF? At this point, AoS will barely have enough time/episodes to tie into TWS before it premieres.
BlackNMild2k1
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They should have done an AoS recap episode for all those that dropped out early on to catch up without having to sit through it all. The first 10 episodes were hard to sit through a 2nd time, so I can only imagine what it's like for someone not as into Marvel as some of us.
So I'm guessing that the next new episode is the direct lead in to Winter Soldier.
NotTheGuyYouKill
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Well, I'd definitely let her touch me all day long.
What the hell.
Rafa=FedKilla
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Can I blame the scheduling on Jeph Loeb, please?
thecouncil
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The scheduling leads me to assume they want this show to die. Soon enough they'll be moving it to Fridays.
Mengy
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OKAY, so I haven't kept up with this show, only saw the first two and really liked them but then I stopped for lack of time reasons. Is it worth catching up? Has the show improved / stayed the same / gotten worse? Perusing around the thread it seems like most of you seem to like it.
It has definitely improved over the first half of the season.
It's starting to feel like one of two things:
1. Weird internal ABC politics where someone who doesn't like the show is screwing up the scheduling
2. They're being super weird about the timing because at some point Winter Soldier comes along and changes things radically for SHIELD, and they're tiptoeing around the movie.
It's starting to feel like one of two things:
1. Weird internal ABC politics where someone who doesn't like the show is screwing up the scheduling
2. They're being super weird about the timing because at some point Winter Soldier comes along and changes things radically for SHIELD, and they're tiptoeing around the movie.
Might?
Of course. Because ABC actually has smart scheduling for shows like Grey's and Scandal. This just means Loeb isn't as good at negotiating as Shonda.
Pai Pai Master
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If you actually liked the first two episodes you will fucking love the show now. It's gotten much better.
Episode 2 is probably the lowest point for me, thought it was awful lol
Orbis Tabula
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I'm really not too worried about ratings or how ABC is fucking up the schedule for this show. Marvel has a pretty good relationship with Netflix (who already took on 4 Marvel shows) and Netflix is known for reviving series. If AoS every gets cancelled from ABC, I wouldn't be surprised to see Netflix pick it up. And even if that doesn't happen, I could really see them covering everything they need to cover in one season. But I'd like to see it keep going. This last episode was really good, and I have an idea of where I think the show is going, so I'm excited about it.
fallengorn
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Just as the show gets notably better, the scheduling takes a dump. This show is cursed! Cuuuuuursed!
ABC was up week to week, with Marvels Agents of SHIELD (second-place 2.0/7 in 18-49, 5.8 million viewers overall) taking advantage of a repeat NCIS to rise 11% (and perhaps 17% in the nationals with an expected uptick to 2.1).
https://twitter.com/variety/status/443778896576536576
https://twitter.com/variety/status/443778896576536576
TacticalFox88
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So...any idea on who Ward wanted before May?
fallengorn
Bitches love smiley faces
Probably Skye... but it'd be interesting if it was someone totally else. It'd be a way to dig into his past. (Would be really interesting if it were someone who works for the "wrong" side.)
Lone_Prodigy
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One thing I liked was Coulson asking Sif about why she didn't kill Lorelei (her duty came before her feelings), which makes you think about Coulson's allegiance to SHIELD (the code, the secrets). Glad they revisited the whole "going rogue" bit at the end.
May is likely spying for Fury.
I thought Sitwell would have a bigger role in this episode.
May is likely spying for Fury.
I thought Sitwell would have a bigger role in this episode.
Jest Chillin
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The dialogue has him specifically say "someone on his team." Earlier episodes also harped on him previously being a lone agent in the field also, so they'd have to write in some kind of "well I was on a team once before even though I never said anything and X turned out to be a double agent" story for him to have a bad guy love interest.
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