Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.: Season 1, episode 8 – Review

(Note: This is a review for last week’s episode, not yesterday’s.)

This episode was very, very good. It tied in seamlessly with Thor: The Dark World, providing a humorous look at what went on after the events of the film; i.e. the S.H.I.E.L.D. agents having to clean up the mess Thor made. This was something I had been really hoping we’d get a glimpse at after I saw the movie. due to the immense destruction that went on during the last big fight scene.

I really liked the idea that some weapons and artifacts from Asgard had escaped and fallen to Earth. It was a clever way to introduce the main conflict of the episode – the insanely dangerous weapon that brings out people’s worst memories. The effect of the girl sucking in its power was brilliant – props to the special effects team!

I liked the twist of the warrior actually being the professor, and it was great that they didn’t lock him up in the end, and even saved him (good job to Coulson for reaching his hand inside his chest – wow!).

It also had extremely good character development. Through the use of the plot, they shed some light on Ward’s past – and how he almost drowned his own brother, by accident, of course. Though I’m a bit confused, and maybe one of you could help me understand – did his brother actually drown, or did he just come close to it? Either way, it showed us why Grant’s always so focused on the now, and so seemingly 2-dimensional – he’s just blocking out repressed memories.

The big shocker of the episode was when May slept with Ward, especially after that very Skye/Ward heavy scene. Though, thinking back on it, it actually seems very in character – they both went through very traumatic experiences when they were younger, and bonded over it. It also leads into the May analysis of the next episode.

Anyway, it was a really wonderful episode overall, and I had no problems with it whatsoever. Stay tuned for the next review!

Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.: Season 1, episode 7 – Review

This episode was FANTASTIC. I literally adored it. Plus, it was the perfect tie-in to last week’s ep (where Simmons got infected with a deadly virus and jumped off a plane). I’m very happy they didn’t just throw that aside to move on to the next Adventure Of The Week, and actually had character development based on last week’s episode for Fitz. I did not find ANYTHING bad about this episode.

Just like last week, the scenes with Fitz and Simmons were absolutely adorable. They are so, so CUTE. Their friendship is one of the biggest highlights of the show for me; however, this episode didn’t focus on their relationship too much, in terms of development. It primarily discussed Fitz, and the fact that, while he needs to be cared for, that doesn’t make him weak. He can still protect others (aka Agent Ward).

Speaking of Ward, the scene in the tunnel was GREAT, as well as the scene when Fitz was dismantling the weapon. Ward being told that he had to take care of Fitz (considering Fitz isn’t used to going out into the field), but then learning that Fitz was told to take care of him was awesome. He really learned that it’s not his job to shield others from harm; rather, it’s THEIR job to help keep each other safe. It’s a give and take sort of situation. Plus, the two boys really grew closer and formed a stronger friendship, which I loved.

On the opposite end, the little “adventure” Simmons and Skye had was HILARIOUS. Simmons’ lying made me out of breath, I was laughing so hard, and her shooting the high-rank agent was the punchline to the joke. It was really, really funny.

I am so happy that Coulson, while being stern with Skye about hacking into the Hub’s database, still stormed up to Agent Hand and demanded to know why there was no extraction plan for Fitz and Ward. He is such a great character, and a wonderful leader of his team. This was especially shown when he decided to fly over and help Ward and Fitz out of there. Also: his little “heart-to-heart” with May was AWESOME. It’s so funny that she just stared at him while he basically had a conversation with himself.

Next week’s episode is a tie-in to Thor 2, meaning this is the weekend when I’ll finally see it. Coming up next: Supernatural review.