Relevant issues and fandom happiness with a touch of tea.:)

Nov 05, 2011 12:09

In an effort to keep my LJ from interfering with me being happy and focused, I deleted some journal entries. And I discovered why I kept running around in circles about the thing with the show and others like it when usually I take a wait and see approach or leave at that.

Point 1 - I'm just going to say that TV land has really sketchy issues with race, gender and sexuality. And the way CBS is promoting a potential new development plus the disparity in casting issues with the apparent midlife crisis vs the random chosen for the hidden away incubator ( I use this word because really at this point and later on, she isn't even given a name) is insulting and shows complete disregard for one of the few black male characters that get decent screen time and up until now, wasn't about to become inflicted with several terrible stereo-types in the name of the ratings game. 
Point 2 - the entire situation as it is presented is extremely disrespectful to both female characters.
Point 3 - I won't support shows that flip the switch to more hetero-normative themes once they become established. It's the people who supported and enjoyed a more fluid portrayal of family, friendship and love that gave you the support in the first place. Forgetting that this is what you set you apart in the first place is not a good idea.

Now that I got the unpleasant stuff out of the way, I have to discuss shows that don't insult my intelligence:

Nikita 2x04 - first I have to gush about Katheryn Winnick who played Kelly. She opened her own dojo at the age of 16, is an accomplished actress and has a 3rd degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do. **swoons,** I love reading about people like this, it makes me more determined to get back to a point where I can start martial arts.:)
Now back to my flawless show. Really, there appears to be a threesome  of power forming behind Alex that is extremely fascinating to watch. I have a feeling that Percy, Amanda and Ari have some interest in Alex taking back her birthright. Obviously they all feel she is more pliable than Semak but Ari has some personal interest in this. And poor Alex, obviously wanting to be with Nikita again. ::hugs them both.::

Grimm 1x01 - I am hooked and all the characters are pretty interesting and unique. The Grimm's aunt is amazing and interesting and i will add his partner to my growing collection of POC that appear to not just be side-kicks and are awesome.:) I hope it continues to do well.

Revenge 1x02 - When y'all said this show ups it's game every ep you weren't kidding. Every character was fleshed out and given something of gravitas character and plot wise to make them an essential part of the show. All in one ep people. And Emily continues to be Jim Profit less the crazy and I am now team Nolan. Kudos show.:)

In RL news; I am continuing my love affair with David's Tea and will be making lattes all weekend as I study with their Winter Collection.
And I am typing this and having Cranberry Pear tea which is divine.:)

Merlin (my fun shows that has stopped pinging my issues and have just went with being awesome fantasy) and Person of Interest ( Batman meets cerebros maker) tonight.:)

tea, cbs watch your ass, relevant issues, rl, nikita, grimm, revenge

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