Marvel : Les agents du S.H.I.E.L.D.

Season 1 – 100% – For someone who feels right at home with comic books, explores the interconnectedness of the Marvel universe every day before going to sleep, and worships Joss Whedon as a guru, the pilot episode was a ticket to paradise. In the shoes of the newcomer Skye, I peeked behind the curtain of the Avengers and saw nothing less than an excellent blend of tension, adventure, great characters, unexpected guests, and the feeling that I am truly part of everything. Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. immediately became an underestimated event, which becomes even more unforgettable with the twists connected to Captain America: The Winter Soldier. Season 2 – 90% – The initial surprises and twists that unfolded within S.H.I.E.L.D. and the looming Hydra were difficult to overcome. The direction that Jed Whedon and Co. took at the beginning, with the introduction of special abilities, a new race, Skye's origins, and everything around it, was a brilliant idea. This way, the Agents can firmly settle into the world of TV shows and interconnect and alternate between both worlds. And yet I have a minor complaint regarding the new characters – Mack, Hunter, and Bobbi – who came on the scene quite aggressively. Until that point, the events on the bus felt tight-knit and almost familial, and it took me a while to get used to the broader scope (even though it was entirely understandable due to Coulson's new role). I am grateful for every viewer who enjoys the show because I see the potential for many seasons ahead, especially with strong performers like Kyle MacLachlan, whose Calvin steals the entire series. Season 3 – 90% – Earthshaking. Whether it's comic book-related, with events constantly changing the game, or character-related, with Quake/Daisy/Skye as a flawed but admirably strong leader, this season has a lot to offer. Jed Whedon and the Maurissa Tancharoen and family have written an impressive amount of material this year, giving us true adventures (with everything related to the unknown planet), spy drama (the episode Parting Shot), and an unexpectedly dark odyssey with an enemy that sheds light on Hydra's origins. And since development of supporting characters is not overlooked, it's decided – AoS is a staple reinforced by numerous unexpected renewals. I desperately hope this won't be the last time this year that ABC has been this generous. Season 4 – 90% – Diabolical books, intangible beings, Ghost Rider, androids, dream worlds, and in the end, so much entertainment that I can't keep up with my eyes. Agents is operating at such a murderous pace that I can barely catch my breath during each episode. I can't help but admire how carefully they lay the groundwork for each story arc long before it truly begins. Most of the participants are genuinely amazing actors, and Iain De Caestecker, who may have been underestimated, handles each layer of his character with such finesse that he deserves an Emmy nomination as much as any actor in a more praised series. The fact that critics, and inexplicably viewers as well, keep snubbing Agents in proportion to their quality only makes me hold them closer to my heart. Season 5 – 90% – A space journey enhanced by a persistent enemy race, time games, and a clearly modest budget that turned necessary evil in the form of endless corridors into a storytelling asset. Even in its fifth year, the show manages to excel in details (the perfect 100th episode, Enoch, Ruby, the sophisticated games with gravitonium) as well as in its entirety. The final episode, despite my relief that it's not the absolute finale, ranks among the gems of television history. Season 6 – 85% – A return that was unwelcome for some and miraculous for others. During the longer break between seasons, the show settled even deeper in the hearts of its viewers, and I was cautiously afraid of new adventures that inevitably hinted at the departure of some beloved characters. Luckily, there was no reason to worry. In terms of ratings, it may be the weakest season, but it is still packed with action, emotions coming from unexpected directions, and all the ingredients I have been longing to see. Perhaps the antagonistic side seems somewhat interchangeable this time, but the season finale works as a captivating enticement for the ultimate farewell. Season 7 – 100% – Even greater doses of meta humor than ever before, surprising and expected returns, desired reveals, and the wildest way of traveling that Zephyr has ever experienced. I hold the first season dear with everlasting nostalgia, but the last season is the only one that can truly compare to it. I understand that for some people, the mood changes and special episodes may have been too much, but I have no words for the noir, the time loop, 80s songs, and especially for the finale. I can't understand how this show managed to last for seven seasons, really. The audience already fled long ago after there were no more explicit connections to the movie universe. But for those who remained, the reward is the sweetest. (26/02/2015) (moins) (plus)