Joss Whedon Raises S.H.I.E.L.D

S.H.I.E.L.D.

              Avengers fans rejoice.  Joss Whedon, the man behind Avengers, Firefly, and Buffy is now attached to a show which follows the story of S.H.I.E.L.D. a secret spy and military organization in the Marvel Comics universe.  Featured in the majority of recent Marvel films and led by Nick Fury, S.H.I.E.L.D. could either be a great show from a master of stories (Don't believe me, please watch Avengers again, or marathon through Whedon's Firefly).
             
           The idea of a show about S.H.I.E.L.D. does raise a few questions.  In the past movies, it has just been the organization behind the scenes, supporting the action of superheroes.  It's difficult to imagine S.H.I.E.L.D. without its heroes.  Also, it's much loved character Agent Coulson died in Avengers.  A show without him would be a lesser show.

              I may have my doubts, but I am certainly still very interested in another Whedon production, especially one in the darker tales of the secret government organization.  Check out a cut opening scene in Avengers that reveals some of this darker side here.

Joss Whedon: The Next Avengers

Joss Whedon, the Next Avenger

           Disney knows to hold on to a good thing.  Joss Whedon, the man at the helm of the billion dollar giant The Avengers, is now officially in charge of the next Avengers movie, as well as possible Marvel television shows.  Whedon not only directs but also writes for his Avengers, and manages to bring humor and heart to the series, highlighting and celebrating each Marvel hero with respect and affection.  He is the much celebrated to creator of shows like Buffy and Firefly, and has stated that he is full of ideas for the Marvel future.
        I am just glad Disney is recognizing Joss Whedon's ability to tell stories.  There's been a lot of debate over who the biggest hero and leader of The Avengers was, but I'd argue it was and is Joss Whedon.  He gave The Avengers something to actually avenge after all! (Pause for a moment of silence for Agent Coulson)  I'm relieved he'll keep leading them through their next giant blockbuster.  There isn't a man better for the job.

Firefly Fandom

         

"I don't care, I'm still free, you can't take the sky from me."-Firefly Song Intro

        It was a random day on Netflix when I stumbled across Firefly.  Firefly is the kind of show that should have lasted ten seasons.  It should have gone through a creative slump somewhere in season three or four only to turn around and become genius once gain.  It got one season and a movie instead.  Created by the geek-approved Joss Whedon, Firefly follows Captain Mal, played by Castle's Nathan Fillion, in the aftermath of a war with a universe alliance.  Mal takes odd jobs in even stranger places and planets, taking his spaceship Serenity with him.  A runaway girl stows away on the ship, causing all kinds of chaos for Mal and the crew on Serenity.  When I set out to watch Firefly, I meant to watch one episode.  Instead, I was sucked into the space western, which draws from classic John Wayne and Star Trek equally, throwing in comedy for good measure. 

       At Comic Con this year, years after the show and movie came out, a panel for Firefly drew thousands.  There is a reason for all the loyalty.  It is a cult favorite deserving of all its loyal following.  The only comfort Firefly fans can have is that Firefly never got the chance to be bad.  Check it out on Instant Netflix, along with its movie Serenity. Be prepared to marathon it. For the die hard fans, get excited for a Sci Fi special on the Comic Con panel.