Suzanne78
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In a show that is part of an overall alternate universe where engineers can build arc reactors, anger can turn a normal man into a green rage monster, and talking raccoons and trees protect the galaxy, Agent May being able to kick a ton of ass and overtake bigger, stronger men than she doesn't bother me. Sure, it would be nice to have some consistency with the power sets and stuff, but May's been beaten up and conned hard throughout the season. So, like I say… that aspect of May doesn't bug me.
And yes, I fully will admit, full disclosure, the fact that May is played by a 50-year-old Asian-American actress is a huge part of that. NO ONE ever gives roles like that to 50-year-old women. So, sure, call me a bleeding heart. I think it's neat that Ming-Na gets to kick a ton of butt.
Now, I do think her character needs to be fleshed out way more, but by the end of the season they had her banging Ward and imitating (hilariously) Gemma, and getting closer with Skye, so they were on the right track with her. Finally.
I really, really hope we see more of her mother. Sounds like she comes from a long line of asskickers.
And yes, I fully will admit, full disclosure, the fact that May is played by a 50-year-old Asian-American actress is a huge part of that. NO ONE ever gives roles like that to 50-year-old women. So, sure, call me a bleeding heart. I think it's neat that Ming-Na gets to kick a ton of butt.
Now, I do think her character needs to be fleshed out way more, but by the end of the season they had her banging Ward and imitating (hilariously) Gemma, and getting closer with Skye, so they were on the right track with her. Finally.
I really, really hope we see more of her mother. Sounds like she comes from a long line of asskickers.