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Agatha All Along - CAT LADIES UNITED
Published: 22nd September 2024, by Andrew Radbourne.
My musings on the MCU Disney + series Agatha All Along
Greetings everyone,
After a brief hiatus, I return not with a loud bang, but with a subdued whimper as I review the latest series that has caused quite a stir. The creators of this series have left us wondering how things could possibly go wrong after an inaccurate jingle led to its inception.
It's been quite evident that the creators have been spinning the promotional wheel for this show, resulting in a somewhat cringe-inducing marketing campaign. This led many, including myself, to question whether this was the most audacious project that Harvo ever undertook. The quick answer? Not at the moment.
Despite the suggestion in a couple of instances that Agatha and Orri Plaza's characters engaged in intimate activities, the show has managed to avoid falling into the typical representation of a gay character, much to the dismay of the LGBTQ+ community. Instead, the character 'Tim' is presented as a young man who happens to be gay, rather than being defined solely by his sexuality. This was a refreshing change from the usual representation we see in the media, often obsessed with intersectionality.
However, there are occasional stereotypical affectations that seem rather out of place and forced. It's as if the director instructed the actor to portray the character as more flamboyant. So far, the overemphasis on intersectionality seems limited to middle-aged women behaving as middle-aged women do. While some may be eager to criticize this portrayal, it is important to remember that it was the actors and promotional campaigns that emphasized the characters' sexualities, making it entirely appropriate to comment on.
Despite claims of this show being groundbreaking, it's important to note that 'Queer as Folk' came out in 1999, and 'Will and Grace' in 2001. This representation is neither new nor challenging. The show attempts to be campy, but instead comes across as over-the-top and somewhat dull.
The character of Han, who is repeatedly declared as evil, lacks a sense of menace. Attempts at creating eerie moments fell flat, and it's unclear whether this was due to the acting, the direction, or both. The humour, if you can call it that, was mostly unsuccessful, except for one moment that made me chuckle.
The show begins with Agatha as a detective, a promising start that quickly descends into overacting. This is all a figment of Agatha's imagination, as Tim and Nory Plaza's characters attempt to break her free from the spell she's under. This plot point drags on too long and becomes tiresome, leading to Agatha's rather underwhelming emergence.
The narrative proceeds with Agatha gathering a coven to access the witch's road, after discovering she's a target of 'the seven'. This part of the plot is undermined by the witches singing a song in a moment that was intended to be tense. Agatha then manipulates the others into attacking her, allowing her to steal their powers.
The series follows the typical narrative of a person embarking on a journey and recruiting others to join them. The identity of 'Tim' is a mystery to anyone who hasn't been paying attention, but it's not something I'll spoil here. Much like Tim's words, the show felt rather empty. It was neither funny nor intriguing and unfortunately, I found it a bit lame.
The series was not offensive, save for Han's overacting. Once it's over, I suspect it will be quickly forgotten, like many other Disney Plus shows. I’d recommend watching the reviews instead of the show itself, as they may prove to be more entertaining.
I look forward to hearing your thoughts on the show. If you enjoyed it, what did you like about it? Any input is always interesting. Thanks for reading and remember to like and subscribe if you enjoyed this article. Until next time, peace out.
After a brief hiatus, I return not with a loud bang, but with a subdued whimper as I review the latest series that has caused quite a stir. The creators of this series have left us wondering how things could possibly go wrong after an inaccurate jingle led to its inception.
It's been quite evident that the creators have been spinning the promotional wheel for this show, resulting in a somewhat cringe-inducing marketing campaign. This led many, including myself, to question whether this was the most audacious project that Harvo ever undertook. The quick answer? Not at the moment.
Despite the suggestion in a couple of instances that Agatha and Orri Plaza's characters engaged in intimate activities, the show has managed to avoid falling into the typical representation of a gay character, much to the dismay of the LGBTQ+ community. Instead, the character 'Tim' is presented as a young man who happens to be gay, rather than being defined solely by his sexuality. This was a refreshing change from the usual representation we see in the media, often obsessed with intersectionality.
However, there are occasional stereotypical affectations that seem rather out of place and forced. It's as if the director instructed the actor to portray the character as more flamboyant. So far, the overemphasis on intersectionality seems limited to middle-aged women behaving as middle-aged women do. While some may be eager to criticize this portrayal, it is important to remember that it was the actors and promotional campaigns that emphasized the characters' sexualities, making it entirely appropriate to comment on.
Despite claims of this show being groundbreaking, it's important to note that 'Queer as Folk' came out in 1999, and 'Will and Grace' in 2001. This representation is neither new nor challenging. The show attempts to be campy, but instead comes across as over-the-top and somewhat dull.
The character of Han, who is repeatedly declared as evil, lacks a sense of menace. Attempts at creating eerie moments fell flat, and it's unclear whether this was due to the acting, the direction, or both. The humour, if you can call it that, was mostly unsuccessful, except for one moment that made me chuckle.
The show begins with Agatha as a detective, a promising start that quickly descends into overacting. This is all a figment of Agatha's imagination, as Tim and Nory Plaza's characters attempt to break her free from the spell she's under. This plot point drags on too long and becomes tiresome, leading to Agatha's rather underwhelming emergence.
The narrative proceeds with Agatha gathering a coven to access the witch's road, after discovering she's a target of 'the seven'. This part of the plot is undermined by the witches singing a song in a moment that was intended to be tense. Agatha then manipulates the others into attacking her, allowing her to steal their powers.
The series follows the typical narrative of a person embarking on a journey and recruiting others to join them. The identity of 'Tim' is a mystery to anyone who hasn't been paying attention, but it's not something I'll spoil here. Much like Tim's words, the show felt rather empty. It was neither funny nor intriguing and unfortunately, I found it a bit lame.
The series was not offensive, save for Han's overacting. Once it's over, I suspect it will be quickly forgotten, like many other Disney Plus shows. I’d recommend watching the reviews instead of the show itself, as they may prove to be more entertaining.
I look forward to hearing your thoughts on the show. If you enjoyed it, what did you like about it? Any input is always interesting. Thanks for reading and remember to like and subscribe if you enjoyed this article. Until next time, peace out.
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