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Here y'are.

Thank you for this AMA, I've always wanted to do what you do; hopefully one day I will do it.

humanitarian

is that the normal meaning or the 'i eat people' meaning

narrows eyes at possible CA:TWS reference

I'm a practicing Australian Catholic, and I'm very frustrated as to the lack of open discussion in Catholic circles about the prevalence of child sexual abuse by clergy. There's a real mental avoidance I see in average Catholics that shuts down any kind of discussion or processing or even the need to stay informed and aware that these things are happening, which just perpetuates these crimes. Thankyou for your commitment to open reporting and I hope the voices of the victims, their loved ones, and those who want the truth, like yours, continue to be heard.

On behalf of /u/dorkward as they are at work and unable to make this

For Brett:

Firstly, I have been enjoying 'Agents of SHIELD', so thank you for your work.

Many fans have been very taken with Ward, particularly the Ward-Skye romantic relationship. This is in spite of Ward's proven disloyalty, manipulation, and connection to an international paramilitary Nazi organisation. Fan reaction calls to mind the '#FreeJahar' movement, which insisted Boston bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev was 'too beautiful to be a terrorist'. What, if anything, do you think this says about societal permissibility of dangerous and abusive acts by the physically attractive?

The romance between Skye and Ward was instigated while Ward was presenting his undercover persona. Since revealing the act, Ward has continually forced his affections on Skye, threatened her with rape (S01E22), and manipulated her emotions, all while maintaining that he loves her. Do you consider the relationship between Skye and Ward to be abusive?

If we accept Ward's account of his childhood as true, do you believe this explains his current behaviour? More importantly, do you think this excuses it?

For Chris:

Congratulations on your directorial debut. I have been keeping tabs on you since 'Veronica Mars' (I personally think the Piz/Veronica was the healthier relationship).

What makes your film different from other films about old friends reuniting, old flames being rekindled, and learning about life, love, and loss?

All good writing must have an intention. What was your intention when you made this film?

While you drew inspiration from your parent's lake house and high school friends, did your film draw any direct parallels to people you know? Do you think the author has any ethical responsibility when writing, such as when dealing with characters that are based on real people or events?

And finally, for both of you:

Would you rather have a thumb on the back of your neck, or fingernails on your nipples?

(Sorry - I'm aware this is a lot. If you would just answer the first question each I'd be happy.)