#TWD Caryl Dixon

[my-mt-heart]

Thank you to everyone who sent me such kind and supportive messages yesterday. It hurts that I can’t be the beacon of hope right now. It’s not because I can’t read the subtext or see what the intended endgame is. I can, but to me, the positives are significantly overshadowed by the ways AMC mistreats their target audience and if I don’t call it out, then their push and pull strategy stays the same while our chances of satisfaction get smaller and smaller.

From what I’m told, Melissa wants fans to look forward to watching, to take comfort or find some support in the show and characters like Carol and Daryl, who she loves as much as we do. She knows they’re an outlet for those of us who are struggling in real life.

S1 may not have been aimed at Carylers initially, but now that we’re the ones who can ensure the show’s longevity, bringing us comfort is the most logical thing AMC can do. Yet, they fall back on old patterns, going all out to make us think Daryl’s replacing his real family with French surrogates while only dropping subtle hints to the beats we really want. And without the payoff, those suggested beats mean nothing.

Maybe the spinoff won't lead to a dead end the way S11 did, but we need a show of good faith this time around, *especially* during S1’s promotion. Releasing old photos of Melissa and liking Caryl posts does not provide any reassurance, it just shows how low AMC thinks they can set the bar. We’ve been shouting at them for over a year that we want equality between Norman and Melissa—and Daryl and Carol—so why are they sticking with a title that positions the woman as less than? We’ve said no more shipbaiting, so how did that scene make it into the first 20 fucking minutes of the show? We’ve said Melissa should be announced, but they let another actor on a different show hijack her moment of joy. We’ve said we don’t want Melissa or her fans being subjected to online cruelty anymore, but all of the above makes it worse.

There are ways to address these issues without spoiling the “plot twist,” so I don’t know what the holdup is. Control? Contractual obligations? It’s gross and unethical regardless and I won’t pay a dime for any of it. Studios always treat viewers like numbers, but if AMC doesn’t start acknowledging the human needs of its viewers—sooner rather than later—then the numbers they like so much will just keep dwindling.

TWDU's SDCC 23 panel without actors

Star Trek's SDCC 23 panel without actors

[lab-gr0wn-lambs]

End of the world, might as well start serving cunt about it

[reedusmcbridedaily]

NORMAN REEDUS & MELISSA MCBRIDE 2024 Tribeca Film Festival Portraits

[emeryhiro]

Carol x Daryl: My favourite shots of Caryl in one frame - Seasons 8-9

They're so soft with each other 🥹❤️‍🩹

[Part 1]

[lilgoblinbitch]

daryl and carol fluff requested by @kwaydays

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*Y/N walks by. Daryl can't help but stare at her for longer than he should've.*

Carol: Daryl, you are just too obvious.

Daryl: Wha? *He is still watching her walk away.*

Carol: *snickers and nudges him* go talk to her!

*Daryl gives Carol his famous side-eye sneer.*

Daryl: Why would I do tha'?

She was his best friend, and she always saw right through him, no matter how much he denied it.

Carol: Come on, I'm not stupid. You know I know that you have feelings for her! Trust me, she likes you too. I know all the secrets!

Of course she did. Carol was omniscient. But Daryl had a habit of doubting himself.

Daryl: Don't matter.

Carol: *sighs and puts her hand on his shoulder* Stop doubting yourself, you're adorable and you deserve love, pookie.

*She smiles and ruffles his hair, and he blushes.*

Daryl: Alrigh'. I'll talk to her.

Carol: There we go. That's my pookie!

Daryl: *scoffs* Stop.

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first time writing incorrect quotes, lmk if i should write more ₊˚⊹♡

[mcbride]

We all got people we miss. You know my friends, but I don't know about yours. TWD DARYL DIXON 1.05 Deux Amours // TWD 11.24 Rest in Peace

[hypermania]

Should we make a matching collar for Dog?

[daryl-and-carol-oh-my]

The Walking Dead; Home

"Where you going?" - Merle Dixon "Back where I belong." -Daryl Dixon

Carylering On<33333333333333

[delulu-for-norman]

After 17hrs I finally finished it please please please send me reference photos to draw 😂💗😭

[my-mt-heart]

Why the Title Matters…

Not only to fans of the show, but to actors trying to excel their careers. It’s not just about recognition. There’s a big difference in how they’re treated by the showrunner, execs, directors, and other coworkers on set. Melissa could be 2 on the call sheet, top billed, and in every scene, but as long as her character isn't included in the title, the people she works with have the excuse to demean her or dismiss her opinions when they feel like it.

“But everyone loves Melissa. Everyone respects her. There’s nothing to worry about.”

Then explain why she was sidelined in S11…

Women and people of color are far more likely to get told “I don't see your name in the title, [so shut up]” no matter how good their idea is. I’m not an actor, but I’ve heard it come up on multiple occasions in my own experience. It undeniably happens. It’s undeniably shitty. And for Melissa, who’s earned MVP status over and over again for bringing Carol to life all these years? Going unheard for any reason at any time on her own show is unacceptable.

[lab-gr0wn-lambs]

That woman is a menace

[reedusmcbridedaily]

Daryl and Carol’s most iconic moments with Norman Reedus and Melissa McBride

Who knew hugs could be so dangerous… #TWDCaryl

[emeryhiro]

Carol x Daryl: Hands - Silent love language ♡

[Part 1][Part 3]

[mcbride]

MELISSA MCBRIDE returns as CAROL TWD: DARYL DIXON 1.06 Coming Home

[melsxpookie]

the way he's holding her, the smile on mel's face, the relaxed posture and body language - oh I am SO unwell 😫

[daryl-and-carol-oh-my]

The Walking Dead; This Sorrowful Life

"We need someone else." - Rick Grimes "I'll talk to him." - Daryl Dixon "I'll do it." - Rick Grimes "I'll go with you." - Daryl Dixon "No. Just me." - Rick Grimes

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