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So Rhys’ only scene in the entire episode is to walk by and watch David and Dani kissing? Weird. I am curious if David really was out with clients or if he was doing something else. He was acting awfully like a guilty boyfriend the next morning. I doubt if the show would have David doing something off camera after all the buildup, but I did wonder. He is overcompensating right now so he either did something or is about to.
Why are all the teens on this show terrible brats?
I haven’t watched this show since they reunited Lari and Elias a few months ago. It’s no secret that I hated them as a couple and the reunion never made sense to me. Lari had moved on with his life and up until a few episodes before the reunion was supposedly in love with Kalle. And after the reunion they had scenes of Lari telling Elias he never stopped loving him. I guess we’ll just ignore the repeated times they could have gotten together over the past two plus years only for Lari to always say ‘no thanks’. The reunion just made no sense. And now that they have killed off Elias, it makes less sense.
Yes, I know the quickie reunion was to appease the fans of the couple before the actor playing Elias left. But the fact of the matter is, it was all handled so badly. As a rule, I think killing off characters, especially core players is lazy and stupid writing. Sometimes people leave town and move away. They don’t always need to die. And Elias had said he was leaving town so many times it would have been a fitting and believable end to him. That way they could have had Elias leave and come back some day with a new actor to tell new stories as he does still have family and friends in town. Killing him off seems so short sighted.
As for these scenes, of course Lari was about to propose right before Elias to make it all the more tragic. And we really to buy that Elias’ favorite movie was ‘As Good As It Gets’? I know it was done for story purposes, but that being a teenage boys’ favorite flick is hard to believe. And where is Kalle? It would be inappropriate for him to come sniffing around Lari at this point (though I would imagine they’ll eventually get back together), but I was wondering where he was in all this.
Thank God they finally cut that little boy’s hair. It’s still too long though. Or maybe I just hate the style.
Mental illness is a subject probably not depicted on television often enough, especially in a society when so many people struggle with issues. So I guess the show can be commended on shedding light on Oliver’s problems. The acting is very good and the emotional beats are well played but I guess for me, I just don’t find the storyline all that compelling.
I don’t know if it’s the writing or maybe it’s just not something I’m interested in watching. All I know is, I haven’t watched all season and unless this story wraps up and they move on to something else for Oliver, I’m not sure I’ll be back. It’s not a bad story, just not one that appeals to me.
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Anthony, have you heard about the show Skam about high schoolers in Norway? It’s absolutely amazing – they post clips, texts, social media updates on the show’s website in real time. Then they put all the clips together into an episode on Fridays. Season 3 (currently on air) is following Isak as he explores his sexuality and falls for the delectable Even. SO worth a watch! And the clever use of the website makes you obsessed with when you’ll find out more – the refresh button is getting a lot of use. Really recommend you check it out :)
Emmerdale: Truth be told, I don’t believe for a minute that the boys would buy that suicide story from Emma about James. Especially not Finn. Pete, maybe, but even he isn’t that stupid. As far as Rebecca goes, she is in many ways a cross of Robert and Chrissie, so of course she’s bound to backstab Robert eventually. That said, though, it was kind of slapdash the way it happened. Maybe it was the editing?
Hollyoaks: Like many fans, I too have gotten sick of Ste and his BS. That said, though, it seems he’ll always be seen as the victim no matter what – or even who writes for him. Setting Ryan up as a serial cheater recently helped prove that theory entirely, especially when he was such a not-quite-perfect-but oh-so-close gentleman in the beginning.
Holby City: The recent episodes with Dom shows that old habits have a shocking way of coming back at times, though I’m glad he and Isaac are back on. Isaac so far especially has proven to be some kind of positive influence, even when he himself has flaws.
I have stopped watching Empire. The show lost me early in season 2. I had stopped watching HTGAWM, but have been watching this new season. I just didn’t have time to discuss it in the column with so many other shows to keep track of.
I just wanted to say I’ve been reading this column for years and have always loved it even when I have a different opinion like for example I love robron but I’ve always agreed with you on ste I can’t stand him and how the show always acts like he’s a victim he’s the reason I stopped watching hollyoaks I also agree on how stupid the Sonny Paul story on days is I have to ask you don’t watch empire of how to get away with murder anymore
After all that Ronnie has seen just in the past week I don’t know why he would want to be with Lawrence. Ronnie is a good guy. He could never tolerate what goes on in that family. I can’t see it lasting. Yet, maybe Ronnie could be a positive influence on Lawrence. And I think it would be awesome to have an older gay couple on tv. Hell soon Emmerdale might have three.
Ronnie should run even if Lawrence acknowledges that he is gay. At least Lukas on Eyewitness can blame the closet for his bad behavior. Lawrence routinely acts despicably because he has the money to avoid consequences.
I’m bored with Robert and Aaron’s repetitive fights where their underlying incompatibility surfaces but then is quickly swept under the rug. Characters need to grow.
Finn seems like the smart one, but his interactions with guys are a bit unusual. His one night stand with Aaron is the most normal thing he’s done.