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so gary wants owen to go to a money lender but he wont himself
so gary wants owen to go to a money lender but he wont himself
Gary would have no collateral as security though would he?
Owen has the flat, the business and the house to put up as security against a loan
And we already know he will risk it all only to be ripped off
And we already know he will risk it all only to be ripped off
I do hope this isn't going to go down exactly as we're expecting it to.
I think your hopes might be dashed :(
Owen is the last person to do business with.
Owen is the last person to do business with.
Wasn't he supposed to be a bit of a cowboy builder when he first came into Corrie? I remember he tried to rip Stella off, and Jason ended up doing the work for her instead. Now Owen's made out to be whiter than white and naive into the bargain.
Wasn't he supposed to be a bit of a cowboy builder when he first came into Corrie? I remember he tried to rip Stella off, and Jason ended up doing the work for her instead. Now Owen's made out to be whiter than white and naive into the bargain.
Only goes to show what the love of a woman can do to a man :D
Wasn't he supposed to be a bit of a cowboy builder when he first came into Corrie? I remember he tried to rip Stella off, and Jason ended up doing the work for her instead. Now Owen's made out to be whiter than white and naive into the bargain.
Only goes to show what the love of a woman can do to a man :D
I'm loving the new sly Todd. Although I don't want to see another boring affair storyline (Todd and Marcus), I'm finding the way Todd's chasing after Marcus and slowly wearing him down very entertaining. The way Todd so overtly eyes Marcus up is hilarious :D
Wasn't he supposed to be a bit of a cowboy builder when he first came into Corrie? I remember he tried to rip Stella off, and Jason ended up doing the work for her instead. Now Owen's made out to be whiter than white and naive into the bargain.
He's a real shady character and can turn very nasty indeed. I haven't felt safe around him since the whole incident with Eileen. Scarey.
Wasn't he supposed to be a bit of a cowboy builder when he first came into Corrie? I remember he tried to rip Stella off, and Jason ended up doing the work for her instead. Now Owen's made out to be whiter than white and naive into the bargain.
He's a real shady character and can turn very nasty indeed. I haven't felt safe around him since the whole incident with Eileen. Scarey.
I hate new Todd!! He should have been left in London..
Poor Sean..:(
I hate new Todd!! He should have been left in London..
Poor Sean..:(
He's so egocentric and selfish. Bad news indeed.
I hate new Todd!! He should have been left in London..
Poor Sean..:(
He's so egocentric and selfish. Bad news indeed.
He's so egocentric and selfish. Bad news indeed.
Agreed...but, to me, entertaining to watch :D
i did enjoy hayley's rant to tracey and bob looked very fetching in his suit
flappinfanny
18-01-2014, 00:28
oh my word. the scenes with roy and hayley, what can you say? the scenes were not outstanding. outstanding doesn't even come close. i don't think i have seen anything like this on tv for a very long time. i was all churned up afterwards and couldn't settle down for the second part of silent witness. i dread to think how i will be come 9pm on monday.
I don't think I can face watching it again until afterwards. I managed until the wheelchair was brought in on Monday.
*-Rooney-*
18-01-2014, 12:00
even if he did smell like wet dog lol
I don't think I can face watching it again until afterwards. I managed until the wheelchair was brought in on Monday.
I'm in two minds whether to watch :(
I don't usually watch soap episodes where I know favourite characters are likely to die, eg Pat and Dennis in EE, because I find it too traumatic. I don't want to miss it either though, so I'm in a bit of a quandry :searchme:
Ruffed_lemur
19-01-2014, 00:02
I don't think I can face watching it again until afterwards. I managed until the wheelchair was brought in on Monday.
I didn't watch Friday's episodes and won't watch Monday's either. Maybe Wednesday or Friday I'll resume watching. Stuff like this always gets to me too much. It's extra bad with Hayley speeding things up too. Poor Roy!
Agreed...but, to me, entertaining to watch :D
Didn't say he wasn't entertaining, just commenting on his nature. these baddies are always entertaining to me.
tammyy2j
20-01-2014, 15:32
I really like seeing Hayley have scenes with other characters like in the salon but I wished her and Kylie talked about Becky maybe show Roy and/or Hayley having a telephone call with her as the actress who played Becky couldn't return
I'm in two minds whether to watch :(
I don't usually watch soap episodes where I know favourite characters are likely to die, eg Pat and Dennis in EE, because I find it too traumatic. I don't want to miss it either though, so I'm in a bit of a quandry :searchme:
I'll be giving it a mix. I've had it with the emotional manipulations.
I'm in two minds whether to watch :(
I don't usually watch soap episodes where I know favourite characters are likely to die, eg Pat and Dennis in EE, because I find it too traumatic. I don't want to miss it either though, so I'm in a bit of a quandry :searchme:
I'll be giving it a mix. I've had it with the emotional manipulations.
no need for carla to barge her way in, the nosy cow
poor roy my tears are for him
flappinfanny
20-01-2014, 23:11
julie and david were outstanding and owned the episode. i wanted to hit gloria and dennis. i didn't like the ending, it lost its impact. i did like the scene with anna sitting downstairs knowing what was going on. i felt it was spoilt when carla came in with anna into the bedroom.
imo it would have been better to have left carla saying she thought something wasn't right. i also think the end scene should have been roy and hayley on the bed alone, fading out into darkness, playing the credits on the black background, with no music and no continuity announcer.
i hope julie and david get every gong going.
flappinfanny
20-01-2014, 23:11
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Snagglepus
20-01-2014, 23:47
Seeing Dennis and Gloria together jogged my memory but nothing came to mind... have I missed the "gig" that they were organising at the Bistro?
flappinfanny
21-01-2014, 00:01
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flappinfanny
21-01-2014, 00:01
yeap the so called 60's band played in the bistro a few weeks ago and it was a roaring success. dennis is going to be a croos between val parnell and brian epstein.
i thought anna sitting alone in the caf was beautifully played by debbie rush.
tammyy2j
21-01-2014, 00:06
That was sad bye Hayley and thank you Julie and David such emotion from David even without words
Carla, Gloria and Dennis ruined a beautiful episode for me
tammyy2j
21-01-2014, 00:06
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That was sad bye Hayley and thank you Julie and David such emotion from David even without words
Carla, Gloria and Dennis ruined a beautiful episode for me
~Well, this is a discussion forum and we do air our opinons. Sorry my voiced opinon ruined it for you. It shouldn't, you should be able to have your own opinions and other differing ones should hardly "ruin" an episode for you.
[QUOTE=tammyy2j;801865]That was sad bye Hayley and thank you Julie and David such emotion from David even without words
I agree about Gloria especially. Was she totally unaware of how sick Haley was and that Roy was dealing with it also? OH, how I miss Sue Johnston's character in The Royle Family!
~Well, this is a discussion forum and we do air our opinons. Sorry my voiced opinon ruined it for you. It shouldn't, you should be able to have your own opinions and other differing ones should hardly "ruin" an episode for you.
She meant Gloria as in sue Johnston ruined it?
Anna sat alone downstairs in the cafe was the performance fir me
I think Hayley going to sleep for ever was well done and I think to see all other characters important to her showed their emotions in a caring way
~Well, this is a discussion forum and we do air our opinons. Sorry my voiced opinon ruined it for you. It shouldn't, you should be able to have your own opinions and other differing ones should hardly "ruin" an episode for you.
Sure Tammy meant Gloria the character, not you
~Well, this is a discussion forum and we do air our opinons. Sorry my voiced opinon ruined it for you. It shouldn't, you should be able to have your own opinions and other differing ones should hardly "ruin" an episode for you.
Sure Tammy meant Gloria the character, not you
Once I realized that I did try to remove the reply and put up a new one but seems, it didn't work.
Once I realized that I did try to remove the reply and put up a new one but seems, it didn't work.
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Once I realized that I did try to remove the reply and put up a new one but seems, it didn't work.
You can use the Edit Post option to correct/change your posts
Anna sat alone downstairs in the cafe was the performance fir me
Anna was really good...and I agree with others saying that there was no need for Carla to march upstairs. I like Carla, I can understand she's worried and that's how she is, but she could have waited downstairs with Anna..
Both Julie and David have always been so good, I've absolutely loved them as a couple, and Hailey will be missed. But I must agree, that David deserves some kind of notification for his great perfomance on this storyline. The suffering&fear of being alone in his eyes was so real..That got me more than anything else. I was expecting myself to be in tears last night, but I really wasn't..Yet it was still touching- especially just before they went upstairs.But I know I will cry in Hayley's funeral.
I think the writers idea was to make it look like at the same time when someone dies, the other people just continue on with their lifes and (also insignificant-like Gloria/Dennis)problems..that's how life is..I think it was a really touching moment too when Hailey was looking out of the window and saw all the life on the street..and also when she gave her last advice to Chesney in the cafe. And I did cry when she hugged Fizz so tight and didn't want to let go..So sad!
One thing I've always wondered is..why do people always visit them in the cafe, why can't they go to the back to their sitting room? Even with Fizz&Ty and kids-wouldn't it make more sense to visit Hailey there?
tammyy2j
21-01-2014, 14:43
~Well, this is a discussion forum and we do air our opinons. Sorry my voiced opinon ruined it for you. It shouldn't, you should be able to have your own opinions and other differing ones should hardly "ruin" an episode for you.
I was talking about Gloria on screen Stella's mum
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Of course that's what i used and still it remained. I removed the old copy and put in new in that case.
You can use the Edit Post option to correct/change your posts
Of course that's what i used and still it remained. I removed the old copy and put in new in that case.
Anna was really good...and I agree with others saying that there was no need for Carla to march upstairs. I like Carla, I can understand she's worried and that's how she is, but she could have waited downstairs with Anna..
Both Julie and David have always been so good, I've absolutely loved them as a couple, and Hailey will be missed. But I must agree, that David deserves some kind of notification for his great perfomance on this storyline. The suffering&fear of being alone in his eyes was so real..That got me more than anything else. I was expecting myself to be in tears last night, but I really wasn't..Yet it was still touching- especially just before they went upstairs.But I know I will cry in Hayley's funeral.
I think the writers idea was to make it look like at the same time when someone dies, the other people just continue on with their lifes and (also insignificant-like Gloria/Dennis)problems..that's how life is..I think it was a really touching moment too when Hailey was looking out of the window and saw all the life on the street..and also when she gave her last advice to Chesney in the cafe. And I did cry when she hugged Fizz so tight and didn't want to let go..So sad!
One thing I've always wondered is..why do people always visit them in the cafe, why can't they go to the back to their sitting room? Even with Fizz&Ty and kids-wouldn't it make more sense to visit Hailey there?
Carla has been like the anti-death squad with all this. But obviously the writers needed a catalyst for the entry into the flat.
Anna was really good...and I agree with others saying that there was no need for Carla to march upstairs. I like Carla, I can understand she's worried and that's how she is, but she could have waited downstairs with Anna..
Both Julie and David have always been so good, I've absolutely loved them as a couple, and Hailey will be missed. But I must agree, that David deserves some kind of notification for his great perfomance on this storyline. The suffering&fear of being alone in his eyes was so real..That got me more than anything else. I was expecting myself to be in tears last night, but I really wasn't..Yet it was still touching- especially just before they went upstairs.But I know I will cry in Hayley's funeral.
I think the writers idea was to make it look like at the same time when someone dies, the other people just continue on with their lifes and (also insignificant-like Gloria/Dennis)problems..that's how life is..I think it was a really touching moment too when Hailey was looking out of the window and saw all the life on the street..and also when she gave her last advice to Chesney in the cafe. And I did cry when she hugged Fizz so tight and didn't want to let go..So sad!
One thing I've always wondered is..why do people always visit them in the cafe, why can't they go to the back to their sitting room? Even with Fizz&Ty and kids-wouldn't it make more sense to visit Hailey there?
Carla has been like the anti-death squad with all this. But obviously the writers needed a catalyst for the entry into the flat.
~well, this is a discussion forum and we do air our opinons. Sorry my voiced opinon ruined it for you. It shouldn't, you should be able to have your own opinions and other differing ones should hardly "ruin" an episode for you.
she meant gloria as in sue johnston ruined it?
LOL :rotfl:
julie and david were outstanding and owned the episode. i wanted to hit gloria and dennis. i didn't like the ending, it lost its impact. i did like the scene with anna sitting downstairs knowing what was going on. i felt it was spoilt when carla came in with anna into the bedroom.
imo it would have been better to have left carla saying she thought something wasn't right. i also think the end scene should have been roy and hayley on the bed alone, fading out into darkness, playing the credits on the black background, with no music and no continuity announcer.
i hope julie and david get every gong going.
I'm quite angry at the writers for ruining the scene of Hayley's death by having screeching Carla barging in. It completely took me out of what had been a very moving scene up until then. Not happy at all :angry:
LOL :rotfl:
I do hope you don't choke there laughing, oh I really do. Euthanasia?:ninja::D
tammyy2j
21-01-2014, 18:50
Anna sitting on her own in the café while Hayley was killing herself was quite poignant no need for Carla to bust in and don't get me started on that mule Tyrone looking for the toy and Gloria and Dennis another two idiots
Dennis has gotten a personality transplant too since he is leaving
tammyy2j
21-01-2014, 18:50
Was Becky mentioned did I miss that?
Was Becky mentioned did I miss that?
Yes, Hayley spoke about Becky but only briefly
Was Becky mentioned did I miss that?
Yes, Hayley spoke about Becky but only briefly
flappinfanny
21-01-2014, 23:56
Carla has been like the anti-death squad with all this. But obviously the writers needed a catalyst for the entry into the flat.
they could have opened wednesday's episode with this.
Anna sitting on her own in the café while Hayley was killing herself was quite poignant no need for Carla to bust in and don't get me started on that mule Tyrone looking for the toy and Gloria and Dennis another two idiots
Dennis has gotten a personality transplant too since he is leaving
I think what we're really looking at here is a weak script. These actions were down to the writers wanting that dramatic discovery scene.
Anna sitting on her own in the café while Hayley was killing herself was quite poignant no need for Carla to bust in and don't get me started on that mule Tyrone looking for the toy and Gloria and Dennis another two idiots
Dennis has gotten a personality transplant too since he is leaving
I think what we're really looking at here is a weak script. These actions were down to the writers wanting that dramatic discovery scene.
Snagglepus
22-01-2014, 13:28
Tyrone, Carla, Dennis, Gloria et al were not to know that Haley was doing herself in. Why should they not have acted as they did?
Tyrone, Carla, Dennis, Gloria et al were not to know that Haley was doing herself in. Why should they not have acted as they did?
The writers needed them to do so in order to set up the dramatic break in scene. However, Carla certainly had her suspicions.
Tyrone, Carla, Dennis, Gloria et al were not to know that Haley was doing herself in. Why should they not have acted as they did?
The writers needed them to do so in order to set up the dramatic break in scene. However, Carla certainly had her suspicions.
Tyrone, Carla, Dennis, Gloria et al were not to know that Haley was doing herself in. Why should they not have acted as they did?
Tyrone especially wouldn't have been so pushy - it was totally out of character.
The writers needed them to do so in order to set up the dramatic break in scene.
It didn't work and completely spoilt the atmosphere of the episode.
Tyrone especially wouldn't have been so pushy - it was totally out of character.
It didn't work and completely spoilt the atmosphere of the episode.
Totally agree and as I said in a previous post it was an example of weak writing. You often see this in soap scripts. They want to achieve an end and resort to illogical manuvers of plot/characters because I suppose, they lack the level of writing to come up with clever solutions.
Tyrone especially wouldn't have been so pushy - it was totally out of character.
It didn't work and completely spoilt the atmosphere of the episode.
Totally agree and as I said in a previous post it was an example of weak writing. You often see this in soap scripts. They want to achieve an end and resort to illogical manuvers of plot/characters because I suppose, they lack the level of writing to come up with clever solutions.
tammyy2j
22-01-2014, 20:46
Poor Roy
flappinfanny
22-01-2014, 23:58
i found wednesday's episode more moving than monday's. david was beyond brilliant.
i found wednesday's episode more moving than monday's. david was beyond brilliant.
I actually for once liked Allison King. I thought she was super. Makes a pleasant change.
i found wednesday's episode more moving than monday's. david was beyond brilliant.
I actually for once liked Allison King. I thought she was super. Makes a pleasant change.
I actually for once liked Allison King. I thought she was super. Makes a pleasant change.
My perception also of Allison King. Moving moments there when she comforted Roy.
Snagglepus
24-01-2014, 23:31
How did the undertakers get Haley out of those awkward doors of the cafe. They would have had to stand her up.
How did the undertakers get Haley out of those awkward doors of the cafe. They would have had to stand her up.
Unless they took her in a body bag
How did the undertakers get Haley out of those awkward doors of the cafe. They would have had to stand her up.
Unless they took the body bag off the stretcher
How did the undertakers get Haley out of those awkward doors of the cafe. They would have had to stand her up.
Good thinking :D
Maybe there's a back door?
Ruffed_lemur
25-01-2014, 19:30
Unless they took her in a body bag
They usually take them in a spare coffin.
They usually take them in a spare coffin.
Saw the scene on the omnibus edition and she was in a body bag on a stretcher
They usually take them in a spare coffin.
Saw the scene on the omnibus edition and she was in a body bag on a stretcher
Ruffed_lemur
25-01-2014, 20:11
Saw the scene on the omnibus edition and she was in a body bag on a stretcher
Really? Probably different depending on where you live, or the undertakers. A relative of mine was taken in a coffin.
Really? Probably different depending on where you live, or the undertakers. A relative of mine was taken in a coffin.
I remember thinking why did they use a bag. I associate that with crime scenes but given the confines of the exit, it makes sense doesn't it?
Really? Probably different depending on where you live, or the undertakers. A relative of mine was taken in a coffin.
I remember thinking why did they use a bag. I associate that with crime scenes but given the confines of the exit, it makes sense doesn't it?
I remember thinking why did they use a bag. I associate that with crime scenes but given the confines of the exit, it makes sense doesn't it?
I think a bag is the norm. Why waste a good coffin for a short trip!! My grandmother was an undertaker, she had lots if insight stories to tell!!
She was in a body bag on a stretcher and coming down from the flat she was almost upright!!
I think a bag is the norm. Why waste a good coffin for a short trip!! My grandmother was an undertaker, she had lots if insight stories to tell!!
She was in a body bag on a stretcher and coming down from the flat she was almost upright!!
Bodies are usually removed on a stretcher and covered. A body bag is rarely used unless the body is in a bad way. Stretchers are a lot easier to manoeuvre down stairs and round awkward corners.
I think a bag is the norm. Why waste a good coffin for a short trip!! My grandmother was an undertaker, she had lots if insight stories to tell!!
She was in a body bag on a stretcher and coming down from the flat she was almost upright!!
Bodies are usually removed on a stretcher and covered. A body bag is rarely used unless the body is in a bad way. Stretchers are a lot easier to manoeuvre down stairs and round awkward corners.
Ruffed_lemur
26-01-2014, 16:41
I remember thinking why did they use a bag. I associate that with crime scenes but given the confines of the exit, it makes sense doesn't it?
I thought that but times have changed I guess. Anyone know if there was to be an investigation into Hayley's death? I've missed some episodes.
There will be an autopsy to establish the cause of death
Bodies are usually removed on a stretcher and covered. A body bag is rarely used unless the body is in a bad way. Stretchers are a lot easier to manoeuvre down stairs and round awkward corners.
That's what I thought; they're not the norm.
Bodies are usually removed on a stretcher and covered. A body bag is rarely used unless the body is in a bad way. Stretchers are a lot easier to manoeuvre down stairs and round awkward corners.
That's what I thought; they're not the norm.
There will be an autopsy to establish the cause of death
Didn't the GP sign the death certificate? She seemed in no doubt that Hayley died from the cancer. I'm not sure if an autopsy is needed in the case of a known terminal patient :hmm:
To be honest, I wondered if the doc guessed what Hayley had done and decided to let it go.
I thought that but times have changed I guess. Anyone know if there was to be an investigation into Hayley's death? I've missed some episodes.
I would expect they might as this was not a death from natural causes.
I thought that but times have changed I guess. Anyone know if there was to be an investigation into Hayley's death? I've missed some episodes.
I would expect they might as this was not a death from natural causes.
Didn't the GP sign the death certificate? She seemed in no doubt that Hayley died from the cancer. I'm not sure if an autopsy is needed in the case of a known terminal patient :hmm:
To be honest, I wondered if the doc guessed what Hayley had done and decided to let it go.
Her prognosis wasn't good but she was not at the point in her illness that she would suddenly expire at home. That was the whole point, she didn't want to get to that stage so pulled the plug early.
Didn't the GP sign the death certificate? She seemed in no doubt that Hayley died from the cancer. I'm not sure if an autopsy is needed in the case of a known terminal patient :hmm:
To be honest, I wondered if the doc guessed what Hayley had done and decided to let it go.
Her prognosis wasn't good but she was not at the point in her illness that she would suddenly expire at home. That was the whole point, she didn't want to get to that stage so pulled the plug early.
Her prognosis wasn't good but she was not at the point in her illness that she would suddenly expire at home. That was the whole point, she didn't want to get to that stage so pulled the plug early.
I know that, but the doc seemed to accept that Hayley had died from the cancer.
I know that, but the doc seemed to accept that Hayley had died from the cancer.
To tell you the truth, i don't recall all the details of the scene but common sense dictates that an autoposy will reveal the poison in her system and then you have a death not from natural causes.
I know that, but the doc seemed to accept that Hayley had died from the cancer.
To tell you the truth, i don't recall all the details of the scene but common sense dictates that an autoposy will reveal the poison in her system and then you have a death not from natural causes.
A post mortem is at the discretion of the coroner is it not? And given Hayley was terminally ill and had seen the nurse or GP within the last two weeks a pm wouldn't be automatic
That said the GP couldn't issue a death certificate!!! Only certify death which are two different things!!
A post mortem is at the discretion of the coroner is it not? And given Hayley was terminally ill and had seen the nurse or GP within the last two weeks a pm wouldn't be automatic
That said the GP couldn't issue a death certificate!!! Only certify death which are two different things!!
I'm pretty sure (from watching TV though, not from personal experience) that the morgue would have taken the body away if there was going to be an autopsy. The undertakers would then collect the body from the morgue after the autopsy.
I haven't read the spoilers though, so maybe you all know something I don't :D (please don't give it away if you do :)).
I'm pretty sure (from watching TV though, not from personal experience) that the morgue would have taken the body away if there was going to be an autopsy. The undertakers would then collect the body from the morgue after the autopsy.
I haven't read the spoilers though, so maybe you all know something I don't :D (please don't give it away if you do :)).
You are right but it's mortuary not morgue and post mortem not autopsy :-)
You are right but it's mortuary not morgue and post mortem not autopsy :-)
Oops...been watching too much US TV :D
You are right but it's mortuary not morgue and post mortem not autopsy :-)
A post mortem is an autopsy - to establish cause of death
You are right but it's mortuary not morgue and post mortem not autopsy :-)
A post mortem is an autopsy - to establish cause of death
A post mortem is at the discretion of the coroner is it not? And given Hayley was terminally ill and had seen the nurse or GP within the last two weeks a pm wouldn't be automatic
That said the GP couldn't issue a death certificate!!! Only certify death which are two different things!!
Certainly that she died suddenly at home and was not hospitalized in the very last stages of her illness would be a red flag.
Snagglepus
27-01-2014, 13:38
The Doctor said "I'm afraid Haley's condition left her too weak to carry on, her body simply shut down",
Anna asks, "So can you do a certificate"
Doctor "All done, you'll need to take this to the funeral directors" and gives Roy the death certificate.
So it is all done and dusted, no need for an enquiry.
The Doctor said "I'm afraid Haley's condition left her too weak to carry on, her body simply shut down",
Anna asks, "So can you do a certificate"
Doctor "All done, you'll need to take this to the funeral directors" and gives Roy the death certificate.
So it is all done and dusted, no need for an enquiry.
Why would we expect Corrie to be written with medical or legal accuracy?
The Doctor said "I'm afraid Haley's condition left her too weak to carry on, her body simply shut down",
Anna asks, "So can you do a certificate"
Doctor "All done, you'll need to take this to the funeral directors" and gives Roy the death certificate.
So it is all done and dusted, no need for an enquiry.
Why would we expect Corrie to be written with medical or legal accuracy?
Ruffed_lemur
27-01-2014, 16:44
The Doctor said "I'm afraid Haley's condition left her too weak to carry on, her body simply shut down",
Anna asks, "So can you do a certificate"
Doctor "All done, you'll need to take this to the funeral directors" and gives Roy the death certificate.
So it is all done and dusted, no need for an enquiry.
Shoddy work on the doctor's part! :thumbsdow
tammyy2j
27-01-2014, 23:42
Why move home with his mother if he don't want to be smothered with care, Nick I know you have a head injury but my god he is annoying
Why move home with his mother if he don't want to be smothered with care, Nick I know you have a head injury but my god he is annoying
More annoying is the jawless wonder, Gail. She would make anyone crazy. But how infuriating that with her usual lack of judgment, has decided that Leanne is to blame.
Fizz was also high on my annoyance monitor until the end of the episodes when finally she saw some sense after numerous people spoke with her; most notably Carla. Who by the way, has suddenly become a font of wisdom.
Why move home with his mother if he don't want to be smothered with care, Nick I know you have a head injury but my god he is annoying
More annoying is the jawless wonder, Gail. She would make anyone crazy. But how infuriating that with her usual lack of judgment, has decided that Leanne is to blame.
Fizz was also high on my annoyance monitor until the end of the episodes when finally she saw some sense after numerous people spoke with her; most notably Carla. Who by the way, has suddenly become a font of wisdom.
Why does Nick think he can just rock up and Gail will take him in?
It is David's house after all?
Why does Nick think he can just rock up and Gail will take him in?
It is David's house after all?
Considering David is responsible for his present condtion, he may consider he owes him.
Why does Nick think he can just rock up and Gail will take him in?
It is David's house after all?
Considering David is responsible for his present condtion, he may consider he owes him.
Considering David is responsible for his present condtion, he may consider he owes him.
Hmmmmm. And which room is Nick now in? David and Kylie's? Gail's? Or Max's?
Maybe David will stick Gail on the couch. Better yet, off the street. (my dream)
parkerman
28-01-2014, 09:50
Can I ask you a genuine question, Gloria? Why do you watch the soaps? You don't seem to like anything about any of them!
Can I ask you a genuine question, Gloria? Why do you watch the soaps? You don't seem to like anything about any of them!
And here's a genuine answer. I watch them for entertainment. But the fact remains I have a critical eye, which apparently rubs you the wrong way. Sorry about that, but I call them as I see them.
Soaps are never going to be comprised of the best acting, writing or direction. They are however, a slice of life and in the case of UK soaps, entertaining. I like them warts and all I guess you could say. Sort of like some people.
Can I ask you a genuine question, Gloria? Why do you watch the soaps? You don't seem to like anything about any of them!
And here's a genuine answer. I watch them for entertainment. But the fact remains I have a critical eye, which apparently rubs you the wrong way. Sorry about that, but I call them as I see them.
Soaps are never going to be comprised of the best acting, writing or direction. They are however, a slice of life and in the case of UK soaps, entertaining. I like them warts and all I guess you could say. Sort of like some people.
tammyy2j
28-01-2014, 15:57
I'd like to see Beth as a Rovers barmaid
I'd like to see Beth as a Rovers barmaid
Yes, I think she would be great
I'd like to see Beth as a Rovers barmaid
Yes, I think she would be great
I found last night's second episode even more moving than the one where Hayley died. Seeing the effect on those she left behind was very sad :( Even Carla and Fizz's conversation in the factory got me going, and I don't particularly like either of those characters. David Neilson was superb as always.
Maybe David will stick Gail on the couch. Better yet, off the street. (my dream)
is she not out in the shed?
parkerman
29-01-2014, 09:44
No.
Didn't they have to remove the shed because they did not have planning permission?
parkerman
29-01-2014, 10:13
The shed must still be there because David threatened to move Gail into it last week (as a joke).
I don't remember seeing the shed when Sally and Anna had their 'garden parties' ...:hmm:
I'd like to see Beth as a Rovers barmaid
Excellent idea and let's hope the writers picked up your mental send!
She'd be good as a focal point for a lot of things that could kick off in there. And knowing her, having access to all those people would just whet her appetite for gossip.
I'd like to see Beth as a Rovers barmaid
Excellent idea and let's hope the writers picked up your mental send!
She'd be good as a focal point for a lot of things that could kick off in there. And knowing her, having access to all those people would just whet her appetite for gossip.
*-Rooney-*
29-01-2014, 10:57
Hmmmmm. And which room is Nick now in? David and Kylie's? Gail's? Or Max's?
he was in maxs, as kylie commented that she was tired and hadn't realised max spoke so much in his sleep and he needed to get back in his own bed soon
I found last night's second episode even more moving than the one where Hayley died. Seeing the effect on those she left behind was very sad :( Even Carla and Fizz's conversation in the factory got me going, and I don't particularly like either of those characters. David Neilson was superb as always.
The aftermath is always so sad as the reality settles in. I found the scene in the episode when she died where Roy laid down on the bed by himself after everyone had gone as particularly sad. The start of the long road of mourning and loss.
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is she not out in the shed?
That wouldn't be far enough to suit me.:angry:
*-Rooney-*
29-01-2014, 11:01
Excellent idea and let's hope the writers picked up your mental send!
She'd be good as a focal point for a lot of things that could kick off in there. And knowing her, having access to all those people would just whet her appetite for gossip.
only matter of time before shes there. most people have tried bar work and no one ventures away from the street to get work, so its either the cabin with rita and Norris, the corner shop with deva nd sophie, she wouldn't fit into the bistro lol. or the café with roy and anna.
*-Rooney-*
29-01-2014, 11:01
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Snagglepus
29-01-2014, 12:05
What about the Kebab shop, isn't Chesney the manager, he can fix it for her.
The Wrath of Roy. Totally understandable or not?
The Wrath of Roy. Totally understandable or not?
Reactions to suicide are always extreme - as we both know to our cost :( - so I think it's understandable he's angry at the moment. I think he'll calm down sooner or later, though he may never fully understand.
Reactions to suicide are always extreme - as we both know to our cost :( - so I think it's understandable he's angry at the moment. I think he'll calm down sooner or later, though he may never fully understand.
That would be my feelilngs pretty much. And in his case, lest we forget, he was made against his will to be part of the suicide even though technically he didn't administer the poison. She wanted his support and presence in order to accomplish it. That would leave him with feelings of resentment for sure.
Reactions to suicide are always extreme - as we both know to our cost :( - so I think it's understandable he's angry at the moment. I think he'll calm down sooner or later, though he may never fully understand.
That would be my feelilngs pretty much. And in his case, lest we forget, he was made against his will to be part of the suicide even though technically he didn't administer the poison. She wanted his support and presence in order to accomplish it. That would leave him with feelings of resentment for sure.
Ruffed_lemur
30-01-2014, 23:30
The Wrath of Roy. Totally understandable or not?
I'd say totally understandable.
flappinfanny
31-01-2014, 23:36
a very good set of episodes tonight. stand out performances from david neilson and ali king. a nice touch having norris and mary dance in the back yard of the rovers. even michelle (clipboard) connor didn't annoy me tonight.
i must say though after friday's episode's, i may give corrie a rest for a bit. story wise nothing seems to tickle my fancy. i'm afraid stuart the hat has to go!!!!
flappinfanny
31-01-2014, 23:36
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Nielson was moving and convincing. Alison King continued to undergo her transformation into sainthood of late as a wise and caring Carla, unbeknownst to us before. Nice touches there too with the Norris character as he reaiized he snubbed Mary and made amends.
It will be interesting to see what direction Roy goes in once he returns.
Nielson was moving and convincing. Alison King continued to undergo her transformation into sainthood of late as a wise and caring Carla, unbeknownst to us before. Nice touches there too with the Norris character as he reaiized he snubbed Mary and made amends.
It will be interesting to see what direction Roy goes in once he returns.
I felt so sorry for Roy last night. Though I do sympathise with Hayley's decision to kill herself, Roy's been buffeted around helplessly by everyone else's decisions - before and after Hayley's death. The constant interference and barging into his flat was really uncomfortable viewing :angry:
To be honest, I was hoping he wouldn't go to the funeral just to spite the annoying Carla and Fizz. The only person to really sympathise with his lonely plight was Mary.
The funeral was moving though and Carla recited one of my favourite funeral poems - it always gets me going :(
I hope that Roy finds peace again.
~Come on Corrie writers, get something going for Roy. He needs some happiness.
~Come on Corrie writers, get something going for Roy. He needs some happiness.
I don't want him to start another relationship soon though, I don't think that would be realistic. Maybe with Mary eventually...
Wouldn't that be a memorable pairing! They've already shown similar interests and compatability.
Wouldn't that be a memorable pairing! They've already shown similar interests and compatability.
And she was the only person who really understood what he was going through last night.
And she was the only person who really understood what he was going through last night.
That's right. I sense a happy ending. Well, as happy as is possible in soapland!
And she was the only person who really understood what he was going through last night.
That's right. I sense a happy ending. Well, as happy as is possible in soapland!
LostVoodoo
02-02-2014, 11:11
Nah, Mary only has eyes for Norris!
Nah, Mary only has eyes for Norris!
Remember she was after Roy for a while (when they got into the habit of playing chess together) and Hayley had to warn her off (I think). So it is feasible she could fall for him again. I agree she's seemed keener on Norris again recently. Their little dance in the yard of the Rovers was sweet :)
I wonder if we'll find out where Roy ends up, or if we'll never know where he goes or what he does whilst on the run from Fizz and Carla :D
Remember she was after Roy for a while (when they got into the habit of playing chess together) and Hayley had to warn her off (I think). So it is feasible she could fall for him again. I agree she's seemed keener on Norris again recently. Their little dance in the yard of the Rovers was sweet :)
I wonder if we'll find out where Roy ends up, or if we'll never know where he goes or what he does whilst on the run from Fizz and Carla :D
It's absolutely possible she could go for Roy. She'd be the one to make the moves, that's for sure though. Though that dance with Norris was a real romantic breakthrough.
Remember she was after Roy for a while (when they got into the habit of playing chess together) and Hayley had to warn her off (I think). So it is feasible she could fall for him again. I agree she's seemed keener on Norris again recently. Their little dance in the yard of the Rovers was sweet :)
I wonder if we'll find out where Roy ends up, or if we'll never know where he goes or what he does whilst on the run from Fizz and Carla :D
It's absolutely possible she could go for Roy. She'd be the one to make the moves, that's for sure though. But that dance with Norris was a real romantic breakthrough.
It's absolutely possible she could go for Roy. She'd be the one to make the moves, that's for sure though. But that dance with Norris was a real romantic breakthrough.
It was lovely, to be sure, but I can't see Norris wanting to have a romantic relationship with Mary. She'd be over the moon if he does, though.
I don't want him to start another relationship soon though, I don't think that would be realistic. Maybe with Mary eventually...
roy needs his mammy back
roy needs his mammy back
Really? He needs that aggravation again?? She didn't exactly have a calming effect on him.:nono:
It was lovely, to be sure, but I can't see Norris wanting to have a romantic relationship with Mary. She'd be over the moon if he does, though.
Well, Norris seems always to be missing some levels of testosterone. To make the leap to even a kiss would be a major development.
It was lovely, to be sure, but I can't see Norris wanting to have a romantic relationship with Mary. She'd be over the moon if he does, though.
Well, Norris seems always to be missing some levels of testosterone. To make the leap to even a kiss would be a major development.
Really? He needs that aggravation again?? She didn't exactly have a calming effect on him.:nono:
If Sylvia said the right things she'd be the person who could help him the most - but would she say those things is the question...
tammyy2j
03-02-2014, 14:22
I only liked Roy at Hayley's funeral tbh, Dennis annoyed me big time inviting him and Rita for dinner and welcoming Roy to the pub like it was a party
Poor Steve, Michelle gets more annoying all the time he deserves better
tammyy2j
03-02-2014, 14:26
i hope they keep roy single, i think he has his true love match/soul mate in hayley and he would be the type of person to love and mourn her for the rest of his life
I agree with this
I agree with this
I do agree that would be the most likely outcome in real life, but I wouldn't want to see Roy miserable for the rest of his life. I hope he can eventually find happiness again, but not for at least a year or two (which is a long time in soapland).
If Sylvia said the right things she'd be the person who could help him the most - but would she say those things is the question...
She hardly ever did so would she start now? Poor Haley was always trying to smooth things over with her as I recall. Also, Stephanie Cole had left the show suddenly due to ill health which forced a rewrite of Haley's cancer storyline. The character had been due to play a key part in Hayley's exit storyline and the scripts have had to be quickly rewritten to account for Stephanie's exit.
If Sylvia said the right things she'd be the person who could help him the most - but would she say those things is the question...
She hardly ever did so would she start now? Poor Haley was always trying to smooth things over with her as I recall. Also, Stephanie Cole had left the show suddenly due to ill health which forced a rewrite of Haley's cancer storyline. The character had been due to play a key part in Hayley's exit storyline and the scripts have had to be quickly rewritten to account for Stephanie's exit.
She hardly ever did so would she start now? Poor Haley was always trying to smooth things over with her as I recall. Also, Stephanie Cole had left the show suddenly due to ill health which forced a rewrite of Haley's cancer storyline. The character had been due to play a key part in Hayley's exit storyline and the scripts have had to be quickly rewritten to account for Stephanie's exit.
Actually, Stephanie left suddenly because of the death of her brother, but was due to leave very soon anyway because her contract was up, which is why she didn't come back. It was her decision not to renew her contract. See the 23rd August comment on her Twitter feed:
https://twitter.com/Stephdivacole
So she was never going to play a role in Hayley's cancer storyline in the long term.
Actually, Stephanie left suddenly because of the death of her brother, but was due to leave very soon anyway because her contract was up, which is why she didn't come back. It was her decision not to renew her contract. See the 23rd August comment on her Twitter feed:
https://twitter.com/Stephdivacole
So she was never going to play a role in Hayley's cancer storyline in the long term.
Not according to this article:
http://www.whatsontv.co.uk/coronation-street/news/stephanies-sudden-corrie-departure-forces-rewrite
Actually, Stephanie left suddenly because of the death of her brother, but was due to leave very soon anyway because her contract was up, which is why she didn't come back. It was her decision not to renew her contract. See the 23rd August comment on her Twitter feed:
https://twitter.com/Stephdivacole
So she was never going to play a role in Hayley's cancer storyline in the long term.
Not according to this article:
http://www.whatsontv.co.uk/coronation-street/news/stephanies-sudden-corrie-departure-forces-rewrite
Not according to this article:
http://www.whatsontv.co.uk/coronation-street/news/stephanies-sudden-corrie-departure-forces-rewrite
Hmm...who do I choose to believe - Stephanie Cole herself or a TV magazine :hmm:
moonstorm
03-02-2014, 15:19
And I hardly think that Stephanie is likely to make up the death of a brother as an exucse for leaving early. The magazine is only using "an insider", they give no actual person.
Hmm...who do I choose to believe - Stephanie Cole herself or a TV magazine :hmm:
Another source:
http://coronationstreetupdates.blogspot.co.uk/2013/08/stephanie-cole-takes-corrie-break-due.html
And from WIKI:
n August 2013 it was announced that Cole had left Coronation Street, just episodes after her onscreen daughter-in-law had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer .[4]. It was initially speculated that her sudden departure was due to illness but Cole later confirmed on Twitter that she was not ill and that her already pending departure had been brought forward due to the death of her brother [5].
But whatever the reason, she left before they intended and had to do a rewrite.
Hmm...who do I choose to believe - Stephanie Cole herself or a TV magazine :hmm:
Another source:
http://coronationstreetupdates.blogspot.co.uk/2013/08/stephanie-cole-takes-corrie-break-due.html
And from WIKI:
n August 2013 it was announced that Cole had left Coronation Street, just episodes after her onscreen daughter-in-law had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer .[4]. It was initially speculated that her sudden departure was due to illness but Cole later confirmed on Twitter that she was not ill and that her already pending departure had been brought forward due to the death of her brother [5].
But whatever the reason, she left before they intended and had to do a rewrite.
And from WIKI:
In August 2013 it was announced that Cole had left Coronation Street, just episodes after her onscreen daughter-in-law had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer .[4]. It was initially speculated that her sudden departure was due to illness but Cole later confirmed on Twitter that she was not ill and that her already pending departure had been brought forward due to the death of her brother [5].
But whatever the reason, she left before they intended and had to do a rewrite.
Yes, Wiki has it right. It's such a shame Stephanie chose to leave, and even worse had to depart suddenly before she was due to leave. She was such an entertaining character, and the hurried departure didn't ring true at all :(
Here's hoping she'd like to return to Corrie one day.
Yes, Wiki has it right. It's such a shame Stephanie chose to leave, and even worse had to depart suddenly before she was due to leave. She was such an entertaining character, and the hurried departure didn't ring true at all :(
Here's hoping she'd like to return to Corrie one day.
Great character actress and loved her even more on Doc Martin.
Yes, Wiki has it right. It's such a shame Stephanie chose to leave, and even worse had to depart suddenly before she was due to leave. She was such an entertaining character, and the hurried departure didn't ring true at all :(
Here's hoping she'd like to return to Corrie one day.
Great character actress and loved her even more on Doc Martin.
tammyy2j
03-02-2014, 16:42
When did Steph and Sophie become best mates?
It started with a kiss!!!!
When did Steph and Sophie become best mates?
Since katie melted into the background and was no longer needed?
It started with a kiss!!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L3pf7o-9OOk
It started with a kiss!!!!
they kissed when?
they kissed when?
Sophie and Steph haven't kissed - I think Alan's pulling our legs :D Their friendship seems to have come out of nowhere.
I took great pleasure in seeing Tracey so wound up last night :D
Nice to see Norris and Mary get some decent screen time too. I can't understand why she disapproved of him telling tales to Tracey after the way the latter spoke to them :angry:
Steve McDonald - do you have a not-so-secret crush on Andrea? :nono:
tammyy2j
04-02-2014, 14:00
Was there any mention of Roy and Hayley last night, Carla was too happy for my liking after losing a close friend
Was there any mention of Roy and Hayley last night, Carla was too happy for my liking after losing a close friend
I can't remember any mention of them. Strange that no one said anything to Tina, although it could have happened off-screen.
You're right, Carla seems to have perked up considerably all of a sudden.
Snagglepus
04-02-2014, 15:21
Was there any mention of Roy and Hayley last night, Carla was too happy for my liking after losing a close friend
The cafe staff said it was strange working there without Roy and Hayley.
The cafe staff said it was strange working there without Roy and Hayley.
Thanks, I'd forgotten about that conversation.
Peter's smugness towards Tina was really distasteful last night. How's he gone from a character I really liked (despite his very obvious failings) to one who makes my skin crawl so quickly :thumbsdow
tammyy2j
04-02-2014, 16:39
Thanks, I'd forgotten about that conversation.
Peter's smugness towards Tina was really distasteful last night. How's he gone from a character I really liked (despite his very obvious failings) to one who makes my skin crawl so quickly :thumbsdow
I agree not liking Peter or Tina and they have no chemistry whatsoever
tammyy2j
04-02-2014, 16:39
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Was there any mention of Roy and Hayley last night, Carla was too happy for my liking after losing a close friend
too busy match making tonight and why did tina stay for the meal?
looks like carla wants tina now as her best mate since hayley is dead
Steve McDonald - do you have a not-so-secret crush on Andrea? :nono:[/QUOTE]
He might as well take out an ad, it's so obvious.
What's up with Carla lately? She's become nosier and nosier. I thought it would end with the Haley storline but they've turned her into Norris's mini-me.
tammyy2j
06-02-2014, 13:52
looks like carla wants tina now as her best mate since hayley is dead
Carla has forgot about Hayley very quickly
tammyy2j
06-02-2014, 13:52
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Carla has forgot about Hayley very quickly
She's been too busy nosing about everyone elses business. And Tina makes a juicy tidbit for that.
Carla has forgot about Hayley very quickly
She's been too busy nosing about everyone elses business. And Tina makes a juicy tidbit for that.
Carla has forgot about Hayley very quickly
Thats what I thought too...
Carla has forgot about Hayley very quickly
Thats what I thought too...
sophie is like a dog after a bone with maddie can she ever be friends with another female without turning them lesbian
sophie is like a dog after a bone with maddie can she ever be friends with another female without turning them lesbian
The writers just want to focus on her lesbianism as the most interesting thing about this character. It always feels a bit contrived to me concerning this aspect of her personality.
sophie is like a dog after a bone with maddie can she ever be friends with another female without turning them lesbian
The writers just want to focus on her lesbianism as the most interesting thing about this character. It always feels a bit contrived to me concerning this aspect of her personality.
I like the banter between Tim and Sophie. He's fitted well into the Webster family.
I'm confused now - does Steve fancy Andrea or not? I was convinced he did, but he sounded genuine when he explained why he was jealous :hmm:
Michelle gets more and more unlikeable. I know it's partly the writing, but those scenes could be acted less viciously if that's what Kym Marsh wanted.
I'm not very interested in Tracy's love life :thumbsdow
I like the banter between Tim and Sophie. He's fitted well into the Webster family.
I'm confused now - does Steve fancy Andrea or not? I was convinced he did, but he sounded genuine when he explained why he was jealous :hmm:
Michelle gets more and more unlikeable. I know it's partly the writing, but those scenes could be acted less viciously if that's what Kym Marsh wanted.
I'm not very interested in Tracy's love life :thumbsdow
The way Steve explained it I would say that he's jealous and worried about losing his close male bond friendship with Lloyd as something simiilar in the past happened with a male friend of his years ago.
Michelle's neediness and insecurites in connection with the Andrea situation have made her much less attractive. Desperation always is a turn off.
I like the banter between Tim and Sophie. He's fitted well into the Webster family.
I'm confused now - does Steve fancy Andrea or not? I was convinced he did, but he sounded genuine when he explained why he was jealous :hmm:
Michelle gets more and more unlikeable. I know it's partly the writing, but those scenes could be acted less viciously if that's what Kym Marsh wanted.
I'm not very interested in Tracy's love life :thumbsdow
The way Steve explained it I would say that he's jealous and worried about losing his close male bond friendship with Lloyd as something simiilar in the past happened with a male friend of his years ago.
Michelle's neediness and insecurites in connection with the Andrea situation have made her much less attractive. Desperation always is a turn off.
The way Steve explained it I would say that he's jealous and worried about losing his close male bond friendship with Lloyd as something simiilar in the past happened with a male friend of his years ago.
But was he genuine when he said that, or does he really fancy Andrea? When he spoke to her and she nearly came out and told him she was into him, he put her off and told her they were just good friends. However, I thought his expression when she left was ambiguous, so I wasn't sure afterwards what it is he really feels.
But was he genuine when he said that, or does he really fancy Andrea? When he spoke to her and she nearly came out and told him she was into him, he put her off and told her they were just good friends. However, I thought his expression when she left was ambiguous, so I wasn't sure afterwards what it is he really feels.
I'd say she's the one who's smitten and that his explanation was plausable. Given, he hardly ever is but in this case I think it's so. That's not to say that the writers might not use this seed to formulate something eventually.
But was he genuine when he said that, or does he really fancy Andrea? When he spoke to her and she nearly came out and told him she was into him, he put her off and told her they were just good friends. However, I thought his expression when she left was ambiguous, so I wasn't sure afterwards what it is he really feels.
I'd say she's the one who's smitten and that his explanation was plausable. Given, he hardly ever is but in this case I think it's so. That's not to say that the writers might not use this seed to formulate something eventually.
Snagglepus
10-02-2014, 00:27
Steve MacDonalds expression is "the lights are on but nobody is at home", his voice is worse than listening to Paul O'Grady. He is no longer a believable character.
Steve MacDonalds expression is "the lights are on but nobody is at home", his voice is worse than listening to Paul O'Grady. He is no longer a believable character.
His wide eyed deer caught in the headlights look seems to be his usual expression. But i never did take him as very believable, he's so cartoonish and such a buffoon. I do think that his character works though if you just consider he's there for comic relief and not much more. He has a purpose in tht sense.
Steve MacDonalds expression is "the lights are on but nobody is at home", his voice is worse than listening to Paul O'Grady. He is no longer a believable character.
His wide eyed deer caught in the headlights look seems to be his usual expression. But i never did take him as very believable, he's so cartoonish and such a buffoon. I do think that his character works though if you just consider he's there for comic relief and not much more. He has a purpose in that sense.
His wide eyed deer caught in the headlights look seems to be his usual expression. But i never did take him as very believable, he's so cartoonish and such a buffoon. I do think that his character works though if you just consider he's there for comic relief and not much more. He has a purpose in that sense.
Steve has been one of my favourites since he was first in Corrie. I wish the writers would give me something to get his teeth into, which I know he's perfectly capable of, instead of just silly stuff. He probably acts like that because he's told to.
Steve has been one of my favourites since he was first in Corrie. I wish the writers would give me something to get his teeth into, which I know he's perfectly capable of, instead of just silly stuff. He probably acts like that because he's told to.
I can't really tell as he's done no other acting then Corrie. And has never won any significant awards. I do like him in the role, however. He's suited to it but I don't know that he's suited to much else. There are no indicators otherwise and he's been on the show since 1989. It may well be a case of type casting. In his private life he was suspended from Corrie for a year in the 90s for drug and alcohol problems. And more recently last year he reported his car had been stolen only to realize he had forgotten where he parked it. Typecasting?
Steve has been one of my favourites since he was first in Corrie. I wish the writers would give me something to get his teeth into, which I know he's perfectly capable of, instead of just silly stuff. He probably acts like that because he's told to.
I can't really tell as he's done no other acting then Corrie. And has never won any significant awards. I do like him in the role, however. He's suited to it but I don't know that he's suited to much else. There are no indicators otherwise and he's been on the show since 1989. It may well be a case of type casting. In his private life he was suspended from Corrie for a year in the 90s for drug and alcohol problems. And more recently last year he reported his car had been stolen only to realize he had forgotten where he parked it. Typecasting?
I can't really tell as he's done no other acting then Corrie. And has never won any significant awards. I do like him in the role, however. He's suited to it but I don't know that he's suited to much else. There are no indicators otherwise and he's been on the show since 1989. It may well be a case of type casting. In his private life he was suspended from Corrie for a year in the 90s for drug and alcohol problems. And more recently last year he reported his car had been stolen only to realize he had forgotten where he parked it. Typecasting?
I read you've only been watching our soaps for 10 years. The McDonalds first came into Corrie when Steve was about 18 and was a bit of a villain. He's done some quite reprehensible things over the years and even went to jail, if I remember correctly.
I always enjoyed watching him and thought he was full of charisma, which is why I still have such a soft spot for him. I agree his character is a bit useless at the moment, and has been for some years, but I think he's still capable of a charismatic performance if that was to be asked of him again. I hope it will be.
I always remember young Steve as the naughty and young Andy as the goody twin?as youngster I mean?
And now I've used youngsters in a sentence I sound like my nan!!!??
And now I've used youngsters in a sentence I sound like my nan!!!??
:rotfl:
I read you've only been watching our soaps for 10 years. The McDonalds first came into Corrie when Steve was about 18 and was a bit of a villain. He's done some quite reprehensible things over the years and even went to jail, if I remember correctly.
I always enjoyed watching him and thought he was full of charisma, which is why I still have such a soft spot for him. I agree his character is a bit useless at the moment, and has been for some years, but I think he's still capable of a charismatic performance if that was to be asked of him again. I hope it will be.
He's charismatic for sure which I'm sure is why he's lasted so long. And perfectly suited to the character of Steve. I have no way of knowing what else he's capable of in terms of his acting abilit as he's literally only played one character all his life on Corrie. (not a good sign) I do enjoy watching him though, especially his interaction with Lloyd. They're a good double act. I'd classify him as a competent comedic actor and I could imagine him doing comedic roles in general. Will the Corrie writers ever give him a chance at more dramatic scenes? Questionable as they know he's a long standing successful commodity. I think if he had any dramatic aspriations by now he would have gotten something outside of the show to explore and stretch his acting muscles but that never happened.
I read you've only been watching our soaps for 10 years. The McDonalds first came into Corrie when Steve was about 18 and was a bit of a villain. He's done some quite reprehensible things over the years and even went to jail, if I remember correctly.
I always enjoyed watching him and thought he was full of charisma, which is why I still have such a soft spot for him. I agree his character is a bit useless at the moment, and has been for some years, but I think he's still capable of a charismatic performance if that was to be asked of him again. I hope it will be.
He's charismatic for sure which I'm sure is why he's lasted so long. And perfectly suited to the character of Steve. I have no way of knowing what else he's capable of in terms of his acting ability as he's literally only played one character all his life on Corrie. (not a good sign) I do enjoy watching him though, especially his interaction with Lloyd. They're a good double act. I'd classify him as a competent comedic actor and I could imagine him doing comedic roles in general. He's got good comedic timing; something that's hard to learn and usually is just a gift. Will the Corrie writers ever give him a chance at more dramatic scenes? Questionable as they know he's a long standing successful commodity as is. I think if he had any dramatic aspriations by now he would have gotten something outside of the show to explore and stretch his acting muscles but that never happened.
fiz did my head in tonight i wanted anna to hit her with the mop and as for the dennis/Gloria/rita/richie crap triangle so stupid and the state of dennis the mop looked better
why did jenna or anna turn off the water first?
fiz did my head in tonight i wanted anna to hit her with the mop and as for the dennis/Gloria/rita/richie crap triangle so stupid and the state of dennis the mop looked better
why did jenna or anna turn off the water first?
Fizz has been a pain in the behind since she got all righteous about the suicide and still they have her at it. She doesn't even seem like the same character. The writers have nominated her to be the voice crying in the wilderness and it doesn't even suit the nature of the character.
It was embaerassing to see penisoners Dennis and Richie looking like that. The wardrobe department must have been gagging dressing them. Robin Askwith makes me twitch and he's not even wearing makeup or prostetics. That's just him!
fiz did my head in tonight i wanted anna to hit her with the mop and as for the dennis/Gloria/rita/richie crap triangle so stupid and the state of dennis the mop looked better
why did jenna or anna turn off the water first?
Fizz has been a pain in the behind since she got all righteous about the suicide and still they have her at it. She doesn't even seem like the same character. The writers have nominated her to be the voice crying in the wilderness and it doesn't even suit the nature of the character.
It was embaerassing to see penisoners Dennis and Richie looking like that. The wardrobe department must have been gagging dressing them. Robin Askwith makes me twitch and he's not even wearing makeup or prostetics. That's just him!
fiz did my head in tonight i wanted anna to hit her with the mop and as for the dennis/Gloria/rita/richie crap triangle so stupid and the state of dennis the mop looked better
why did jenna or anna turn off the water first?
We'll Owen said don't turn the water off until I find the leak. But they could've turned it off at the start, and then back on for a few minutes for Owen?
After all Jenna managed to turn the electric off!!
Fiz should be reminded that Roy could be in the crap for helping Hayley or knowing what she was hoping to do?
Fiz should be reminded that Roy could be in the crap for helping Hayley or knowing what she was hoping to do?
Yes. She's too busy being in self righteous mode.
Fiz should be reminded that Roy could be in the crap for helping Hayley or knowing what she was hoping to do?
Yes. She's too busy being in self righteous mode.
Fiz was unbearable last night, even worse than Michelle :angry:
There's not many likeable characters in Corrie at the moment, something that I always used to say about Eastenders, and why I always preferred Corrie. The only characters I can think of off the top of my head that I truly like are Roy and Steve. Just about everyone else is all me, me, me :angry:
Tina and Peter are two characters that I used to enjoy, but they both get on my nerves now, and Peter positively makes my skin crawl. Rita and Dennis are both behaving badly towards each other. I've never liked Tracy or Rob anyway, so no change there.
I still choose to watch Corrie before EE (I always record them), but am wondering now if that's going to change.
End of rant :D
I've nearly destroyed my tv many a night by wanting to throw something at it.
I've always favored EE over Corrie because in general I like the dramatic and social issue treatments better along with the acting. Corrie for me is best when it utilizes it's comedic elements. For many people they need that comic relief. I don't particularly but do enjoy Corrie when it's in that mode.
I've nearly destroyed my tv many a night by wanting to throw something at it.
I've always favored EE over Corrie because in general I like the dramatic and social issue treatments better along with the acting. Corrie for me is best when it utilizes it's comedic elements. For many people they need that comic relief. I don't particularly but do enjoy Corrie when it's in that mode.
Corrie for me is best when it utilizes it's comedic elements. For many people they need that comic relief. I don't particularly but do enjoy Corrie when it's in that mode.
Yes, comedy has been sorely lacking recently.
Yes, comedy has been sorely lacking recently.
And that's Corrie's strong point. Without it, they seem to go off the rails.
Yes, comedy has been sorely lacking recently.
And that's Corrie's strong point. Without it, they seem to go off the rails.
And that's Corrie's strong point. Without it, they seem to go off the rails.
Character transplants don't help either, making previously likeable characters like Tina into people I don't enjoy watching any more.
Still, for all my moaning, Corrie is still my fave soap. I just hope it gets back to its best soon.
Character transplants don't help either, making previously likeable characters like Tina into people I don't enjoy watching any more.
Still, for all my moaning, Corrie is still my fave soap. I just hope it gets back to its best soon.
Both soaps suffer from the transplant issue. They treat us like idiots.:thumbsdow
Tina telling Rita she was staying for her - what a cow and a hypocrite :angry:
And why did both Fiz and Anna stay behind in the search for Roy? Was it really necessary that they both be there? Surely it would have been better if one of them had joined the search, or even both since they've got mobiles.
Gloria was rather pleased that Dennis had been kicked out :thumbsdow
dreadful tonight, dennis not seeing what a witch gloria is being rita should lamp her one and don't get started on tina tramp and peter horndog
the breaking bad jokes and references with emily were lame
only postive is that i like steph
Found it hard to watch Rita suffering and gloria gloating i hope Dennis does go off with Gloria as rita is too good for him!
I bet Tina's killer is Peter. He does not give a toss. She is happy to be the other woman for now. Shame on her.
Found it hard to watch Rita suffering and gloria gloating i hope Dennis does go off with Gloria as rita is too good for him!
I bet Tina's killer is Peter. He does not give a toss. She is happy to be the other woman for now. Shame on her.
Found it hard to watch Rita suffering and gloria gloating i hope Dennis does go off with Gloria as rita is too good for him!
I bet Tina's killer is Peter. He does not give a toss. She is happy to be the other woman for now. Shame on her.
I felt for Rita, talk about being Dennis' cash cow..
And Steph is growing on me too
I'm going for Peter killing Tina, Carla maybe still pregnant, Tina threatening to blow apart his comfy life.?
Well, I thought Emily's addiction to Breaking Bad was really funny. Her lies about her friend "Walter White" who'd broken his hip had me in stitches :rotfl: I haven't laughed at Corrie so much in ages!
Lol also at Tracey's line "David Dickinson's love child" about Tina.
I'm glad the Phelan storyline's taking an unexpected turn with his sexual harassment of Anna. I can see she's being put in an impossible situation as it could lead to them losing everything.
Is Jason's dad after the gym conversion job himself? What a snake!
Todd and Gloria are both evil manipulators. The difference is that I find Todd entertaining but Gloria just hateful. Poor Rita :(
Big thumbs up to last night's Corrie - great scripts and character driven storylines. I like all the pop culture references too as they make corrie seem less insular :clap:
I'm going for Peter killing Tina, Carla maybe still pregnant, Tina threatening to blow apart his comfy life.?
I'm hoping it's Traceyluv,and eventually she gets sent down, but I think Rob could be a strong contender , killing Tina to protect his lifestyle,
in case Tracey might think he's the father.
Ruffed_lemur
15-02-2014, 22:04
Poor Rita. Gloria is a wicked woman! I think Rita is a prettier woman too.
I wonder if Carla will accidentally kill Tina? It would make Carla and Peter both look bad then.
LostVoodoo
16-02-2014, 15:49
I'm glad the Phelan storyline's taking an unexpected turn with his sexual harassment of Anna. I can see she's being put in an impossible situation as it could lead to them losing everything.
Agreed. You really feel for Anna, he makes her so uncomfortable but when she tries to explain it she feels like she sounds silly. He knows exactly what he's doing and it makes your skin crawl.
LostVoodoo
16-02-2014, 15:49
I'm glad the Phelan storyline's taking an unexpected turn with his sexual harassment of Anna. I can see she's being put in an impossible situation as it could lead to them losing everything.
Agreed. You really feel for Anna, he makes her so uncomfortable but when she tries to explain it she feels like she sounds silly. He knows exactly what he's doing and it makes your skin crawl.
:Been off on a Valentine's weekend break so missed it all. But sorry I have a namesake who is acting so very badly.:nono: I do so miss Sue Johnston as the lovely Barbara Royle with a heart of gold.
Shows what a good actress she is though. She was really good in Brookside too
i hate tina and peter kill them both off
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