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I know Jason has left Coronation Street but I believe he is still in the UK ... so why, when normally residents that rarely clap eyes on each other seem to have their mobile phone numbers, why did Steph or Michael did not phone him to ask his opinion of the rent increase and since when is decorating your home a reason for eviction? I understand that you need to put things as they were when you leave, if the landlord insists but while you are still living there you can decorate to your own taste?
I know Jason has left Coronation Street but I believe he is still in the UK ... so why, when normally residents that rarely clap eyes on each other seem to have their mobile phone numbers, why did Steph or Michael did not phone him to ask his opinion of the rent increase and since when is decorating your home a reason for eviction? I understand that you need to put things as they were when you leave, if the landlord insists but while you are still living there you can decorate to your own taste?
Many private landlords don't allow people to decorate without permission including painting, drilling holes in walls etc. However, I'm pretty sure that wouldn't apply to Jason...
As to the rest of your post, you should know that people who leave Coronation Street cease to exist. :p
Many private landlords don't allow people to decorate without permission including painting, drilling holes in walls etc. However, I'm pretty sure that wouldn't apply to Jason...
As to the rest of your post, you should know that people who leave Coronation Street cease to exist. :p
I would not drill holes etc but wallpaper/painting walls to your design surely must be allowed without fear of eviction? I realise that if the landlord insists, you need to repaint to original colour and yeah, even moving down the road means no more contact ever with family or friends :wall:
I would not drill holes etc but wallpaper/painting walls to your design surely must be allowed without fear of eviction? I realise that if the landlord insists, you need to repaint to original colour and yeah, even moving down the road means no more contact ever with family or friends :wall:
Not all private tenants are entitled to decorate their homes without permission. To be honest, I'm not 100% sure how it works, but you've got me wondering so I've done some reading and found this advice to private landlords on a government site:
You will usually be responsible for outside decoration to the property and for decoration inside. However, you may agree with your tenant that they can undertake internal decoration work. For the avoidance of doubt, these arrangements should be made clear in the tenancy agreement.
http://www.nihe.gov.uk/index/advice/renting_privately/advice_landlords/repairs_landlords.htm
Also, I found the following comment underneath a blog post in reference to renting in England:
Dear Landlords - You many own the building, but please let us make the house our home. I can't even secure the furniture in my baby's room or put any decoration up. YAY! A lovely magnolia nursery for the baby and a lovely magnolia bedroom for my 3 year-old.
http://www.propertyinvestmentproject.co.uk/blog/tenants-that-leave-holes-in-the-wall/
I lived in quarters provided by the MoD and yes, at times was told to repaint a wall or two at pre.walkout inspection but as long as standards met on leaving, even if the colour did not match previous tennant´s choice, all was good, no fine :)
I doubt Jason or Eileen know what a tenancy agreement is. It would be just " Oh you want to rent my flat? Ok then . You can move in tomorrow""
I doubt Jason or Eileen know what a tenancy agreement is. It would be just " Oh you want to rent my flat? Ok then . You can move in tomorrow""
True, but it's possible Tony had a hand in it when he was living in Weatherfield and helping Jason run the business. He was the type to be on the ball about things like that. Or possibly even Owen initially set one up (I think Steph moved in with Tina when Owen owned the builder's yard and flat).
To be honest, I'm sure Phelan wouldn't have read any tenancy agreement even if one existed so he was talking out of his backside either way. :wall:
I sort of miss Jason, I liked the sibling relationship between him and Todd.
are we getting little hints that it was robert who plugged leanne not steve, he is still sparing with nick too
Rice Christie
13-07-2016, 18:49
It was deffo Steve who shagged Battersby.
Snagglepus
13-07-2016, 20:01
Wow, what are the chances of that happening. Ken walking into the Rovers just as Audrey puts her hand on Freddie's hand.
so bethany is going the gym as her bullies call her fat, at least kylie knows but she isn't around for long does the bullies end her
parkerman
13-07-2016, 22:42
Wow, what are the chances of that happening. Ken walking into the Rovers just as Audrey puts her hand on Freddie's hand.
Cliche no. 2 in that episode.
Cliche no.1 was Leanne's pregnancy test being found in the bin.
Good to see the scriptwriters are still coming up with original ideas.....
I dont read spoilers.. so why oh why for the love of wombles did ITV this morning feel the need to tell me HHHH is brown bread on Friday. WHY.....I should of stayed in bed and avoided this spoile, its not like I have a job to go to...oh wait i dont..give us a job some one. Im highly skilled at being lazy.
tammyy2j
14-07-2016, 13:32
I dont read spoilers.. so why oh why for the love of wombles did ITV this morning feel the need to tell me HHHH is brown bread on Friday. WHY.....I should of stayed in bed and avoided this spoile, its not like I have a job to go to...oh wait i dont..give us a job some one. Im highly skilled at being lazy.
I wish the show had Kylie's death a surprise
Excuse me .. Ken stayed in the pub to cover for Michelle and when Audrey and Freddie are there, he asks them to take over??? Really?? Trained bar staff are they suddenly??:searchme:
flappinfanny
15-07-2016, 00:04
I thought tonight's CS was extremely boring even for their standard. Do we really give a stuff about Dev and the dodgy £20 notes? Also this thing with Ken, Audrey and Derek Griffiths?
Cliche no. 2 in that episode.
Cliche no.1 was Leanne's pregnancy test being found in the bin.
Good to see the scriptwriters are still coming up with original ideas.....
why do people handle others used pregnancy sticks or even their boxes from bins or trash bags
Great twist ... Kylie killed Callum, his mate kills her ... I sure did not see that coming. RIP Kylie, I shall miss you :(
well that was an emotional rollercoaster sad rip kylie, craig blaming himself but he could have called 999
Great acting from all :bow: I guess Craig was in shock and scared therefore did not call for an ambulance or the police. Hope Clayton gets found and goes to jail and that Craig, Gemma and Chez get support as they are going to feel so very bad although this was not their fault :(
Agree Perdita , good performances from all, five star from David And Kylie, if that doesn't get an award nothing will.:cheer:
Hope Craig isn't made the patsy, Beth seems to be thinking " Craig isn't going to get involved with the I.D.of Clayton."
Dev nowhere to be seen of course, probably off pampering himself again.
tammyy2j
15-07-2016, 22:53
Paula and Jack killed it literally, some great acting, I had a tear or two for Kylie's death
Is the doctor's surgery where Gail worked and Zeedan's girlfriend a nurse still just around the corner but no one thought to go there instead get Roy why :searchme:
I hope Gemma tells it was Callum's mate
I thought Kylie was going to admit to killing Callum in front of Gail and Bethany when she was dying
I hope David gets to keep Max
flappinfanny
15-07-2016, 23:26
Imagine if we had not known about the killing it would have had so much more impact. It wasn't a soap first as had been stated by the Corrie team, but that aside Jack P shepherd was heartbreakingly good, Helen Worth was very good as was Paula Lane. Max was pretty awful but he usually is, but it can be hard to get a child actor to be so good.
Those bloody ads ruined the moment without a doubt and the momentum which was a shame.
Wouldn't it be great if Katherine Kelly made an appearance. We can only hope.
An unmissable CS? almost.
parkerman
15-07-2016, 23:48
It wasn't a soap first as had been stated by the Corrie team.
It wasn't even a Corrie first. In fact Gail even referred to Brian Tilsley's death (by stabbing) in the episode!
However, having said that, I agree with everything that everyone else has said on here. A brilliant episode with Jack and Paula absolutely outstanding.
I didn't know this was going to happen! I haven't followed the board or spoilers anywhere recently so it really took me by surprise... Very good acting from everyone... I was crying my eyes out for David and Kylie... ����
I didn't know this was going to happen! I haven't followed the board or spoilers anywhere recently so it really took me by surprise... Very good acting from everyone... I was crying my eyes out for David and Kylie... 😢😭
It was excellent. Brilliant acting from the actor who plays David, and such raw emotions. I feel so sorry for Max and Lily who are so young - poor Lily doesn't really understand and probably won't remember her mother. Very sad indeed.
why do i think what max saw with david will be used in a custody case in the future
gemma and craig did right in the end
when did maria and caz become good mates and maria so upset over kylie they werent that good mates i know work mates
sophie needs to go off somewhere for a long time, upset over kylie and maddie but still sniffing after kate
parkerman
18-07-2016, 22:50
Well blow me down, would you believe it? Max comes round the corner just as David is about to batter Clayton.
Is that the first time in the history of Corrie that there has ever been an amazing coincidence like this?
Well blow me down, would you believe it? Max comes round the corner just as David is about to batter Clayton.
Is that the first time in the history of Corrie that there has ever been an amazing coincidence like this?
it is :clap: a rare occurrence in corrie
flappinfanny
18-07-2016, 23:48
The only half decent part of the episode was David breaking down in the salon which was very moving.
Why can Coronation Street not do thugs without making them comic style morons? I am sure you have got some Manc hard nuts up north, just not in camp Weatherfield. :D
why did clayton come back to corrie he could have threatened gemma at her home place not work place where he just killed kylie and no security cameras in kebab shop or around it really?
tammyy2j
21-07-2016, 22:25
I did like Simon and Amy's scenes over Simon worrying Leanne was dying of cancer and also Bethany is turning into a good child character too, is she a child character :p
Jack is doing an amazing job as David
flappinfanny
22-07-2016, 00:02
I thought the Sarah and Bethany scenes were very moving.
Leanne, take the morning after pill, ffs :wall::wall::wall:
Snagglepus
22-07-2016, 21:02
It doesn't seem that long ago to me when that night happened, (I must have slept a few weeks), for her to be pushing a pram in a couple of months time.
When was it.
Snagglepus
22-07-2016, 21:02
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It doesn't seem that long ago to me when that night happened, (I must have slept a few weeks), for her to be pushing a pram in a couple of months time.
When was it.
I think it was no more than 2 weeks ago .. early July ... she is adamant Steve is the father so unless she had a relationship offsceeen which the viewers are not aware of yet, Steve finds himself in some dilemma ...
Well I confess when I first read the spoiler about Steve being the father, thought it was a mistake. This storyline seems to be blasting through very rapidly. The " Michelle finds out episode", sooner or later, be worth viewing.
Snagglepus
22-07-2016, 21:44
I can't understand Michelle wanting to have sex with Steve and she is married to him, it just baffles me completely to think why Leanne would.
Ruffed_lemur
22-07-2016, 21:44
I find it so hard to believe that Steve is the father. Hated his attitude tonight about Leanne getting an abortion too!
at this rate she will have baby next month and be best mates with miichelle
But we still watch it and thats what they bank on
flappinfanny
23-07-2016, 00:20
But we still watch it and thats what they bank on
Indeed, its a good job otherwise they would be in **** city.
Had to laugh at Leanne saying she wasn't a slapper. :rotfl:
Why is Caz still in Weatherfield? In real life, the Army would have whistled her back to Cyprus to stand in her Court Martial and she would be back at work seeing there is nothing wrong with her foot ... research into Army procedures does not seem to have been carried out very well
Leanne, take the morning after pill, ffs :wall::wall::wall:
Ok, there are only a few problems with that. Isn't it a bit late to take the morning after pill? I think she realized she was pregnant too late to take the pill. Also.. she literally didn't even think she could get pregnant, so it makes sense that she didn't use protection. Sure, she could have an abortion, but she clearly really wants this baby.
Snagglepus
23-07-2016, 14:18
It will be interesting to see how it pans out if Leanne doesn't tell others that Steve is the dad.
Nick will be thinking it is Robert, Robert will be thinking it is Nick, so neither will be giving her any support and they will each be wondering why the other isn't.
Zeedan won't have any respect for her for having loose knicker elastic.
Snagglepus
23-07-2016, 14:18
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tammyy2j
24-07-2016, 00:02
Does anyone on the Street care a young mother of two was stabbed there, show some sympathy and respectfulness to David and the Platts, Sally is supposedly close with Gail :thumbsdow
I am sorry but this Steve and Leanne one night stand how did that happen :searchme: and I don't mean the actual deed :p
Jane deserves better than this, she is a great actress one of the best on the show and I like the idea of her finally having her own child.
She bounded with Robert over Simon's anger issues so pairing them together with his baby would have been next step in their relationship much better i think than Steve as the father
I am bored with this storyline already and it has only just started. I fail to see why they would make a couple that hardly speak to each other over the years have a one night stand just because one of them has some domestic issues, fgs, Michelle´s seat in the taxi would have still been warm when Steve and Leanne fell into each other´s arms. :wall: And again, Leanne and Michelle have never been close but now are best buddies? :wall: Corrie has always been my favourite soap over more years I care to remember, don´t like the idea that I will lose interest the same as I have done with EastEnders after the ridiculous Lucy murder storyline :( , hopefully enough other stuff going on like Phelan and Billy and Todd that will make me stay a fan :thumbsup:
parkerman
24-07-2016, 09:08
I am bored with this storyline already and it has only just started. I fail to see why they would make a couple that hardly speak to each other over the years have a one night stand just because one of them has some domestic issues, fgs, Michelle´s seat in the taxi would have still been warm when Steve and Leanne fell into each other´s arms. :wall: And again, Leanne and Michelle have never been close but now are best buddies? :wall: Corrie has always been my favourite soap over more years I care to remember, don´t like the idea that I will lose interest the same as I have done with EastEnders after the ridiculous Lucy murder storyline :( , hopefully enough other stuff going on like Phelan and Billy and Todd that will make me stay a fan :thumbsup:
100% agree, Perdy.
Ruffed_lemur
24-07-2016, 13:31
But we still watch it and thats what they bank on
True, but with stories like that it won't bother me if there is a clash, and I miss the odd Corrie.
steve needed a quiet drink after michelle break up so instead of his own pub or bistro he went to leanne not a mate like dev or tim who home brews #confused #makingzerosense
freddie isn't cut up over kylie's death and he lost his wife too
Wow ... Steve to his Mum: I have only gone and got Leanne pregnant ... :eek: One way to find out you will be grandma again :D
Luke and Maria not getting on so well at the moment ... cue Maria sleeping with Aiden :wall:
michelle and steph thinking robert is the father :p
RogerOver
26-07-2016, 07:06
Steve, talking to his mum about if Michelle found out about his baby with Leanne: "She'd be out that door quicker than a duck can trot."
Just how fast can a duck "trot"? I thought they waddled.
I also noticed Steve using the phrase "Tickety-boo", which I haven't heard for years. Is it making a comeback, or just a script-writers bit of fun insertng it in the dialogue?
RogerOver
26-07-2016, 07:06
Steve, talking to his mum about if Michelle found out about his baby with Leanne: "She'd be out that door quicker than a duck can trot."
Just how fast can a duck "trot"? Surely that's horses. I thought ducks waddled.
I also noticed Steve using the phrase "Tickety-boo", which I haven't heard for years. Is it making a comeback, or just a script-writers bit of fun inserting it in the dialogue?
steve needed a quiet drink after michelle break up so instead of his own pub or bistro he went to leanne not a mate like dev or tim who home brews #confused #makingzerosense
Leading up to the mystery man at the door episode, Steve had said to Leanne that Amy had still got Simon's calculator, and that he'd drop it round - that explains why he went to the flat, and boy did he get a hell of a thank you!
tammyy2j
26-07-2016, 15:29
Leading up to the mystery man at the door episode, Steve had said to Leanne that Amy had still got Simon's calculator, and that he'd drop it round - that explains why he went to the flat, and boy did he get a hell of a thank you!
Simon's maths and accounting must be very important to Leanne :p
parkerman
26-07-2016, 17:09
Knock knock....or ring ring....Leanne answers door, "Oh, hello Steve." Steve: "Hi, I've just brought back Simon's calculator." Leanne: "Oh, OK, thanks Steve." Steve: "No problem. Bye." So far so good and seems quite plausible. However....
Leanne: "Hang on a minute Steve, I'm just going to take my clothes off, would you like to come in?"
Hmmmm......
Knock knock....or ring ring....Leanne answers door, "Oh, hello Steve." Steve: "Hi, I've just brought back Simon's calculator." Leanne: "Oh, OK, thanks Steve." Steve: "No problem. Bye." So far so good and seems quite plausible. However....
Leanne: "Hang on a minute Steve, I'm just going to take my clothes off, would you like to come in?"
Hmmmm......
Obviously Steve pressed the right buttons and got the result he wanted
Knock knock....or ring ring....Leanne answers door, "Oh, hello Steve." Steve: "Hi, I've just brought back Simon's calculator." Leanne: "Oh, OK, thanks Steve." Steve: "No problem. Bye." So far so good and seems quite plausible. However....
Leanne: "Hang on a minute Steve, I'm just going to take my clothes off, would you like to come in?"
Hmmmm......
oh behave:p very carry on spoofing
Knock knock....or ring ring....Leanne answers door, "Oh, hello Steve." Steve: "Hi, I've just brought back Simon's calculator." Leanne: "Oh, OK, thanks Steve." Steve: "No problem. Bye." So far so good and seems quite plausible. However....
Leanne: "Hang on a minute Steve, I'm just going to take my clothes off, would you like to come in?"
Hmmmm......
oh behave:p very carry on spoofing
Leading up to the mystery man at the door episode, Steve had said to Leanne that Amy had still got Simon's calculator, and that he'd drop it round - that explains why he went to the flat, and boy did he get a hell of a thank you!
his wife leaves him and he worries about a calculator just after she gets in cab
Leading up to the mystery man at the door episode, Steve had said to Leanne that Amy had still got Simon's calculator, and that he'd drop it round - that explains why he went to the flat, and boy did he get a hell of a thank you!
his wife leaves him and he worries about a calculator just after she gets in cab
I'm in the minority but I'm quite enjoying the Leanne pregnancy storyline. It'll be good to see Leanne with a baby, and I think bringing her and Steve closer is an interesting choice. The way it's been set up was very contrived and poorly written, but I'm finding the fallout very watchable so far.
It helps that Jane Danson is a good actress so episodes that focus on Leanne are almost always some of the better ones. One thing I wish is that Simon Gregson would tone down Steve's clownish ways and ridiculous face pulling during serious scenes because I find it very jarring. Simon's proved he's a capable actor so there's no need for it.
Anyone notice that Michelle was yet again told how lucky Steve is to have her during Monday's episodes (this time by Leanne)? It's getting beyone a joke now! :wall:
I'm in the minority but I'm quite enjoying the Leanne pregnancy storyline. It'll be good to see Leanne with a baby, and I think bringing her and Steve closer is an interesting choice. The way it's been set up was very contrived and poorly written, but I'm finding the fallout very watchable so far.
It helps that Jane Danson is a good actress so episodes that focus on Leanne are almost always some of the better ones. One thing I wish is that Simon Gregson would tone down Steve's clownish ways and ridiculous face pulling during serious scenes because I find it very jarring. Simon's proved he's a capable actor so there's no need for it.
Anyone notice that Michelle was yet again told how lucky Steve is to have her during Monday's episodes (this time by Leanne)? It's getting beyone a joke now! :wall:
I agree that the fall-out of Leanne´s pregnancy has interesting aspects and look forward ( at the moment) to see what develops.
Welcome back Dazzle, noticed you have been very quiet lately, nice to see you again :D
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Welcome back Dazzle, noticed you have been very quiet lately, nice to see you again :D
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Tracy is such a cockblock. I wanted Todd and Billy to kiss in the flower shop, but then she walked in.
leanne to eva it was about 4 weeks, not was about 2
Oh dear the soap police do it again. Why TF would they return Kylies blood stained clothing before either the inquest or Court Case. These are evidential Exhibits and would not be disposed of in this manner
Oh dear the soap police do it again. Why TF would they return Kylies blood stained clothing before either the inquest or Court Case. These are evidential Exhibits and would not be disposed of in this manner
I think David might have said it was his jacket, but I'm guessing your comment still applies.
I don't know how Kym Marsh can act Michelle's very convenient and sudden longing for a baby with a straight face. I'm still finding the storyline entertaining, but why on earth not spend some time setting up the various situations involved in a credible manner? It would have made sense to show Michelle secretly yearning to have another baby (and Steve and Leanne getting closer) for months to give the storyline some solid foundations.
Yep, Steve suddenly having relations with Leane made no sense in any universe!
Can we hurry up and kill off Sane Wards character please.
Umm... I agree blood soaked items would be disposed of, not returned willy nilly..
Yep, Steve suddenly having relations with Leane made no sense in any universe!
Can we hurry up and kill off Sane Wards character please.
Umm... I agree blood soaked items would be disposed of, not returned willy nilly..
Ruffed_lemur
28-07-2016, 21:50
leanne to eva it was about 4 weeks, not was about 2
It could still count as 4 weeks pregnant. That's how they count them isn't it?
Ruffed_lemur
28-07-2016, 21:52
Yep, Steve suddenly having relations with Leane made no sense in any universe!
Can we hurry up and kill off Sane Wards character please.
Umm... I agree blood soaked items would be disposed of, not returned willy nilly..
I had some clothes returned after a relative was involved in an accident. Not sure they're allowed to dispose of them without permission.
parkerman
28-07-2016, 22:56
I had some clothes returned after a relative was involved in an accident. Not sure they're allowed to dispose of them without permission.
They're not. They would return all belongings to the owner or next of kin. Alan's point though was that they would still be held for evidence. They would be returned once the trial was over.
Ruffed_lemur
28-07-2016, 23:26
They're not. They would return all belongings to the owner or next of kin. Alan's point though was that they would still be held for evidence. They would be returned once the trial was over.
Yes, I saw that. I was answering Splashy who said the gory items would be disposed of, but they're not.
parkerman
29-07-2016, 00:11
Yes, I saw that. I was answering Splashy who said the gory items would be disposed of, but they're not.
Yes, I know, sorry, RL, I wasn't in any way getting at you. I agreed with what you were saying.
becky cant return as she cant fly over an ear infection is that her absence excuse?
becky cant return as she cant fly over an ear infection is that her absence excuse?
It's actually a better excuse than it sounds. Flying with a middle ear infection can cause extreme pain and even a ruptured ear drum due to air pressure changes.
I'm liking the recent trend of Corrie's long history being referenced. Tonight we had Gail and Audrey reminiscing about Blanche's love of attending funerals, and Sally talked about Hilda Ogden at length a few episodes ago. I'm guessing this is Kate Oates' influence hands it's a very welcome development in my opinion.
I've come to the conclusion that the Leanne/Steve/Michelle baby storyline isn't being taken too seriously by the actors involved (except perhaps Jane Danson). The other three appear to me to be having a lot of fun, and I'm also taking it in that spirit.
It was good to see Eileen (eventually) supportive of Todd and Billy.
I had some clothes returned after a relative was involved in an accident. Not sure they're allowed to dispose of them without permission.
They're not. They would return all belongings to the owner or next of kin. Alan's point though was that they would still be held for evidence. They would be returned once the trial was over.
On some occasions the clothing is disposed of by police/coroner on health grounds. This will be done whether family give permission or not.
I've seen some comments saying Daniel Brocklebank is a lousy actor. Honestly, I don't find his grimasing convincing either. I think he's much better in the not so ott scenes though. Mind you I still like the actor and character a lot. The thing is.. I don't think Bruno Langley is so good either? It looks like he's phoning it in half the time, again, I like Bruno and Todd the character, so I don't mind that much. It's just.. it's kinda unfair to call Billy a bad actor when they're both pretty bad imo. Todd has some acting ticks that annoy me a lot. But whatever, this was just a stupid rant, lol, sorry to get off topic. BTW, this is a soap and imo they're doing ok enough. I've seen actors much worse too, like certain actors on EastEnders.
I've seen some comments saying Daniel Brocklebank is a lousy actor. Honestly, I don't find his grimasing convincing either. I think he's much better in the not so ott scenes though. Mind you I still like the actor and character a lot. The thing is.. I don't think Bruno Langley is so good either? It looks like he's phoning it in half the time, again, I like Bruno and Todd the character, so I don't mind that much. It's just.. it's kinda unfair to call Billy a bad actor when they're both pretty bad imo. Todd has some acting ticks that annoy me a lot. But whatever, this was just a stupid rant, lol, sorry to get off topic. BTW, this is a soap and imo they're doing ok enough. I've seen actors much worse too, like certain actors on EastEnders.
I think both Daniel Brocklebank and Bruno Langley are good actors, and a lot more talented than many others in Corrie. I haven't seen any comments denigrating Daniel's acting; in fact the general consensus according to what I've read online is positive for both actors. A lot of people were against Todd and Daniel getting together but the couple appears to be more or less accepted now, and that's in no small part down to the actors playing their budding relationship convincingly.
I particularly admire Bruno Langley and what you call "phoning it in" I call subtlety. Bruno can convey Todd's emotions without over-the-top shouting or face pulling unlike many actors.
However, acting ability is subjective so people have widely different opinions of talent. Even Meryl Streep isn't universally applauded! :eek:
(By the way, I don't think discussions of acting ability - or lack thereof - of the Corrie cast is off topic for this thread. :))
I think both Daniel Brocklebank and Bruno Langley are good actors, and a lot more talented than many others in Corrie. I haven't seen any comments denigrating Daniel's acting; in fact the general consensus according to what I've read online is positive for both actors. A lot of people were against Todd and Daniel getting together but the couple appears to be more or less accepted now, and that's in no small part down to the actors playing their budding relationship convincingly.
I particularly admire Bruno Langley and what you call "phoning it in" I call subtlety. Bruno can convey Todd's emotions without over-the-top shouting or face pulling unlike many actors.
However, acting ability is subjective so people have widely different opinions of talent. Even Meryl Streep isn't universally applauded! :eek:
(By the way, I don't think discussions of acting ability - or lack thereof - of the Corrie cast is off topic for this thread. :))
I was just going to say that I take it all back, lol. Actually.. not completely. I still think Daniel and Bruno are doing an OK job, but at the same time I have seen better actors too. They're not the worst though, definitely. After seeing the preview clip for next week I realized that there are other actors on Corrie who are much worse (even if there is a LOT of hate for Daniel Brocklebank's acting in particular, don't know why), like Antony Cotton. I just watched the preview clip for next week and I bursted out laughing. His delivery of lines was so cringeworthy and not at all convincing that I just sat there. My jaw was on the floor. I could not believe what I was seeing. He couldn't even act upset, it's like he didn't care. Actually.. he didn't act. I wouldn't call that acting. He was just.. "not there". I don't understand why he's still on the soap? Like even if Daniel and Buno's acting isn't perfect, at least they try, at least they take it seriously, which is more than can be said about Antony Cotton. I was borderline disgusted by what I saw.
I was just going to say that I take it all back, lol. Actually.. not completely. I still think Daniel and Bruno are doing an OK job, but at the same time I have seen better actors too. They're not the worst though, definitely. After seeing the preview clip for next week I realized that there are other actors on Corrie who are much worse (even if there is a LOT of hate for Daniel Brocklebank's acting in particular, don't know why), like Antony Cotton. I just watched the preview clip for next week and I bursted out laughing. His delivery of lines was so cringeworthy and not at all convincing that I just sat there. My jaw was on the floor. I could not believe what I was seeing. He couldn't even act upset, it's like he didn't care. Actually.. he didn't act. I wouldn't call that acting. He was just.. "not there". I don't understand why he's still on the soap? Like even if Daniel and Buno's acting isn't perfect, at least they try, at least they take it seriously, which is more than can be said about Antony Cotton. I was borderline disgusted by what I saw.
I haven't seen the clips you mention, but Antony Cotton is a Corrie actor who's often condemned as being very poor. Daniel and Bruno are both so far above him in acting talent. That's not to say I dislike Sean but he's better in light-hearted storylines. He didn't make for a convincing partner for Billy which is why they've been split up and Billy put with Todd (who, on paper at least, is even less suited to the vicar, but the actors make the relationship work).
Where's all this hate you've been seeing for Daniel Brocklebank's acting? I haven't come across any (though I've seen plenty for Antony Cotton). Daniel's an experienced actor who's done a lot of work outside the soap (including lots of theatre).
I have not seen any negative comments on Daniel´s acting, I did not mind Billy with Sean but also like him with Todd, however, this of course will not last either. I like Sean and somehow don´t mind his acting, but yes, Daniel and Bruce can do some scenes better. Hopefully Tilly will be with us for a while until the inevitable heartbreak of another relationship ending
I haven't seen the clips you mention, but Antony Cotton is a Corrie actor who's often condemned as being very poor. Daniel and Bruno are both so far above him in acting talent. That's not to say I dislike Sean but he's better in light-hearted storylines. He didn't make for a convincing partner for Billy which is why they've been split up and Billy put with Todd (who, on paper at least, is even less suited to the vicar, but the actors make the relationship work).
Where's all this hate you've been seeing for Daniel Brocklebank's acting? I haven't come across any (though I've seen plenty for Antony Cotton). Daniel's an experienced actor who's done a lot of work outside the soap (including lots of theatre).
I've been reading many comments on Corrie's Facebook page lately. Probably not a good idea, I know. Many seem to hate Billy as a character, and a few commented on Daniel Brocklebank's acting saying they're not a fan. There were a few homophobic comments too, sadly.
As for Bruno Langley and Daniel Brocklebank, yeah, like I said, I take it back. They're doing a fine job. Antony Cotton though... not so much. I gotta say though that Antony was good when Billy broke up with Sean before Sean went to London. But yeah, in this new preview clip he is not convincing at all.
For Tyrone´s radio to have too much crackling and noise it was a very clear reception in the cab office for Eileen to hear Billy and Todds´convo :p
I've been reading many comments on Corrie's Facebook page lately. Probably not a good idea, I know. Many seem to hate Billy as a character, and a few commented on Daniel Brocklebank's acting saying they're not a fan. There were a few homophobic comments too, sadly.
I had a feeling you were going to say Facebook. I haven't looked at the Corrie page myself but from what I hear they're not exactly a discerning bunch like us here. :p
Apparently Daniel is very conceited and goes about saying " I am on TV" , a sort of " Do you know who I am ?" remark. Can't remember where I read this but there must be an element of truth in it.
Apparently Daniel is very conceited and goes about saying " I am on TV" , a sort of " Do you know who I am ?" remark. Can't remember where I read this but there must be an element of truth in it.
Are you sure you're not confusing Daniel Brocklebank with Antony Cotton? I've read similar about the latter many times, but never about the former.
Are you sure you're not confusing Daniel Brocklebank with Antony Cotton? I've read similar about the latter many times, but never about the former.
No. He is on a new programme called First Dates.
https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/1524873/coronation-street-hunk-dan-brocklebank-slammed-by-celebrity-first-dates-fans-as-he-searches-for-a-man/
No. He is on a new programme called First Dates.
https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/1524873/coronation-street-hunk-dan-brocklebank-slammed-by-celebrity-first-dates-fans-as-he-searches-for-a-man/
Ha ha...that article does make him sound a bit full of himself, although the programme would have probably been edited to his disadvantage to get people talking. It doesn't make any difference to my liking for the character either way. :D
tammyy2j
31-07-2016, 23:16
For me Bruno, David and Jack (Todd, Roy and David) are the show's top male actors currently
For me Bruno, David and Jack (Todd, Roy and David) are the show's top male actors currently
I agree
Ha ha...that article does make him sound a bit full of himself, although the programme would have probably been edited to his disadvantage to get people talking. It doesn't make any difference to my liking for the character either way. :D
I agree that it's possible it was badly edited. Also.. it's The Sun, rubbish paper. I'm sorry, but I still like Daniel. Even by the off chance he is a bit full of himself (what actors aren't though). He seems sweet on twitter and he supports many charities, so being a bit full of himself is hardly the worse thing in the world.
I agree that it's possible it was badly edited. Also.. it's The Sun, rubbish paper. I'm sorry, but I still like Daniel. Even by the off chance he is a bit full of himself (what actors aren't though). He seems sweet on twitter and he supports many charities, so being a bit full of himself is hardly the worse thing in the world.
Yes, I've heard that he does a lot for charity and that he's a nice guy so, like you, I have my doubts he's as full of himself as that article makes him sound. It could just be that he was astonished someone can live in this country and not be aware of Coronation Street. We shouldn't let one article in a tabloid change our perception of him.
Yes, I've heard that he does a lot for charity and that he's a nice guy so, like you, I have my doubts he's as full of himself as that article makes him sound. It could just be that he was astonished someone can live in this country and not be aware of Coronation Street. We shouldn't let one article in a tabloid change our perception of him.
To be honest, I too would be astonished to find somebody living in the UK not being aware of Corrie ...I don´t epect everyone to have seen any of it but surely the newspapers and magazine feature lots of storylines/gossip about the actors ??? Excluding infants and toddlers of course :D :p
Homophobic people make me sick. There is no way in hell those kisses would get the same amount of complaints if the characters were straight smh.
clayton 15 really thought he was more older
A lof of them brag about being in corrie. The woman who played Sunita character rang a shop where my cousin worked and said she was sunita from corrie before making her list of demands. But maybe certain people are being targeted in the newspapers lately. I don't believe most of what i read anyway.
parkerman
01-08-2016, 23:57
But maybe certain people are being targeted in the newspapers lately. I don't believe most of what i read anyway.
Especially The Sun!!!
I was disappointed in Monday's episodes. I've felt there's been an improvement in quality recently, so I was expecting a lot from Kylie's funeral. I thought I'd be in bits but it fell completely flat for me. I think having Max give the eulogy was a big mistake as it left me completely unmoved.
Community scenes in the Rovers at times of crisis are usually high points but I also found them hollow. No one apart from David appears to feel any deep grief or shock at the murder of a well known and liked young woman. :searchme:
I did enjoy the Sarah/Todd/David confrontation scenes but I was left wanting more so hopefully they'll continue on Wednesday.
Coincidence of the week: Sean happening upon a very fleeting caress between Billy and Todd that could have been entirely innocent and reading a long-running affair into it. :wall:
I was disappointed in Monday's episodes. I've felt there's been an improvement in quality recently, so I was expecting a lot from Kylie's funeral. I thought I'd be in bits but it fell completely flat for me. I think having Max give the eulogy was a big mistake as it left me completely unmoved.
Community scenes in the Rovers at times of crisis are usually high points but I also found them hollow. No one apart from David appears to feel any deep grief or shock at the murder of a well known and liked young woman. :searchme:
I did enjoy the Sarah/Todd/David confrontation scenes but I was left wanting more so hopefully they'll continue on Wednesday.
Coincidence of the week: Sean happening upon a very fleeting caress between Billy and Todd that could have been entirely innocent and reading a long-running affair into it. :wall:
That last part, yep. I really don't get how he knew they were having an affair from that? The scenes were not effective and fell flat to me. If they were seen (or heard) making out, or heck, just them talking about their relationship and Sean overhearing I'd understand. But this? I expected so much more from these scenes. After the spoiler pic I'd been looking forward to it for weeks. Their being affectionate is what I like most about them. They teased this scene for weeks and it barely lasted two seconds. I understand it was Kylie's funeral but I feel like they could have had the scene lasting for a few seconds longer, it would have been more effective that way imo. It was just too short.
That last part, yep. I really don't get how he knew they were having an affair from that? The scenes were not effective and fell flat to me. If they were seen (or heard) making out, or heck, just them talking about their relationship and Sean overhearing I'd understand. But this? I expected so much more from these scenes. After the spoiler pic I'd been looking forward to it for weeks. Their being affectionate is what I like most about them. They teased this scene for weeks and it barely lasted two seconds. I understand it was Kylie's funeral but I feel like they could have had the scene lasting for a few seconds longer, it would have been more effective that way imo. It was just too short.
I agree. I too was expecting more from that scene after seeing the spoiler pic.
I know what the Corrie team were trying to achieve, because it is possible to pick up on an intense relationship between two people from just a lingering look or touch, but there wasn't any lingering in that scene so it failed to convince.
One of the problems with filming five episodes a week is that everything is very hurried with little to no time for rehearsal or retakes, so a lot of nuance falls by the wayside. This will likely only be exacerbated when Corrie starts transmitting six episodes a week next year...
What i cannot understand is Todd barging in on the funeral to have a go at a man who is burying his wife. Way out of order. It was not an emergency that moment. Plus David did not ask Todd to lie at any stage.
tammyy2j
03-08-2016, 13:00
What i cannot understand is Todd barging in on the funeral to have a go at a man who is burying his wife. Way out of order. It was not an emergency that moment. Plus David did not ask Todd to lie at any stage.
I think learning of Sarah's innocent and Jason's accident which he feels guilty for him leaving for labeling Tony the killer he just wanted to confront David not thinking of David and his kids and the timing as in showing up at Kylie's funeral
What i cannot understand is Todd barging in on the funeral to have a go at a man who is burying his wife. Way out of order. It was not an emergency that moment. Plus David did not ask Todd to lie at any stage.
He lied to Todd though by allowing the latter to believe Sarah murdered Callum when he questioned him about it.
I can understand Todd being very angry with David because he blamed him for Jason's accident, but I do agree with you he would have waited until after the funeral to confront him. For one thing he's too clever to draw unneeded attention to the web of lies in which he's involved himself and which could send him to prison.
What i cannot understand is Todd barging in on the funeral to have a go at a man who is burying his wife. Way out of order. It was not an emergency that moment. Plus David did not ask Todd to lie at any stage.
I agree, but Todd is very hot headed and stubborn and he doesn't let anything get in his way. He basically didn't think it through. Right then and there he was upset about Jason, and felt guilty for being indirectly responsible for his accident, and the whole Sarah thing too, so when he heard who really did it he got so angry that he just couldn't let it be. I'm not excusing his behavior btw, it was wrong. But at the same time, considering everything and considering how Todd is, I understand why he behaved the way that he did.
Brilliant scenes between Todd and Sarah tonight.
Poor David's losing his mind with grief - and who can blame him? :(
Brilliant scenes between Todd and Sarah tonight.
Poor David's losing his mind with grief - and who can blame him? :(
I was just gonna say I loved the Todd and Sarah scenes. They are still so important to each other, and I believe they still love each other in some way. I'm happy Sarah actually said out loud that Todd is her best friend that was a lovely scene. Great acting from Bruno Langley and Tina O'Brien too, especially Bruno who cried. It was truly heartbreaking. I almost started crying too. However, if there is one pet peeve I have about it, it's that they barely mentioned Billy. I know it was basically about Callum, and not Billy, but I wanted her to find out another way than to watch Billy caress Todd at the funeral. I was fine with Sean finding out that way but I wanted Sarah to find out by Todd actually saying it to her, like them having a heart to heart and Todd saying he's with Billy and how special Billy is to him. It was just lame that ONE caress at a funeral lead to EVERYONE knowing, ugh.
I was just gonna say I loved the Todd and Sarah scenes. They are still so important to each other, and I believe they still love each other in some way. I'm happy Sarah actually said out loud that Todd is her best friend that was a lovely scene. Great acting from Bruno Langley and Tina O'Brien too, especially Bruno who cried. It was truly heartbreaking. I almost started crying too. However, if there is one pet peeve I have about it, it's that they barely mentioned Billy. I know it was basically about Callum, and not Billy, but I wanted her to find out another way than to watch Billy caress Todd at the funeral. I was fine with Sean finding out that way but I wanted Sarah to find out by Todd actually saying it to her, like them having a heart to heart and Todd saying he's with Billy and how special Billy is to him. It was just lame that ONE caress at a funeral lead to EVERYONE knowing, ugh.
I'm not sure anyone else noticed that but Sean since they were standing apart from everyone else and it was quite subtle. I did however wonder how Sarah know about Todd and Billy.
After Sean witnessed it the whole street knows as news travels fast
After Sean witnessed it the whole street knows as news travels fast
I wonder if it's something he'd broadcast though?
flappinfanny
05-08-2016, 19:17
I think both Daniel Brocklebank and Bruno Langley are good actors, and a lot more talented than many others in Corrie. I haven't seen any comments denigrating Daniel's acting; in fact the general consensus according to what I've read online is positive for both actors. A lot of people were against Todd and Daniel getting together but the couple appears to be more or less accepted now, and that's in no small part down to the actors playing their budding relationship convincingly.
I particularly admire Bruno Langley and what you call "phoning it in" I call subtlety. Bruno can convey Todd's emotions without over-the-top shouting or face pulling unlike many actors.
However, acting ability is subjective so people have widely different opinions of talent. Even Meryl Streep isn't universally applauded! :eek:
(By the way, I don't think discussions of acting ability - or lack thereof - of the Corrie cast is off topic for this thread. :))
I agree both Daniel and Bruno are excellent in their roles and both good actors imo. I may get beaten up by Robron fans, but I find Daniel and Bruno's performance far more convincing and realistic than that of Danny Millers and Ryan Hawley's in Emmerdale. You get the impression Danny is rather uncomfortable in the intimate scenes and it shows.
Excellent scenes with Todd and Sarah and the end scene with David at the graveside was powerful, only slightly spoilt by his bad boy Damien look at the end.
And hopefully tod will win. Poor Sean, he makes me cry. He's always been such a good guy and friend to everyone...
NOT happy with today's two episodes. Who thought it was a good idea to have self pitying Sean be the centre of attention? He was truly insufferable. I know the writers wanted us to feel sorry for him, but it turned me off him even more than ever. Ugh. If he had actually bothered to listen to Todd and hear his side of the story instead of yelling at him and shaming him, then maybe I would have felt different about him. And what's with Todd rejecting Billy in the flower shop?! WTF?! Is this gonna be a thing now? Is he just gonna reject Billy every time he's upset? Why won't Todd let Billy be there for him? Todd was there for Billy. I feel like the writers are determined to make Todd a bad guy, someone nobody can love, not even Eileen. Speaking of.. why didn't Eileen defend Todd? I felt like she was shaming him and she was more on Sean's side? Todd has been terrible to her, I get it. But to get this treatment by his own mother.. WTF?! In this case he did nothing wrong. Todd and Billy never cheated on him, yet she's still on Sean's side? Ok then. Even when Todd does everything right everyone still hates him. Is is weird he turned out the way he did? Ugh. Whatever I'll shut up now. I'm just so incredibly disappointed after so many good weeks they manage to ruin it all in one day smh.
And hopefully tod will win. Poor Sean, he makes me cry. He's always been such a good guy and friend to everyone...
Seriously? Sean is a self obsessed narcissistic freak. Not once did he ask Todd what he felt. He made it all about himself. Self pitying doesn't look good on anyone, let alone Sean. Two whole episodes of Sean feeling sorry for himself was nauseating.
tammyy2j
05-08-2016, 23:58
I find it hard to feel sorry for Sean as he can be very annoying
I do think Billy should have stayed away from Eileen's house as Sean lived there until some weeks had past at least for him to try to come to terms of his relationship now with Todd
I liked the scene between Gary and Sarah, they is potential there for them as a future couple
Nick is also annoying trying to get one over on Robert and pursuing Leanne, his brother is grieving for his murdered wife but he is more worried of punishing Robert :angry: I don't want him back with Leanne now
Phelan stirs and Eileen abides, she is so taken in by him but at least Todd isn't
flappinfanny
06-08-2016, 00:19
Has King Phelan met his match? I think he may have with Todd. Although I suspect Coronation St will string it out for as long as possible. He is such good vile character, but in a likeable way, you just want Eileen to be robbed blind of that money. :)
And don't get me started on Sean, I probably would have an ounce of sympathy if it wasn't for Anthony Cottons performance.
todd vs. Pat is on
I'm already thoroughly enjoying their battle of wills. The final scene where Phelan's smug grin turned to a worried frown as soon as he turned his back on Todd made me laugh. :D
I don't think Phelan's got any chance of driving Todd out and leaving his mother completely at the fiend's mercy.
...why didn't Eileen defend Todd? I felt like she was shaming him and she was more on Sean's side?
Eileen is angry with Todd but she chose him over Sean (which is why the latter moved out). I know Todd didn't steal Billy (as Sean keeps repeating), but it's not nice to start a relationship with the ex of a friend - particularly such a recent ex. You know I like the Todd/Billy pairing but it would have been kinder of them to wait a few months before starting seeing each other. I understand people's anger even though I'm on their side.
Also, Todd has done himself no favours with his past behaviour. It's his own fault that people judge him harshly - and he knows it. It doesn't stop him from currently being my favourite character though.
I really don't understand people's negative views about Sean. Yes, at times he can be annoying (like any of us!), but he's never done anything to hurt anyone and always been friend to anyone who has needed one. All I'm saying is that he doesn't deserve this. And I think he was very good acting his part, I could really feel his pain. What made it worse for him, was probably the fact, that they've always been so close with Todd.. I think his reaction to Eileen not telling him earlier was bit ott but it was needed for him to move out for now so that this battle between Todd and phelan can start.. I do like Todd as well, he's softened slightly since he came back, which makes him more likeable,but he's clever too which I like about him. But just wait and see, Todd will lose interest on billy very soon. He just takes what belongs to someone else for the fun of it.
Totally agree about Sean. I have never understood why people dislike him so much . He is what he is. His acting this week has actually been good and very believable.
Nick is also annoying trying to get one over on Robert and pursuing Leanne, his brother is grieving for his murdered wife but he is more worried of punishing Robert :angry: I don't want him back with Leanne now
I've always liked (read: loved :)) Nick!!! Can't wait that he opens his new bistro!!! ��
Nick is also annoying trying to get one over on Robert and pursuing Leanne, his brother is grieving for his murdered wife but he is more worried of punishing Robert :angry: I don't want him back with Leanne now
I've always liked (read: loved :)) Nick!!! Can't wait that he opens his new bistro!!! 😁
Totally agree about Sean. I have never understood why people dislike him so much . He is what he is. His acting this week has actually been good and very believable.
You want to know why people dislike Sean? He spent two episodes feeling sorry for himself. He never asked how Todd might feel. Would have been nice of him if he could consider that this might not have been easy for Todd either. He said many bad things about Todd, which if he hates him so much makes me ask why they were friends in the first place.
Also, Todd has done himself no favours with his past behaviour. It's his own fault that people judge him harshly - and he knows it. It doesn't stop him from currently being my favourite character though.
But Todd has changed, he's not that guy anymore. Besides, he was never just bad. He has always stood up for and protected the people in his life, the people he loves, whether that's Eileen, Jason, Sarah or Billy.
To Livden :And you are so perfect yourself, that you've never said anything bad to your friends? Ever? He's hurt ffs!!! It's an immediate reaction which is totally understandable. I definitely couldn't have seen him asking Todd how he possibly felt at that time and place!! Maybe it comes later, knowing Sean, the good guy he is, but he has to deal with this first himself. Have you ever been hurt or cheated /dumped by anyone to actually know how it feels?
You want to know why people dislike Sean? He spent two episodes feeling sorry for himself. He never asked how Todd might feel. Would have been nice of him if he could consider that this might not have been easy for Todd either. He said many bad things about Todd, which if he hates him so much makes me ask why they were friends in the first place.
But when we are heartbroken we surely don't think about other people at that time. He was hurting and we all lash out, blame and hurt the people we love and yes, we do feel sorry for ourselves. It is human nature.
As the song goes " We always hurt the one we love…….."
I did feel for him.
Snagglepus
06-08-2016, 10:26
It may make Sean think as to why he keeps losing his partners and take a look at himself. He needs to stop acting like a cross between an old woman and a baby. As Phelan said, "stop wallowing in your own self pity and grow up".
Whew! Some strong feelings about Sean here this Saturday morning.
I personally am not a fan because I think Antony Cotton is a poor actor, but there are many such currently starring in Corrie so I wouldn't single him out. In my view Kate Oates would do well to axe several long running characters of which Sean is just one (others being Fiz, Chesney, Tyrone, Kirk, Sinead, Dev, Anna, Tracy (although that'll never happen!) and others).
I agree Sean has every right to be angry and upset at the moment though. Everyone who's ever lost someone with whom they're deeply in love will recognise how he's feeling. Billy in particular should have been more sensitive about the whole thing.
But Todd has changed, he's not that guy anymore. Besides, he was never just bad. He has always stood up for and protected the people in his life, the people he loves, whether that's Eileen, Jason, Sarah or Billy.
It wasn't that long ago that he coldly and very deliberately hurt precisely the people he loves (Eileen and Jason)! They've forgiven him but it's not so easy to forget. Besides, he hasn't completely changed. I hope he wouldn't deliberately hurt his family again but he's still a bit of a bad 'un (and even warned Billy about it).
I like him just how he is at the moment personally: capable of great kindness but also with a dark edge. He's a very interesting character with a lot of depth - but he's no saint.
It may make Sean think as to why he keeps losing his partners and take a look at himself. He needs to stop acting like a cross between an old woman and a baby. As Phelan said, "stop wallowing in your own self pity and grow up".
Phelan was being deliberately cruel when he said that because he wanted rid of Sean. There was a grain of truth to it so it made me laugh, but it was designed to exacerbate the situation.
I laughed when Phelan referred to Jason as " our Jason"
I'm already thoroughly enjoying their battle of wills. The final scene where Phelan's smug grin turned to a worried frown as soon as he turned his back on Todd made me laugh. :D
I don't think Phelan's got any chance of driving Todd out and leaving his mother completely at the fiend's mercy.
Eileen is angry with Todd but she chose him over Sean (which is why the latter moved out). I know Todd didn't steal Billy (as Sean keeps repeating), but it's not nice to start a relationship with the ex of a friend - particularly such a recent ex. You know I like the Todd/Billy pairing but it would have been kinder of them to wait a few months before starting seeing each other. I understand people's anger even though I'm on their side.
Also, Todd has done himself no favours with his past behaviour. It's his own fault that people judge him harshly - and he knows it. It doesn't stop him from currently being my favourite character though.
I thought he looked rather sinister and determined not to let Todd stand in his way rather than worried :hmm:
I thought he looked rather sinister and determined not to let Todd stand in his way rather than worried :hmm:
He did until the very final shot when he was standing over the sink with his face hidden from Todd. Then for a split second there was a look of what I took to be concern that he might finally have met his match.
He did until the very final shot when he was standing over the sink with his face hidden from Todd. Then for a split second there was a look of what I took to be concern that he might finally have met his match.
That is the shot I am talking about .. guess we interpret it differently :)
That is the shot I am talking about .. guess we interpret it differently :)
Maybe it was a bit of both emotions. :thumbsup:
I thought he looked rather sinister and determined not to let Todd stand in his way rather than worried :hmm:
thought he looked happy as sean out and eileen off to see jason, phelan thinks with todd's past no one will believe him so may not think him a highly opponent
I have'nt watched the last two episodes but it must be awful for Sean. I actually like his character. Apart from him i agree with Dazzle's list of characters that need to go.
He has been part of Eileens family for a while so it will feel like betrayal.
A lot of people get dumped in this dating game and it does not mean there is something wrong with them. The younger people do not put up with things like the older generation have done in the past or want a life of compromise.
Noone on coronation street has a long lasting relationship and if they do there are a lot of affairs in between so Sean is not the only one who keeps losing partners.
I have'nt watched the last two episodes but it must be awful for Sean. I actually like his character. Apart from him i agree with Dazzle's list of characters that need to go.
He has been part of Eileens family for a while so it will feel like betrayal.
A lot of people get dumped in this dating game and it does not mean there is something wrong with them. The younger people do not put up with things like the older generation have done in the past or want a life of compromise.
Noone on coronation street has a long lasting relationship and if they do there are a lot of affairs in between so Sean is not the only one who keeps losing partners.
I have'nt watched the last two episodes but it must be awful for Sean. I actually like his character. Apart from him i agree with Dazzle's list of characters that need to go.
He has been part of Eileens family for a while so it will feel like betrayal.
A lot of people get dumped in this dating game and it does not mean there is something wrong with them. The younger people do not put up with things like the older generation have done in the past or want a life of compromise.
Noone on coronation street has a long lasting relationship and if they do there are a lot of affairs in between so Sean is not the only one who keeps losing partners.
And that applies to all soaps .. I guess scriptwriters/producers think that is where the drama is ... in a few more years maybe it will be drama when a couple stays together without cheating on each other ....:searchme:
I have'nt watched the last two episodes but it must be awful for Sean. I actually like his character. Apart from him i agree with Dazzle's list of characters that need to go.
He has been part of Eileens family for a while so it will feel like betrayal.
A lot of people get dumped in this dating game and it does not mean there is something wrong with them. The younger people do not put up with things like the older generation have done in the past or want a life of compromise.
Noone on coronation street has a long lasting relationship and if they do there are a lot of affairs in between so Sean is not the only one who keeps losing partners.
Sorry, but I don't feel sorry for him at all. He is selfish and his self pity is disgusting. Not once did he stop and think how this might not be easy for Todd either. It's all me me me with him. Always the need to be the centre of attention. He lashed out on Todd saying the most vile things I've ever heard. "He enjoys hurting people". I can't believe Todd kept his cool, but hats off to him. If I were Todd I would have slapped Sean. He would have deserved it. Todd did nothing wrong, yet he has EVERYONE hating on him, everyone takes Sean's side. It's really unfair. I feel really bad for Todd. He did everything right, even took back his love confession to Billy because he didn't want to hurt Sean, yet after all of this he STILL gets sh** thrown in his face.
And in your books - Todd can't do no wrong eh? ��
Sean was right saying to Todd that he always hurts people. Hopefully todd's ' people hurting skills ' are coming to good use for a change with phelan!! �� Ps.someone really hates Sean!!! But that's ok too, that's your opinion only Livden ��
And in your books - Todd can't do no wrong eh? 😛
Sean was right saying to Todd that he always hurts people. Hopefully todd's ' people hurting skills ' are coming to good use for a change with phelan!! 😉 Ps.someone really hates Sean!!! But that's ok too, that's your opinion only Livden 😊
Seans allowed to feel sorry for himself right now. It hurts after a relationship ends and Billy went back to him and has hurt him twice.
I like Todd Sean and Billy but right is right and wrong is wrong!
Seans allowed to feel sorry for himself right now. It hurts after a relationship ends and Billy went back to him and has hurt him twice.
I like Todd Sean and Billy but right is right and wrong is wrong!
I saw Phelan ready for battle when he was standing at the sink. No fear or concern at all.
I saw Phelan ready for battle when he was standing at the sink. No fear or concern at all.
2 against 1! I need to go back and re-watch the scene to see if I reach a different conclusion. :hmm:
I saw Phelan ready for battle when he was standing at the sink. No fear or concern at all.
smirk of happiness as he don't see todd as a threat
I saw Phelan ready for battle when he was standing at the sink. No fear or concern at all.
smirk of happiness as he don't see todd as a threat
parkerman
08-08-2016, 10:59
2 against 1! I need to go back and re-watch the scene to see if I reach a different conclusion. :hmm:
Me too then, as I agree with your assessment, Dazzle.
P.S. I also agree with your "to cull" list except Dev. I think he's great.
Me too then, as I agree with your assessment, Dazzle.
I'm glad someone agrees with me about Phelan's expression in that final scene because I was beginning to feel outnumbered! http://i.smiley4you.com/6/45/51645.gif (http://en.smiley4you.com/smile/128/)
parkerman
08-08-2016, 22:09
So Pat Phelan already has his planning application in and Sally is influential on the Planning Committee.....:rotfl:
Can they not do even a few seconds research in to how councils work?
Well i am sure our Jase will lose £65k no matter what Todd does. That will ensure he never returns and Eileen will lose her man and be conned at the same time. It will be good to see her get her comeuppance! I have not liked her since the fireman storyline which was so boring.
jason can talk on the phone now is he better eileen healing touch but is she in thailand even yet
I don´t think Eileen would have gone all the way to Thailand if it was not to provide Phelan with a free run of the business for a few weekss :p
As soon as she got there she starts discussing business with him. Why else would Jason think its a good investment during the phone call with Todd
tammyy2j
09-08-2016, 14:37
Nick is even getting more annoying
Oh I just love nick!! He's a great actor and the best looking man on the street at the moment - with Aidan ! I just can't wait him bring Robert down.. Please! Just so funny the way he's smirking at Robert all the time and peeping around the corner! Robert is horrible, never liked him.
Oh I just love nick!! He's a great actor and the best looking man on the street at the moment - with Aidan ! I just can't wait him bring Robert down.. Please! Just so funny the way he's smirking at Robert all the time and peeping around the corner! Robert is horrible, never liked him.
I agree Nick scheming against Robert is fun, and I'm quite enjoying seeing the latter run the bistro into the ground without Nick and Leanne. :D I liked Robert for dumping Tracy and hope he never gives her the satisfaction of taking her back!
I personally find Ben Price's acting to be mediocre, but - as I said recently - acting is subjective.
And in your books - Todd can't do no wrong eh? ��
Sean was right saying to Todd that he always hurts people. Hopefully todd's ' people hurting skills ' are coming to good use for a change with phelan!! �� Ps.someone really hates Sean!!! But that's ok too, that's your opinion only Livden ��
Of course he can, and he has. In this case though? Nope. He did nothing wrong.
maria and luke at flat warming of johnny, are they that close friends with them, despite related by marriage, must be for her bunk up with aidan
is kate not angry maria letting caz stay
leanne peacemaker, getting bistro team back together, robert like nick is smitten
maria and luke at flat warming of johnny, are they that close friends with them, despite related by marriage, must be for her bunk up with aidan
is kate not angry maria letting caz stay
leanne peacemaker, getting bistro team back together, robert like nick is smitten
Howard Bellamy reborn and now a crook... (manger of the surgery in BBCs doctors) which is like a job switch as Eva played a child killer in doctors recently.
Loving the Nick/Leanne/Robert scenes. They make entertaining sparring partners so I hope we see lots more such scenes. I wonder if the bistro will extend into the next archway, the one in which Nick was interested?
I felt quite sad that Leanne turned Nick's date down. He was gutted - and so was she. :(
I really enjoyed Gemma and Dev's scenes too. Perhaps Gemma should work in the shop - she'd liven it up and keep Dev on his toes. :D
did nick or carla not sell their fancy flat in victoria court when they got engaged and moved in together
gemma could move in with dev, mary and twins
did nick or carla not sell their fancy flat in victoria court when they got engaged and moved in together
gemma could move in with dev, mary and twins
did nick or carla not sell their fancy flat in victoria court when they got engaged and moved in together
gemma could move in with dev, mary and twins
I think they were in the process of selling it, even Tracy had a look around as potential buyer but it did not happen before they got married and I suppose Nick stopped the sale once Carla left on her own
I don't understand why Nick was in charge of renting out Carla's flat. Surely he didn't want anything more to do with her, in which case she would have got her father, Michelle or an agency to sort it? :searchme:
Where is nick living then?
Where is nick living then?
He still has his own flat in Victoria Court.
Oh, ok. Funny then that Michelle or carla's dad is not in charge of the flat.. Or Roy? Where is Roy again?
Oh, ok. Funny then that Michelle or carla's dad is not in charge of the flat.. Or Roy? Where is Roy again?
I think he's supposed to be about as usual but just hasn't been on screen for a couple of weeks.
tammyy2j
11-08-2016, 11:06
I don't understand why Nick was in charge of renting out Carla's flat. Surely he didn't want anything more to do with her, in which case she would have got her father, Michelle or an agency to sort it? :searchme:
Was Michelle living there and packing up Carla's things when separated from Steve, I assume she was arranging any sale or rental agreement for Carla or did Carla give Nick her flat to compensate him over loss of the Bistro?
I think Robert and Leanne have more chemistry and potential than her and Nick and Ben Price's acting is not very good
Was Michelle living there and packing up Carla's things when separated from Steve, I assume she was arranging any sale or rental agreement for Carla or did Carla give Nick her flat to compensate him over loss of the Bistro?
I think Robert and Leanne have more chemistry and potential than her and Nick and Ben Price's acting is not very good
Yes, which makes it all the more odd that Johnny would say he needed to speak to Nick about renting Carla's flat. I can't imagine we wouldn't have been told if Carla had given Nick her flat.
£25 for a dozen carnations wrapped in paper ? "For £25 I'll do you something really nice " . Really, Tracey ?
flappinfanny
13-08-2016, 00:01
Quite liked the scenes with Rita and Gemma. Too many scenes in the Bistro and not enough in the Rovers. Memo to Queen Kate, remember the Rovers the most famous soap pub in the country, use it.
Dev's corner shop has to be the worst corner shop in the world. What's that all about. Finally can somebody shoot Les Dennis. Please! :wall:
Gemma was a bright spark in an otherwise drab hour. I love the fact she works well with unexpected characters such as Rita, Dev and Chesney. She has a very endearing quality.
I wish Leanne would confess her pregnancy to Nick! I know she wants to keep it a secret for now, but there's no reason to keep it from the man with whom she's apparently in love and who's being hurt by her silence.
I could have done without Maria and Aidan's sleazy quickie (although I liked their talk about loss beforehand). At least we didn't have to witness Leanne and Steve getting it on the other week... :sick:
When will we get more Tilly? I'm going through withdrawals here :(
Why would Luke right the doorbell to the flat he lives in?? :searchme: :wall:
Snagglepus
14-08-2016, 14:22
Why would Luke right the doorbell to the flat he lives in?? :searchme: :wall:
Didn't he throw his keys back to Maria...
Didn't he throw his keys back to Maria... Must have missed it if he did :o
He did give back the keys and listed all the jobs he did that needed to be taken up by Caz.
flappinfanny
15-08-2016, 00:04
I don't know if I was being thick, but in the end I couldn't work out if Luke deliberately ordered the wrong flowers for Dungaree Annie?
parkerman
15-08-2016, 01:23
Dungaree Annie! :rotfl:
He did give back the keys and listed all the jobs he did that needed to be taken up by Caz.
I remember him listing those jobs, missed him returning the keys ..
I don't know if I was being thick, but in the end I couldn't work out if Luke deliberately ordered the wrong flowers for Dungaree Annie?
No, I think he had not listened properly to Caz as he just tried to be friendly for Maria´s sake, not because he suddenly had an interest in what she had to say ...
I don't know if I was being thick, but in the end I couldn't work out if Luke deliberately ordered the wrong flowers for Dungaree Annie?
I too was confused about his intentions at first, but going by his reaction when Kate stormed into the pub I agree with Perdita that it was a genuine mistake.
Maria going loonie again...sigh..Can't stand her, never have!
Maria going loonie again...sigh..Can't stand her, never have!
Was Maria losing the plot (again) last night? I don't think she did anything outrageous, but then the two episodes weren't particularly memorable so I might have forgotten already. :D I quite like Maria* and think she deserves some decent screen time, but there was perhaps too much of her last night. Mind you, it doesn't help that I find the other main player in the storyline - Aidan - very bland and forgettable.
I really like Dolly-Rose Campbell's (Gemma's) lack of vanity. Some of her costumes are horrific (gold shorts and top! :eek:), and her make-up is hilariously but realistically bad (we've all seen girls with really obvious orange tide marks around their jaw lines). I hope Gemma's given a makeover at some point - for our sake and Dolly-Rose's. :D
* I'd certainly prefer her to Michelle - who's constantly forced down our necks - any day! :p
Was Maria losing the plot (again) last night? I don't think she did anything outrageous, but then the two episodes weren't particularly memorable so I might have forgotten already. :D I quite like Maria* and think she deserves some decent screen time, but there was perhaps too much of her last night. Mind you, it doesn't help that I find the other main player in the storyline - Aidan - very bland and forgettable.
I really like Dolly-Rose Campbell's (Gemma's) lack of vanity. Some of her costumes are horrific (gold shorts and top! :eek:), and her make-up is hilariously but realistically bad (we've all seen girls with really obvious orange tide marks around their jaw lines). I hope Gemma's given a makeover at some point - for our sake and Dolly-Rose's. :D
* I'd certainly prefer her to Michelle - who's constantly forced down our necks - any day! :p
No, Maria did not anything really outrageous, just being the predictable whiney Maria, sorry, never took to her since she arrived on the cobbles, not going to change, I guess. Not sure I prefer her to Michelle .. not keen on either ..:p
I totally love Gemma and hope they leave her as she is, it is only recently that Liz McD has toned down her wardrobe and makeup a bit so Gemini has quite some years yet to mature imo :)
I totally love Gemma and hope they leave her as she is, it is only recently that Liz McD has toned down her wardrobe and makeup a bit so Gemini has quite some years yet to mature imo :)
I think you're probably correct. :D
I don't get it.. Why exactly did maria dump luke???! Is she going to experiment with kaz now next ;)
Because she is ashamed of sleeping with Aidan, I guess.
I don't get it.. Why exactly did maria dump luke???! Is she going to experiment with kaz now next ;)
Because she is ashamed of sleeping with Aidan, I guess.
I think it's because she's got the hots for Aidan. Poor Luke obviously bores her silly now she's had a taste of "90 notches on my bedpost" Connor... :p
Is she a teenager or what?? Then she was crying and blaming Aidan!! She's a total loonie, and a slut! I hope Aidan doesn't get together with her.. I think poor Eva is heading for another heartache when this comes out... I have no sympathy whatsoever towards maria.. She's really disgusting human being. The way she's treated luke.. She doesn't deserve anyone. Liam is better off dead as she would have broken his heart eventually too. She can't settle for anyone, only enjoys stealing other girls boyfriends!
Is she a teenager or what?? Then she was crying and blaming Aidan!! She's a total loonie, and a slut! I hope Aidan doesn't get together with her.. I think poor Eva is heading for another heartache when this comes out... I have no sympathy whatsoever towards maria.. She's really disgusting human being. The way she's treated luke.. She doesn't deserve anyone. Liam is better off dead as she would have broken his heart eventually too. She can't settle for anyone, only enjoys stealing other girls boyfriends!
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Maria was upset and blaming Aidan because he was treating her badly and making damn sure she knew that their one night stand was meaningless to him!
At least she had the decency to break up with Luke afterwards, whereas Aidan was like a headless chicken trying desperately to hide the evidence from his girlfriend. Their tryst obviously meant more to Maria yet she's the slut??!! Aidan has behaved far worse than Maria in every sense, and has probably left a string of broken hearts in his wake given the 90 women he's so far slept with.
Liam is better off dead than being with someone who might have broken his heart!! Even though he was carrying on with Carla behind the back of the wife who'd borne him one son and stillborn his other child??!! :wall: :wall: :wall: :wall:
tammyy2j
17-08-2016, 11:13
I agree Liam treated Maria badly cheating with Carla but Maria has been the other woman herself a few times now she never learns and changes
They were both wrong for cheating on their partners but for some reason this is happening in soapland .. have an argument with your partner and go off and have sex with somebody else to make you feel better, of course you need to have alcohol first :wall:
I sure agree that Aidan´s behaviour afterwards was despicable and why did he visit Maria in the first place??? Just to talk about having lost a family member and nobody else understanding?? Did not make sense to me at the time and still does not when I think about it ... I wonder whether there will be another surprise pregnancy? :ninja:
tammyy2j
17-08-2016, 11:43
They were both wrong for cheating on their partners but for some reason this is happening in soapland .. have an argument with your partner and go off and have sex with somebody else to make you feel better, of course you need to have alcohol first :wall:
I sure agree that Aidan´s behaviour afterwards was despicable and why did he visit Maria in the first place??? Just to talk about having lost a family member and nobody else understanding?? Did not make sense to me at the time and still does not when I think about it ... I wonder whether there will be another surprise pregnancy? :ninja:
I don't remember any other Aidan and Maria scenes and now he is confiding in her over the loss of his mum, why not talk to Eva or Alya
I think Maria may fake a pregnancy to try and get Aidan
That would not surprise me .. she tends to be fatally attracted to any man showing her some attention :p
I agree Liam treated Maria badly cheating with Carla but Maria has been the other woman herself a few times now she never learns and changes
I agree, although unfortunately that applies to many characters in soapland.
What I strongly object to is the woman solely being blamed for sexual transgressions when it takes two to tango.
I sure agree that Aidan´s behaviour afterwards was despicable and why did he visit Maria in the first place??? Just to talk about having lost a family member and nobody else understanding?? Did not make sense to me at the time and still does not when I think about it ... I wonder whether there will be another surprise pregnancy? :ninja:
Maria has very recently grown closer to the Connor family as a whole - and rightly so since it's long been forgotten that she's related. However, as usual with Corrie, there's little attempt to create a believable build up to these sordid affairs. :wall:
Stopped going to Audrey´s and having it done by Maria :p
now leanne and steve have to work together nice timing
gemma is great enjoying her mixing with norris and rita
now leanne and steve have to work together nice timing
gemma is great enjoying her mixing with norris and rita
flappinfanny
18-08-2016, 00:08
what happened liz's hair
What is with Liz's shaggy perm. I know Coronation St lives in its own time bubble, but come on, it's not the 80's now.
I really like Erica as a character and I hope they keep her in the street and make more use of the talents of Claire King.
Maria is crazy for dumping Luke, he is gorgeous and can do so much better than the hairdresser with a moustache. Will Caz be Liams new daddy? :D
what happened liz's hair
I'm not a fan either but that's probably because it reminds me a little too much of my teenage 80s perm. :D
I do like Liz's new look on the whole though. I suspect Beverley Callard had a say in that. I remember reading an interview with her not so long ago discussing her depression and admitting it took all her courage to walk on set in Liz's skintight monstrosities. I felt really sorry for her so I'm glad she no longer has to go through that ordeal.
Speaking of Liz, her scenes with Leanne were excellent. Leanne's unexpected pregnancy is bringing out the best in the character.
Do any real life restaurants use taxis to deliver their food? It sounds like an odd arrangement to me! Surely it'd be easier and cheaper to employ someone to deliver (but then I suppose the writers would have to think up another contrivance to throw Leanne and Steve together)?
parkerman
18-08-2016, 11:41
Do any real life restaurants use taxis to deliver their food? It sounds like an odd arrangement to me! Surely it'd be easier and cheaper to employ someone to deliver (but then I suppose the writers would have to think up another contrivance to throw Leanne and Steve together)?
Every take-away I know employs their own drivers. As you say it is much cheaper to do that than use a taxi firm. Also supposing there are no taxis available when someone wants an order delivered? Or is Steve going to leave a taxi on standby just in case and lose possible fares? It's nonsense.
But than it's just another example of where the needs of a contrived storyline override reality and common sense. It happens an awful lot in Corrie!
tammyy2j
18-08-2016, 11:45
Is Luke living with Steph or back with Tyrone and Fiz?
Every take-away I know employs their own drivers. As you say it is much cheaper to do that than use a taxi firm. Also supposing there are no taxis available when someone wants an order delivered? Or is Steve going to leave a taxi on standby just in case and lose possible fares? It's nonsense.
But than it's just another example of where the needs of a contrived storyline override reality and common sense. It happens an awful lot in Corrie!
The Bistro is not really a take-away though and I think this is a new introduction that Robert has thought up so might make sense to use a taxi service to start with rather than paying staff, buying a car, insurance, tax and fuel ..
The Bistro is not really a take-away though and I think this is a new introduction that Robert has thought up so might make sense to use a taxi service to start with rather than paying staff, buying a car, insurance, tax and fuel ..
Takeaway/food delivery drivers in my area all drive their own vehicles. I assume they're self-employed and have to take care of fuel, insurance, tax etc themselves. I bet they're very cheap to employ.
Takeaway/food delivery drivers in my area all drive their own vehicles. I assume they're self-employed and have to take care of fuel, insurance, tax etc themselves. I bet they're very cheap to employ.
Never thought of that ... probably due to not living in UK for some time now :o
Never thought of that ... probably due to not living in UK for some time now :o
I may be completely wrong about it though as I'm making assumptions here!
Dungaree Annie! :rotfl:
I suppose it's as funny as you can get without upsetting the PC brigade.
Whats has happened to the army chasing Caz for being AWOL???
The RMP dont usually forget
tammyy2j
18-08-2016, 13:05
The Bistro is not really a take-away though and I think this is a new introduction that Robert has thought up so might make sense to use a taxi service to start with rather than paying staff, buying a car, insurance, tax and fuel ..
It is a storyline to have Steve in contact with Leanne and Nick regularly, Robert could employ Michael with his ice cream van if he still has it to deliver the food
Do many people get takeaways from fancy restaurant bistros, mine is from local chinese or takeaway chipper :o
Do many people get takeaways from fancy restaurant bistros, mine is from local chinese or takeaway chipper :o
Some restaurants around me do takeaways too, but they're vastly outnumbered by traditional takeaways. Just Eat and Deliveroo give a lot more options nowadays.
What has happened to all that pain that izzy was supposed to been suffering from?? Seems to have forgotten.. Surely she's not continuing to use dealers..? I thought the painkillers were not working... How come she doesn't seem to be in any pain?
tammyy2j
18-08-2016, 14:47
What has happened to all that pain that izzy was supposed to been suffering from?? Seems to have forgotten.. Surely she's not continuing to use dealers..? I thought the painkillers were not working... How come she doesn't seem to be in any pain?
It looks like she was cured in prison :p
tammyy2j
18-08-2016, 14:47
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Maria was upset and blaming Aidan because he was treating her badly and making damn sure she knew that their one night stand was meaningless to him!
At least she had the decency to break up with Luke afterwards, whereas Aidan was like a headless chicken trying desperately to hide the evidence from his girlfriend. Their tryst obviously meant more to Maria yet she's the slut??!! Aidan has behaved far worse than Maria in every sense, and has probably left a string of broken hearts in his wake given the 90 women he's so far slept with.
Liam is better off dead than being with someone who might have broken his heart!! Even though he was carrying on with Carla behind the back of the wife who'd borne him one son and stillborn his other child??!! :wall: :wall: :wall: :wall:
Decency to break up with Luke?? When poor Luke doesn't even know the reasons??? Well Maria was right in one thing-Luke does deserve someone better!
I'm quite amazed actually how many here are on Maria's side after everything she's done in the past??
Plus she's always been that barbie doll type(no brain), who just flutter their eyelashes and use that to get any man they want. Problem with Maria is-and I find this so annoying about her-that she's not emotionally strong enough to just have fun and leave it to that, but she needs to cling onto any guy who pays any attention to her! Like now with Aidan-how did it happen overnight that Aidan was suddenly so much better than Luke?? I could understand if it happened over time, but just like that..?? And I don't get it that she was blaming Aidan for what happened? 'My dear, it takes two to tango, and you didn't say no, did you?' I have no sympathy for Maria, because of the type of woman she represents..barbie/weak/whinger...like a shrieking door when she speaks as well. We all have favourites, and she's definitely not mine. Wouldn't miss if she went, like I wouldn't miss Tyrone. They should've put them together and send them two away forever!
I didn't see Aidan doing anything wrong to Maria, he regretted the mistake and probably thought Maria can put it behind too and is now shocked she can't. Well, this is soap, and it has to come out.
What I strongly object to is the woman solely being blamed for sexual transgressions when it takes two to tango.
Every situation is different but in this case I solely blame Maria. Aidan tried to fix things between Maria and Luke, regretted what happened and thought Maria would get over it too but was wrong. What else Aidan could be doing? Maria also put Aidan in a difficult position to lie to Eva even more about moving together...She's just very difficult person(Maria), don't know whether she's coming or going..not reliable.
In my opinion, aidan should just stay away from her.
Decency to break up with Luke?? When poor Luke doesn't even know the reasons??? Well Maria was right in one thing-Luke does deserve someone better!
But Luke does know the reason. Maria told him she no longer loves him, which was made apparent before her tryst with Aidan. She treated him quite badly and he's better off out of it. So yes, she did do the decent thing breaking off with him, and at least she tried to do it kindly.
I agree Luke deserves better and hope he finds someone who'll appreciate him and treat him properly.
I'm quite amazed actually how many here are on Maria's side after everything she's done in the past??
I'm not sure many here are on Maria's side exactly. I'm usually her sole defender when discussing her on the spoiler thread. However, your rant was so astonishingly vitriolic and one-sided that I think it would be hard for even other Maria haters to agree with.
Yes, Maria has behaved badly many times over the years, but no more so than many other long-running soap characters (male and female) who don't attract the same disapprobation.
Plus she's always been that barbie doll type(no brain), who just flutter their eyelashes and use that to get any man they want. Problem with Maria is-and I find this so annoying about her-that she's not emotionally strong enough to just have fun and leave it to that, but she needs to cling onto any guy who pays any attention to her! Like now with Aidan-how did it happen overnight that Aidan was suddenly so much better than Luke?? I could understand if it happened over time, but just like that..?? And I don't get it that she was blaming Aidan for what happened? 'My dear, it takes two to tango, and you didn't say no, did you?' I have no sympathy for Maria, because of the type of woman she represents..barbie/weak/whinger...like a shrieking door when she speaks as well. We all have favourites, and she's definitely not mine. Wouldn't miss if she went, like I wouldn't miss Tyrone. They should've put them together and send them two away forever!
BIB 1: a very annoying trait I agree, but also realistic. Many women feel like they can't live without a man in their lives.
BIB 2: she was blaming him for his attitude afterwards, which was cold and dismissive. He used her for comfort sex whilst apparently being in love with another woman. Maria did a bad thing by cheating on Luke, but in my opinion Aidan's behaviour was far worse for the many reasons I've already listed.
BIB 3: and yet no vitriol towards Aidan for the type of man he represents? Anything that can be said of Maria can also be said of Aidan.
I didn't see Aidan doing anything wrong to Maria, he regretted the mistake and probably thought Maria can put it behind too and is now shocked she can't. Well, this is soap, and it has to come out.
Every situation is different but in this case I solely blame Maria. Aidan tried to fix things between Maria and Luke, regretted what happened and thought Maria would get over it too but was wrong. What else Aidan could be doing? Maria also put Aidan in a difficult position to lie to Eva even more about moving together...She's just very difficult person(Maria), don't know whether she's coming or going..not reliable.
In my opinion, aidan should just stay away from her.
So extremely harsh and slut shaming words about Maria and a long list of excuses for poor Aidan.... :wall:
Luke doesn't know the truth! The real reasons why Maria dumped him-only excuses. And will be extremely hurt when it comes out.
Like said-if Maria was different type of woman, I would have more understanding on her..But the way she's been always on the street so far, no, she's not getting any sympathy from me. She's just repeating the same mistakes over and over. Aidan is new character, we still don't know that much about him or what he's capable of, but so far I've found him behaving like a normal bloke and he's been quite likeable. I don't like the way he's treating Eva, and cheating with Maria didn't help their relationship. Eva would have been better off with Jason, and I never understood the reasons why they split up..only because Jason assumed she had something going on with his dad, which in real life would have been easily solved. But this is soap, and soap needs drama.
I could do without Maria though..
Luke doesn't know the truth! The real reasons why Maria dumped him-only excuses. And will be extremely hurt when it comes out.
Like said-if Maria was different type of woman, I would have more understanding on her..But the way she's been always on the street so far, no, she's not getting any sympathy from me. She's just repeating the same mistakes over and over. Aidan is new character, we still don't know that much about him or what he's capable of, but so far I've found him behaving like a normal bloke and he's been quite likeable. I don't like the way he's treating Eva, and cheating with Maria didn't help their relationship. Eva would have been better off with Jason, and I never understood the reasons why they split up..only because Jason assumed she had something going on with his dad, which in real life would have been easily solved. But this is soap, and soap needs drama.
I could do without Maria though..
ps. actually-yes, let's compare Maria to Eva. Eva is pretty and could get any man she wanted, but doesn't cheat or take anyone's boyfriends. Plus has some spine too, unlike Maria. Eva is likeable, as was Kylie. She did cheat with Nick, but she behaved again totally different from Maria...There's so many ways for women to deal with this situations and Maria is just so....can't even find a word for it..! :D
Dazzle-what do you like me to call her then?? Lovely sweet girl is it? Sorry I can't..:D
Luke doesn't know the truth! The real reasons why Maria dumped him-only excuses. And will be extremely hurt when it comes out.
I agree Luke will be very hurt when Maria's cheating comes out. However, it has the same root cause as her recent bad treatment of him over the Caz situation - she no longer loves him. What she told him wasn't an excuse.
You might be surprised to know that I don't have much sympathy for Maria at the moment either. I'm fond of Luke and there's no doubt she's treated him badly. I simply don't think she deserves such an extreme level hate, and I detest it when females are blamed for affairs and the men let off the hook.
Like said every situation, every relationship or personality of people involved is different. I'm only talking about this one on the screen at the moment and my view about maria shouldn't be taken as my general attitude towards women, who cheat, not at all. I've been there as that 'other woman 'so I know what I'm talking about. Never easy to anyone and emotions running high..I just don't understand maria's way of thinking.. She's not a young girl anymore and with all her past one would think she would have learned something and behave differently... But no.
It takes two to tango and we must remember the actress who plays Maria is only working to the daft scripts she gets. Yes she has done things in the past and i did not like what she did with Tyrone and Fiz. But that has nothing to do with this although it hints that she can be a dysfunctional character.
Any women would be upset on how they are treated after a one night stand if the person makes comments that are hurtful making them feel used. Aidan should have been a bit more sensitive.
However, I think Maria thinks Aidan is a better catch than Luke and sees there are problems with his relationship with Eva and that there may be an opportunity there. I do not think Aidan and Eva have chemistry and neither do Aidan and Maria. He would be better off with Alya.
But i have not been impressed with Aidan recently. I mean how is Eva supposed to know its his mums birthday she is not a mind reader!
We can sometimes all feel strongly about certain characters I know i do and we all have different views which should be respected even if we disagree
It takes two to tango and we must remember the actress who plays Maria is only working to the daft scripts she gets. Yes she has done things in the past and i did not like what she did with Tyrone and Fiz. But that has nothing to do with this although it hints that she can be a dysfunctional character.
Any women would be upset on how they are treated after a one night stand if the person makes comments that are hurtful making them feel used. Aidan should have been a bit more sensitive.
However, I think Maria thinks Aidan is a better catch than Luke and sees there are problems with his relationship with Eva and that there may be an opportunity there. I do not think Aidan and Eva have chemistry and neither do Aidan and Maria. He would be better off with Alya.
But i have not been impressed with Aidan recently. I mean how is Eva supposed to know its his mums birthday she is not a mind reader!
We can sometimes all feel strongly about certain characters I know i do and we all have different views which should be respected even if we disagree
I'm sure all here understand that we are talking about the characters, not the real people behind them??! Surely?!
Let's say it then to make clear to everyone - i don't have anything against the actress playing Maria, I just don't like maria.
I'm sure all here understand that we are talking about the characters, not the real people behind them??! Surely?!
Let's say it then to make clear to everyone - i don't have anything against the actress playing Maria, I just don't like maria.
However, I think Maria thinks Aidan is a better catch than Luke and sees there are problems with his relationship with Eva and that there may be an opportunity there.
I don't currently think there's any more to it than that she's fallen for Aidan, but we'll see how the story unfolds. I'm definitely not going to be on her side if she starts chasing him. I hope she has more respect - for herself and Eva.
I don't currently think there's any more to it than that she's fallen for Aidan, but we'll see how the story unfolds. I'm definitely not going to be on her side if she starts chasing him. I hope she has more respect - for herself and Eva.
I can imagine that Maria will turn into a bunny boiler with regards to Aidan, not necessarily because she has feelings for him but more out of revenge for the way he has treated her since ...
I can imagine that Maria will turn into a bunny boiler with regards to Aidan, not necessarily because she has feelings for him but more out of revenge for the way he has treated her since ...
That's certainly a possibility after she did the same to Tyrone. :p
I do think she was supposed to be having some kind of breakdown at the time so hopefully it won't happen again! :D
Snagglepus
19-08-2016, 15:42
Maria has only had a quick s**g with Aidan, she is not in a relationship with him so what does she expect.
What should Aidan have said, "That was great but no more thanks"?
What was it she said afterwards, "I can't believe that just happened" I think it was, well it doesn't just happen without you knowing what is going on. There is no such thing as "and the next thing I knew was..."
Maria has only had a quick s**g with Aidan, she is not in a relationship with him so what does she expect.
What should Aidan have said, "That was great but no more thanks"?
What was it she said afterwards, "I can't believe that just happened" I think it was, well it doesn't just happen without you knowing what is going on. There is no such thing as "and the next thing I knew was..."
I guess she supposed he might have some feelings for her or that he'd at least treat her decently afterwards even if he did instantly regret it. Not unreasonable in my book!
How long in advance does Corrie film? Does anyone know? Someone mentioned 6-8 weeks, is this true? But is it 6 weeks or 8 weeks?
How long in advance does Corrie film? Does anyone know? Someone mentioned 6-8 weeks, is this true? But is it 6 weeks or 8 weeks?
Depends on the shows ... I have read that EastEnders film around 6 - 12 weeks in advance, Hollyoaks around 4 months, I believe. Corrie and Emmerdale will be along those lines too.
Guess it depends on the storylines and how often the show is being transmitted every week?? Australian soaps seem to be filmed ahead even longer
How long in advance does Corrie film? Does anyone know? Someone mentioned 6-8 weeks, is this true? But is it 6 weeks or 8 weeks?
Corrie episodes are indeed filmed 6-8 weeks ahead of schedule according to Stuart Blackburn (in this (http://www.youview.com/blog/2014/10/16/people-who-make-tv-coronation-street/) interesting interview). However, I think that's just a generalisation and it'd be impossible to put a precise figure on it because many episodes are filmed simultaneously.
Also, in the run up to Christmas there's more intensive filming done so that episodes are banked in order to give the cast and crew a break over the holidays, meaning the difference will be greater.
I do not see what they see in Aidan. He came into the show with a storyline that was him ripping off his dad off thousands of pounds forcing him out of retirement.
No apologies he saw it as his right.
I find his really tight fitted shirts annoying, I think the fashion dept are trying to make him appear slimmer but he just looks uncomfortable. Give him shirts that fit. At least during the summer he is not wearing that white coat,
I do not see what they see in Aidan. He came into the show with a storyline that was him ripping off his dad off thousands of pounds forcing him out of retirement.
No apologies he saw it as his right.
I find his really tight fitted shirts annoying, I think the fashion dept are trying to make him appear slimmer but he just looks uncomfortable. Give him shirts that fit. At least during the summer he is not wearing that white coat,
Corrie episodes are indeed filmed 6-8 weeks ahead of schedule according to Stuart Blackburn (in this (http://www.youview.com/blog/2014/10/16/people-who-make-tv-coronation-street/) interesting interview). However, I think that's just a generalisation and it'd be impossible to put a precise figure on it because many episodes are filmed simultaneously.
Also, in the run up to Christmas there's more intensive filming done so that episodes are banked in order to give the cast and crew a break over the holidays, meaning the difference will be greater.
Thanks for the reply :) I'm just trying to figure out when Todd & Billy scenes will air from when they were filmed (based off tweets) lol. I know Dan and Bruno filmed some scenes July 19. I have no idea when those will air though, I'm guessing sometime in September.
i know babies are made fast in soaps but seriously aidan thinking maria was already up the duffy :wall:
flappinfanny
20-08-2016, 00:21
i know babies are made fast in soaps but seriously aidan thinking maria was already up the duffy :wall:
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