Robert and Aaron - Robron

[Fhionnuisce2]

Hi EddyBee, we chat on both threads LOL

I think its getting assaulted tonight - Joy

well its all happening quickly so hopefully it then moves on to the next stage but its it really the case that other prisoners would be so bothered that aaron was gay if he hadn't come on to them or anything? Not sure how realistic that is actually.

Jason definitely has more to his story and maybe his gang just go along with him not really knowing the full picture.

[Sug-din]

well its all happening quickly so hopefully it then moves on to the next stage but its it really the case that other prisoners would be so bothered that aaron was gay if he hadn't come on to them or anything? Not sure how realistic that is actually.

Jason definitely has more to his story and maybe his gang just go along with him not really knowing the full picture.

Unfortunately some of them maybe just go along with Jason regardless of wether they agree or not as they probably feel it's safer and they won't end up being beaten up themselves.

[Paul_Robs]

Unfortunately some of them maybe just go along with Jason regardless of wether they agree or not as they probably feel it's safer and they won't end up being beaten up themselves.

Yes this is how bullies in institutions work, I think this may have been an issue in the armed forces before they came to their senses but prisons are full of Neanderthals like the Jason character and I am afraid they target those who are different.

Jason as top dog with his other cronies will want to control everyone and a new comer like who is pretty handy with his fists and knows how to bully back will be a real threat to Jason. Jason discovering is gay is extremely useful as other inmates would be nervous about associating even if they like and see him as a "straight acting gay" (hope that makes sense) the reason will get beaten up is to stop him getting followers.

Homosexuality is quite mainstream now and many of the prisoners will probably have close family or friends who are gay, I do appreciate there are massive issues in prisons regarding abuse which is so sad in these modern times.

[Sug-din]

Just watched tonights but I'm not going to give any comment until I know everyone else has caught up.

[Paul_Robs]

Just watched, surprise Robron scene, ED are really not telling us the full story as we have had more Robron than anyone was expecting up to now.

The beating and subsequent scenes were very raw and upsetting, I know it would have been difficult but should not have hit Jason, that gave him justification in his mind to hit so the next 2-3 weeks are going to be dreadful but the authorities and family are going to see deteriorate and I cannot see letting that pass by without some action.

I was glad to hear that the appeal was in progress as that hadn't been mentioned before and the fact that the lawyer also thought the sentence was very harsh, hopefully not matter what says to he will get out ASAP.

Its not going to be a fun month but it will be well acted and hopefully IanMc will deliver Robron back home and working on recovery and rebuilding things again as they will both be mentally damaged of course in different ways, not sure on the drugs thing, I would have preferred the homophobia/Gordon issue to be tackled but lets see how it plays out in the episodes.

The other place are still banging on about the Bex thing, it would be perfect if thats not what people have blown it up to be as in my opinion with all the recent Robron stuff it would be OOC for booze or no booze - come on IanMc if you can make this Robert not making a pass at Bex then get another scene filmed XXX

[Sug-din]

Just watched, surprise Robron scene, ED are really not telling us the full story as we have had more Robron than anyone was expecting up to now.

The beating and subsequent scenes were very raw and upsetting, I know it would have been difficult but should not have hit Jason, that gave him justification in his mind to hit so the next 2-3 weeks are going to be dreadful but the authorities and family are going to see deteriorate and I cannot see letting that pass by without some action.

I was glad to hear that the appeal was in progress as that hadn't been mentioned before and the fact that the lawyer also thought the sentence was very harsh, hopefully not matter what says to he will get out ASAP.

Its not going to be a fun month but it will be well acted and hopefully IanMc will deliver Robron back home and working on recovery and rebuilding things again as they will both be mentally damaged of course in different ways, not sure on the drugs thing, I would have preferred the homophobia/Gordon issue to be tackled but lets see how it plays out in the episodes.

The other place are still banging on about the Bex thing, it would be perfect if thats not what people have blown it up to be as in my opinion with all the recent Robron stuff it would be OOC for booze or no booze - come on IanMc if you can make this Robert not making a pass at Bex then get another scene filmed XXX

Poor Robert looked absolutely wrecked in that visit scene - he is devastated about Aaron and feels so responsible now, dear knows how he going is to feel about the beatings and the drugs. They are just completely off the scale those two when they do scenes like that together.

It does look like it may be a miscarriage of justice with regards to the length of the sentencing so surely that should reduce it considerably.

I just hope that these beatings don't continue for too long - I know we don't see a great deal of it but the physical affects are bound to have terrible consequences for Aaron especially when you think what he went through during SSW. I know they are trying to bring the attention of homophobia and drug problems to the attention of the public but to put them both on the same character in this way does seems to be a bit much.

The recovery of them both when Aaron is released will be another hard period but this will hopefully show even more how much they can pull together and make their bond even stronger.

I know we shouldn't judge this Bex scene until we've seen how it plays out but I do think it is really unnecessary to have gone down that route with everything else that is going on especially considering what is supposed to be the main focus of the storyline. Even if they'd just had Robert taking to drink would have been sufficient and how they coped with that.

No matter what happens we know that both Ryan and Danny will deliver some amazing performances - hopefully cementing their chances of winning the Couples awards!

[angeldust]

The other place are still banging on about the Bex thing, it would be perfect if thats not what people have blown it up to be as in my opinion with all the recent Robron stuff it would be OOC for booze or no booze - come on IanMc if you can make this Robert not making a pass at Bex then get another scene filmed XXX

I know. I was getting really confused on the other thread today because there were pages and pages about Bex/Robert and I assumed that there had been further spoilers released but it was all just speculation I've seen a lot of comments about how this Bex/Robert thing is overshadowing the prison thing but I think people are allowing that to happen and working themselves up just by reading a one line spoiler. For me, I'm more interested in the prison storyline and Robron. I'll just wait until the actual Bex/Robert scene airs before I make any kind of judgment because it's really not worth getting so stressed about

[EddyBee]

Good morning.

Looks like last night's episode has stunned everyone into silence.

Maybe it's a generational thing but I like my soaps to be a little on the 'light' side, especially at 7pm in the evening. I don't mind darker themes for a few episodes, especially when important issues are being raised, but Aaron's present storyline has gone beyond being merely 'darker'. It's gone into the realms of horror, torture and sadism. I've followed and loved the character of Aaron for many years and this sort of thing happening to him and being so graphically portrayed is not for me. It's not what I watch a soapy drama for.

I respect the fact that many of you will disagree with me. It all comes down to personal tastes and choices.

I may watch on Monday as I do not want to get out of touch with the flow of the storyline and I'll just switch off if I find things get too unpleasant.

[Fhionnuisce2]

Good morning.

Looks like last night's episode has stunned everyone into silence.

Maybe it's a generational thing but I like my soaps to be a little on the 'light' side, especially at 7pm in the evening. I don't mind darker themes for a few episodes, especially when important issues are being raised, but Aaron's present storyline has gone beyond being merely 'darker'. It's gone into the realms of horror, torture and sadism. I've followed and loved the character of Aaron for many years and this sort of thing happening to him and being so graphically portrayed is not for me. It's not what I watch a soapy drama for.

I respect the fact that many of you will disagree with me. It all comes down to personal tastes and choices.

I may watch on Monday as I do not want to get out of touch with the flow of the storyline and I'll just switch off if I find things get too unpleasant.

morning Eddie or maybe afternoon now

I'd say stick with it cos although its bit grim at the moment I just working on thinking that the grimmer it gets then the fluffier and loved up it will be when this is over

I think ed got a bit of shock with reaction to the supposed bex thing (which will turn out to be nothing anyway) and had to tweet to keep fans on board so they will be aware that they can only go so far.

Danny also knows his fans feelings but from his pov as actor this is all meaty stuff that sure to win him awards

actually I thought last nite was not as bad as it could have been and although the end with Jason was horrible when they all went in the cell a lot of it was shaddows and i bet they got their laugh throwing there arms about in the light

[Han_00]

Good morning.

Looks like last night's episode has stunned everyone into silence.

Maybe it's a generational thing but I like my soaps to be a little on the 'light' side, especially at 7pm in the evening. I don't mind darker themes for a few episodes, especially when important issues are being raised, but Aaron's present storyline has gone beyond being merely 'darker'. It's gone into the realms of horror, torture and sadism. I've followed and loved the character of Aaron for many years and this sort of thing happening to him and being so graphically portrayed is not for me. It's not what I watch a soapy drama for.

I respect the fact that many of you will disagree with me. It all comes down to personal tastes and choices.

I may watch on Monday as I do not want to get out of touch with the flow of the storyline and I'll just switch off if I find things get too unpleasant.

Hi Eddy, I feel the same to be honest. I haven't watched any full episodes at all this week but have been checking here and twitter etc, so I have seen snippets - mainly the visiting scenes with both boys - I've not seen any of the fight scenes, the photos look bad enough!

I know they're highlighting important issues and I'm sure Danny is doing a great job - but I just can't bring myself to watch it! I'll definitely go back and watch full episodes at some point but I'm not sure when.

I think there are quite a few people who feel like us, judging by social media. I'd rather not be made to feel depressed and stressed every evening, I think I'll wait and do it all in one big hit...with a bucket of G&T