BIB...I hate to the one to point this out..but this is a soap and the "other students" were simply extras with no hope of ever getting a line to utter.
And I hate to be the one to point this out, but I would hope that everybody knows that we are discussing a fictional programme. Without wishing to be confrontational, I do not understand the mentality of posters that come onto a forum like this just to comment 'you know it's not real don't you' or similar in a superior manner.
We know that supporting artists won't speak as there isn't the necessary budget and they were just focussing on the one character for the specific plot. However, within the context of the fictional universe, where he was one of 10 students, it was not fair that he was taking up the majority of all the clinical skills teachers time.
Just to be even more pedantic, despite what DS thinks, it's still not a soap.
Very true , although the BAFTA's seem to think it is and I guess as a show that is transmitted 52 weeks a year and have ongoing 'romantic entanglements' for the regualt characters the lines are blurred,
I've just read in a DS interview that Patsy Kensity would consider a return to soaps once her sons have left home. Please lets hope that her sons never leave home or if she does go back to TV she stays away from Holby!!
I've just read in a DS interview that Patsy Kensity would consider a return to soaps once her sons have left home. Please lets hope that her sons never leave home or if she does go back to TV she stays away from Holby!!
I liked Faye, but I get a feeling from here that I might be slightly alone in that. Why aren't people a fan of hers? I must admit, I never quite understood the whole thing about have a few ex husbands who died under suspicious consequences and her arrival story with whatever went on in Dubai or wherever it was. Perhaps I missed her crucial episodes.
I liked Faye, but I get a feeling from here that I might be slightly alone in that. Why aren't people a fan of hers? I must admit, I never quite understood the whole thing about have a few ex husbands who died under suspicious consequences and her arrival story with whatever went on in Dubai or wherever it was. Perhaps I missed her crucial episodes.
To be fair I don't think my problem was with Faye but instead with Patsy Kensit and that pout of hers! I felt the same about Leslie Ash!! :rolleyes:
I am wondering whether Greg has actually led Lucy into saying that she has been abused by her father. In suspected abuse situations (as a teacher) we have to be very careful not to ask leading questions which put suggested actions into the mind of the young person. I think some of his questions were very leading. It's possible that Lucy is a very emotionally unbalanced young girl. She seemed quite provocative with Greg (which can be a sign of abuse) but she latched onto him in quite an inappropriate way. Also he interviewed her alone.....very inappropriate. I think the father may be innocent and that the proverbial is about to hit the fan for our Irish Doc. Of course I will probably be very wrong as usual!
I am wondering whether Greg has actually led Lucy into saying that she has been abused by her father. In suspected abuse situations (as a teacher) we have to be very careful not to ask leading questions which put suggested actions into the mind of the young person. I think some of his questions were very leading. It's possible that Lucy is a very emotionally unbalanced young girl. She seemed quite provocative with Greg (which can be a sign of abuse) but she latched onto him in quite an inappropriate way. Also he interviewed her alone.....very inappropriate. I think the father may be innocent and that the proverbial is about to hit the fan for our Irish Doc. Of course I will probably be very wrong as usual!
That's a very interesting theory. I do think that she displayed 'typical' abuse features though but it will be interesting to see if the story develops any further.
That's a very interesting theory. I do think that she displayed 'typical' abuse features though but it will be interesting to see if the story develops any further.
Also I wonder if the allegation of abuse may be turned on Greg?
I've just got around to this week's episode and (embarrassingly) i physically shook as the camera focused in and Lucy's dad was looking through the scanning room camera
Good episode this week, i thought the actress playing Lucy was rather good indeed
The Malick/Spike storyline was good but I agree it felt a bit 'lesson of the week'.. my ears did prick up when he said the word gay though lol (as did Malick's )
If the writers can carry on in the same vain; results of which we saw this week, we'll have the programme we love back to its full potential. There have been some dire storylines, most notably around one person dragging another one down with her. However, after Tuesday, we saw the Rick/Spence Malik/Dan relationships entertain us. Let's just hope next week we're not disappointed. The exit of Frieda can be saved but ONLY if the stronger characters are back at the forefront on a regular basis. If we're just going to see more of Eddi and Sacha/Chrissie, then forget it. That's another example of what was once a great chacter, Sasha being destroyed by one of the weaker females in the programme. Frieda will be a hard act to follow but then again, how many thought that once Connie left, it would never be the same - then entered the brilliant Hanssen.
Only just got round to watching it. Thought it was a good solid episode.
Loved the Michael/Ric/Annalise stuff, and I did think there was a spark between Michael and Annalise again - if she comes back in 6 months time who knows what might happen. I don't know what to make of Michael going to some solstice party but he does have a wild side!
Greg was great with the girl - too bad he is only getting his chance to shine just as he is leaving. She who shall not be named really dragged his character down.
Also great to see Darwin without she who shall not be named, and Elliot being given a bit more to do. Jac wasn't in it enough but was very funny with her tactful line re Greg.
I'm with those who found Spike annoying and for sure we will see him again. Hope he doesn't drag Malik down with him!!
Dan is being nicer these days and a good friend to Malik at long last.
Can't wait for Serena Campbell to arrive on Keller!!
You don't have to be poor to not own a laptop :rolleyes:
Poor Greg
Especially as her dad had just bought her an iPad which is (in most cases) more expensive than a laptop
What was the accent that blonde patient, who Malick mistakenly told was pregnant? It seemed to fluctuate from South African to Australian to New Zealand to Swedish to German in the space of 30 seconds.
+ Typical that Greg got so watchable when he was on his way out! I actually began to wish he wasn't going. His own abuse finally being revealed was so sad As bad as it was, I could understand why he didn't want to revive the father. Loved Hanssen's involvement in the story, plus it got Elliot back on the screen Glad Marie-Claire was back. Too bad Greg and her didn't properly make a go of it instead of him choosing to moon over the other one (who's name was mentioned twice tonight! grr:mad:)
+ Michael's daughter was such a brat :mad: And that Ella one really annoyed me. All these med students seem to be clones of each other and it's irritating. They either find it too much and want to quit, or they're overly keen and are constantly in the way! His and Sacha's interaction was great too Much prefer Sacha when he's away from Chrissie.
+ Malick had lost the over-confidence and it was nicer to see. I'm hoping he doesn't turn eventually cold hearted though. I'm worried what effect this Selena woman could have on him. Still loving his relationship with Chantelle
really enjoyed tonights and last weeks episode , I hope this means the writers are back on track now they don't have to write sahira into every scene .
I thought Greg's storyline was holby writing at its best it's shame he is now leaving
I enjoyed tonight's episode. I have much more sympathy with Greg's character when he's not mooning after Sahira! I thought MacLiam's acting was excellent and the scenes between him and Elliot, and later with Marie-Claire were quite touching. Spence's daughter is quite irritating though, although not quite as irritating as that patient's bizarre accent! I actually ended up looking the actress up to see where she's from!
oh i hope it wasnt marie clare that put the rumour on the intranet!
and jasmin is one spoilled cow!
I get a feeling it WAS Marie-Claire - she was certainly quick enough to go running telling tales ... also might be why she was sad at the end - she didn't think out the consequences of spreading gossip on the staff intranet and felt slightly guilty about Greg leaving..
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And I hate to be the one to point this out, but I would hope that everybody knows that we are discussing a fictional programme. Without wishing to be confrontational, I do not understand the mentality of posters that come onto a forum like this just to comment 'you know it's not real don't you' or similar in a superior manner.
We know that supporting artists won't speak as there isn't the necessary budget and they were just focussing on the one character for the specific plot. However, within the context of the fictional universe, where he was one of 10 students, it was not fair that he was taking up the majority of all the clinical skills teachers time.
Very true
I liked Faye, but I get a feeling from here that I might be slightly alone in that. Why aren't people a fan of hers? I must admit, I never quite understood the whole thing about have a few ex husbands who died under suspicious consequences and her arrival story with whatever went on in Dubai or wherever it was. Perhaps I missed her crucial episodes.
To be fair I don't think my problem was with Faye but instead with Patsy Kensit and that pout of hers! I felt the same about Leslie Ash!! :rolleyes:
That's a very interesting theory. I do think that she displayed 'typical' abuse features though but it will be interesting to see if the story develops any further.
Also I wonder if the allegation of abuse may be turned on Greg?
Good episode this week, i thought the actress playing Lucy was rather good indeed
The Malick/Spike storyline was good but I agree it felt a bit 'lesson of the week'.. my ears did prick up when he said the word gay though lol (as did Malick's
Loved the Michael/Ric/Annalise stuff, and I did think there was a spark between Michael and Annalise again - if she comes back in 6 months time who knows what might happen. I don't know what to make of Michael going to some solstice party but he does have a wild side!
Greg was great with the girl - too bad he is only getting his chance to shine just as he is leaving. She who shall not be named really dragged his character down.
Also great to see Darwin without she who shall not be named, and Elliot being given a bit more to do. Jac wasn't in it enough but was very funny with her tactful line re Greg.
I'm with those who found Spike annoying and for sure we will see him again. Hope he doesn't drag Malik down with him!!
Dan is being nicer these days and a good friend to Malik at long last.
Can't wait for Serena Campbell to arrive on Keller!!
Me! :eek:
Poor Greg
and jasmin is one spoilled cow!
Especially as her dad had just bought her an iPad which is (in most cases) more expensive than a laptop
What was the accent that blonde patient, who Malick mistakenly told was pregnant? It seemed to fluctuate from South African to Australian to New Zealand to Swedish to German in the space of 30 seconds.
+ Michael's daughter was such a brat :mad: And that Ella one really annoyed me. All these med students seem to be clones of each other and it's irritating. They either find it too much and want to quit, or they're overly keen and are constantly in the way! His and Sacha's interaction was great too
+ Malick had lost the over-confidence and it was nicer to see. I'm hoping he doesn't turn eventually cold hearted though. I'm worried what effect this Selena woman could have on him. Still loving his relationship with Chantelle
I thought Greg's storyline was holby writing at its best it's shame he is now leaving
I liked Lucy's storyline being finished off for Gregs exit. Seemed very fitting.
Found the lady with the accent very funny. Which was a nice contrast to the seriousness of the episode.
The new GS consultant seems evil :eek:
I get a feeling it WAS Marie-Claire - she was certainly quick enough to go running telling tales ... also might be why she was sad at the end - she didn't think out the consequences of spreading gossip on the staff intranet and felt slightly guilty about Greg leaving..
Never liked her - hope she leaves soon too.