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Old 07-06-2012, 12:46   #51
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For Hollyoaks:

The characters of Maddie (Scarlett Bowman) and Will (James Atherton) are very negatively viewed by many of the audience, with some going as far to say they are among the most hated in HO history. What is your reaction to this, and what are your plans for these characters?
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Old 07-06-2012, 14:24   #52
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In regards to Sophie Webster, will she have another storyline again soon?
That's an easy one. There are much-documented spoilers revealing the big sl coming up very shortly for Sophie.
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Old 07-06-2012, 14:24   #53
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I would like to know why Hollyoaks' Tony is so underused nowadays. Has Nick Pickard asked for a reduced role?
Good question! I want to know about Tony too. He hasn't really been used much since Grace. He's had the odd little storyline, but he's just used as spare parts for the odd line here and there, or to interact with the teens.

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There are quite a few Hollyoaks continuity things I'd like to get clarified, but I'm too scared to ask in case the continuity gets rewritten in order to forget about certain things..
Well, it can't really get any worse than it is now......... can it?
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Old 07-06-2012, 14:41   #54
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whats gonna happen with marcus and maria, is romance on the cards, is marcuses desire to have children gonna come up again?

the sl with tyrone and kirsty so far has been brilliant. will we get to know any more about kirstys past, her past relationships, her relationship with her parents etc?

sunita has been portrayed as rather promiscuous of late and viewers have been rather thrown by it, will they tone her down again after her affair with karl comes out?

there seems to be some bad tension between karl and eva, will this be developed?

will tina and tommy reunite?


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why are characters sexuality changed so abruptly, don't you think this is rather unrealistic?

where did the character of jodie go and why was it never explained where she went?

the six form, maddie especially, arnt being very well received and people are saying they are taking too much time away from other established characters how are you gonna turn this around?

will we see more of the older cast members jack, frankie, diane etc

Esther seams very popular with viewers, but many think she has been very underused since she arrived have you any plans for her?

many characters, maddie for example behave disgusting and appallingly but never pay any consequences, do you think thats a positive message to send out?
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Old 07-06-2012, 14:43   #55
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Coronation Street:
Natalie Gumede is a fantastic addition to the cast, do you plan on keeping Kirsty in the show for as long as Natalie wants to stay?

Will Ryan Thomas (Jason Grimshaw) ever get a meaty storyline?

Emmerdale:
Emma Atkins (Charity Sharma) is one of the best actresses and one of the best soap characters currently in Soap. I know she's had a few sidelined storylines, but is she ever going to be given a central storyline of her own in which she can get her teeth into?

The Thomas family was one of the greatest families in soap. Why have you decided to take the route you have with them when they were so good together?

Thanks, Daniel
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Old 07-06-2012, 15:20   #56
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Oaks

Do you have any plans to continue balancing the amount of screentime characters get? For example, the system of a week full of teens then a week full of McQueens isn't necessarily a popular one.

What is the upcoming future for Brendan? Are you going to continue the great character development viewers once enjoyed? Giving him more depth.. the subject of him being a product of his past etc

Many people have complained that this years storylines have been very short, rushed and lacked the pushing boundaries reputation oaks used to have. Do you have plans to go back to the shows roots of being the first show to tackle taboo subjects no one else is brave enough too?

Why did the team decide to make Doug gay as opposed to bi? Many viewers felt that lacked logic given everything we've seen of that character to date

How do viewers opinions shape your vision of a character? Some are almost universally disliked yet show no progression as a character into a positive light, whereas others are by nature villains yet hugely loved.
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Old 07-06-2012, 15:56   #57
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Home and Away:

will you be reverting back to titles and theme tune in the future? it makes the show feel un-complete! *please!*

Coronation Street:

When will we see the new street on TV, Will there be any changes on the new street, if so what? and will their be a storyline? or will it just appear? and what are the plans for the current street?

Emmerdale:

What are the plans for the 40th? will there be a big disaster? and any deaths? or returns?


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Old 07-06-2012, 17:41   #58
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Neighbours' Richard Jasek:

I have noticed the older characters getting thankfully more attention than under the last producer - is this something you felt was needed in the show? Are there any other elements you think have been lacking of late and which you hope to rectify?
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Old 07-06-2012, 18:54   #59
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Coronation Street:

- Will Kirsty be a long-term character who we will see change her ways and settle down with Tyrone or are her and the domestic abuse just a storyline for him and she will eventually leave?

- What's next for Steve, could him and Tracy ever be a proper couple, or maybe him and Eileen?

- An obvious question, but will Peter and Leanne ever get back together? If not, will him and Carla stay together and could they actually settle down, perhaps have kids?

- Will Sally and Kevin get back together? What's next for Sophie? & And there are any plans to bring any other Websters in, for example bringing back Kevin's sister Debbie and her family?

- Will Norris ever find love?

- Are Marcus and Maria going to get together?

Hollyoaks:

- Who's Riley going to chose - Mercedes, Lynsey or Mitzee?

- Do you ever read criticism on the internet and take it into account?

- Will Silas ever come back, perhaps reaping revenge on one final victim?

- Are Jen and Tilly going to start an affair?
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Old 07-06-2012, 18:56   #60
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For Casualty.

I love the friendship/marriage between paramedics Dixie and Jeff and in a recent episode "Teenage Dreams." Dixie shared that she sometimes thought about what it would be like to be a mother. Will this ever be revisited?
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Old 07-06-2012, 19:06   #61
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Casualty - will Tess and Charlie get a storyline soon? The last big storyline they were involved was the suicide of Megan in 2010.

Why have the episodes been reduced?
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Old 07-06-2012, 19:15   #62
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Hollyoaks - What are your plans for Ste&Doug? Will they have a future together, or is it just a brief relationship?

(I certainly hope they have a future together!)
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Old 07-06-2012, 19:52   #63
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Got some questions for Neighbours:

Many fans have expressed disappointment at the portrayal of certain social issues. Could we see Neighbours turn PG now its digital channel permits it to do so and become more daring and controversial?

Will we see more established family groups in the show and less waifs and strays?

As Susan no longer has any friends, could we see some characters of her age group introduced?

As Malcolm Kennedy's return was popular, could we see him become a regular again?

Which faces from the past are your favourite, and who would you like to see back?

Many long-term fans were annoyed by the backstory to Kate and Sophie Ramsay, when writers erased part of the history of the show which rocked its foundations to the very core. Could we see this rectified in future?

It has been noticed that Chris' first gay romance didn't receive as much build-up or screen time as most of the straight romances, could we see a more daring love story for Chris in future?

The previews at the beginning of the week, and at the end of the episode, have been poorly received by fans, as they seem to reveal a lot and undermine the cliffhanger. Are these to remain or could they be removed in future?


Over the past few years many fans have complained about the dark appearance of the show due to lighting and sets, which has failed to portray the sunny, welcoming environment the show was always known for. Meanwhile Home and Away's production standards are outstanding, having also used the colour grading firm Thaumaturgy to enhance the visual quality. What are your feelings on the production quality of Neighbours?


Thanks, sorry - I know there are a lot!
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Old 07-06-2012, 20:44   #64
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Just copying the questions from Neighboursfans.com

Credit goes to "stephenisthebest" and "spashley"

1) With Summer Hoyland (Jordy Lucas) set to stay with Neighbours for at least another two years, are there any plans to bring back any of her family members such as Izzy (Natalie Bassingthwaighte), Max (Stephen Lovatt) or Boyd (Kyal Marsh)? Summer needs her family.

2) Is there anything coming up that will stretch Jackie and Alan's superb acting talents?
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Old 07-06-2012, 21:01   #65
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Thanks Daniel. If you get time, an Archers interview would be great.

Hollyoaks:
Will Barney be getting a big storyline of his own?

Neighbours:
Will there be any more set makeovers? Harold's Store has needed an update for quite a while.

Will Bob Morley be returning to Neighbours? I feel like Aidan and Chris' story is not done yet.

Was Troy always going to be Jade's abusive ex or was history rewritten?

Will there be anymore Kapoors turning up, maybe another child?

Home and Away:
Marilyn is a great character, but she's spent far too long helping other people with their problems. Will she be getting her own storyline soon or maybe even a love interest?

Will Liam and Bianca get back together in the future?

Were there ever plans to write Ada Nicodemou's pregnancy into the show?

Now Colleen's departed, are there any plans to bring in Morag full time or perhaps a new older character?
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Old 07-06-2012, 21:53   #66
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Casualty - Zoe and Jordan do belong together, please.
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Old 07-06-2012, 22:56   #67
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Hollyoaks:

Many viewers have been concerned about the character direction of Brendan. The darkness is, of course, integral to the character but his greatest strength is his complexity and his vulnerable moments. However, there is a sense that the character is moving towards a more two dimensional villain role in light of the decision to place Ste with Doug. Can you assure viewers that the show still is interested in showing Brendan as the fantastic, complex character he is? And won't simply be used as a foil to make Doug look better?
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Old 07-06-2012, 23:23   #68
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What's gonna happen between Maria and Marcus - they have amazing chemistry!
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Old 08-06-2012, 02:06   #69
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Will there be any more set makeovers? Harold's Store has needed an update for quite a while.
Forgot this, it is actually a fairly important question, Harold's Store looks hideous
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Old 08-06-2012, 02:36   #70
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Corrie:

Q: I have never been so invested in a soap couple as I am in Carla & Peter. I adore their love story. After all the heartache with her past relationships, I'd love for Peter to be the one. Can you tell us if they'll stay together long-term?

Q: Out of Carla / Peter / Leanne - Carla's actually seemed to be the one showing the most consideration for Simon's feelings, I'd love her and Peter to have a kid of their own... could this be on the cards? (A girl please!)

Q: Now we're having Carla's brother Rob turning up, can you give us any hints about what we might learn about their past / childhood? And will any more of Carla's relatives be turning up - like her dad or other siblings?

Q: There are hints that Leanne & Nick get back together - I always thought they were better suited. Will they be together long term? And if so, will SImon be as hostile towards Nick as he has been towards Carla?


Emmerdale:

Q: Will Jake ever find out that Alicia isn't his biological mother?

Q: Are Ashley and Laurel going to reunite? Or is she going to end up with Marlon instead?
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Old 08-06-2012, 05:58   #71
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Callum and Maddie be getting back together and will Maddie start showing her softer side morel often?
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Old 08-06-2012, 10:57   #72
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Coronation Street

When the soap moves next year, will the titles be changed to suit the change?

Will we see the Butchers being used in the future, or is it being left empty?

With the soap moving, is there any plans to change the interior look of the Rovers?

Are there any plans for Terry's viaduct unit to be used or will it be left empty, Nick seemed interested in expanding, so maybe he will buy it?
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Old 08-06-2012, 13:52   #73
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Hollyoaks:
  • I'd like to praise Emma Smithwick on bringing the show a new community feel as it's made the show feel so much better. However, will we see more of the girls book club and the boys group that she teased on twitter?
  • Looking at the spoilers ahead for the summer months there certainly looks like there's a lot of drama ahead, i.e: Carmel's injuries, Mercedes/Riley/Lynsey and Mitzeee & Martha's alcohol troubles, but will they be on for a couple of weeks followed by some clear aftermath as not many SL's have had this and it's bringing the show down at the moment.
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Old 08-06-2012, 16:00   #74
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Why have the senior characters except Edna been pushed to the sidelines so much that they have become bit part actors or invisible altogether?
In this I include Diane. Not just Betty, Pearl and Alan.

And why are inexperienced young actors [and bad actors] given so much heavy stuff to do when they aren't up to the job?

And why are the lines certain characters are given so repetitive? If it is to make sure viewers get the message, it isn't doing that, it is making us dislike the show because we are seeing the same thing happen over and over and over.
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Old 08-06-2012, 16:31   #75
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What's gonna happen between Maria and Marcus - they have amazing chemistry!
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