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Post by sistertwist on Jun 19, 2011 21:24:45 GMT -5
Cheerios, your grasp of the narrative always amazes me. You always remember contextual details that escape me. In this case Rae's the miscarriage being contemporaneous with Noah's pursuit of Stephen. I appreciate you pointing that out.
It seems the general consensus on this particular forum is that Stephen should move on from Brendan and never look back. Is that how most of you see it? Does anyone feel that Brendan is redeemable, or even worth redeeming?
It seems to me that the followers of the storyline fall into three camps: Those that care most for Ste's welfare, those that care most for Brendan's welfare and those that care most for the relationship perhaps even at the cost of either or both of the characters. Does that seem about right?
Assuming basic agreement, it seems to me that most here are in Stephen's camp, wanting his well being first and foremost, and, while some still enjoy Brendan's antics, most are becoming slightly resentful because they feel Ste is being left behind storywise and POV-wise. Is that in the ballpark?
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Post by sistertwist on Jun 19, 2011 20:53:36 GMT -5
It was interesting discovering that they used storyliners instead of the writers for the production process. Prehaps this explains the disconnect in the narrative. (snip) I know next to nothing about soap production so would you be kind enough to explain the difference between writers and storyliners? Do the writers delegate to storyliners? Actually I have so many questions i don't even know where to start. If you would indulge me i would be most grateful.
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Post by sistertwist on Jun 18, 2011 22:00:36 GMT -5
I love that Noah's honest and direct interest in Ste's described as "aggressive", while the Double B used manipulation and alcohol in his pursuit of Ste and that's been described has "hot". Is "outness" another word to describe effeminate, camp, light in the loafers, which's considered the WORST thing to be for a gay man, (besides not being self-hating gay man)? In fact i do feel that way, since it would be exactly what i would do the -first- time -anyone- much larger and stronger laid violent hands on me and I was still able to swing a bat. It is not politically correct, but it is who i am. Luckily so far weapons have never been needed for me to settle my business. The only trouble i had with Stephen and the bat was that i was afraid he was regressing, but i am pretty sure at this point it was what Kieron called a "one off" and an understandable one at that. I am always happy to agree to disagree, and i definitely can see Zathrus' and Cherrios' angle that it wasn't Noah personally, but his blatant "outness" and aggressive pursuit that made him so uncomfortable. Are you really interested in my opinions, or are you simply looking for an opportunity to vent? I don't think i have ever said Brendan's manipulation of Stephen into kissing him was "hot"(I thought it more than a bit creepy, though i found the following scene in the cellar quite "hot" indeed) and I -know- i have never said or even implied that effeminacy is the worst, second worst or umpteenth worst quality that can be found in a gay man. I used "aggressive" because Stephen's discomfort was ignored and Noah continued to pursue him, the same way i would use aggressive to describe Brendan's pursuit of Stephen as well. I used the word "blatant" because certainly in Stephen's eyes Noah is the "gayest" man he has ever interacted with. I used "outness" for lack of a better term, since the word "gayest" still rings a bit negative in my ears due to colloquial playground usage. Is Noah not blantantly gay? Is "doggedly" a better word for you than "aggressively"? Does it really matter what i say since I have the unabashed temerity to actually enjoy Brendan Bradey? I appreciate the forthright nature of your screen name, but may I please tag out on my role as whipping boy for your misplaced ire?
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Post by sistertwist on Jun 18, 2011 20:43:08 GMT -5
That is really biased, because I never saw Ste being "replused" by Noah, but I'm okay with agreeing to disagree. If you feel that Ste really "deserved" to be hit by Brendan because of trying to blackmail him, then I felt that Brendan "deserved" that bat to his back by Ste, because of the months of manipulation and abuse he took at the hands of Brendan, because he couldn't handle being "in love" with him. In fact i do feel that way as well since it would be exactly what i would do the -first- time -anyone- much larger and stronger laid violent hands on me and I was still able to swing a bat. It is not politically correct, but it is who i am. Luckily so far weapons have never been needed for me to settle my business. The only trouble i had with Stephen and the bat was that i was afraid he was regressing, but i am pretty sure at this point it was what Kieron called a "one off" and an understandable one at that. I am always happy to agree to disagree, and i definitely can see Zathrus' and Cherrios' angle that it wasn't Noah personally, but his blatant "outness" and aggressive pursuit that made him so uncomfortable.
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Post by sistertwist on Jun 18, 2011 5:07:13 GMT -5
It might be my bias, but it seems to me that the relationship with Noah is rushed because Ste has engaged in it simply to spite Brendan, and he took him back for the same reason. (though honestly, as much as I eerily enjoyed the seduction it was truly outlandish and utterly unbelievable) To me it -is- a shallow superficial relationship based on Stephen's co-dependence and desire to hurt/provoke Brendan. Steven was truly repulsed by Noah at the start where he has always gravitated towards Brendan even back when he hated him. I found it ironic in retrospect that on their first meeting Brendan laid Stephen out flat with a punch, and frankly (IMO) he deserved it, the blackmailing little scally!
I really love Cheerio's idea of Ste furthering his education and becoming a chef. Anything to build his self esteem would be a great help.
And bring on the gooey! what dorianlamour91 put so well:
"how love can change someone's life (a touch on the gooey side, admittedly). Love of family, love of life, drove Ste to break his violent cycles and be something shiny and new."
is exactly what i am hoping for from Brendan, but truthfully I hope he always stays more than a bit bad. once he figures out how to "dance with his demons" as Emmett likes to say he really will be a force to be reckoned with.
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Post by sistertwist on Jun 17, 2011 21:46:47 GMT -5
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Post by sistertwist on Jun 17, 2011 13:50:47 GMT -5
Exactly. I'm struggling to figure out what some of you want from this storyline. At what point are the writers supposed to draw the line between social responsibility and decent storytelling? In my opinion, if the writers just gave us a tired story of good vs evil, with Brendan as an abusive monster, Ste a submissive victim, without making an attempt to explain the reasons why someone becomes something, it would just descend into a public health warning. If I was interested in that sort of ladybird breakdown of ethics, I'd go watch a morality play. Having people on television, always playing by the rules, the good getting good things, the bad getting bad things would be a total disservice and misrepresentation of human behaviour. And it'd be f***ing boring. We live in plural societies. Representation is everyone's right. Admittedly I speak as someone heavily in favour of rehabilitation and legalization of virtually everything, so discussion over debate is something I'm a bit of a fan of. Which is why the explanation of Brendan's character is so important. The fans reaction is interesting but not something Hollyoaks can control. And by scrutinizing everything closely, what tick Emmett puts where, what time Kieron grins naughtily, effectively stamping out all affection between them in favour of telling a one dimensional tale about how bad abuse is, creativity would be utterly throttled to death. And then what would we be talking about? Nothing. Apart from the fact that we are being routinely patronised by the people trying to tell stories about real life. Would there even be a gay storyline in that sort of fictional world? It's highly doubtful. you are my hero
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Post by sistertwist on Jun 16, 2011 19:59:42 GMT -5
Thank you Diva for your answer. I am glad you find something interesting in the storyline overall. eleatic could you explain a bit more why you feel Stephen is being portrayed in a bad light by the writers? I honestly don't see that myself and I am curious if there has been something I have missed. Stephen -is- flawed and has done just about everything Brendan has save for murder, but he has come a very long way from the overbearing abusive bully that cut off Amy's hair. Ste himself said there was no excuse for his past behavior despite the abuse he suffered at the hands of his Stepfather, and Amy, the very person he abused has said on more than one occasion that despite it all Stephen does not deserve to be beaten by Brendan. To me the writers have gone out of their way to reinforce and restate there is never an excuse for abuse.
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Post by sistertwist on Jun 16, 2011 12:48:51 GMT -5
The "Redemption of Brendan Brady" part of this saga begins.... It doesn't change a thing for me. At the hands of Brendan, who almost every viewer believes that he loves Ste, abused and manipulated him for months on end, things sort of changed, when Ste (wrongfully felt) that by taking a bat to Brendan, it would make him stop. The abuse has stopped, but the manipulation still continues (on both of their parts). That's not at all, (in my opinion) any sort of way to start some sort of "road to happiness" for both of those characters. Just curious..why the eyeroll? I can imagine a few reasons why, but I don't want to assume. I think I understand your stance, but do you truly believe all love leads down a "road of happiness"? I suppose we could digress into the age old argument of what love truly is, but I am not sure we could make much more progress than Socrates and Phaedrus did. Here I am making the assumption you do not include yourself in the "almost every viewer believes he loves Ste" category so I apologize if I have gotten that wrong, but if it's not love that you believe he feels for Stephen, what is it? It has been my experience that people love as they have been shown or how they are able. Manipulative people love in manipulative ways, broken people in broken ways and so on. I am not excusing reprehensible behavior I only wish to point out that one thing can be another and what is seen as "bad" or "good" are not mutually exclusive. Only perfect people can love perfectly, the rest of us make do. Personally I think Brendan loves Stephen very much, but at this point it just isn't enough since (i feel) there is a large part of Brendan that resents (perhaps even hates) Stephen for "making" him feel that way. Throw in the loss of control one can feel when your happiness seems dependent on another and it turns into quite the nightmare for someone like Brendan. Love is grand, but it can be torture as well.
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Post by sistertwist on Jun 8, 2011 21:26:44 GMT -5
Brendan and Stephen won Best onscreen partnership in the Digital Spy Soap Awards!! Yay!!! The Nominees were:
Danny Miller & Marc Silcock (Aaron Livesy & Jackson Walsh-Emmerdale) Emmett J Scanlan & Kieron Richardson (Brendan Brady & Ste Hay-Hollyoaks) Jane Danson & Chris Gascoyne (Leanne & Peter Barlow-Coronation Street) Jessie Wallace & Gillian Wright (Kat Moon & Jean Slater-EastEnders) Jessie Wallace & Shane Richie (Kat & Alfie Moon-EastEnders) John Partridge & Marc Elliot (Christian Clarke & Syed Masood-EastEnders)
Emmett was in the top 3 for sexiest male but he lost out to Marc Elliot from EastEnders but then went on to win Best Newcomer! Another yay!
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Post by sistertwist on Jun 8, 2011 21:13:36 GMT -5
Does anyone know when new Stendan airs? I am literally having withdrawals. Love those guys. Brendan is back on the 10th I have heard, but I don't know if he will have scenes with Stephen. We can hope.
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Post by sistertwist on Jun 2, 2011 10:58:53 GMT -5
(snip...) Brendan is dangerous and he's just going to keep upping the ante until he wins. I'm not saying Ste should go back to him, but I do think Noah and Ste need to understand there is nothing Brendan won't do. This is so true it frightens me. (snip...) As I said before employing a hunky dancer to play a Catholic priest seems to suggest they are maintaining this ethos. This made me snerk my ice tea.
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Post by sistertwist on Jun 1, 2011 10:09:00 GMT -5
Where did Kieron's Twitter page rank? I wish i knew. I got all the infor from the twitter feeds and Kieron didn't mention anything about it. Though on the 31st he tweeted: "Busy busy busy day at work with the tash!!!!!" and then today "Not enough time in the days lately it's all shits and giggles tho!!" I forgot to include this intriguing tweet from the same day: "Ther u go a few replys between takes! Emmett is doin his best double b today although ste has grown some balls... You'll have to keep tuned" what a teaser!
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Post by sistertwist on May 30, 2011 5:11:44 GMT -5
From Emmett Scanlan Fans Twitter Feed: "And of course @emmettscanlan has made the Top5 shortlist for Best Actor, Best Villain, Best Newcomer and Best Partnership #twittersoapawards" the man is on a roll and from his own feed: "Just reading it now..To all those who voted in getting @emmettsfans and myself toplisted in #twittersoapawards I sincerely thank u.." such a class act
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Post by sistertwist on May 28, 2011 5:47:02 GMT -5
As Emmett said, it was ironic that people began to like the character. From reading other threads , fans are willing to let this character go only so far. Trouble is for the writers is that the fans love 'Stendan' as a unit so don't want Steven to be hurt too much. Everyone is fascinated by Brendan's character and why he is the way he is. The writers were very clever in letting us see that Brendan is capable of love and affection. Steven said when they were in bed together that it was nice when it was just the two of them. Unfortunately Brendan is unstable which is basically why they can't be together. I have read that neither of them want the other to be with someone else. As Brendan is so good at pretending , he might be given a 'boyfriend' in order to manipulate Steven. We have seen how he looked back at Brendan in the scene where he had his eyes closed. He doesn't want Brendan to leave him alone and would be very upset if he ignored him. I have always been curious as to why Steven hasn't used the fact that Brendan fancies him like mad. The other day was the first time we saw him 'come on' to Brendan and the latter didn't know what to make of it. That is why I think the new hair style is Steven leaving behind the young ineffectual 'boy' and seeing himself as a more mature young man who is less likely to be manipulated. I agree completely about the writer's choice to show Brendan's humanity from time to time. Without it (for me) he loses much of his appeal, though I would still enjoy him as the dastardly beast he is all the while rooting for his fall. Part of me is saddened by Steven joining in the mind games. I miss the innocent and vulnerable young man that first fell in love. There was such an innocent tenderness in his infatuation despite his scally nature. I sometimes wonder if Brendan will miss that part of Steven as well. I am still not sure what i think of the hair though I reckon Kieron could be bald as a billiard ball and i would still find him beautiful.
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Post by sistertwist on May 27, 2011 22:48:42 GMT -5
I'm indifferent about Ste and Noah making up. As I've said before, I like Ste being with a relatively normal guy instead of a psychotic bastard. I will admit that it's not quite as interesting of a story when Brendan doesn't play his games with Ste. Here's a thought, though. Brendan likes to manipulate things and he likes to come out on top. But Ste isn't exactly a slouch when it comes to pushing Brendan's buttons, either. I'm curious how much effort Ste will (or will have to) spend to "fight back" against Brendan. I guess we'll see. I am becoming slightly apprehensive about Steven continuing to provoke the madman. We have seen what happens when Brendan is pushed too far. I do feel Ste has a certain leeway, but he also has the potential to truly ignite Brendan's rage to the point of "If I can't have him, no one will". I suppose if Brendan is pushed to the brink and chooses to withdraw rather than destroy it could be the start of a positive endgame outcome, but it would be hard going getting there, though certainly dramatic. Darkest before the dawn and all that.
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Post by sistertwist on May 26, 2011 13:44:28 GMT -5
LadyArmand Are you referring to Noah or Ste when you say this? Because it could work for either one. I was refering to both actually. Noah because he just doesn't have what it takes to mess with Brendan on any level. The only reason Brendan got the black eye is because he saw Ste standing there and allowed Noah to hit him. Nor does Noah fully understand the depth of love and obession that both Brendan and Ste have for each other. No matter what Noah did or said he was going to lose Ste. Because Ste will always want Brendan, he will always love him and in the end he will always go back to him. And Ste because no matter how hard he stuggles against it, there is something about the darkness in Brendan that he is drawn to. Like a moth to the flame, he knows it's dangerous, he knows he will get burned and could probably die, but it doesn't keep him away. What makes his situation worse is, Ste has been aboused before and he's been an abuser, he more than anyone should know to run and keep running. But what he does is run a short distance then stop and turns around to see if Brendan is still chasing him. Its a vicous cycle playing itself out over and over again because not only does Ste not know how to stop it, he really doesn't want it to stop. On a level I don't think even he understands yet, he was challenging Brendan to do something when he kept telling him that he was "with" Noah now or that Noah was worh ten of him. You don't kick sand in a rattle snakes face and not expect it to bite. Exactly this.
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Post by sistertwist on May 22, 2011 19:30:49 GMT -5
I was just rewatching the British soap awards and one of my favourite clips was shown when the 2 of them are in bed and he is remembering killing Danny. This scene was pefect because it showed his human side when he looked at Stephen and said 'gis us a kill'. There is a tender, loving human being inside . I am still waiting for the writers to show us what it was that produced the psychotic, homophobic side. (snip...) I couldn't agree more. I think if they plan on redeeming Brendan they will further explore the reasons why he is as he is. In my opinion the writers have done an admirable job of giving Emmett enough material to keep Brendan human despite all his clever badness. Those brief glimpses of his broken soul are what keep me coming back. I was hooked early when he shed tears after hitting Ste the first time. It didn't excuse his behavior, but I felt Emmett was able to convey that there was more to Brendan's story outside of him being a sadistic bully. Sociopaths are seldom born, they are most often made and I am fervently interested in how he came to be. For me it seems the most likely cause is sexual abuse as a child from some male authority figure that enforced his silence with physical violence. It explains so many things about him from his control issues, self loathing and shame and even his fiercely protective behavior towards his family.
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Post by sistertwist on May 21, 2011 22:33:33 GMT -5
Why does it have to be an argument about Brendan? IMO, he isn't a "decent human being" at all. There's a disconnect in his brain, in which he feels that he can react and behave in a way, that will apply to only him and damn whatever anyone else wants. Especially if it's someone that he "loves". Yes, Noah "failed", but he's setup and I hope that Ste will finally see that almost every decision that he's made, everything that he's done and everything that he's experienced this past year, is because of Brendan's manipulation. It's like Ste's this puppet and Brendan's been pullng his strings all this time. Or, as Amy told him 2 months (right before the bat incident), that he's a "puppy". I didn't realize anyone was arguing. I thought we were discussing a storyline and expressing our differing opinions. I understand that you don't like the character, but one must give the devil his due. To say he failed to sleep with Noah implies that his motivation was sex, when his real intent was to cause trouble between Steven and Noah, so in this instance he succeeded rather than failed. I respect your opinion and understand why you feel as you do, but I disagree that Brendan has no decency whatsoever when (in my opinion) he has plainly shown that he does. Again I understand that his rudimentary principles are not enough for you to see him as redeemable, likable, or worth your consideration, but that is not the case for everyone. People often refuse, or find it difficult to see anything good or laudable in a person or character that they dislike the same way a beloved character in some eyes is flawless and can do no wrong. Both views distort the truth and impair any real insight. I am looking forward to the introduction of Brendan's son Declan into the mix and the influence his presence will bring to the storyline. Perhaps we will see more of the hidden humanity I sense in the character or maybe the interactions will lend a weight to your understandable view that Brendan is completely depraved. Either way it should be interesting.
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Post by sistertwist on May 21, 2011 1:32:54 GMT -5
Just watch the upcoming spoiler clips for next week. Now, since Brendan attempts (and fails) to get Noah to have sex with him (because Stephen catches them before the act), I can see why Ste reacts with dissapointment and judgement over Noah's failure to resist. Yet, what does that say about how he thinks/feels about himself not being able to resist Brendan's same tactics towards him? Does Ste consider himself weak, a hypocrit and liar? I just feel the need to point out that Brendan planned to have Steven catch them, so I think the only fail here is on Noah's part, though an argument can be made that Brendan once again fails to be a decent human being. And if pressed for the truth I do think Steven would admit to considering himself all of those things.
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Post by sistertwist on May 19, 2011 17:58:57 GMT -5
Thanks for answering, Sistertwist. Dorianlamour91 Loved your pov about the fight for Ste's soul, between Brendan and Noah. I just hope that Ste's fighting for his soul as well. It's always a pleasure exchanging views. and I must say, one doesn't expect to see Goethe references in a soap spoiler thread. Thank you Dorianlamour91. That made my day, though your human boy won't be so squeaky clean this time next week.
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Post by sistertwist on May 19, 2011 15:34:40 GMT -5
Thank you, Cheerios in mentioning that you wished for more insight from Ste's POV. That's one of the many reasons why I refuse to see this as some sort of "epic love saga". I see it as an "epic story of obsession/possession". Does Ste really think that Brendan will change, because after he got beat up again after sleeping with him again, I would wonder if Ste's not questioning himself. I still would like to know, Sistertwist what makes you believe that Ste's harmed Brendan (not including the bat to the back incident)? I feel Steven harmed Brendan after Danny's murder. When he was vulnerable and reached out to him. Brendan even went as far as to say "I need you with me on this." I don't think "need" is word he uses often and vulnerability is an anathema to him. The writers are very cruel (well clever really if they plan on keeping him bad) to always ensure something terrible happens each and every time he shows a hint of vulnerability. Do I fault Steven for what he did? No, but I do think the writers sold him short. Ste's line "You're not capable of love. Not when you have to kill someone for it." Has always seemed counterintuitive to me to the point of absurdity. Here's a link to the episode if you would like to see what i mean. www.youtube.com/user/emmettscanlanfans#p/c/4C434B5FBB24F887/38/lpflReY17Tw
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Post by sistertwist on May 19, 2011 10:49:32 GMT -5
"Noah ISN'T the "obstacle", keeping the "epic love story of Stendan from happening". Brendan is the "obstacle" from keeping the "epic love story of Stendan from happening". Brendan's the one that can't seem to keep himself from treating "his Stephen" like a punching bag or a possession (a toy, that he can pick up and use or discard, whenever he feels like)."
I liked this very much except (for me) the epic love story -is- happening despite it all and will continue until Emmett leaves the show. Only then it will be over, but honestly i can't imagine it will ever be truly over for Steven. His heart will mend but the scar will remain.
I agree with you on Emmett's thoughts on Brendan. It seems a disservice to the story, the character and Emmett's talent to try and sugarcoat or overlook Brendan's violent and sociopathic nature. To appreciate the impact Steven has had on him you have to acknowledge who Mr. Bradey really is and/or was, because i think we can all agree he -has- changed. I am sure we can fuss over the degree and the deeper motivations because he is a very complex character, but to my eyes there have been some positive changes.
If only we could see at least a snippet of a flashback to the last beating. It's so frustrating not to know what exactly triggered it. Every other time it was so very clear why Brendan chose to hurt Steven and in this case we are left wondering. I have finally decided that the writers/directors chose not to show it because they didn't want the audience to turn on him just before the voting started for the awards. I honestly can't think of any other reason since some strange plot seems off the table at this point.
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Post by sistertwist on May 18, 2011 7:03:00 GMT -5
Diva, I wanted Ste to be single since before he hooked up with Noah. Yes, Brendan put Ste through hell and yes they were consumed with each other as well. That kind of relationship takes some time to get over and I wanted to see Ste heal emotionally and physically. For him to be strong in himself and be happy and confident in himself. To see what being gay meant for him and his future. To me Noah feels like a rebound, a band-aid over a bullet wound. Yes, he's safe and it's great that they're in an loving out relationship. Because Ste deserves a loving, happy, and healthy relationship. And yes if I'm truthful in a way it is boring, mainly because we never freaking see them actually develop a relationship. But their relationship was so rushed, it just felt that Ste was running away from his problems with Brendan. And it is clear that he still has feelings for Brendan even after all the evil things Brendan did. He's not being fair to Noah or himself if he still has such a strong connection to Brendan to the point where he sleeps with Brendan again. I know that Ste and Brendan are never going to have a sunset ending or be a "healthy" couple. And Brendan will probably end up with an epic soap death. But I just don't feel that Noah and Ste are going to be each others Mr. Right. I think you are spot on about the trajectory of Brendan's story. I feel the writers will take a redemption/death arc, with Brendan giving his life in the end for Ste in some way. In the bigger picture I think we all know Emmett will not be staying on HO for years and years. Bigger things are going to be calling and he seems the type to seek new challenges and opportunities to hone his craft. I just hope he stays long enough for the epic saga to play out fully. On a silly side note I love your "band aid over a bullet wound" metaphor. It really sums up the impact the madman has had on the lad's life, though truthfully i think Ste has done Brendan some serious harm at this point as well, and i am not just talking about that sissy swipe with a bat.
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Post by sistertwist on May 17, 2011 11:13:50 GMT -5
For me it is and it will always be about Stendan. Obviously Brendan is a very entertaining character and Emmett is an amazing actor but I wouldn't be nearly as obsessed as I am without Ste in this storyline because it's the little moments he had with Ste when he let his guard down that shows glimpses of the man he could have been if he wasn't so fucked up. And for me it's clear that if he won't change for Ste he will never change for anyone else. I feel exactly the same way. I sometimes wonder how things would have turned out if Steven had stood by Brendan after Danny's murder. Not excusing it or sanctioning it, but at least trying to understand rather than walking away. I think that could have been huge turning point in the relationship that could have led them down a brighter path than they are traveling now.
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