All Purpose Daytime Soap Operas

[Tuan]

Ah, yes. Someone had to restart it again right?

Again, I pick Greenlee over that other chick with the long neck.

And it's not Sonny or Jax's baby. It's Edward's! eeewww...

[Arune Singh]

Wow, Nate Grey that's funny. I forgot bout Ray Gardner, I wasn't sure which one it was. Thanx for clearing that up. All those reasons for Adrian to come back are spot on. It would be nice if it were to happen.

My dream job is playing Adrian's loser brother who comes to town to screw with everyone. A bit too Del-ish, but it could be fun.

Speaking of Del, Alec is doing a great job, eh? He's really holding his own with everyone and I can't wait to see him with Kendall!

OLTL- Tess/Nash is all that is interesting me beyond Rex's antics and Cristian's return (which is tied to Carlo!).

So what's the 411 on Victor in Y&R? Was he a gangster or something?

[Arune Singh]

Wow.

Y&R.

Wow.

[Greg Hatcher]

Hey all, because of the board's slow-loading problems we've been asked to cut back some of the mega-threads here, so this is just a reboot of sorts. No one's in trouble or anything. Just housekeeping. Carry on.

[Arune Singh]

B-B-But... aww, who cares?

AMC ROCKS!

[coquix]

AMC
All I gotta say is WooooooHoooooooo!!!!! My Jonothan is back and is kicking ass. His scenes friday were too good. I'm glad Ryan is FINALLY seeing where Erin is coming from. I love Erin already. So Arune, Babe/JR part deux. Honestly,I like them better than Babe/Jamie. I saw this coming a mile away. I read the fall preview in SOD and if they have major climaxes in store b4 sweeps, then i hope they got some good stuff in store for sweeps. Also after reading the preview for OLTL, i might just have to start tivo'ing it.

[Elias Bogan]

Hey everyone! I know its been a while but Im back and ive been watching GH lately and actually enjoying it...

The Emily/Nik/Court/Jax quad is really interesting and throwing L&L2 into the mix is certainly interesting. Furthermore, the storyline seems to be playing into the acting abilities of Natalia who I was actually rooting the other day.

Tracy/Luke/Skye/Lorenzo/Carly/Sonny/Reese/Ric/Alexis: I have very mixed feelings about this storyline. While I find that Carly's breakdown story is long overdue and JennyB is actually doing a very good job with it, I am also liking Lo getting into backbone back and flirting with Skye. The only non-likeable thing about this entire story is that Kari Wuhrer seems to be activly working to make the audiance hate her character. Maybe she knows how ridiculous the writing is and is trying to get her storyline changed because whenever she interacts with RH and NLG, she blows it off the charts but with MB and JB not so much.

Jesse/Maxie/Dillon/Georgie/Lucas/Brooklyn/Diego: I really really really hope that Diego is the stalker because then we can finally be rid of this waste character and his horrible portrayer. 'Messe' is obviously trying to capture the magic of Shawn/Belle from DOOL but its simply not working. At least Brooke, Georgie and Dillon are making the story tolerable.

[Ugoff]

So we're discarding the old thread? Why? =(

lol

[Legato]

Jesse/Maxie/Dillon/Georgie/Lucas/Brooklyn/Diego: I really really really hope that Diego is the stalker because then we can finally be rid of this waste character and his horrible portrayer. 'Messe' is obviously trying to capture the magic of Shawn/Belle from DOOL but its simply not working. At least Brooke, Georgie and Dillon are making the story tolerable.

From the looks of things it looks like they are trying to make Lucas end up becoming the stalker, which I hope wont happen.

I haven't been watching OLTL alot lately could someone bring me up to date as to how Jessica got MPD?

[Arune Singh]

From the looks of things it looks like they are trying to make Lucas end up becoming the stalker, which I hope wont happen.

I haven't been watching OLTL alot lately could someone bring me up to date as to how Jessica got MPD?

She got DID from a childhood trauma that DOESN'T involve Viki.

AMC is REALLY getting better with Branson in the mix and Zach finally having an s/l. Plus, with Jamie dumping Babe, we have some movement in the story. Dramatically, happy couples are alright but when they are FRONT AND CENTER, whining about everything, they bore me.

Y&R. Wow. Just blows every soap out of the water. Wow.

[Rob Imes]

Yesterday I sat down and watched the most recent six episodes of GH, which I'd recorded but hadn't had a chance to watch. I hadn't planned to watch so many in one sitting -- I'd planned to save a few to watch today (Sunday evening) -- but I kept wanting to find out what happened next. So, if that's what what a soap's main job is, to keep you wanting to tune in the next episode, then GH still succeeds with me.

Some of the recent episodes focused so heavily on Nikolas/Emily, Jax/Courtney, Sonny/Reese, etc., that when they finally had a few scenes with the teens, involving the teen-stalker, I was surprised at just how much I hadn't missed the teens in the previous few episodes. When you have the above-mentioned couples, as well as Carly, Lorenzo, Skye, Ric, Alexis, Lucky, and Emily -- well, who needs the teens? I like Dylan and Brooke Lynn, but not crazy about the rest. Anyway, the teens lack the intensity of the adult actors.

I forgot about Jason and Sam. They are off having their own adventure, with Jason having lost his memory (again). I wonder why Sam didn't use the phone at the hospital they briefly went to (before Allegra's goons dragged them back) to telephone Sonny and let him know what was going on.

[Arune Singh]

Brooke Lynn is HOT.

That is all.

[Rob Imes]

Brooke Lynn is HOT.

That is all.

Unfortunately, I read somewhere (can't remember where) that Brooke Lynn might be exiting the show in September. I hope that doesn't happen.

On the other hand, they don't give her much to do. I recall telling someone a couple weeks ago, "Why do they give so much storyline to Maxie and Georgie when they have someone like Brooke Lynn to use instead?" But instead of giving her storylines, they hardly use her. I don't get it.

[Arune Singh]

Unfortunately, I read somewhere (can't remember where) that Brooke Lynn might be exiting the show in September. I hope that doesn't happen.

On the other hand, they don't give her much to do. I recall telling someone a couple weeks ago, "Why do they give so much storyline to Maxie and Georgie when they have someone like Brooke Lynn to use instead?" But instead of giving her storylines, they hardly use her. I don't get it.

I remember seeing her on SOAP STAR and just being blown away. She's gorgeous.

Anyway... AMC is moving up slightly in the ratings, so hopefully the momentum continues. Things are getting interesting.

Y&R is on top and deserves to be- it's just a fantastic show. With school starting, I won't see every ep, so I'll depend on all of you to help me!

[Legato]

I've read that GH's Kelly Monaco(I think that's how you spell it) could be leaving GH and end up in Desperate Housewives. If that's true then that gives me more reason to watch DH.

[Elias Bogan]

Yeah, allegedly Kelly Monaco will be leaving GH sometime in October but will return in Feb/Mar to finish out her contract which is up at the very end of april. With new of Robin (Kimberly McCollough) return and Jasons new identity crises here is what I think is going to happen:

Robin returns and is helping Jason through his troubles and Sam sees that what the other girl is doing is working and she is just a reminder of his past life that he hates now. Sam leaves Port Charles but just before she does learns she is pregnant. Another character like Carly will also find out but wont remember because she is crazy as a bat right now. Sam leaves PC while Jason/Robin bond and become a couple again. Months later, Sam returns to PC on the run from somebody and is visibally pregnant. But see's Jason/Robin at Kellys very happy together and doesnt want to interrupt their lives so she hides in PC with the help of either Sonny or the new and improved and very sane Carly. Eventually Jason finds out about the baby but Sam dies in child birth and JAson/Robin end up raising little Lila.

[Legato]

Yeah, allegedly Kelly Monaco will be leaving GH sometime in October but will return in Feb/Mar to finish out her contract which is up at the very end of april. With new of Robin (Kimberly McCollough) return and Jasons new identity crises here is what I think is going to happen:

Robin returns and is helping Jason through his troubles and Sam sees that what the other girl is doing is working and she is just a reminder of his past life that he hates now. Sam leaves Port Charles but just before she does learns she is pregnant. Another character like Carly will also find out but wont remember because she is crazy as a bat right now. Sam leaves PC while Jason/Robin bond and become a couple again. Months later, Sam returns to PC on the run from somebody and is visibally pregnant. But see's Jason/Robin at Kellys very happy together and doesnt want to interrupt their lives so she hides in PC with the help of either Sonny or the new and improved and very sane Carly. Eventually Jason finds out about the baby but Sam dies in child birth and JAson/Robin end up raising little Lila.

Not bad. Maybe you should be the writer on GH. You could probably find a way to make Jax less of a prick than he is now.

[Arune Singh]

I've read that GH's Kelly Monaco(I think that's how you spell it) could be leaving GH and end up in Desperate Housewives. If that's true then that gives me more reason to watch DH.

Rumor has been dispelled- there's nothing to it.

[Elias Bogan]

Legato:

I love the way Jax is acting right now because he is totally justified. I am also loving NL's portrayl of Emily but what is interesting to me is that I am also liking Nik and Court. Throw L&L2 into the mix and this six-pack is what is driving the show for me right now.

Rob Imes:

I cannot stand Belle and Shawn er....Maxie and Jesse who I avoid the teen scenes at all cost which really sucks because I still like Brooklynn. GQ have gotten incredibly dull lately and if Dillon cheats on her with Belle I am going to puke.

Arune:

Where did you read/see that the rumour was dispelled?

[Legato]

Legato:

I love the way Jax is acting right now because he is totally justified. I am also loving NL's portrayl of Emily but what is interesting to me is that I am also liking Nik and Court. Throw L&L2 into the mix and this six-pack is what is driving the show for me right now.



The way I look at it it wat partly Jax's fault to begin with. He has been concentrating too much on Liz's pregnancy to the point whare he hasn't been spending enough time with Courtney, which causes Courtney to feel neglected in this whole deal.

Sure she shouldn't have had an affair with Nik and she admits that she it wrong for doing that but Jax should have calmed down and looked at it from Courtney's POV and admit that he was partly responsible for this happening as well.

Lucky said it best if Jax had spend more time with Courtney none of this would have happened.

[Ontir]

I don't think Victor Neuman was ever a gangster, but he was orphaned in Germany, after WW II, IIRC, and he had to scrap for everything he got. He's a totally self-made man, who came to America, and became a multi-millionaire/industrialist. He now wears expensive suits, and drives fancy cars, but when needed, he's more than willing to toss the jacket aside and give any offender a good pounding.

He's pretty evenly matched on that score, by Nikki. She was raised by and alcoholic, abusive, loser father in a trailer park, and for a long time, she was a stripperr. I don't recall exactly how they came together now, but she was very fragile at the time. Victor saw a diamond in the rough, and wasted no time in polishing her up!

Y&R was quite good today. I then watched the last half of AMC, basically because I was doing something else, and couldn't be bothered to get the remote!

OLTL was pretty good. I'm enjoying the Margaret storyline, especially with Todd actually saying that he's a rapist, and that it's the part of him he despises. The great thing about Todd, is that he's an onion that they've been peeling for about 15 years now, and even on the second actor, there continues to be no end to the complexities of the man. Spencer was bearable, which is a first. I hope he gets dropped off a cliff around November sweeps! They really need to step on the gas with the Jess/Tess storyline. It was good for awhile, but it's now repetative. Maybe it's because they needed to get Clint back for what they have planned, but HURRY UP!

I'd really like to see more of Daniel. I know they showed him killing Jen, but when they were looking for Natalie, one of the pictures on the wall was of her. That fact is going to get out, and it would be shared with Daniel's defense. It'd be realy interesting to see him get off for Jen's murder, because it looks like Ivan did it. Then to see him re-establish himself in Lanview, re-connect with his boyfriend, and rebuild his relationship with his son, vindicated in the eyes of the characters, but all the while WE know he's a ticking bomb!

Another thing that would be interesting, and I mentioned this a week or so ago, is a big cross-soap story. I'd like to see something that involves Carlo Hesser, "the Dragon," maybe the Cassadines, Jax, Aidan, and Christian, and Julia. Maybe even building to a zenith that includes some international location shoots. It could start in November, hit it's mid-point in February, and be concluded during May sweeps.

[coquix]

I could be wrong but i could have sworn I read in SOD that Kelly Monaco herself said she wasn't planning on leaving because she liked being on GH so much. Honestly, it seems that every time I decide to stop watching GH, I get a s/l that sucks me in. The whole six pack s/l is very interesting to me. Also, I hope that the "Carly goes crazy" s/l, shows me some of the actresses talent, because until now she hasn't been doing it for me. Unless I see GQ, i might just FF thru that s/l. There's supposed to be a new guy coming on to interact w/ the teen set. How much u wanna bet he'll be our stalker because apparently, Lucas has a secret of his own.

AMC
I love,love,loved how Simone just tore into Greens and Kendall. She does so much to support them and they do ignore her. I am so glad she made her voice heard. When is Teri Ivens getting a s/l?

[Ontir]

Is Lucas going to be the first 'Mo in Port Charles?

[Elias Bogan]

Legato:

I simply do not see what Jax is going wrong in this storyline. In fact as I said before, I find all six characters in this storyline equally justified and cannot wait to see how things play out from here. Since the teens (aside from Brooklynn) and the other storylines are just okay at the momment, GH better pimp the ish out of the six-pack because the couplings and possibilities are infinite.

Also, what the frelling heck is up with Kari and Jennys acting choices the last few days? Both women are acting completely off the wall and almost changing characterizations and personalities on a moments whim. Over at soapzone there is rampant speculation that Carly is being recast again based on an audition script showing up on showfax that is exactly the same script they used to recast Carly when Tams left last spring. IF the character is recast again, I hope that they send Carly off to Shadybrook for a few months and then bring her back in February ready to reclaim her life. End her relationships with Lo, Sonny and Jason and bring her into a new sphere of the show: the six-pack!

I would love to see Carly confront Courtney on the choices she is making and comfrot Jax and slowly re-establish their friendship eventually leading to a romantic relationship. Let Jarly be the new supercouple and let them have a baby.

[Arune Singh]

Here's something to add to the thread:

1. Which soap opera character do you think you're most like?
2. Which soap opera character would you most like to me more akin to?
3. Which soap opera character do you think people see you as?
4. Which soap opera character are you most likely to resemble, internally, when you get older?

[Elias Bogan]

This is great idea Arune!

1. Which soap opera character do you think you're most like?
I would say that I am most like Tamara's Carly or a little like Jax in his former scheming days because while I scheme, I am also feircly loyal

2. Which soap opera character would you most like to me more akin to?
I would most like to be like Jax when he isnt acting stupid

3. Which soap opera character do you think people see you as?
I think most people see me as a Carly type. Loyal and great to my friends, but my enemies better watch out. Maybe a little bit of Sonny in that I will act out if "betrayed"

4. Which soap opera character are you most likely to resemble, internally, when you get older?
I think I will most likely resemble Alan or Monica as I get older in that Ive made some mistakes but have became wiser yet still plot and plan every now and then

[Arune Singh]

AH! Missed Y&R! What did Daniel say to Nick? Did Daniel get to say bye to Lily?

The Kelly Monaco rumor was dispelled in SOD, where she said she was with GH for the forseeable future.

Also, Del is PERFECT on AMC- there's so much potential and Alec is doing a great job in the role. Thoughts? The show is finally picking up.

OLTL has lost me- I think I'm done with it all.

1. Which soap opera character do you think you're most like?
Probably Zach Slater. I'm a good guy,but most people see me as an arrogant prick and I tend to keep few people close to me. A bit of Scott from Y&R, which is the writer part of me.

2. Which soap opera character would you most like to me more akin to?
I'd love to be more like Nick Newman, who seems to be a real stand up guy with a good heart or Malcom.

3. Which soap opera character do you think people see you as?
My old job required an alias, so I went by Ryan Lavery, who I then became compared to, but my Mom jokes and says I'm like Spencer (OLTL), so who knows?

4. Which soap opera character are you most likely to resemble, internally, when you get older?

Adam Chandler. I'm not good at letting go of grudges and I love my family, but I do whatever it takes to protect them.

[Legato]

1. Which soap opera character do you think you're most like?

Dillon. I can be nice and alittle goofy. Im also a movie freak like he is to. Sonny: I would sometimes feel the same way Sonny feels when someone "betrays" me. Even if that person didn't mean to it's still hard to forgive them for what they did.

2. Which soap opera character would you most like to me more akin to?

I would like to be more like Lucky

3. Which soap opera character do you think people see you as?

Dillon. Sometimes Jason because I always remain calm no matter what situation Im in.

4. Which soap opera character are you most likely to resemble, internally, when you get older?

Sonny: I would do whatever it takes to keep my family safe. If somsone harms them then I will make that person wish they didn't

[coquix]

Good idea, Arune.

1. Which soap opera character do you think you're most like?
I would say a cross between Bianca and Dillon. Bianca cuz i am fierecely loyal to my friends and family. I'm also the calm one and voice of reason. Dillon cuz I can be goofy and love movies and anything dealing with entertainment. Maybe a lil like Lily too cuz I'm always the quiet one in the crowd.

2. Which soap opera character would you most like to me more akin to?
Aidan Devane because he's hot, a good guy, has a cool job, and is loyal to his friends and family.

3. Which soap opera character do you think people see you as?
Bianca cuz my friends always tell me that I'm the heart of our lil family unit.
Lily too because they always see me as the naive and innocent one that always needs protecting and looking out for.

4. Which soap opera character are you most likely to resemble, internally, when you get older?
Lila Quartermaine because I'd like to think that i'd be the kind of person that people have nothing bad(or at least not that bad :) ) to say about.

[Elias Bogan]

I have very mixed feelings about Jennifer Bransford being fired from "General Hospital" and the role of Carly. While I thought she was a good actress, she was completely miscast. There are recast rumours buzzing all over the net but the one thing I am sure of is that I do not want Tamara Braun coming back. The character of Carly is apparantly going to be gone throughout october and this will bring up Michael's custody again. I would assume that if she was only gone for a month than it wouldnt be an issue so I am thinking that Carly either is presumed dead or is put into Shadybrooke.

What I would do if I were running things would be to have Carly leave town to find herself leaving M&M with Bobbie. She will have no idea what is going on custody wise while she is gone and will come back to solve this. When she does reappear in February she will be played by Cynthia Preston and there will be a few winks to her previously playing Faith but with darker hair and a different style, I think the similartieis would be downplayed. She would be paired with either Lorenzo or Jax and stay away from the Mob sphere.

[Legato]

I have very mixed feelings about Jennifer Bransford being fired from "General Hospital" and the role of Carly. While I thought she was a good actress, she was completely miscast. There are recast rumours buzzing all over the net but the one thing I am sure of is that I do not want Tamara Braun coming back. The character of Carly is apparantly going to be gone throughout october and this will bring up Michael's custody again. I would assume that if she was only gone for a month than it wouldnt be an issue so I am thinking that Carly either is presumed dead or is put into Shadybrooke.

What I would do if I were running things would be to have Carly leave town to find herself leaving M&M with Bobbie. She will have no idea what is going on custody wise while she is gone and will come back to solve this. When she does reappear in February she will be played by Cynthia Preston and there will be a few winks to her previously playing Faith but with darker hair and a different style, I think the similartieis would be downplayed. She would be paired with either Lorenzo or Jax and stay away from the Mob sphere.

Well they pretty much killed Carly/Lorenzo, which IMO sucks because I thought Carly and Lorenzo make a much better couple than Carly does with Sonny. With rumors of Brenda's possible return Id rather see Jax getting back together with Brenda than with wishy washy Courtney.

[Arune Singh]

She got fired? Damn. Im not surprised, as she didn't seem to fit the character and she followed Braun WAY too closely. There needed to be a time gap.

Anyone else enjoying AMC? The stories are moving forward and we have a great cast of characters who are finally being used. I just hope we see some happiness and story resolution soon. Jonathan/Jeff Branson is just stealing the show right now.

[Ontir]

I couldn't believe what they did with Carly and Lorenzo! After having Skye wax poetic about how Carly was secure, because she was truly loved, and knew it, they flushed the entire story in record time. Granted the actress was a bad fit, I still can't figure out why they dropped Tamara Braun. She had a rocky start, but really made the part her own.

Michael should end up with Bobby, as a compromise, and given Jason's current situation, should get to know the Quartermaines, maybe even getting to like them - provided Alan can keep from pissing him off, by bad-mouthing Sonny all the time.

As for Jasper Jax, I've said it before, and I'll say it again. This character, and especially the actor who plays him, needs to be spun off, into a globe-trotting, primetime series. A little bit "Bond," a little bit "Magnum P.I.," and a little bit Donald Trump.

[Arune Singh]

Put Jax and AMC's Zach Slater, along with OLTL's Rex Balsom, on one show together. THAT would be fun.

[Steve]

Ingo Rademacher = Crocodile Dundee Jr. To the extreme! lol

Is Sarah Brown still on As the World Turns?

They should've got Sarah Brown back instead of casting that manlady.

[Legato]

Put Jax and AMC's Zach Slater, along with OLTL's Rex Balsom, on one show together. THAT would be fun.

A Luke Spencer and Zach Slater interraction would be more interesting.

I say they should beg Tams to return as Carly if Sara Brown doesn't.

[Elias Bogan]

Apparantly someone named Laura Wright has been hired as the new Carly. She recently quit 'The Guiding Light' and has a history with Ted since they worked togehtert on 'The City'. From pictures I have seen she looks very attractive and a few pictures with Ted already ooze sexy chemistry. That said, here is what I hope they do:

I hope that after Carly stabs Emily she is sent off to Shadybrook to recover. She leaves our screen in the middle of October (JennyB's last tape date is the 9th) and doesnt interact with Robin because seeing Kim and Jenny next to each other would only make it worse. Robin does get to hear about Carly being in Shaydbrook though. Then right before christmas, a good two months since Carly went off to Shadybrook, she reappears on our screens now played by Laura. She tells Lorenzo that she loves him but she needs to be alone right and focuses on getting her children back and getting a job she earned herself. Maybe she can even open a magazine like Tams always wanted and bring Skye in as a financing partner. Finally, sometime in the spring (after feb/before may), she and Lorenzo reunite and have a huge wedding. Then, Tamara makes a 6-week return as the not-so-dead Sophie Germaine...

[Arune Singh]

I feel bad for Bransford- she didn't have a chance in hell of making this work because she came too close after Braun. They could have cast Eden Riegel, hypothetically speaking lets assume she's the same amazing actress, a bit older and never been on a soap- and people would still have revolted.

That all said...

AMC is so hot right now. The stories are getting great, things are moving forward and I'm looking forward to Jonathan returning to PV.

OLTL is boring the hell out of me, but I like the Rex aspects- everything else just feels boring and uninspired to me.

Y&R remains on top, with Terrible Tom stealing the show, closely followed by Michael, who just was creepy when he threatened Tom. What's Mike's history? And what has Kevin done that is so horrible?

[Legato]

Apparantly someone named Laura Wright has been hired as the new Carly. She recently quit 'The Guiding Light' and has a history with Ted since they worked togehtert on 'The City'. From pictures I have seen she looks very attractive and a few pictures with Ted already ooze sexy chemistry. That said, here is what I hope they do:

I hope that after Carly stabs Emily she is sent off to Shadybrook to recover. She leaves our screen in the middle of October (JennyB's last tape date is the 9th) and doesnt interact with Robin because seeing Kim and Jenny next to each other would only make it worse. Robin does get to hear about Carly being in Shaydbrook though. Then right before christmas, a good two months since Carly went off to Shadybrook, she reappears on our screens now played by Laura. She tells Lorenzo that she loves him but she needs to be alone right and focuses on getting her children back and getting a job she earned herself. Maybe she can even open a magazine like Tams always wanted and bring Skye in as a financing partner. Finally, sometime in the spring (after feb/before may), she and Lorenzo reunite and have a huge wedding. Then, Tamara makes a 6-week return as the not-so-dead Sophie Germaine...

Who's Sophie Germaine?

[Elias Bogan]

Legato:

Sophie Germaine was Lorenzo's love at college who died. I believe they revealed what supposedly happened to her and on Lo's yatch, Tams Carly found a picture of her that was basically an altered TB picture. Whats even funnier is that they pulled the same stunt when TamsCarly met John for the first time and saw a picture of his mother. It was an aged photo of Braun once again.

[Ontir]

On my way into the Grove ( an outdoor mall in LA) today, I saw the guy who played Dimitri's son on AMC, and Nicky Kraznikov on Begggers & Choosers.

[Rob Imes]

I find it strange that they fired the 3rd Carly. While I had reservations about her performance in the very beginning, and wondered whether I would keep watching the show, I think that she greatly improved over the past few months to the point that I didn't really miss Tamara Braun much in the role. I thought Jennifer was giving Carly a neat kind of "1960s" look that I liked. And she was looking more and more like Tamara. And plus she was doing "crazy" so well.

I felt bad for Carly when everyone around her was acting like they could care less about her, like during the fight at Kelly's where Sonny was worried about Reese's injuries but didn't care about Carly's, and then Lorenzo basically walked out on her telling Sonny that he could have her if he wanted, that he was through with her. And I liked the moment in Friday's episode where Sam wanted to bring Carly down to the police station, to take John Durant's offer of a switch for Jason's release, and Sam changed her mind after seeing how fragile Carly was, and let her go back to bed when Carly said that she wanted to help Jason but that she wished that she could get some rest.

I think that they should have just stuck with Jennifer as Carly. Any change that they make is going to be awkward at first anyway, and now we'll have to go though that awkward phase again with a new recast Carly. Bah!

[Ugoff]

I feel bad for Bransford- she didn't have a chance in hell of making this work because she came too close after Braun. They could have cast Eden Riegel, hypothetically speaking lets assume she's the same amazing actress, a bit older and never been on a soap- and people would still have revolted.

That all said...

AMC is so hot right now. The stories are getting great, things are moving forward and I'm looking forward to Jonathan returning to PV.

OLTL is boring the hell out of me, but I like the Rex aspects- everything else just feels boring and uninspired to me.

Y&R remains on top, with Terrible Tom stealing the show, closely followed by Michael, who just was creepy when he threatened Tom. What's Mike's history? And what has Kevin done that is so horrible?

Y&R has really been great. I'm not to sure about Michael's past but I do know he use to be a bad boy. I think he almost commited rape and other than that I'm not sure. You could try finding info about him at soapnet.com

Kevin was really bad when he hit Genoa City. First he seduced Lily Winters online and they became a couple. I beileve he gave her an STD. For some reason he locked her friend Collen in the frig at Gina's restaurant and burned the place down with her inside. Hmmm cant quite remember what happened next but what I do remember is that Kevin went to jail and was beat up really really badly. Then while in the hospital and fearing more jail time, he set himself on fire! I think either before or after that he got Daniel in a load of trouble when they thought up this scheme to make Kevin look like a hero by rescuing Lily from this crazy gangster named Alex. Oh yea I almost forgot Kevin use to be totally obsessed w/ Lauren and once held her at gunpoint. I doubt he was gonna shoot her. He wanted to kill himself. Oh have you stirred the pot! Now I wish I could watch all this over again from the beginning! It was such great storytelling, It flowed so seamlessly.

[Arune Singh]

Y&R has really been great. I'm not to sure about Michael's past but I do know he use to be a bad boy. I think he almost commited rape and other than that I'm not sure. You could try finding info about him at soapnet.com

Kevin was really bad when he hit Genoa City. First he seduced Lily Winters online and they became a couple. I beileve he gave her an STD. For some reason he locked her friend Collen in the frig at Gina's restaurant and burned the place down with her inside. Hmmm cant quite remember what happened next but what I do remember is that Kevin went to jail and was beat up really really badly. Then while in the hospital and fearing more jail time, he set himself on fire! I think either before or after that he got Daniel in a load of trouble when they thought up this scheme to make Kevin look like a hero by rescuing Lily from this crazy gangster named Alex. Oh yea I almost forgot Kevin use to be totally obsessed w/ Lauren and once held her at gunpoint. I doubt he was gonna shoot her. He wanted to kill himself. Oh have you stirred the pot! Now I wish I could watch all this over again from the beginning! It was such great storytelling, It flowed so seamlessly.

Y&R really is gripping. The guy playing Michael is just superb. He really nails the line between "heroically resilient" and "creepily vindictive."

Plus, Roscoe Born just OWNS Tom, as he did with Jim Thomason on AMC. Such an amazing actor and while Im sure he'll be killed sooner than later, he is one real memorable character actor.

Everytime I see Joshua Morrow, I think of 3Deep and the music video for "rain." Ha.

[Ugoff]

Y&R really is gripping. The guy playing Michael is just superb. He really nails the line between "heroically resilient" and "creepily vindictive."

Plus, Roscoe Born just OWNS Tom, as he did with Jim Thomason on AMC. Such an amazing actor and while Im sure he'll be killed sooner than later, he is one real memorable character actor.

Everytime I see Joshua Morrow, I think of 3Deep and the music video for "rain." Ha.

ITA with your comments on Michael and Roscoe Born. But I dont know who 3Deep are. Sorry. =)

If they let Roscoe Born go, their crazy! They better find a way to either A) keep him long term or B) keep the character alive and bring him back from time to time.

How do u feel about the Brad/Jack/Victoria storyline concerning Jabot cosmetics? I like it but it's just kinda there. I'm not really sure what kind of impact it will have on these three characters and Sharon/Nick to a certain degree.

[Arune Singh]

ITA with your comments on Michael and Roscoe Born. But I dont know who 3Deep are. Sorry. =)

If they let Roscoe Born go, their crazy! They better find a way to either A) keep him long term or B) keep the character alive and bring him back from time to time.

How do u feel about the Brad/Jack/Victoria storyline concerning Jabot cosmetics? I like it but it's just kinda there. I'm not really sure what kind of impact it will have on these three characters and Sharon/Nick to a certain degree.

3Deep was a boy band featuring Eddie Cibrain, Joshua Morrow and some guy from Toronto. The latter got them a lot of play on MuchMusic because the VJs could pimp them as a Canadian boy band. They weren't horrible but they suffered from generic production values.

I don't know... they've set the stage for Tom to be long term as we've seen some softness in him and frankly, if Luke Spencer and Todd Manning can be heroes, ANYONE can stay on a show. Except Michael Cambias. Somehow his rape of Bianca seemed WAY too personal and violent for him to ever be redeemed. Anyway, I wouldn't be surprised if Tom gets killed in the next year, but how long has he been on the show?

The whole Jabot thng is something I like- unlike Enchanment on AMC- because it's moving the characters forward and allowing for different relationships to form. It also reminds us that these characters have to work... which is a nice change of pace.

Anyone have thoughts on AMC? I think we're really seeing some good episodes and the idea that JR and Babe may fall back in love is AWESOME. I look forward to also seeing Ryan's return.

[Ugoff]

3Deep was a boy band featuring Eddie Cibrain, Joshua Morrow and some guy from Toronto. The latter got them a lot of play on MuchMusic because the VJs could pimp them as a Canadian boy band. They weren't horrible but they suffered from generic production values.

I don't know... they've set the stage for Tom to be long term as we've seen some softness in him and frankly, if Luke Spencer and Todd Manning can be heroes, ANYONE can stay on a show. Except Michael Cambias. Somehow his rape of Bianca seemed WAY too personal and violent for him to ever be redeemed. Anyway, I wouldn't be surprised if Tom gets killed in the next year, but how long has he been on the show?

The whole Jabot thng is something I like- unlike Enchanment on AMC- because it's moving the characters forward and allowing for different relationships to form. It also reminds us that these characters have to work... which is a nice change of pace.

Anyone have thoughts on AMC? I think we're really seeing some good episodes and the idea that JR and Babe may fall back in love is AWESOME. I look forward to also seeing Ryan's return.

Tom hasnt been on Y&R that long. Maybe 5 or 6 months I think maybe less. I also like the Jabot business story, just wish they would give it more screen time. Havent been watching AMC for months now. Actually I think it's been about two years. I keep track by reading spoilers and I doubt I'll ever watch it again.

[Elias Bogan]

If YOU could join a soap as a recast character, what show, would it be and under what circumstances would your character return/what would be the storyline???

I would want to join 'General Hospital' as a SORAS Michael Quatermaine. Carly would be killed in a mob shootout and being the only voice of reason in the whole thing, Courtney would sneak Michael away and enroll him in bording school and never tell Sonny or the Qs where he is. Then a year later, a now 16 year old Michael would return to town and would hate Sonny and Lo and the mob but instead of wanting revenge, he would want to do good and became a doctor. He reconnects with the Qs but becomes very similar to Tams Carly. Always trying to do the right thing but sometimes doing the wrong thing and going into a gray area. He would interact a lot with Georgie and Dillon alongwith Alan, Monica, Brooklynn, LuLu, Skye, Morgan, Tracy, Jax and Alexis.

[Arune Singh]

I don't think I could be the recast of anyone, since there aren't many Asian characters on soaps.

So I guess I'd get cast as a "black" character and I'd want to play Adrian Sword, who has come back to town to get revenge on Aidan DeVain for a screw up back in their military days.

[Rob Imes]

Laura Wright's official website is called Laura Addicts (http://www.lauraaddicts.com/). She notes on her News page that she is leaving Guiding Light but concerning "the rumors and questions ----I can not officially say anything until Monday." Which is today. So check for an update there from Laura sometime today about becoming the new Carly on General Hospital.

I watched a little bit of GL this morning -- it comes on at 10am in my area -- and I thought that, if anything, Laura Wright's character Cassie looked more like GH's Courtney than Carly. If Laura looks like this on GH, then Courtney and Carly are going to look a bit like sisters. What do you think?

http://a1494.g.akamai.net/7/1494/5949/c534448ca77a6d/babiestoday.com/graphics/laurawright2.jpg

Perhaps Jennifer Bransford was replaced because her Carly did not seem to fit with Courtney and Lorenzo as well as Tamara Braun had done. I would predict that Laura Wright's Carly will hang out with Courtney more (like she used to do) and get Alcazar interested in Carly again. (Hey, if Emily can tell Nikolas that she no longer loves him and then tell him the opposite in the next episode, then Lorenzo can find a way to want Carly, who is still technically his wife after all, back in his life again.)

It's ironic that Guiding Light, the oldest TV soap opera which began its long run on the radio back in 1937, is once again a pioneer. As far as I know, this is the first of the daytime TV soaps to be available as a podcast. Go to http://www.cbs.com/netcast and you can download recent episodes of Guiding Light as MP3 audio files which can be played on your computer or iPod. A show about CBS' soaps called CBS Soapbox is also available for download on that page.

[Elias Bogan]

I really hope it is Laura Wright because I have heard she is a good actress, her pictures are gorgeous and she has that wavy hair thing that Tamara did so often. I really want her to re-establish her relationships with Lorenzo and Courtney but first call Court on her ish and maybe even have a little romance with Jax before ultimatly finding her way to Lo. LW and TK worked together on 'The City' back in the 90s and allegedly they have chemistry.

Here is what I see as couples in GH's near future:

Jax/Alexis
Ric/Reese
Sonny/Emily
Nikolas/Courtney
Lucky/Liz
Luke/Tracy
Lo/Skye

with Carly just being single and also mixing it up with Jax and Lo while calling Sonny on his ish. Sonny met Emily (as played by Amber Tamblyn) when she was just 12 years old and even though Nat SORASED the character, it is still creepy. But hey, Soily furtheres my CarJax and CarLo agendas so I say full steam ahead!

[Ontir]

I don't think I could be the recast of anyone, since there aren't many Asian characters on soaps.

So I guess I'd get cast as a "black" character and I'd want to play Adrian Sword, who has come back to town to get revenge on Aidan DeVain for a screw up back in their military days.

Don't count yourself out, Arune. Remeber that Blair Daimler (NOT CRAMER!) was originally Asian. They can make any alteration to a character they want to. In terms of inclusive casting, I always think of Shari Belafonte in the film If You Could See What I hear She played the wife of Marc Singer. Both rolls were based upon real people, a blind singer and his wife, specifically. In real life, his wife is a caucasian, CA blonde. When Belafonte went in to read for the part, they said, "But she's white." She responded, "He's blind, how's he going to know!" She read, and got the part. They added one line to the script about him being colour blind too, and the real couple were thrilled with her being cast, because she was great and beautiful. It shouldn't be this way, but you just have to bring a crowbar to pry people's minds open!

[coquix]

So i'm finally caught up AMC and GH.

GH

I am loooooving Jason's memory s/l. Steve should get at least an emmy nom for this work. Jason/Sam are my favorite couple on this show next to Lo/Skye and Georgie/Dillon. I do like the whole six-pack s/l too. I feel bad for JennyB too. At first I really tried hard to keep an open mind and give her some time to grow into the role especially after she started right behind Tamara Braun. However, even tho i do agree that she has grown over the past months, i'm just still not seeing her as Carly. I agree that she was miscast. She probly would have been pretty good as a new or recast of a leser character. Or maybe just given some time before she got cast.

AMC

I'm loooooving Jonothan's story. He kicks butt. I am salivating for the day when Ryan comes back and Greenlee cries her eyes out and slaps the ish out of him, like Bianca did to Babe. I think the Dani story would have more of an impact if they would at least show her or the characters involved a lil bit more.

So did anybody catch today's eppy of Erica's show debut? I'm on the fence bout it.

[Elias Bogan]

I was thinking about what could happen if Maurice Benard ever decided to leave the show and I think I would use Jennifer Bransford to do it:

A new lawyer named Sasha Daniels comes to town and quickly befriends Alexis. Sasha quickly learns how Alexis is tied to Sonny thanks to her daughter Kristina and her son with Sonny's brother Ric. Sasha approaches Alexis about getting her children away from Sonny once and for all and Alexis agrees with the misgivings of husband Jax. Sasha then goes to the Quatermains with her plans and they hatch a plot where Alexis will get her kids if they get full custody of Michael. The plan works and then suddenly it is revealed that Sasha Daniels is really Daniella Sasha Cassadine, Helenas long lost daughter. Apparantly Mikkos hid her for revenge against Hells for killing Kristin. Now, Daniella wants Kristina and the boy as her last connection to her father. Alexis is distraught and can't even get out of bed but Ric and Sonny are intent on getting their kids back.

Then, as payback, Daniella gains control of ELQ and breaks it into peices and finances that to pay all of Sonny's enemies to come to PC and destroy him. His enemies do return and Ric is shot trying to protect his brother but Sonny is killed in a glaze of gunfire and this is witnessed by Michael, Morgan, Kristina and Ric's kid. Sonny is dead, Ric is paralyzed from the neck down. Then Carly teams up with Alexis and Jax to take down new mob queen Daniella Cassadine!

[Arune Singh]

So i'm finally caught up AMC and GH.

GH

I am loooooving Jason's memory s/l. Steve should get at least an emmy nom for this work. Jason/Sam are my favorite couple on this show next to Lo/Skye and Georgie/Dillon. I do like the whole six-pack s/l too. I feel bad for JennyB too. At first I really tried hard to keep an open mind and give her some time to grow into the role especially after she started right behind Tamara Braun. However, even tho i do agree that she has grown over the past months, i'm just still not seeing her as Carly. I agree that she was miscast. She probly would have been pretty good as a new or recast of a leser character. Or maybe just given some time before she got cast.

AMC

I'm loooooving Jonothan's story. He kicks butt. I am salivating for the day when Ryan comes back and Greenlee cries her eyes out and slaps the ish out of him, like Bianca did to Babe. I think the Dani story would have more of an impact if they would at least show her or the characters involved a lil bit more.

So did anybody catch today's eppy of Erica's show debut? I'm on the fence bout it.

The Jason S/L is a GREAT idea. I haven't watched GH, but the idea is PHENOMENAL.

Jono is really showing AMC viewers what you NEED in the show. Back when Bianca was around, Zach was mysterious and Ethan was the X-Factor, this show rocked, because we had strong acting and FAMILY was at the forefront. Right now... there's no heart to the show, but Jono and his s/l have brought back some heart to the show. His scenes are heart wrenching. He better win an Emmy for his work- the guy rocks it.

AMC is improving though, but here's a thought for the writers: USE ALL YOUR CHARACTERS! Look, I love Zach and he's the coolest guy on the show, but does he have to be in EVERY S/L? A return of Dixie story... and Palmer is on the backburner? Opal and Ruth aren't meddling more? Stuart is nowhere to be seen? And the excellently cast Del has like... NO role?

I think Babe/Jamie/JR have a compelling s/l and the Lavery story is strong. But instead of some damn episode about La Kane, let's show what's going on with the rest of the cast. Let's see more stories like the Dani story, where you have a lot of players in one story. And Ethan... how can they back burner him like this? And Aidan- will he every get to carry a story?

ARGH!

Now Y&R... they may be excluding some characters, but there are SO many more involved and such rich, intricate plotting. Q: Is Scott the child of Lauren or Sheila? The flashbacks today confused me.

[coquix]

ITA bout Jeff Branson deserving an emmy. He's earned it. Seriously, ever since "Dixie" came back we've seen Palmer like what, twice? Throw him a couple lines a week and Opal too. That's what I don't get. I read in SOD that AMC has like 40 people on contract. why are u adding more people when u already don't use the people u already have. I finally saw Reggie for like 5 min. today. Like i said before i think the whole dani s/l is good but it would grab fans more if they showed it more than once a week.

[Ontir]

OK, here goes:

Scott was married to Lauren, and had an affair with Sheila. Both women were pregnant, and when they delivered, Sheila switched babies taking Lauren's son as her own, and naming him Scott. Lauren then had Sheila's child, who I'm not certain was actually the son of Scott's (I think that's the reason for the switch, but I'm not sure.), and that baby died, leaving Lauren desolate, especially since Sheila then stole Lauren's husband Scott, as well. IIRC, Sheila was responsible for the death of Scott, but I don't remember if that happened before, or after the revelation that it was Sheila's child who had died, and that Lauren was Scotty's mom. Scotty ended up with Lauren, and Sheila went to the Bold & the Beautiful. Now, they seem to be suggesting that Sheila had lied about the switch, and that it WAS Lauren's child who died, while Sheila acutally is the mother of Scott, but like you, I'm not sure either. However it turns out, with Sheila at the wheel, you better strap yourself in for this wild ride!

[Rob Imes]

I like how Jason is questioning the morality of his old self. On the message boards, it always seems like the fans are troubled (or, at least, complain) over the morality (or lack thereof) of Jason's and Sonny's criminal business. I wonder if it will lead to long-term changes in Jason's character, if he refuses to go back to his old "Sonny's enforcer" lifestyle.

I noticed in Wednesday's episode that Sam mentioned that Jason went to church "every Sunday." I found that a bit curious considering not only his profession, but also his supposedly anti-social personality. I can see him going in there when nobody else is around -- like we occasionally see characters do during times of stress in the hospital's chapel -- but I have a hard time seeing him being an "every Sunday" churchgoer since that would make him part of a regular social interaction. And it would also presumably imply a serious devotion to trying to be a moral person, to follow the commandments of his faith ("thou shall not kill," etc.) -- but his actions for Sonny suggest otherwise.

[Arune Singh]

OK, here goes:

Scott was married to Lauren, and had an affair with Sheila. Both women were pregnant, and when they delivered, Sheila switched babies taking Lauren's son as her own, and naming him Scott. Lauren then had Sheila's child, who I'm not certain was actually the son of Scott's (I think that's the reason for the switch, but I'm not sure.), and that baby died, leaving Lauren desolate, especially since Sheila then stole Lauren's husband Scott, as well. IIRC, Sheila was responsible for the death of Scott, but I don't remember if that happened before, or after the revelation that it was Sheila's child who had died, and that Lauren was Scotty's mom. Scotty ended up with Lauren, and Sheila went to the Bold & the Beautiful. Now, they seem to be suggesting that Sheila had lied about the switch, and that it WAS Lauren's child who died, while Sheila acutally is the mother of Scott, but like you, I'm not sure either. However it turns out, with Sheila at the wheel, you better strap yourself in for this wild ride!

Yeah, I'm really blown away by the quality of the show. The writing and acting is just superb.

[Arune Singh]

ITA bout Jeff Branson deserving an emmy. He's earned it. Seriously, ever since "Dixie" came back we've seen Palmer like what, twice? Throw him a couple lines a week and Opal too. That's what I don't get. I read in SOD that AMC has like 40 people on contract. why are u adding more people when u already don't use the people u already have. I finally saw Reggie for like 5 min. today. Like i said before i think the whole dani s/l is good but it would grab fans more if they showed it more than once a week.

I think the AMC writing is just very short term right now, in that they're not really planning ahead the way they seemed to with the Bianca stories, which were the best ones in recent times.

I just wish we saw more cast members and there was a purpose to it all. I think all the elements are present for the show to do well and it could... if they just worked at having more characters in the stories. And more stories- we don't need to see the same stories continued each day. I'd say we should have FIVE big stories going on with at least 5 people involved in a major way and another 5 involved peripherally. That wouldn't be hard- everyone's related and connected!

[Ontir]

I was in the grocery store the other night, and was stunned to see a soap mag that says Victor & Nikki are leaving Y&R, and that it's going to be explosive! I'm stunned. I figured those two would be on 'til they died!

[Arune Singh]

I was in the grocery store the other night, and was stunned to see a soap mag that says Victor & Nikki are leaving Y&R, and that it's going to be explosive! I'm stunned. I figured those two would be on 'til they died!

Eh. ABC SOAPS IN DEATH also advertises the death of Jason Morgan every other issue, so take it with a grain of salt.

[Legato]

Eh. ABC SOAPS IN DEATH also advertises the death of Jason Morgan every other issue, so take it with a grain of salt.

The last time I checked they mentioned Sonny or Ric getting killed not Jason. They also said something about Carly going loco and attacking Emily because she looked like Faith.

[Rob Imes]

The last time I checked they mentioned Sonny or Ric getting killed not Jason.

That's what the current cover says. But another recent cover of theirs indicated that Jason was going to die.

[Rob Imes]

TV Guide (http://www.tvguide.com/soaps/soapsnews/) is reporting that Kari Wuhrer is leaving General Hospital. Under the title "GH WHACKS ANOTHER MOB MOLL," the item says that Wuhrer was fired and that her pregnancy may have been the reason.

They also have an interview (http://www.tvguide.com/Soaps/SoapsNews/2005/0916/05soapsnews.htm) with Jennifer Bransford (ex-Carly) talking about her own experience being fired from GH.

[Steve]

I was channel surfing today and ran into Days. It' so bizarre seeing Wayne Northrop back as a new manipulative character, along with Drake Hogenstyn and Josh Taylor in the same room, who also portrayed Roman Brady themselves.

[Ontir]

Arune,

It's one thing to advertise that Jason Morgan's going to bite it, but they don't generally run "Luke leaves Port Charles," or "Erica Dies in Plane Crash." Victor & Nikki are the king and queen of Genoa City. For them to even be discussed as leaving is a really big deal, and it represents probably the greatest shake-up that show's ever had - if it's true.

[Arune Singh]

Arune,

It's one thing to advertise that Jason Morgan's going to bite it, but they don't generally run "Luke leaves Port Charles," or "Erica Dies in Plane Crash." Victor & Nikki are the king and queen of Genoa City. For them to even be discussed as leaving is a really big deal, and it represents probably the greatest shake-up that show's ever had - if it's true.

They're worse than Wizard. I remember an issue where it had Tamara Braun's picture and the words "She's Back!" brightly on the cover. It was about her coming back... in a film.

Or the one where they proclaimed that Di was Dixie. "She's Really Dixie!" was the tagline and we all know that she was never planned to be Dixie.

Victor and Nikki are leaving Genoa City... for a vacation. They'll be back. It's blatantly false advertising.

Speaking of Y&R, Mac and JT annoy me- I like JT with Brittany (who is leaving the show) and Mac with Kevin, but Mac & Jt... ick. He seems like a creepy stalker and she seems like a cocktease.

[Legato]

So I guess Robin coming back to GH isn't true either right?

[Arune Singh]

So I guess Robin coming back to GH isn't true either right?


It's true- but my point is, take these magazines with a grain of salt.

[coquix]

I got a question bout GH. Why oh why are Brooke Lynne and Maxie not supporting Dillon. Even tho it looks bad Georgie is the only one standing by him. I can understand Mac and Jesse, cuz Mac never really liked him and Jesse doesn't know him. He's Brooke Lynne's uncle and has always looked out for her, so for her to think twice about him drugging her and taking dirty pics is just wrong. Maxie is just thinking twice about her "friend" Dillon only because her boyfriend is the detective on the case and is looking at it solely based on evidence. Wouldn't it be a creative idea if she actually disagreed with her man. But we all know that doesn't happen that often. This part of the story just really annoys me and I just had to get that off my chest.

One site is suggesting that the stalker story is apart of a much bigger storyline and that friday's eppy had a hint as to how big. I kinda hope so cuz this story is just ff material for me.

Britanny's leaving Y&R? That's too bad cuz from what I've seen of the show she's really grown as a character.

I'm reeeeally wanting to know about Dr. Madden's secret. Even tho I have my own ideas. Especially after Hazel's comment on friday. I also am curious where Zach broke into the other day. It looked like the clinic. if it was I wonder what he did.

[Arune Singh]

Maybe Zach switched the sperm samples, Adam Chandler style?

I figure that Josh was created by Madden, using Erica's egg and Greg's sperm, maybe carried by Greg's wife. I dunno.

[coquix]

Maybe Zach switched the sperm samples, Adam Chandler style?

I figure that Josh was created by Madden, using Erica's egg and Greg's sperm, maybe carried by Greg's wife. I dunno.

That's always been my thought. I really hope that Zach didn't switch Ryan's sperm with his. That would be very bad IMO.

[Elias Bogan]

I have been hearing great things about both OLTL and AMC the past few weeks. I hate I have class from 2-4 most afternoons except for Friday and I havent been able to see ATWT or even GH.

I know GH is horrible right now and will continue to be so until Boob and Road Chuck (shout out to soapzone) are fired by the major casting changes in the next month are promissing. Kari and JennyB are gone replaced by Laura and Kimberly. I am also hearing that Courtney is now pregnant with Jax's baby and since I loved Casper, I hope it will bring them back together. Nik can get with Robin and leave Emily for Sonny (Soily) and I can get back my CarLo!!!

[Legato]

Elias Bogan

I've tried to look at it from your POV but I just couldn't see Emily and Sonny as a couple. To me Sonny and Emily have kind of a brother/sister relationship and thats what Sonny only see her as and Emily isn't the type that would be interested in Sonny. Also it would be Jason/Courtney all over again.

Besides, from the way things are ending up, we may see Sonny and Carly back together.

I agree with you that I would love to have Jax and Courtney back together too. I also want Nik and Emily(Nily) to get back together aswell.

[Elias Bogan]

Legato:

The ONLY reason I want Emily & Sonny (Soily) together is because it furthers my CarLo agenda. Carly has consistently been robbed of this pairing because her ex husbands new pairings keep flunking and I desperatly want a Sonny pairing to work to free Carly. Nat and Mo have great chemistry together and while it is somewhat disgusting, anything that gets me CarLo can be justified in my book.

CarLo was abandoned the first time around in April 2004 because Samson flunked. They were given renewed life in Jan 2005 and lasted until right after Tams left the role because JennyB had zero chemistry with Ted and the "SoRee" pairing failed. Heck, even before CarLo, she was robbed of a pairing with Jax and then Zander becaue Sonny's pairings failed.

Laura and Ted are really good friends and allegedly had great chemistry back on 'The City'. Also, both have said publically that they want to work together and Laura is known as a real fire-brand on the set of 'Guiding Light' and I know she will not TIIC's crap with S&C. CarLo is coming and its going to be big. The TnT chemistry can never be duplicated, but I am so looking forward to see what Laura and Ted can do!

[coquix]

I watched a lil of Loving and then The City. Laura Wright and Ted King were pretty good together. I for one was a diehard CarLo fan when Tams was on the show. I am having a renewed sense of hope with Laura Wright coming on. I am a lil disappointed with Reese getting written out because i kinda liked her with Sonny. Concerning Emily I honestly hope they don't hook them up because it would be kinda icky. Honestly, I think NEm is gonna get back together especially since I'm sensing that they're gonna give Courtney a miracle pregnancy. She was feeling very sick all of a sudden last week. I think it would be pretty interesting to have Liz's baby survive and have a Casper baby. If Sonny can populate half of Port Charles, why not Jax. :D

[Steve]

Hot dam!

Can you guys imagine if Amber Tamblyn never left GH and stayed?

I keep getting an image of her and Maurice Bernard together.

Now that's ick to the max baby!

Shudders.

At least Natalia Livingston LOOKs older (29). Come to think of it, she IS older than Tamblyn, by seven years.

[GabrielleWP]

Ok I just caught up on GH for the first time in about a year, with a weeks worth of eps on SoapNet. And I have a few Q's.

What made Carly finally loose it? (Thank God LW is taking over the role)

Jason lost his memory AGAIN?! Are you kidding me?

And when did Jax and Em have sex?

Thanks : )

Someone get Jonathan Jackson back as Lucky plsthnx.


GWP

[Ontir]

I don't think anyone, including the writers know why Carly's gone nuts, other than, perhaps, they need a way to shove the actress out the door, then bring her replacement in.

Jason DID lose his memory, but as an after affect of an experimental drug that was supposed to restore his memory, which to some extent, it did, allowing him to remember that the Dr. treating Michael, had tried to kill him 10 years earlier, and killed AJ to keep it a secret. He continued with the drug, and currently seems to be in something of a feuge (sp?) state, not recalling the events of his life, but having all of Jason Morgan's abilities, with Jason Quartermaine's morality.

Emily and Jax hadn't, last I saw had sex. Em just lost Nikolas to Courtney, who was married to Jax, and Elizabeth is artificially inseminated with Jax and Courtney's child, which it now appears will be raised jointly by them and Jax, with Courtney left to twist in the wind.

I like Greg Vaughn. I ran into him on the street in Ocean Park about a month ago, but didn't realize it was him until after he'd passed.

[Steve]

Carly went whacko cause she found out she was really a man.

[GabrielleWP]

Thanks Ontir for the updates! Things make a bit more sense now. (if thats possible in a SoapWorld)

GWP

[Rob Imes]

What made Carly finally loose it?

She was obsessing over Sonny's relationship with Reese to the point that Lorenzo dumped her. When she fought Reese in Kelly's, Sonny cared about Reese's injuries but didn't bother to look at Carly's. When she saw Jason on the street, he walked away from her saying he didn't know her. So her whole world was falling apart, everyone she knew and loved seemed to not care about her anymore. (Even her kid Michael didn't want to be with her when it meant living with Lorenzo Alcazar, who he dislikes.)

Finally she snapped when it looked like Reese and Sonny were getting serious and he was going to ask her to move in with him. Carly trashed Reese's place (Sonny's old apartment) and then pulled a gun on Sonny. Oh I forgot, she had also tried to kill Reese with a knife when they were in Florida. So, she's slowly been going crazy for awhile now, but it's only since she pulled the gun on Sonny that she's been hiding out at his house, walking around in a delusional haze.

[Elias Bogan]

Wanna hear something awful....I was speaking with a friend of mine today about the possibilities for Carly when Laura Wright takes over the role and in my mind, I can totally justify Sonny being with Maxie or even Brooklynn just to satisfy my CarLo agenda!

Heck, given Mo and Kirsten's acting choices, I think Maxie and Sonny would make a great couple!!!

[Legato]

Wanna hear something awful....I was speaking with a friend of mine today about the possibilities for Carly when Laura Wright takes over the role and in my mind, I can totally justify Sonny being with Maxie or even Brooklynn just to satisfy my CarLo agenda!

Heck, given Mo and Kirsten's acting choices, I think Maxie and Sonny would make a great couple!!!

Maxie I dont see happening, then again Id love to see the look on Mac's face when he finds out. Brooklynn maybe, but when she matures enough that is. I say bring the actress who played Brenda back and reunite her with Sonny.

That way you'd still have CarLo while the Brenda and Sonny fans would be happy having BreSon as a couple again. It would be the best of both worlds.

[Steve]

Vanessa Marcil is on Las Vegas. I don't see her returning.

They should bring back Lisa Vultaggio who played Hannah Scott. I thought she was hot. Looking at her credits, it's not like she's doing anything since 2001.

[Ontir]

I've given up on GH and AMC. I watch Y&R and tape OLTL.

[Steve]

Brain fart.

[Ontir]

I think you meant to respond to my comment on a different thread, as Bruckheimer has nothing to do with Soap Operas.

[Steve]

Oops! Yep, it was for this thread (http://forums.comicbookresources.com/showthread.php?p=1961206#post1961206). Fixed.

[Arune Singh]

AMC... GOD! There is so much potential. They have some great actors on the show. The Adam/Krystal story is GREAT. The idea of Garret/Julia/Di is solid. But where's the rest of the cast? Why not have Brooke notice that her son is becoming a pompous ass? Why aren't Palmer and Opal investigating "Di?"

It infuriates me that the majority of this show's cast is window dressing.

Hell, the Cambias clan is one of the best new sets of characters I've seen in a while... and they're being wasted. Ethan should be struggling with his inner demons and butting heads with JR over Chandler Enterprises. Kevin Buchanan should show up to chide JR over how he is treating "Ace." I'd love to see AMC and OLTL have tighter continuity.

On the upside, ABC now offers midi ringtones and I got the AMC theme! yay!

[Ugoff]

AMC... GOD! There is so much potential. They have some great actors on the show. The Adam/Krystal story is GREAT. The idea of Garret/Julia/Di is solid. But where's the rest of the cast? Why not have Brooke notice that her son is becoming a pompous ass? Why aren't Palmer and Opal investigating "Di?"

It infuriates me that the majority of this show's cast is window dressing.

Hell, the Cambias clan is one of the best new sets of characters I've seen in a while... and they're being wasted. Ethan should be struggling with his inner demons and butting heads with JR over Chandler Enterprises. Kevin Buchanan should show up to chide JR over how he is treating "Ace." I'd love to see AMC and OLTL have tighter continuity.

On the upside, ABC now offers midi ringtones and I got the AMC theme! yay!

From what I've read Julia Barr(Brooke English,AMC) may be out the door. Frons has a plan to slowly phase out the older characters or at least that's the buzz over at soapnet. Specificly older woman are going to start being phased out on ABC soaps. It's cool your enjoying AMC but I've read alot of post who arent enjoying it and I can see why. The ratings are pretty bad to, either 2.4 or 2.5. I think the show is going to undergo a major cast change in the next year or so. A few people are rumored to be leaving.

[Ontir]

We didn't have soaps yesterday, because the northern part of the county is on fire. This means that we had to have live telecasts, in HD, of smoke blowing for the better part of the day. There is NO journalism in LA!

Today, we had a brown-out, and I couldn't get enough power to turn the TV on, to reprogram my VCR, so no joy for me!

Y&R was great two days ago, though! :mad:

[Arune Singh]

From what I've read Julia Barr(Brooke English,AMC) may be out the door. Frons has a plan to slowly phase out the older characters or at least that's the buzz over at soapnet. Specificly older woman are going to start being phased out on ABC soaps. It's cool your enjoying AMC but I've read alot of post who arent enjoying it and I can see why. The ratings are pretty bad to, either 2.4 or 2.5. I think the show is going to undergo a major cast change in the next year or so. A few people are rumored to be leaving.

The show needs a shakeup, even though I think the potential is there, because the show is just not hitting the notes it should be hitting with these kinds of stories. I can see why a lot of people would drop this show and I don't blame them. Still, I think the loss of Bianca is the biggest thing that hurt this show because it so minimized the fallout of last year's story and really hurt the momentum.

[coquix]

I read the same thing bout Frons' plans for the ABC shows on soapcentral.com. How his goal was to phase out the expensive vets. I just don't get how they think it would be a good idea to make the shows comprised out of just young people. Isn't that what the O.C. and shows like that are for? I don't see why TPTB are so afraid of balance.

On the brighter side we saw Myrtle on AMC the other day. I'm sorry but Julia is getting very annoying. I did love the scene today when Garrett had his arm draped around Di from behind with that smirk on his face. Juila was dumbstruck.

[Arune Singh]

I read the same thing bout Frons' plans for the ABC shows on soapcentral.com. How his goal was to phase out the expensive vets. I just don't get how they think it would be a good idea to make the shows comprised out of just young people. Isn't that what the O.C. and shows like that are for? I don't see why TPTB are so afraid of balance.

On the brighter side we saw Myrtle on AMC the other day. I'm sorry but Julia is getting very annoying. I did love the scene today when Garrett had his arm draped around Di from behind with that smirk on his face. Juila was dumbstruck.

Ooh.. where on SoapCentral? I want to read this! I think it is silly to get rid of the vets, as they add the history and depth to the show, but then again, the writers have basically written these people out of the show.

Myrtle is GREAT, especially in scenes with Zach. Perfect.

[Ontir]

I can't imagine the ABC shows without Erica, Viki, and Luke. One of them maybe, but to phase out all 3 is just daft. One of the reasons that Guiding Light is so bad, is that almost all of the old characters are gone, and the ones who remain have been so badly bastardized as to be unrecognizable. They'd be fools to follow that path. That said, the only ABC show I watch now, is OLtL.

[Elias Bogan]

Okay I heard a rumour over at soapzone that since Eisner is gone, changes will be coming swiftly across the disney line. Eventually this will trickle down to daytime and allegedly Boob and Roadchuck are next up for renewel in February. I have this feeling that the train disaster and NuNuNuCarly are not going to raisse ratings and something will FINALLY be done.

Here is what I would do: Trevor Lansing comes to town after he learns that Ric isnt Adella's. She lost her baby because of Sonny and bought another one to appease Trevor. Then it is learned that Sonny is barren (?). In Carly's new clarity, she remembers that she slept with Jax and Morgan is his. Kristina belongs to Ned and Michael is completely re-Q'ed. Also, it is revealed that Adella was sleeping around and Sonny doesnt belong to Mike at all so he and Courtney arent related either. After humiliating Sonny and cutting all his ties to the canvas, I would fire Maurice Benard and buy out his contract no matter how expense it was. Then, rehire Kristina Wagner and Robyn Richards and bring them back for a story in which Mac and Flea find evidence that Anna and Robert are alive and go searching for them.

The Qs, Spencers and Scorpios would be put front and center. A Alexis/Jax/Carly/Lo quad would be set up while characters like Courtney, Sam and Jason are relegated to the sidelines and only appear a few days a month.

[Legato]

Elias Bogan


No way. That would be like firing Luke, whom the PTB doesn't have the b***s to fire unless he asked to be released from his contract. Id have Maurice take a well deserved vacation, Luke always have one during the summer so I would have Maurice take his vacation during the fall and winter season, after that whole Carly ordeal. Sonny decided to leave for awhile so he decided to have Bobbie look after Michael and Morgan while he is away. He says his goodbys to Jason and Sam also ask Emily to help Bobby out with the kids. Sonny boards his private jet, some Sonny flashbacks happen, and he flys off.

I would revolve the story around Jason, Sam, and Robin. Followed by Emily, Nick, Lucky, Liz, Bobbie, Lorenzo Alchazar, and a new Carly.

Lorenzo and Bobbie would help Carly recover while Carly and Lorenzo begins to rebuild their relationship in the process. Bobbie has a conversation with Luke about Carly's mental problem. This is unsettling for Luke because he still remembers when Laura went crazy, he cant stand Carly but even he feels that she doesn't deserve to be in the situation she is in.

Durant tries to be involed but Bobbie doesn't want Durant to have any part in this and makes it clear to him to stay out of Carly's life.

Jax finds out that he is the father of Courtney's baby and he promised Courtney that things will be different, unlike the last time, and he will be a good father to their child.

A love triangle would happen between Jason, Sam, and Robin.

As far as this whole stalker thing goes well it would assume that Lucus had something to do with framing Dillion but it turns out that Jesse was behind the whole thing.

[Elias Bogan]

The firing of Mo would just be the beginning for me. The actors that play Jesse, Nik, Emily, Edward, Lucas, Seth, Justus (along with the already mentioned rehiring of Kristina Wagner and Robyn Richars) are just some of the changes I would make.

I would bring back the old opening credits and get that stupid flashing thing off the screen for good. The Greyskull set would never see the light of day again and PH4 would be totally remodeled to erase any memory of Sonny Corinthos. I think I would move Stefan Cassadine into the penthouse.

[coquix]

i wouldn't fire Maurice Benard because he really is a good actor. It's just the fact that the writers are writing his character as if he's the sole reason for the town existing. The problem is balance. the writers are being lazy and disrespectful of the fans and the actors who were there watching the show loooong before they came on board. Good writers can almost always make something out of what they have instead of just bringing in a boatload of new people just to make things easier for them. It's lazy. Brining in new people every now and then is necessary to keep things from getting stale, but not at the total expense of the show.

Arune:

I'll try to find the link for you.

[coquix]

Arune:

Here you go see if this works.
http://boards.soapcentral.com/showthread.php?t=85877

Elias:

I've always hated the new opening on GH.

[Legato]

Coquix

I agree. That is exactly what I have been trying to explain. I dont blame Maurice because the writers cant think of a decent story that doesn't revolve around Sonny. If I were in charge I would have the writers to either come up with some good stories that revolves around other characters, not just Sonny, or they could kiss their jobs goodbye.

The current Emily, as much as I dont like her, can be a good actress when she has to, besides it looks like they are trying to build Emily and Nik as the next Luke and Laura.

I also hate GH opening. I would try to make the opening something like AMC, more traditional and classy.

Sonny shouldn't be treated like a saint. He should be hated by everyone except by the people whom he cares about like Ric, Reese, Carly, Jason, Sam, Mike, Emily, to some extent, and Luke, they were friends once so I would explore more into that.

[Arune Singh]

AMC has the best opening in soaps. I just love it. Y&R is a close second, but they don't show enough characters- still, that theme is great.

[Steve]

I quite like the previous GH opening with Faces of the Heart and how they played a slower version at the end with credits rolling. There was no need for change at all.

[Elias Bogan]

AMC does have an excellent opening. If I were to fix the opening, here is exactly what I would do:

Return to the "faces of the heart" song from the 90s. Go back to the single big face shot but this time the color scheme would be the blackish/blue they use on Sonny and Carly at the beginning. The first few opening credits would be old footage of Steve Hardy, Bobbie, etc at the hospital and then the ambulance before the words "General Hospital" flash on screen. I would have people smiling, have couples and family shots and even get Rosie a shot in the opening like the two dogs had back in the day. No one except maybe Luke would be wearing black and the final shot would be the entire cast (men AND women) in formal wear and then a fade to the GH logo.

[Ontir]

I'm not overly fond of ABC making all three soaps tie together by their openings. The one that needed the least change, was One Life to Live although it works. All My Children works the best of the three. General Hospital's images are fine, but I don't like the re-working of the theme at all.

Y&R needs to dump the black and white, along with the faceless non-entity in the gown, and go back to the faster theme. It's been a few years anyway, it's time to update!

[Ugoff]

Okay I heard a rumour over at soapzone that since Eisner is gone, changes will be coming swiftly across the disney line. Eventually this will trickle down to daytime and allegedly Boob and Roadchuck are next up for renewel in February. I have this feeling that the train disaster and NuNuNuCarly are not going to raisse ratings and something will FINALLY be done.

Here is what I would do: Trevor Lansing comes to town after he learns that Ric isnt Adella's. She lost her baby because of Sonny and bought another one to appease Trevor. Then it is learned that Sonny is barren (?). In Carly's new clarity, she remembers that she slept with Jax and Morgan is his. Kristina belongs to Ned and Michael is completely re-Q'ed. Also, it is revealed that Adella was sleeping around and Sonny doesnt belong to Mike at all so he and Courtney arent related either. After humiliating Sonny and cutting all his ties to the canvas, I would fire Maurice Benard and buy out his contract no matter how expense it was. Then, rehire Kristina Wagner and Robyn Richards and bring them back for a story in which Mac and Flea find evidence that Anna and Robert are alive and go searching for them.

The Qs, Spencers and Scorpios would be put front and center. A Alexis/Jax/Carly/Lo quad would be set up while characters like Courtney, Sam and Jason are relegated to the sidelines and only appear a few days a month.

Get rid of Carly and Lo and I would tune in. I like alot of your ideas Elias.For me the whole cast is a total lost. It's time for a clean slate but I know that wouldnt work. Some characters dont vibe with me because of storyline reason or the way their written. Others are just plain vile. Everyone has slept with everyone else and everyone's story has been told . Everyone's had an addiction, a car wreck(lot's of car wrecks!), stays in hosptial(I'm talking to u Elizabeth!), had their warehouse and/or boat exploded, been in a fire, miscarriges, a mobster in their face. Wash rinse repeat. Also I have to second Sonny being dropped from the show. He mumbles and his stories have been told(or least drop him to recurring). Sam is even worse, she mumbles and has a whisper voice. Really not understandable. And Kelly use to rock on Port Charles! What happened? I just dont see any legacy type characters from the newbies that would be able to hold their appeal from 30 years. I use to love Luke but he's gotten very repeatitvie. Scheme then lie then meet pretty girl 20 yrs younger than you scheme adventure dress up in a disguise argue scheme kiss yawn. I dunno it's just become stale. I really like Helena also but she's so one note. The whole thing with Stavros last time started off good but ended so badly. The end to that story was so over the top and lame. Ugh. I'm not sure anything could make me want to tune in to GH again. Gh isnt the only soap with a problem of repeating stuff but I feel GH and B&B are the two biggest offenders.

[Arune Singh]

My thoughts:

- AMC has something interesting with the Lavery story, but they need to pick up the pace. There's a palpable sense of emotion in the story, but the story is dragging.
- AMC needs to use the vets and stop re-using the same story beats with characters. More stories = less filler time.
- OLTL is quite well balanced right now, even if I am sort of bored. It's a well done show, but too many of the storylines aren't my thing. And I hate Natalie and Layla. They both need to shut up. Antonio is an ass. He just comes off as a prick.
- Y&R is really strong, but I'd like to see the whole Sheila story sped up a bit. And is Jack Abbot the son of John Abbot? If so, why do they so rarely interact? Also, how are all the CBS shows connected? The Forrestors (B&B?) were mentioned and Sheila spent some time on other shows, so how often do these shows contain similar/crossover elements?

[Deathstroke]

I don't have any information on when exactly this will occur, but according to Melodicrock.com, Rick Springfield will reprise his General Hospital role of Dr. Noah Drake in the near future.

[Ontir]

I like Layla, but she needs a story-line of her own.

I HATE John and Natalie. They don't work together at all, and they've had to dangerously sacrifice the John/Evangeline story, dangerous in that it could negatively affect Evangeline's longevity. A dumb move, since we know that Cristian is coming back, and that after a great deal of sturm und drang, that he and Natalie will be back together, and happier than ever, until the next storm blows into their lives.

When Cristian does come back though, I want to see a scene with Lindsay on the phone being B!+@#$% out by a buyer who's angry that he over-paid for an artist he'd been assured was dead! :p

[Arune Singh]

I like Layla, but she needs a story-line of her own.

I HATE John and Natalie. They don't work together at all, and they've had to dangerously sacrifice the John/Evangeline story, dangerous in that it could negatively affect Evangeline's longevity. A dumb move, since we know that Cristian is coming back, and that after a great deal of sturm und drang, that he and Natalie will be back together, and happier than ever, until the next storm blows into their lives.

When Cristian does come back though, I want to see a scene with Lindsay on the phone being B!+@#$% out by a buyer who's angry that he over-paid for an artist he'd been assured was dead! :p

I don't see a Natalie/Cristian reunion coming soon. He's going to 180 and probably end up with someone else I think, as they're basically rebooting the character a la Jason Morgan. I also hate Natalie, so I wanted John not to save her.

[Ontir]

I like Natalie, and have from the beginning. I just hate her with John, who's much more interesting with Evengeline, who actually pushes him to be more than the wounded bird he's been his entire life.

I really hope they don't turn Cristian into a "Jason Morgan," that would be enough to drive me away from the show! Even Jason Morgan isn't "Jason Morgan" these days. I'd much prefer a return to the original Cristian, maybe even with the original actor, as unlikely as that is.

As disappointed as I was when Roger Howarth jumped ship, I enjoy Trevor St. John, and increasingly so. He's a bit smoother on the surface, but no less troubled below. I am troubled by his apparent murder of his own child, especially given Viki's reminder of the horrors they both endured at their fathers' hands - but that's the writing, not the acting.

While I've been enjoying the Antonion/Jess/Tess/Nash quadrangle, it's time for some resolution! Way past time, in fact. If they don't get everything out in the open soon, I'll start fast forwarding through their scenes, like I do the John and Natalie scenes!

[coquix]

AMC was so good the last two days. Especially on Thursday when Tad confronted Di. I'm not saying that I think what she's done is right, but I gotta admit that the way the writers are writing I do feel some sympathy for her. I'll definitely feel bad for her when the truth eventually comes out. It would really be good if it happens if/when Dixie comes back.

The Lavery story is finally picking up too. So in the new issue of SOD there's a ABC soap special. In the AMC section they're hinting that Aidan and Erin might be paired up. I also read that they're casting a new female character for Jonothan's love interest. Honestly I don't want another new face in Pine Valley for a while. However, I really can't see him being paired up with any of the ladies on the show right now. Simone would be my only choice because it looked like they had some sparks, but she's with Ethan now. Maybe a triangle just for the sole reason of giving Simone/Ethan some airtime.

[Elias Bogan]

Dear lord, I didnt think it was possible but it actually happened: they made GHs opening even crappier than before!!!

The beginning is actually a lot better since it seems to flow better but that after that everything just sucks. It will be easier to just make a list:

1) The music doesnt "flow" with the shots
2) Why in the world is JennyB still in the credits?
3) Maxie and Jesse's shots are just stupid with the super close ups and the wind effect that just accentuates both actors plainness
4) Jamming Michael in their with Bobbie in that illy placed shot
5) Nik/Emily/Lucky are still sharing one when the story no longer makes sense for that.

Since its obvious this opening design isnt going away, here is what I would do for the order:

Sonny/Robin/Jason/Sam/Lorenzo/Carly/Michael/Bobbie/Lucky/Liz/Nik/Emily/Jax/Courtney/Ric/Alexis/Justus/Lainey/Mac/Georgie+Dillon/Maxie+Dillon/Brooklynn+Lucas/Alan+Monica/Tracy/Skye/Luke

[Legato]

Well Elias Bogan it looks like you could be right about Sonny/Emily. I remember reading a soap mazagine and it had a column about it. Also even MB quoted that he finds the idea of Sonny and Emily interesting.

[Ontir]

They can't wrap up the horrible Ryan's dead/back from the dead storyline fast enough. I really liked he and Greenlea together, but now there's no way she should ever have anything to do with him, ever again.

Now if OLTL can just get rid of Spencer Truman, everything will be much better. I'm glad Viki's finally clued in about Jessicca and Tess. If that doesn't bring Clint back to Llanview, nothing will!

I didn't watch the whole show today, but I saw the first 10 minutes today, and am now wondering how long it'll be, until Lucas is out. He seemed to be really close to telling Luke on the park bench. I think he missed a real opportinuty there, Luke was drunk, so there's a good chance he wouldn't remember it, and he'd have a little practice, which never hurts.

[Rob Imes]

Dear lord, I didnt think it was possible but it actually happened: they made GHs opening even crappier than before!!!

I assume that it's just a temporary change, just a little update. I would hope that they do a whole brand-new opening when Reese leaves and the new Carly shows up. Unfortunately, they just might digitally add her into this opening instead of making a whole new opening. That's what they did for Reese and the previous Carly. I'm just glad that Steven Webber and that dead chick are no longer in the opening sequence.

Sonny/Robin/Jason/Sam/Lorenzo/Carly/Michael/Bobbie/

I don't think that Bobbie and Michael are considered important enough to be ahead of Ric, Jax, etc. in the lineup. You would think that Michael's status as Sonny and Carly's kid would require him to be placed near the beginning alongside them, but I can't see a child actor getting such a prominent place in the opening sequence. However, I was glad to see Dylan Cash included in the opening and I think he deserves to be included next to Sonny and Carly in the opening. I just don't think TPTB will do it. Same with Bobbie; one gets the feeling that they only keep her in the opening sequence to make the long-time fans happy. Even when it would make sense to use her (like Carly going crazy), she is nowhere around or used only sparingly to remind us that she's still around GH, like Dr. Tony Jones.

[Elias Bogan]

Legato:

The idea of Sonny&Emily together is absolutely sickening if you remember Amber Tamblyn in the role and the fact that she was Brenda's little sister. However, Natalia is not Amber and the character has been basically an entirely different person since she took over three years ago. Looks wise Mo and Nat look great together and they bring out the best in each other as far as acting skills. Also, it satifised by CarLo agenda which is even stronger with Laura in the role.

Ontir:

I was just happy to see a Spencer Family scene. Ryan Carnes and Tamara shared a scene last christmas that was great but then nothing between the sibs. The new guy and Laura at least look similar (even if they arent related biologically) so I hope we get some new Carly and Lucas scenes. That said, as much as I want Carly to be romantically involved with Lorenzo, I desperatly want more interaction with her family. She can eat lunch with Bobbie and the kids, go visit Lucas at PCU and maybe even help Uncle Luke on a caper or two. I believe that if Tamara had stayed and gotten what she wanted, we would see CarLo full on, Carly and Skye running a magazine and her probably a major player in Lucas's storyline.

Rob Imes:

Problem is, there really is no good place to put Bobbie. By putting her on the tail end of the mob centric part of the show it at least connects her to her family.

[Legato]

Legato:

The idea of Sonny&Emily together is absolutely sickening if you remember Amber Tamblyn in the role and the fact that she was Brenda's little sister. However, Natalia is not Amber and the character has been basically an entirely different person since she took over three years ago. Looks wise Mo and Nat look great together and they bring out the best in each other as far as acting skills. Also, it satifised by CarLo agenda which is even stronger with Laura in the role.

You know what I wouldn't mind CarLo getting back together either. If it meant ending the horrible Sky/Lorenzo relationship then im all for it.

Dont you think it would kinda be ironic though? Jason dated Sonny's sister now Sonny would return the favor by making out with Jason's sister. The only reason why im interested in this possible Sonny/Emily relationship is because of the effect this could have on Emily's friendship with Lucky, Liz, and Nik.

[Arune Singh]

OLTL: doing REALLY great right now, though any scene with Natalie brings the show to a grinding halt. Her character is written SO badly. I'm hoping Spencer turns out to be a Buchanan, along with David-- the possibilities are endless.

AMC: I like it. I do. I know a lot of it sucks-- Di, the Ryan story, etc-- but stuff like the JR/Jamie relationship, Kendall & Zack falling for each other, Jono and Erin... those stories keep drawing me in. I really hope that Ethan isn't leaving the show, because the Cambias family could be SO important. That said, anyone care to disagree with my belief that the loss of Bianca has crippled this show?

Y&R: Yeah... get this Sheila story over already. I hate it. And the actress playing Lauren bothers me. I'd rather see Michael & Phyliss- those two sizzle together.

[Elias Bogan]

I have a feeling they are just going to digitially insert Laura and Kimberly into the JennyB/Kari slots.

Arune:

I saw a commercial where Di announced that she is not really Dixie. So any chance of Kady McClain coming back and playing the real deal?

[Arune Singh]

I saw a commercial where Di announced that she is not really Dixie. So any chance of Kady McClain coming back and playing the real deal?

Lemme call her and ask. ;)

The rumor is that she'll return, but who knows?

[Ontir]

I love Lauren, and I've been waiting for her rematch (long promised) with Sheila for years! I really like this storyline, it's classic Sheila!

Any info on Lucas Jones coming out?

It never occurred to me that Spencer and/or David could actually be Buchanans, but it's certainly possible, and it would explain Spencer's wrath. I hate the actor though, and am hoping he falls to a watery/fiery death soon!

I'm growing weary of Forbes March. If they're going to show him shirtless all the time, the guy needs to go back to the gym, and Nash is just daft. He completely follows the Siskel & Ebert rule that the smartest person in a movie, or in this case a soap, is far more stupid than the least intelligent person you know in real life. How many brick walls need to fall on the guy, before he puts 2 + 2 together here?!?

[Arune Singh]

I love Lauren, and I've been waiting for her rematch (long promised) with Sheila for years! I really like this storyline, it's classic Sheila!

Any info on Lucas Jones coming out?

It never occurred to me that Spencer and/or David could actually be Buchanans, but it's certainly possible, and it would explain Spencer's wrath. I hate the actor though, and am hoping he falls to a watery/fiery death soon!

I'm growing weary of Forbes March. If they're going to show him shirtless all the time, the guy needs to go back to the gym, and Nash is just daft. He completely follows the Siskel & Ebert rule that the smartest person in a movie, or in this case a soap, is far more stupid than the least intelligent person you know in real life. How many brick walls need to fall on the guy, before he puts 2 + 2 together here?!?

I can't stand the actress playing Lauren and Sheila's storybeats feel old to me. On the other hand, Tom is an absolutely enthralling character and I like havng him around.

I dunno what the secret is with Spencer, but it'd be good drama for him to be a Buchanan and they need something BIG as the revelation. If that happened, it'd blow my theory about Nash being a Truman brother. I think March is in fine shape-- he's no Cameron Mathison, but he seems to be there with Aidan Turner and Jacob Young, who show their bodies more than Forbes.

[lililee]

Hey I just registered..
What i think of g/h recently is this:
Emily needs to stay away from nik.. them as a couple is rediculously annoying and sappy.. nik with court is great.. Sam with Jason needs to stay.. they are half the reason i watch the show.. sonny should stick with Reese.. (even though she's leaving :( I really like Reese. Her and rick could be good together too though. Thankfully Jen B. is done... how can you go from beautiful Tamara to her.. honestly.. so wrong.. she had no chemistry with Lo or Sonny or her son or anyone for that matter. When carly comes back she should be with Lorenzo for sure..
Goergie is annoying as heck.. I like Dillon... a little creepy how Diego turned out to be the stalker.. and hello.. he didnt even know his cousin.. not a very good motive..
Maxie is annoying because she's way too overly obsessed with Jesse.. Jesse is sooo hot though who wouldn't be obsessed..
Jax is such a womanizer its unreal.. he's so obsessed with being in love it doesnt matter who the chick is that he's with.. he'll fall in love and love to be in love.. hopefully court's baby is nik's.
Liz and lucky are so cute..

[coquix]

GH
I think it is a little wierd that Diego turned out to be the stalker. For me it felt like it came out of left field. At this point right now, I like Court/Nik. Sonny/Em is a little creepy but I could see it being done if it's one sided. Like Em starting to fall for Sonny and Sonny keeping her at just enough of a distance so as not to lead her on but to remain friends. Cuz we all know he doesn't like to be alone.

AMC
I loved the last couple days how they contrasted Zach,Di and Ryan's scenes where they all came clean. I really do feel bad for Di. There's no denying what she did was wrong, but I still feel for her. The Tad/JR scene where Tad comforted him rocked. I'm excited to see where this story will go now. Those scenes with Zach/Kendall were killer too. You can tell that these two wanna admit that they like and care about each other, but they won't cuz they've both been hurt so bad. Maybe i'm a little twisted but I loved how JR hit Ryan with the branch. Jacob Young has been doing really great work IMO the past few days. Maybe it's the writing but he's doing better work here than he was on GH.

[Arune Singh]

OLTL: This show is REALLY moving nicely, with both Tess and Ginger as very sympathetic. I liked that Tess admitted she was a "bitch" and tried reaching out to Viki. She is SO much more interesting than Jess and Nash was spot on when he called Antonio a control freak. I can't stand him. Nash is also being a bit dense, but perhaps love blinds you.

AMC: The show is firing on all cylinders and the contrasting of the three big stories is SO effective, especially when Di and Ryan were apologizing.... and Zach wouldn't. If they'd just expand to include more stories with veterans, this show could be so strong. I hav a feeling that Ryan's S/Ls may be frustrating, as they'll be looking for a new woman to pair him with (was supposed to be Julia, rumored now to be Di), but the Lavery family stuff will be strong. I hope Jono doesn't revert to full on villain mode, but the rumor is that he'll still cause some trouble.

[Legato]

GH: I hated that Diego is the stalker. Like everyone says He doesn't even know Sage well enough to get revenge against the people that mistreated her. What I find confusing is what do Maxie have to do with this? She wasn't even on GH when Sage died.

In order for Sonny/Emily to work thare has to be changes to one of the characters. Either Sonny has to stop being a crime boss or Emily has to toughen up more. When Carly, sane I hope, come back then Emily needs something to compete against Carly with and Saint Emily just wont cutt it.

[Rob Imes]

From: LiliLee:
Hey I just registered..


Hey, welcome to the boards!!

[Elias Bogan]

I think the primary problem with 'General Hospital' right now is that you cannot get invested in any storyline or character but things might be totally different and/or rewritten a few days later. I made the mistake of getting heavily involved in the CarLo being at least four different times only to have it destroyed by Boob and Road Chuck.

I know that Guza CAN write because it did so back in the mid/late 90s but I think maybe he just has a short attention span and simply cannot stick with a storyline long enough to develop.

But my biggest gripe right at the moment is Hoaxie and Jesse. Here they had Robyn Richards real Maxie and Chad Brannon's Zander both of which were established and loved chracters with oodles of chemistry, but instead they destroy him and recast her...

[Ontir]

Arune, I've got to disagree with you on Lauren and Sheila, but I'm a long-time Y&R watcher.

I think Tess is great. She's not only more interesting than Jess has been in years, she's more interesting than Niki Smith EVER was, mainly because she's not one-dimensional. Niki was only ever the slut. What I'm hoping to see, and it looks to me like this is where they're heading, is that when Jess and Tess are merged, the Tess side will make her a much stronger and more dynamic character than she's been before, and that she will stay with Nash and their child.

In terms of March's physique, it's just that he was actually rather pumped on Mutant X (BTW, did he and Bree ever have a scene together in that ep?), and while he's by no means fat, what was once muscle is looking somewhat flabby.

Anybody know anything about Lucas on GH?

[Elias Bogan]

Ontir:

Knowing Boob and Road Chuck, he will probably only be seen for five minutes a week but allegedly, he has some scenes coming up with Bobbie and Tony.

In my opinion, Ben Hogestyn(sp) is a much better actor than RC and he also looks like an actual teenager. RC looked so much older than the rest of them especially Dillon, Hoaxie and Georgie...

[Ontir]

Who on Earth are "Boob and Road Chuck?"

[Elias Bogan]

LOL. That is what a lot of SoapZoners call Bob Guza and Charles Pratt...

By the way, General Hospital was EXCELLENT today! The first time I have truly enjoyed an episode since April when Tams smirked at Mumbles and Kaaaaaaari.

[Ontir]

Thanks for the explanation of the first bit, but beyond that, I've no idea what you're talking about. Who are the characters you're referencing?

[Elias Bogan]

Mumbles is Maurice Benard/Sonny
Kaaaaaaaaaari is Kari Wuhrer/Reese

Arune:

I was going to watch AMC and OLTL tonight on SoapNet but something came up. However, I will be watching this tonight/(sat morning)!

[Nate Grey]

I don't have any information on when exactly this will occur, but according to Melodicrock.com, Rick Springfield will reprise his General Hospital role of Dr. Noah Drake in the near future.


http://news.yahoo.com/s/eo/20051018/en_tv_eo/17598

First airdate is Dec. 2nd.

I pretty much gave up on GH thanks to the AJ storyline, but I guess I'm coming back to see Noah Drake. :cool: December 2nd. I wish I was coming back for a "Who Killed Sonny" storyline, but this will do.

[Arune Singh]

Is it wrong that I derive so much glee from the new credits for AMC? I love seeing new faces added.

[coquix]

Is it wrong that I derive so much glee from the new credits for AMC? I love seeing new faces added.

No. I like it too. especially with Erin and Greg on there. Speaking of Greg, has his stay been lengthened? I thought he had a short term contract on the show, but he's on the opening credits now.

I thought Josh was sooo cute on Monday when he had that scene with Babe. He kinda looked like a teenager confessing his feelings to his crush. The way he looked down and not at Babe. His whole body language and tone of voice totally won me over. I officially now think they'd be a cute couple. I liked the previous Josh, I just thought he needed a little time to grow but was never given the chance. However, the new guy has definitely won me over. I'm really looking forward to a Josh/Babe/JR triangle. Especially if Josh turns out to be Erica's kid like I hope. I can already picture the Adam/Erica scenes already.

[Elias Bogan]

Arune:

No thats not weird at all. Heck, I even like seeing when shows I do not even watch like AMC and OLTL update their opening credits. After not updating in nearly six months, GH has now updated twice in the last two weeks.

Now Mo has a doubleshot and then Kari, then Steve then Kelly then Steve then Alicia then Ingo and then its normal again. I am wondering where they are going to put Kimberly and Laura since the only soon to be open slot is in Karis slot and either of the women could go here. I am tempted to say Kimberly will get it simply because of her status and then Laura will slid in before or after Ted since there does seem to be some extra shots in there.

[Arune Singh]

No. I like it too. especially with Erin and Greg on there. Speaking of Greg, has his stay been lengthened? I thought he had a short term contract on the show, but he's on the opening credits now.

I thought Josh was sooo cute on Monday when he had that scene with Babe. He kinda looked like a teenager confessing his feelings to his crush. The way he looked down and not at Babe. His whole body language and tone of voice totally won me over. I officially now think they'd be a cute couple. I liked the previous Josh, I just thought he needed a little time to grow but was never given the chance. However, the new guy has definitely won me over. I'm really looking forward to a Josh/Babe/JR triangle. Especially if Josh turns out to be Erica's kid like I hope. I can already picture the Adam/Erica scenes already.

I know. I know Alexa (Babe) and Justin (Jamie) love each other, but their characters aren't compelling together. Josh and Babe are sizzling: Jamie could be great with someone else on the show.

Greg was a short term character, but I guess he'll stay on, which is interesting.

OLTL has been amazing, eh? Every character is being used well and the stories are all interesting. AMC is improving, but Julia is annoying as heck. I'm glad we're seeing new character beats from the cast, but I'd like to see the families used more, rather than some of the contrived plotting.

[Ontir]

I knew Clint Buchannan was returning on OLtL, but I had no idea that he was going to be played by Jerry Ver Dorn who has left Guiding Light and the roll of "Ross Marler," which he originated, after 22 years. I think he fits well with Erika Slezak, and all the current actors playing their spawn look like they could be the fruit of their looms!

I gave up on AMC, and have no idea what's going on there.

Y&R is a great deal of fun. I love the ever evolving "Shiela" storyline, and really enjoyed Scotty's discovery that Brenda isn't exactly what or whom she seems. Tom is really good, too. Whether he's on AMC, OLtL, or Y&R, he's a great marauder!

[Nate Grey]

Already, guess I'll just revisit this thread on Dec. 2nd, though. :cool:

[Elias Bogan]

Everyone, Tamara Braun is guest starring on 'Freddie' on Nov 9th and 16th and is filming two more episodes to air in the winter/spring!!!

[Arune Singh]

Everyone, Tamara Braun is guest starring on 'Freddie' on Nov 9th and 16th and is filming two more episodes to air in the winter/spring!!!

I actually enjoy "Freddie." Does that make me bad?

LOVED seeing Jonothan hugging Greenlee today. Some great drama there.

Y&R is moving WAY too slow for me. OLTL is really leading the pack right now and the shit his about to hit the fan.

[Elias Bogan]

Arune:

Initially I was just watching it to support the ratings so Tamara's episodes would air but I genuinly like the show. She has been signed on for two more and if the ratings for her first two are good, she will be made a series regular according to the fine folks at soap zone!!!

[Legato]

'Ugh' Out of all the sitcoms it has to be Freddie that Tamara Braun appears in. In support of her I will watch the show but I just hope that she will come to her senses and appear on either Desperate Housewives or Supernatural.

[Ontir]

In order for her to appear on DH, or Supernatural, the producers have to want her there.

I like Freddie. It's got some "original" things in it, like the sub-titled Grandmother who only speaks Spanish, but obviously understands English. The language may vary, but I think everyone knows someone like that! It, like many of the greatest sit-coms, is drawn directly from the star's own life, which gives him a well from which to draw inspiration.

Back to soaps: Is Lucas out yet, on GH?

[Legato]

In order for her to appear on DH, or Supernatural, the producers have to want her there.

I like Freddie. It's got some "original" things in it, like the sub-titled Grandmother who only speaks Spanish, but obviously understands English. The language may vary, but I think everyone knows someone like that! It, like many of the greatest sit-coms, is drawn directly from the star's own life, which gives him a well from which to draw inspiration.

Back to soaps: Is Lucas out yet, on GH?


I have nothing against the show in general it's just the actor who stars on that show. He reminds me of Bob Saget(sp). He tries to be funny eventhough in actuality he's not. Now the other guy that co-stars with Freddie is funny.

I see Freddie as a stepping stone for Tamara. If she does well on thare then ABC could be impressed enough to put her on DH.

[Arune Singh]

Any of you ever see Cameron Mathison on ABC's "The Job," where he was a skeevy pretty boy? Real funny stuff.

Y&R was good today, though I missed the end: what did Victor say to Phyliss? How did things end?

[Rob Imes]

Back to soaps: Is Lucas out yet, on GH?

I haven't watched today's episode yet, but so far the only person to whom he's admitted to being gay is Georgie.

[Ugoff]

Any of you ever see Cameron Mathison on ABC's "The Job," where he was a skeevy pretty boy? Real funny stuff.

Y&R was good today, though I missed the end: what did Victor say to Phyliss? How did things end?


I'm not sure, I cant quite remember what the very final scene was. Last thing I remember is Tom grabbing Ashley. I think I saw Victor talking to Phyliss during the previews for Mondays show. I am really loving Y&R but I wish they would end the Shelia/Tom/Micheal/Lauren/Gloria story or twist it and make it different. It's time Lauren knew Shelia was there and this time Lauren shouldnt fall apart. It's time for a battle royal and the only way that will be entertaining is if both fighters are strong.

[Ontir]

I have nothing against the show in general it's just the actor who stars on that show. He reminds me of Bob Saget(sp). He tries to be funny eventhough in actuality he's not. Now the other guy that co-stars with Freddie is funny.

I see Freddie as a stepping stone for Tamara. If she does well on thare then ABC could be impressed enough to put her on DH.

I have just the opposite opinion. I think Brian Austin Green is pure cheese, while Freddie Prinze, Jr. is fairly authentic - mainly because he's working from his own life.

Bob Saget, BTW, is hysterical. I know he wasn't on that show with the Olsen Twins, or America's Funniest Home Videos, but he didn't write that material. His stand-up, aside from being joyfuly filthy, is a riot!

[Arune Singh]

So, NuJosh on AMC was voted one of People Magazine's 50 Sexiest men. Can someone explain this to me?

[Elias Bogan]

As a straight guy, even I think he is hot!

[Arune Singh]

As a straight guy, even I think he is hot!

See, as a straight guy, I'm all for singing the praises of Josh Duhamel, Cameron Mathison and David Fumero, for example, but NuJosh seems rather normal for someone in the soap industry.

[Elias Bogan]

I am not sure what is it but some people just have "it" in the looks department. For example, I do not find the appeal of Paris Hilton, Lindsary Lohan or any of the other skeleton faced/stick body actresses out there. Tamara Braun on the other hand is absolutely stunning in my opinion but not everyone agrees with that.

[Ontir]

I think the best that can be said for Paris Hilton, is that she's not a bad example of her type.

I don't know who NuJosh is, so I can't really weigh in on him. If you elucidate, I can give you the not-straight-guy's opinion, though. ;)

[Arune Singh]

I think the best that can be said for Paris Hilton, is that she's not a bad example of her type.

I don't know who NuJosh is, so I can't really weigh in on him. If you elucidate, I can give you the not-straight-guy's opinion, though. ;)

Official ABC Profile (http://abc.go.com/daytime/allmychildren/characters/90904_1.html)

His People Magazine Profile (http://www.pinevalleybulletin.com/Cutting_Edge.html)

[Elias Bogan]

Tamara Braun's first episode of 'Freddie' is TONIGHT!!!

[Legato]

Tamara Braun's first episode of 'Freddie' is TONIGHT!!!

I saw her on that show recently and I must say she looks alot hotter on that show than she did when she was on GH. I hope the show picks her up as a regular.

Ontir
Ok I have to admit that Freddie wasn't as bad as I thought he was on this show. He still isn't LOL funny but I wouldn't say he's one of the worst sitcom comedians either.

[Arune Singh]

Am I the only one SHOCKED by how good OLTL is these days? I think it may be the strongest soap on television.

[Legato]

Am I the only one SHOCKED by how good OLTL is these days? I think it may be the strongest soap on television.

What makes OLTL so good is that their stories doesn't always center around one character or one certain event, like GH does sometimes. One segment you have the Jess/Tess storyline and the Triangle involving Jess/Tess, Antonio, and Nash, also the Todd/Margret murder mystery. They each have a different story involving different characters to keep the viewers interested.

My favorite character on the show is Todd. For some reason he reminds me of a much younger version of Luke Spencer.

[Elias Bogan]

Legato:

'General Hospital' has actually been very good starting the last week of October but I am expecting things to change very soon...

[Arune Singh]

Legato:

'General Hospital' has actually been very good starting the last week of October but I am expecting things to change very soon...

I like the GH "events" each year, as it really brings the cast together and highlights the diverse connections of the cast. It's like the old Crystal Ball in AMC, where we always knew big stuff would happen.

Y&R does that well with the company stuff, giving us strong events to draw lines in the sands and show development of relationships over the past year.

[Elias Bogan]

Arune:

And that right there is the biggest problem. Guza and Pratt can write a very good show and they know exactly what the audiance wants to raise ratings. They do this nearly every sweeps period. Then they complete and utter garbage for the rest of the year and send all the vets to the closet. A major plus with this "cataclysmic event" inparticular is that no one character or storyline is dominating. I have actually liked Maurice/Sonny the last few weeks because he hasnt been a major character. He is a good actor and can be a vital character to the canvas when he acts as part of it and doesnt consume it.

As for Laura Wright, I am still questioning if she is going to work out in the long run. Supposedly, she is just going to be inserted into Reese's slot in the opening credits starting wednesday (Reese dies on tues) but other people at soapzone said the whole thing is getting an overhaul with Lucky moving towards Elizabeth and them moving Courtney and Jax closer to Nik and Emily. They really should just scrap the whole thing in my opinion but thats just me.

Anyway, I think Laura is playing the crazy and confused aspect well and she had an interesting friendship only chemistry with Steve. There was absolutely none with Maurice and with Ted its still up in the air. The way she said "Lorenzo" at the end of Thursdays show was great because Laura and Ted know each other from before so it had the familiarity of the TamsCarly ship.

[Ontir]

Official ABC Profile (http://abc.go.com/daytime/allmychildren/characters/90904_1.html)

His People Magazine Profile (http://www.pinevalleybulletin.com/Cutting_Edge.html)

I never heard his name, but I did see the show today, and figured that since he was the only one I didn't know, he had to be the one in question. He looks pretty good to me!

My theory, however unoriginal, is that his Mother, upon who's grave he swore today, is non-existent, and that Josh is the twin brother of Kendall, that Erica is unaware exists.

I am amazed they appear to be killing Alexis off on GH. I never expected that. I wouldn't be surprised to see Nancy Lee Grohn (sp?) leave, but I thought the character would continue. Is Lucky alive, or dead?

[Arune Singh]

Josh as Kendall's twin makes sense, in terms of the direction, thought it's a bit over the top for me. I'd rather the Madden family develop as its own entity, rather than another branch on the Kane tree.

I miss Bianca on the show.

[Legato]

Josh as Kendall's twin makes sense, in terms of the direction, thought it's a bit over the top for me. I'd rather the Madden family develop as its own entity, rather than another branch on the Kane tree.

I miss Bianca on the show.

Your not alone. I miss her too.

Does anyone besides me thinks Natalie Livingston(GH) is hot.

[Elias Bogan]

Ontir:

I follow spoilers via soapzone and the only character dying during the train wreck is Reese. Alexis does go into a coma though. Lucky lives but has serious medical bill problems again.

[Nate Grey]

I actually watched all three soaps today (on vacation with no money, so I watched TV). Doesn't look like I'm missing much.

AMC: I'm a bit tired of Jack abusing his position. He should not have been in that jail cell with Ryan's brother (name escapes me at the moment). He shouldn't even be trying him since he's too close to the case. It was nice to hear him name drop his sister, though, even if it was to mention that Braden raped her. I liked Kit and would like to see her return, but I guess I'm alone on that.

I don't think Josh is Kendall's long lost twin. Kendall has to be in her 30s if she's supposed to be Erica's daughter, and Josh looks too young, late 20s at best. He actually looks roughly the same age as Bianca. But I get the feeling Erica's supposed to be magically young-ish, like late 40s, so, who, knows. The twin brother angle seems cliche, but I wouldn't rule out Josh still being Kendall's brother by Erica. Maybe Josh's dad stole Erica's eggs at some point and Josh's mother (the one whose grave he swore on) was really a surrogate?

Or what if the big secret is really much simpler: this baby is really Ryan and Kendall's? I just haven't figured out if Kendall's in on it or not, but it wouldn't surprise me if she was: with her mommy issues she may feel she may not make a good mother herself, but being a romantic she may want to give Ryan and Greenlee a chance for happiness.

Speculation is fun. :)

OLTL: I thought the dude who played Carlo Hesser died a while back? I must be confusing him with someone else...in any case, it was good to see him back for this prison break thing. Where's RJ and Lindsay?

GH: Alexis's "death" was good. I'm glad she'll be back, though.

[Arune Singh]

But I think you can see Jack's position: he wants to protect his family. It's good, solid reasoning, even if the methods leave much to be desired.

Not much else to add, but I'm digging AMC and OLTL this week, and really enjoyed Y&R.

[Elias Bogan]

Nate Grey:

I thought Fridays show was the best since last April and in general, the show is better than it has been in years. The last three weeks have shown that GaP can write a kick ass show when they want to so its even sadder when it sucks because we all know it doesnt have to. I am even back to liking Sonny and think that Maurice has done a great job with his scenes with Robin and Alexis inparticular. When he told Jason that it couldnt have been Carly, his voice said those words but his eyes said that he wanted to believe it was true and that Carly was killed.

I absolutely do not want S&C back together in a relationship but I would love as friends that connect over their shared relationships with Jason and the children.

[Nate Grey]

Nate Grey:

I thought Fridays show was the best since last April and in general, the show is better than it has been in years. The last three weeks have shown that GaP can write a kick ass show when they want to so its even sadder when it sucks because we all know it doesnt have to. I am even back to liking Sonny and think that Maurice has done a great job with his scenes with Robin and Alexis inparticular. When he told Jason that it couldnt have been Carly, his voice said those words but his eyes said that he wanted to believe it was true and that Carly was killed.

I absolutely do not want S&C back together in a relationship but I would love as friends that connect over their shared relationships with Jason and the children.

Well, honestly, what I said about Friday's General Hospital was the best I could say about Friday's show. All the characters still irritate me. I'm back to not watching it until Noah Drake comes on the show of his short return. I'm glad you like it, but I don't. I appreciate Maurice has his fans, as well as Guza, but I'm not one of them.

I may start taping AMC again, though. I'm interested in how Kendell's story will unfold.

[Elias Bogan]

Arune:

I saw AMCs edited/updated opening and they ruined it. Before the whole thing had flow with the shots and the music and it just worked but now it looks so choppy. Its almost funny because GHs was really awful but a few minor changes and it flows much better.

Nate Grey:

Well I love Fridays show (and the last three weeks) because it shows that GH still has a beating heart and a soul beating somewhere deep down in there.

[Arune Singh]

Arune:

I saw AMCs edited/updated opening and they ruined it. Before the whole thing had flow with the shots and the music and it just worked but now it looks so choppy. Its almost funny because GHs was really awful but a few minor changes and it flows much better.


I have to disagree: yeah, some shots hit the music better, but I like this new timng just fine. Plus, the cast is so good right now, that I'm happy to see people added.

[Ugoff]

Arune:

And that right there is the biggest problem. Guza and Pratt can write a very good show and they know exactly what the audiance wants to raise ratings. They do this nearly every sweeps period. Then they complete and utter garbage for the rest of the year and send all the vets to the closet. A major plus with this "cataclysmic event" inparticular is that no one character or storyline is dominating. I have actually liked Maurice/Sonny the last few weeks because he hasnt been a major character. He is a good actor and can be a vital character to the canvas when he acts as part of it and doesnt consume it.

As for Laura Wright, I am still questioning if she is going to work out in the long run. Supposedly, she is just going to be inserted into Reese's slot in the opening credits starting wednesday (Reese dies on tues) but other people at soapzone said the whole thing is getting an overhaul with Lucky moving towards Elizabeth and them moving Courtney and Jax closer to Nik and Emily. They really should just scrap the whole thing in my opinion but thats just me.

Anyway, I think Laura is playing the crazy and confused aspect well and she had an interesting friendship only chemistry with Steve. There was absolutely none with Maurice and with Ted its still up in the air. The way she said "Lorenzo" at the end of Thursdays show was great because Laura and Ted know each other from before so it had the familiarity of the TamsCarly ship.


But this event is just more of the same the G&P have been dishing out since they restarted on the show. Violence, mob fights/vendettas, mixing and matching love partners constantly, explosions, crashes, people ending up in the hospital. Wash rinse repeat. This new "event" isnt that different from the hotel fire. Nickolas goes missing and Emily nearly has a breakdown but then he shows up. They use this event to get rid of a character they never really developed correctly or gave the viewers time to like, i.e.-Reese. Mob vendetta's ignite and bullet's fly. Carly has a breakdown. Carly goes missing, is feared dead or injured. The bad guys are made to look like heros. Skye get's little to do. Someone/or multiple people obsess over Carly(Lorenzo). Someone plants a bomb or something explodes on it's on(not sure if anything has exploded yet but while watching GH after a long break from the show, I saw a commercial where Jason is leaping away from an explosion). Some of these stories could actually work if the characters hadnt already been throught such situations already. I'm pretty sick of most of the characters on GH, especially some of the long time vets. I could certainly do without Jason, Sam, Carly, Sonny, Luke, Tracy, Dillion, Georgie, Maxie, Lorenzo(most over rated character on GH besides Sonny), Lucky, Elizabeth, Emily, Nicklos, Jax, Courtney, Skye, Ric, Alexis. LOL I think that's almost the whole cast! Oh and Diego and that guy Maxie likes can go to. I just cant stand any of them, well Skye is ok just doesnt have any interesting story ever. I wish the show could consist of Luke, Laura(I could watch Luke if Laura was around), Sonny/Carly/Sam/Jason(but they would be shown less and put on recurring, as much as I dont like them, I dont think the show could sustain good ratings if they were just cut instantly, I would phase them out over time), Gia, Taggert, Georgie's mom and dad(cant remember their names cuz I havent watched in ages), A.J., Lucy, Kevin, Chris(from Port Charles), Ned, Stephan, Helena, Coleman and maybe a few new teens. Not sure how I feel about the new grown up Lulu but I would probably keep her on. Oh I forgot Big Alice and that gay guy that was Laura's assistant at Deception. Oh and Edward, Alan, and Monica would stay on the show also, although I would totally recast Edward.

[Ontir]

But I think you can see Jack's position: he wants to protect his family. It's good, solid reasoning, even if the methods leave much to be desired.

The problem I have with Jack, is that he's asking questions that no real lawyer would ever ask, like why Jonathan's lawyer is willing to defend him?

Because she's a lawyer, and he needs a defense, and is entitled to one. If Jack doesn't know that by now, then he has no business practicing law! I guess this falls under the Siskel & Ebert rule: the smartest person in a film (or in this case, a TV show) is more stupid than the most stupid person you know in real life!

I also don't think that the child Kendall's carrying is Ryan's, after today's show! It seems the good Dr. switched Ryan's "swimteam" with his son's.

[Elias Bogan]

Ugoff:

Today my high on GH started to wain right around the time Robin was reunited with Mac and then Hoaxie and Fauxlicia came running up to greet her. The scene would have been much more powerful with Kristina and Robyn in the roles. Also, why wouldnt Manny just shot someone? They had three full good weeks but I guess that was too much to ask. Ah well. Hopefully Retch and her stupid wink will be removed from the opening tomorrow.

[Ontir]

Bogan, I have the hardest time figuring out what you're talking about.

I'm taping OLtL and saw a bit of AMC during the commercials, and after Y&R today. Jackson Montgomery needs to be B!+@#slapped! His character is out of character, and just daft! Jeff Branson, however, is completely deserving of an Emmy nomination. His ability to turn on a dime, between sweet/manipulative to menacing Jonathan, was always intense, but his performance of post-op Jonathan is fantastic. He's very much the character he started out as, but the affects of his surgery are expertly manifest. Very nice work.

[Ontir]

I'm not overly thrilled with the Victoria/Brad/Sharon triangle that's forming on Y&R, even though it's been so obviously on its way for months now. I do like the way all roads seem to be leading to Sheila/Brenda/Jennifer. It's also going too be interesting to see whether Kevin tells Victor he knows what Phyliss did, or, since she fixed it WITH Nick, lets it go. He CAN actually, and truthfully tell Victor, that he couldn't find anything that she'd done to the Newman systems, which would allow him to collect on Jack's promise of an easier entree into the Abbott family - if his Mother's conivances, which he's now involved with, don't wreck everything!

I can't wait to see my tape, and find out what's going on with Viki, Niki, and Dorian!!! :eek:

[Arune Singh]

AMC is... eh right now. Considering it's sweeps, they're doing piss poor work. I'm happy Bianca will return for X-Mas, but the show needs her back. There's no heart to the show. They've raped most of the characters for "drama."

OLTL. Well, that show is just aces right now. Every episode is can't miss TV.

[Ontir]

I'm really enjoying OLtL right now. I catch glimpses of AMC between Y&R and "One Life," but the return of Bianca is the only thing I've heard in months that's made me want to watch it.

[Arune Singh]

I'm really enjoying OLtL right now. I catch glimpses of AMC between Y&R and "One Life," but the return of Bianca is the only thing I've heard in months that's made me want to watch it.

AMC is not worth watching. At all. The best storyline is the Kendall/Zach romance, which has been excellently built up, but there is really no other story worth watching. I love the Jonathan story, but the jackassness of the other characters ruins it. 2005 will go down as the year AMC raped many of their characters for the sake of "drama" and McTavish will forever be a black eye on this soap. Bianca is needed on this show, but Riegel has far too much talent to be satisfied unless she got some major money. This show is full of jerks.

OLTL, on the other hand, has been amazing under Higley, who has guided the show to some great stories. Everything clicks. Every story is interesting. Relationships and history are not ignored. Things move forward. Similar character beats are not repeated. IE: Spencer and David. Their conflict evolves, as opposed to JR and Babe, who generally play the same beats till some stupid plot development.

Y&R is just TOO slow for my tastes, and it doesn't feel like sweeps, but I do applaud the development of most of the relationships.

[Ontir]

Y&R takes its time, but it's worth the investment. The noose is being tightened around Tom and Sheila, although each of them knows more about it, which makes them more dangerous. December 9 has been given as the new date for Lauren and Michael's wedding, and Sheila's already positioning herslef, as Jennifer, to set off some fireworks!

I also like the renewed trust and friendship between Phylis and Nick Neuman, while Victor is hunting her, not knowing that she's un-done what he was looking for, with Nick's approval and permission. This allows Kevin to be something of a hero in Jack's eyes, moving him further in with the powerful and respected Abbots. Both of which are things that he craves, and has been working honourably, despite his rough arrival in Genoa, to attain. A few more moths and Lili will be back from boarding school, re-united with Daniel, and I expect some fireworks on the parental front. The thing I really like about Y&R, is that the stories are more based on who the characters are, and realistic flaws that propell the plots, even with someone like Sheila around. They aren't ever as sudsy as most of the shows, AMC being an over-done example, since day one! The only shows that're more out there, are the intentionally farcical Passionsand Days of Our Lives which is held together by the fact that nobody in that show, ever says a truthful thing to anyone, EVER!

[Arune Singh]

AMC, at it's best, is the kind of stuff we saw with Bianca through the Eden Riegel years, the fun of the early Ryan/Gillian stuff and more recently, the introduction of Zach Slater. That's what works for me.

I see that in Y&R and OLTL, both of which focus on the characters to move the plot forward. Y&R is developing nicely and they really pay attention to past events. I liked seeing Sharon upset by Noah and Daniel talking. It makes sense. I also like the Michael/Paul friendship: it's nice to see two guys who are friends on a soap. OLTL is really going to rock with Cristian back in the real world, as he'll impact every S/L: he's been involved with Jessica, he's tied to Antonio, there's the Natalie stuff and you essentially have him impacting the major characters. It's just smart writing. As opposed to AMC, where Julia was brought back with few ties to the current cast. Del was reintroduced nicely and I hope he has a real s/l.

AMC isn't really worth it these days, though Jacob Young is great as vengeful JR. I like that he's not over the top, poisoning and attempting murder, like last year. He's still a Chandler, but he's acting out his pain, and he has every right to do so to Di.

[Ugoff]

AMC is not worth watching. At all. The best storyline is the Kendall/Zach romance, which has been excellently built up, but there is really no other story worth watching. I love the Jonathan story, but the jackassness of the other characters ruins it. 2005 will go down as the year AMC raped many of their characters for the sake of "drama" and McTavish will forever be a black eye on this soap. Bianca is needed on this show, but Riegel has far too much talent to be satisfied unless she got some major money. This show is full of jerks.

OLTL, on the other hand, has been amazing under Higley, who has guided the show to some great stories. Everything clicks. Every story is interesting. Relationships and history are not ignored. Things move forward. Similar character beats are not repeated. IE: Spencer and David. Their conflict evolves, as opposed to JR and Babe, who generally play the same beats till some stupid plot development.

Y&R is just TOO slow for my tastes, and it doesn't feel like sweeps, but I do applaud the development of most of the relationships.


I think Y&R is doing gangbusters during sweeps. Tom now knows that Ashley doesnt like him, in fact he makes her ill(her exact words). And that scene where he went into the kitchen after eavesdropping on them and picks up a knife! Whoa! I thought he was gonna go in there and attack them. Powerful drama. Y&R definitely likes the slow burn storylines and it can get annoying. Usually the payoff is wonderful. I also feel they are starting to speed up the rivalry between the companies storyline. I just hope they start to focus on some of the characters we havent seen too much of lately. Like Dru/Neil/Davon/Yolanda, Jill/Kay, JT, Nikki.

[Nate Grey]

Well Friday's the day. I'm 100% sure the sl will suck, but it will still be a treat seeing Dr Noah Drake after all this time. What has it been, two decades?

Speaking of GH, seems Genie Francis asked to return, and the powers that be actually turned her down. :eek: Wow. Now the rumor is she's going to Y&R.

[Elias Bogan]

Nate:

Since I wasnt born when Noah Drake/Rick Springfield was first on the show, I really couldnt care less but it will still be fun to see some vets like Bobbie and maybe even Audrey get more involved with the hospital.

Oh and Lauren Woodard from Y&R has been cast as NuCourtney...

[Nate Grey]

Nate:

Since I wasnt born when Noah Drake/Rick Springfield was first on the show, I really couldnt care less but it will still be fun to see some vets like Bobbie and maybe even Audrey get more involved with the hospital.

Oh and Lauren Woodard from Y&R has been cast as NuCourtney...

I've been trying to figure out to respond to this, and I think I see where you're coming from since you're a current GH fan. Personally, I could care less about the show, the characters, or new/old/current Courtney, I just want to see Noah back. Indeed the show has been dead to me with the Sonny worship and the handling of AJ, but this is enough bait to lure me back. So, okay, I get where you're coming from and respect that.

[Legato]

Id sad to see what Carly has been reduced to now. She actually feels that Emily is a threat to her relationship with Sonny. Emily of all people. If Carly had any ounce of common sense she would just say to heck with it and let Sonny have his relationship with Emily while she hooks up with Lorenzo Alcazar.

[Ontir]

I like the 4th Carly, but hate her storyline. They've got to get her out of the nutter, quick!

Where the hell IS Bobbie?!? Now that he son's coming out, she ought to be around.

Given the literally crazy state of Laura, last we saw her, I think it'd be interesting to see her return as Lasha (sp?) Cassadine, having no memory of her life as Laura Spencer, and being more wrathful and dangerous than Helena. Imagine a ragged and battered Helena showing up at Nikolas' door, begging him for his protection of her, from his mother!!!

It'd also fit in pretty well with Lulu's abandonement issues.

I'm also wondering: Lulu was always close to Nikolas. Given the vast amount of room at his place, why didn't she go to him, instead of asking to crash in Lucky and Elizabeth's crowded little diggs?

[Elias Bogan]

Nate:

See even though I didnt start watching GH until 1999 and I guess am considered a new/current viewer, I am still deeply unhappy with parts of the show. The Soily relationship is good as is Lulu/Tracy/Luke/Skye/Lo interaction and strong indepedent Carly but a ton of other stuff sucks.

The Jason storyline is boring as hell, Court and Nik are still both hoes and Jax has been completely stripped of his personality. Plus, where the hell are Alexis, Ric, Bobbie and a whole host of missing others???

[Arune Singh]

GOOD:

AMC: Zach Slater is awesome. Now Kendall happens to be written inconsistently, but I can see him falling for her and they'll be a force to be reckoned with: sorry folks, Ryan is yesterday's news. Zach is THE leading man on the show. Jonathan continues to impress.

OLTL: No bad S/L, every actor is on fire, all the characters are compelling and we're getting REAL payoff. Textbook excellent soaps. Even the jailbreak is proceeding smartly. In particular, Rex is a scene stealer and Hugh is an example of character intro 101.

Y&R: The pacing is picking up and character moments are right on.

GH: Uh...

BAD:

Y&R: This Sheila hiding is getting crazy. Expose her and get fireworks going: this is taking WAY too long. The impending death of Tom will take away one of the most interesting people on the show.


UGLY:

GH& AMC: Have the writers forgotten how to write a compelling hour of tv? Why do we need all these contrivances and out of character moments? They're operating at Passions level right now.

[Ontir]

I watched yesterday's OLtL, and was just blown away. It's all hit the fan at once. That scene in the hospital when Asa shows up looking for Truman, only to find out that Bo's been shot and Truman's the surgeon, while Rex is stunned to learn that Ginger's been killed - while Clint isn't there, because he's with Viki/Niki, Antonio, Nash, and Jess/Tess! Meanwhile, poor little Matthew is at his wits end, because his Mom won't come out of her coma, and now his SECOND Dad might've been murdered, not to mention his sister Jen!

IT'S A FRIGGIN' CATACLYSM - AND I LOVE IT!!!!! :eek:

Arune,

I do agree that Sheila/Brenda/Jennifer needs to be exposed. It seemed today, like they've taken a rather large step toward that, and the wedding is coming up in the next few weeks, so the fireworks are just starting. Other than that, Y&R's been quite good! I like the way that Jack is playing Kevin, and playing with fire with Phyllis! Phyllis' move to involve Nikki in a new project at Jabot (sp?) is really interesting, as is Victor's interest in Abbie's AIDS project, and his statement that his legacy isn't yet complete. Further with that, it looks like a war is brewing at Neuman, as Victor has pitted the two kids against each other, and everyone in the executive suite is starting to take sides!

I'd like to see Victor's son, the one by his blind wife, return, along with Jack's Vietnamese son.

[Elias Bogan]

Arune:

Erm not exactly. Some things on GH are really boring and contrived right now but other parts are smokin hot like that scene on the roof with Sonny and Carly and then S&Em dream kiss!

I havent watched 'Passions' is about two years but even on its worst day, GH will never sink to those atrocious levels primarily because its cast (sans Maurice Benard on most days) can act the crap out of anything thrown at them. Not one single actor on 'Passions', aside from maybe the guy playing Julian can act worth one iota.

[Arune Singh]

Elias,

To each their own. GH has SO many possibilities, but it just bores me. Robin's return might even be lamer than Julia's on OLTL.

Anyone see the Gh segment on The Colbert Report today? Hilarious.

Ontir,

I agree. And is it just me, or is Phyliss REALLY hot? And how is Nikki involved with Jabot? And do the Abbots have any relation to the Cabots on one of the other soaps?

[Rob Imes]

Saw this on another board today...

Ratings for the week November 14-18, 2005

Total Viewers:
1. Y&R 5,251,000 (+111,000/+99,000)
2. B&B 4,345,000 (+52,000/+621,000)
3. GH 3,544,000 (+99,000/-311,000)
4. ATWT 3,442,000 (+25,000/+104,000)
5. DAYS 3,142,000 (-63,000/-288,000)
6. OLTL 3,101,000 (+18,000/-366,000)
7. AMC 3,088,000 (+16,000/-670,000)
8. GL 2,938,000 (+5,000/+86,000)
9. PSNS 2,124,000 (-106,000/-279,000)

For more detailed numbers, click here (http://cust9328.ipslink.com/~soapoper/boards/index.php?showtopic=2503).

[Arune Singh]

AMC doesn't deserve to be there. It should be down there with Passions.

OLTL, on the other hand, is the meat of the ABC line up and needs to be higher. It's even better than Y&R, IMO, and that's something.

[Legato]

I've seen Passions and reguardless of how of AMC is right now on it doesn't deserve to be on the same level of horrible as Passions is.

AMC is at a creative slump right now but it will bounce back.


Is Carly and Sonny over for good this time? Judging from that speech Carly made to Sonny it looked like it is.

Emily needs more character developing before I find her soon to be relationship with Sonny believable.

[Elias Bogan]

Legato:

Apparantly this is truly the end of Sonny&Carly as she will be more involved with The Qs and Luke and is either taking over ElQ or The Metro Court, I forget which one. She and Sonny will still be in each others lives because of the boys but according to soapzone, she is going to be giving him hell becuase of Emily and she and Jason will team up to stop it. Also, she will be sexing up a new doctor (Noah Drakes son) and building a friendship with Lainey. Especially with neither NoCourtney or NuCourtney out the door or on the way, I expect the CoCa friendship to be severed.

Arune:

'All My Children' may be dad, but it will never be anymore near as bad as 'Passions'. Why in the world that dreck is still on the air and how Reiley convinced NBC to basically let him run their daytime slate is beyond me.

And you really like OLTL? I tried to watch a few a few years ago and found them utterly boring. Rex appears to have lost all gusto and personality while Natalie is a fickle twit and the Tess/Jess and Niki/Vicki storyline is just lame.

[Rob Imes]

it will never be anymore near as bad as 'Passions'. Why in the world that dreck is still on the air and how Reiley convinced NBC to basically let him run their daytime slate is beyond me.

This might help explain why -- when the numbers are broken down to certain demographics, NBC's daytime lineup rates much higher:

Girls 12-17 Viewers
1. PSNS 66,000 (-8,000/+29,000)
1. GH 66,000 (-32,000/+48,000)
3. DAYS 60,000 (+11,000/+28,000)
4. OLTL 44,000 (-19,000/+36,000)
5. GL 35,000 (same/+9,000)
6. AMC 34,000 (-29,000/+19,000)
7. Y&R 31,000 (-14,000/-3,000)
8. ATWT 25,000 (+5,000/+9,000)
9. B&B 23,000 (-8,000/+7,000)

Women 18-34 Rating
1. DAYS 1.8/12 (-.1/-.7)
2. GH 1.7/11 (+.1/-.3)
3. PSNS 1.5/10 (-.2/-.6)
4. Y&R 1.4/10 (same/+.3)
4. OLTL 1.4/9 (+.1/-.3)
6. B&B 1.3/8 (-.1/+.1)
7. ATWT 1.2/8 (-.1/-.2)
7. AMC 1.2/8 (same/-.4)
9. GL 1.1/7 (same/-.2)

[Legato]

This might help explain why -- when the numbers are broken down to certain demographics, NBC's daytime lineup rates much higher:

Girls 12-17 Viewers
1. PSNS 66,000 (-8,000/+29,000)
1. GH 66,000 (-32,000/+48,000)
3. DAYS 60,000 (+11,000/+28,000)
4. OLTL 44,000 (-19,000/+36,000)
5. GL 35,000 (same/+9,000)
6. AMC 34,000 (-29,000/+19,000)
7. Y&R 31,000 (-14,000/-3,000)
8. ATWT 25,000 (+5,000/+9,000)
9. B&B 23,000 (-8,000/+7,000)

Women 18-34 Rating
1. DAYS 1.8/12 (-.1/-.7)
2. GH 1.7/11 (+.1/-.3)
3. PSNS 1.5/10 (-.2/-.6)
4. Y&R 1.4/10 (same/+.3)
4. OLTL 1.4/9 (+.1/-.3)
6. B&B 1.3/8 (-.1/+.1)
7. ATWT 1.2/8 (-.1/-.2)
7. AMC 1.2/8 (same/-.4)
9. GL 1.1/7 (same/-.2)

So GH is that popular among the female viewers. It's Maurice Benard isn't it.

[Elias Bogan]

Actually as much as it shocks me, Maurice IS consistently highly rated by women of all ages. If short, balding, mumbling mobsters are what women want nowadays, then I am seriously out of luck.

[Legato]

Elias Bogan

Well if Maurice played any character that isn't a crime lord then he wouldn't have that many female viewers attracted to him.

Im straight but I would choose Zach Slater over Sonny any day.

[Arune Singh]

Zach rules. Period.

[Ontir]

Ontir,

I agree. And is it just me, or is Phyliss REALLY hot? And how is Nikki involved with Jabot? And do the Abbots have any relation to the Cabots on one of the other soaps?

The Abbots are of no relation to any other soap family, though they have had some intersections with the Forresters of the dreadful the Bold & the Beautiful.

Even I think Phyllis is hot!

Nikki, after her divorce from Victor, years and years ago, took the money she got in the settlement, and bought into Jabot. She worked there, as her storyline allowed, and even after re-marrying Victor, after being married (while Victor was married to Ashley Abbot, among other women) to Jack, and nearly married to Brad Carlton, retains her holdings in the company. It became an important issue, a year or so ago, when Victor was pulling some illegal stunts, trying to drive Jack out of business. Nick was angry that his father was trying to destroy the company, which represented every cent of personal wealth that Nikki owned, which is why he rolled his own father over, in the end. While Victor has owned up, to some extent, to his wrong-doings, Nick's actions remain a sore spot between father and son.

[Arune Singh]

Ontir, thanks!

And really, if any of you AREN'T enjoying OLTL, watch a few eps this week. The heartwrenching scenes with Bo/Matthew/Nora/Rex are enough to keep me excited.

AMC is horrible. If I wasn't a long time fan, I'd drop it. Besides Zach, every character is a massive dick and McTavish has ruined them all. Bianca comes back soon, for about a month, so at least we'll have her.

[Elias Bogan]

Arune:

Please explain to me what is so great about OLTL because I tried to watch it a few times this past month and I was bored to years.

And at least you have McTavish and not Guza and Pratt. Just me, as bad as you might think AMC is right, it would be much worse. Also, today Rick Springfield returns as Dr. Noah Drake!!!

[Legato]

Arune:

Please explain to me what is so great about OLTL because I tried to watch it a few times this past month and I was bored to years.

And at least you have McTavish and not Guza and Pratt. Just me, as bad as you might think AMC is right, it would be much worse. Also, today Rick Springfield returns as Dr. Noah Drake!!!

I haven't watched GH back in the day so I have to ask whats so great about Noah Drake?

[Nate Grey]

I haven't watched GH back in the day so I have to ask whats so great about Noah Drake?

A doctor played by Rick Springfield, a rocker who's most known for his hit "Jessie's Girl." He dated Bobbie, and they broke up (and he left the show) cause he couldn't do the one thing Bobbie wanted at the time: for him to say he loved her. He was on the show from 1981 to 1983.

http://www.rickspringfield.com/full/video.html

[Legato]

A doctor played by Rick Springfield, a rocker who's most known for his hit "Jessie's Girl." He dated Bobbie, and they broke up (and he left the show) cause he couldn't do the one thing Bobbie wanted at the time: for him to say he loved her. He was on the show from 1981 to 1983.

http://www.rickspringfield.com/full/video.html

So with Noah back does this mean Bobbie will finally get some screen time?

[Nate Grey]

So with Noah back does this mean Bobbie will finally get some screen time?

Yes...and no. See, he's really back to introduce his SON who will be Carly's new love interest. So...with that in mind that doesn't necessarily mean Bobbie will get any screen time. :( We can only hope, though.

[Elias Bogan]

Actually I think he is going to be doing a lot more than introducing his son. Apparantly, he is signed on for at least six months and GH has already committed to working around his touring/recording schedule. The TIIC dont mess this up, they could have him back long-term as long as they are willing to cooperate. Now if only they could get Genie/Laura back, the show might finally gain some traction some viewers.

If anyone watched today, how did you like Carly with Luke and Lulu? I loved all the Spencer interaction and now the only thing I am worried about is where is Carly going to be living. She is going to own Metro Court and mixing it up with the Qs and her Spencer roots and also having jealousy issues with Lo/Skye and sexing up a new doctor. Its a great time to be a Carly fan and I hope Laura stays forever!

[Nate Grey]

Actually I think he is going to be doing a lot more than introducing his son. Apparantly, he is signed on for at least six months and GH has already committed to working around his touring/recording schedule.

Well originally it was four days. On the one hand I'm glad its been changed to six months, but on the other if I want to see him I'll have to keep watching GH, and I did a lot of fast forwarding on that tape. The characters are still insipid to me. What's ironic is that the ones Guza doesn't prefer (Lorenzo and Coleman immediately spring to mind) seem to be the best actors.

The TIIC dont mess this up, they could have him back long-term as long as they are willing to cooperate. Now if only they could get Genie/Laura back, the show might finally gain some traction some viewers.

They had the chance when Genie Frances came to them and they said no. So...not sure why they'd want her back. I'd love to see her come back myself, but for whatever reason TIIC feel they don't need her back.

Not much to comment on todays show, though the brief scenes with Noah and Robin were great. But YESTERDAY was kinda good. I guess it was the final Diego story. I know the actor had been let go, but I thought his storyline was wrapped up months ago. In any case, Alcazar's speech to him was great, but Diego's response is exactly why, IMO, they let that actor go. He's good on delivery, but horrible with emoting. Had Ted King said that to a better actor playing Diego, it would have been Emmy worthy.

And then TODAY seeing Alcazar talk to Carly, not even a little sullen or distant at having his son more than likely do hard time, well that's just bad writing. If I hadn't have taped it yesterday I wouldn't have even known he had a son let alone a long lost son that's going away for a good long time, from the way Alcazar was acting. I didn't expect him to bring it up to Carly, but at least seem momentarily sad! I don't blame King, he's just doing his job and he did it well as always. But Guza seems to believe in selective continuity.

Well, watching GH again is going to be interesting. I just hope I don't wear out my fast forward button.

[Arune Singh]

Arune:

Please explain to me what is so great about OLTL because I tried to watch it a few times this past month and I was bored to years.

And at least you have McTavish and not Guza and Pratt. Just me, as bad as you might think AMC is right, it would be much worse. Also, today Rick Springfield returns as Dr. Noah Drake!!!

1. There's payoff to each story.
2. The show is internally consistent.
3. I find each storyline very compelling and it's based on families, not stupid Santi crap.
4. The new characters have been integrated well
5. Characters, such as Rex, are growing but they aren't sacrificing the vets.

[Elias Bogan]

Arune:

I watched last weeks worth of 'All My Children' last night on SoapNet becasue I could not sleep and I have a few questions:

1) I know Rebecca Budig is leaving the show but is Greenlee going to be recast?

2) Who is the real father of Kendalls baby?

3) Is Josh really Ericas son/Kendalls twin brother?

4) Who poisoned the die that almost killed Adam, Babe and Krystal?

[Arune Singh]

Arune:

I watched last weeks worth of 'All My Children' last night on SoapNet becasue I could not sleep and I have a few questions:

1) I know Rebecca Budig is leaving the show but is Greenlee going to be recast?

2) Who is the real father of Kendalls baby?

3) Is Josh really Ericas son/Kendalls twin brother?

4) Who poisoned the die that almost killed Adam, Babe and Krystal?

I'm sorry you had to sit through all that. This show needs to improve quick. On the upside, though Sam Grey is leaving the show, Petey Cortlandt will be SORAS'd to be a love interest for Lily. That means more time for Palmer!

1. Cameron Mathison was upset with the way Greenlee was written out and Budig will likely do a few more guest spots to tie up loose ends.
2. Ryan
3. We're being led to think he's somehow Erica's kid, either by using her eggs or by taking Josh at birth, the latter of which makes sense.
4. We don't know. They want you to believe it's Amanda, but I'm guessing it's eithr Janet or Jonathan.

What's the name of that song that played when Greenlee left? It' an annoying song, but it's growing on me,

[Elias Bogan]

Arune:

I actually though the episodes were good on the whole but then again I am still infatuated with 'General Hospital' and it is complete and utter crap so my taste are definitely skewed when it comes to daytime.

Anyway, I know the generalities of the Kendall/Ryan/Greenlee story and even I think she was written out horribly. Rebecca Budig did a great job with the scenes but it all felt so rushed as if they had something else in mind but changed it at the last minute to accomodate something else. They definitely should have taken a page from GH's book (old school 90s when it rocked) and had Greenlee abducted and has Ryan and Kendall thinking she ran away in anger so they wouldnt be looking for her. Then she could return in a few months as RB or a recast.

[Legato]

I just saw a clip from a soap magazine that says Sonny and Carly is back together and had a picture of them hugging. I hope that this is a rumor because Im starting to like the new Independent Carly and Im more interested in the possible Emily and Sonny romance than another Carly/Sonny reunion.

With Independent Carly Im actually seeing good interactions with her and Luke, which I hardly get to see when she was with Sonny. Also the Carly/Lorenzo chemistry, right now, is beginning to be as good as when Tams was on the show.

[Ontir]

Mathison needs to walk away from AMC at this point. His character's just been written in circles since Gillian died, and since he's got a gig on a tabloid show, he ought to just head west, once and for all!

I'm enjoying Y&R which is heating up, as the wedding nears, though there was one more delaying plot point today - UGH!

It was nice to see Jerry Ver Dorn added to the opening of OLtL today. He might've been in on a day I missed, but I've never seen him there before. I'm glad to see a bit of distancing between Jessica and Antonio, I NEVER liked this pairing! Besides, he's better with Layla, who's got the same kind of fire that he has. It was satisfying to see Natalie tell both guys, even if it's just for now, to go to hell! All in all, it's an intersting time in Lanview! I also liked RJ's dig to Layla about wishing she'd done summer stock in Pine Valley. 8^>

[Elias Bogan]

Legato:

I unfortunalty have been out of the look on soap news and gossip the last few weeks but apparantly Carly has a slight relapse next week and tries to go back to Sonny but then FINALLY knows it is over. I guess it can be equated to the smoker who quits but has one last cigarrette even though they know they can and have to quit forever.

Also, she is going to take over the Metro Court Hotel but I am not sure if Carly and Jax are going to be business partners. She will be sexing up Noah Drakes son before he ultimatly goes to Robin while Jax is meant for the new asian doctor Kelly Lee and Lorenzo is tied up with Skye. So I am not sure where Carly would go. But Caroline and Unca Luke trying to break up Skylo with Tracy and Lulu also getting in on the fun would be an excellent storyline.

[Ontir]

Y&R: The noose is tightening around Sheila! They took their time getting there, but now everyone is putting 2+2 together. It should be a fun couple of weeks.

Over on OL2L, I'm wondering why it hasn't occurred to anyone, that since they've got Niki cooped up in Viki's room, and Jess is next door, why not let Nash bring Tess out, and get the two talking. I guess they need to stretch this out until February sweeps!

At least Cristian is finally about to get out of prison!

[Arune Singh]

Since you guys n gals seem to care, I updated my blog! Yeah!

:)

Adrianne Leon is joining Y&R as Colleen Carlton (Brad's daughter, tho I may have the first name wrong) and I'm happy: I think she is totally sexy and a capable actress.

Y&R: totally A+ right now, though the build up has been a bit too much. Perfect stuff right now. But...

OLTL: the best soap on TV. The prison story was great, the fallout is excellent and Antonio is being seen for the ass he is to Jessica. Great. And how funny is it to see RJ figure out the DID thing in five minutes?
Theories: Spencer killed Margaret. David has been guilted into thinking he killed someone, when it was Spencer... and the victim was John's father. The drunk surgeon could have been Paige, somehow, though the age factor may be an issue in that theory.

AMC: Eh. The writing is horribly inconsistent. Kendall goes from sweet to bitch at the drop of a hat, with no discernable reason. The characters in this show need an overhaul. There's so much wasted potential and I bet that Jonathan will somehow be evil still. His explanation is rational, if they blamed the meds, NOT THE TUMOR! ARGH!
Theories: since Sam is leaving the so he'll be the one responsible for the fire, Kendall, etc. I doubt it'll be anybody else.

[Ontir]

I think you're right about Spencer and David, and that David never killed anyone. I also think that Paige was the drunk Dr. who screwed up on John and Michael's dad. That foreshadowing came with a flashing neon light!
I'm certain that Spencer had someone hit Ginger, and then made sure she died, as well as having killed Margaret. It's going to be fun to watch his demise, because I couldn't stand him from day one, and any person who could get Dorian, Asa, David, and Todd on the same side... well you know his end isn't going to be pretty!

I'm also wondering about Hugh Hughes and his adoption. You know they never mention stuff like that, unless they intend to tell you who his birth parents are!

[Arune Singh]

I'm also wondering about Hugh Hughes and his adoption. You know they never mention stuff like that, unless they intend to tell you who his birth parents are!

Im behind a few eps ( I use AMC & OLTL to watch when working out), but Hugh is a great addition to the show. A nice slow introduction a major s/l, the way they used to do it in the good 'ol days.

I watched Y&R and wow... great wedding. THAT is how you do it. Next week oughta be hell.

[Elias Bogan]

Arune:

I caught a few minutes of AMC today and they did something to their opening credits and it flows much better. I am not sure if they just adjusted some shots or changed the timing of the music but it flows much better.

GH really needs to update. They need to add Lainey, Patrick, Robin and Carly and Reese needs to go. KaWu little "sexy" wink and bounce is really annoying and to me its dumb to have a character in the opening that is no longer a character on the show. At least take her out and put in an ambulance shot or something as a place-holder.

[Arune Singh]

I know what you mean about the opening. I think they slowed down the "flying" shots inbetween the "big" shots.

And OLTL's opening is looking nice. I'm getting used to the ugly design (all those damn shifting blocks) but I wish they had Llanview in the background somehow. I also wish they'd update some shots of characters that seem "old," such as the Jessica and Cristian shots. It'd be nice to see Tess in the opening too.

[Ugoff]

Im behind a few eps ( I use AMC & OLTL to watch when working out), but Hugh is a great addition to the show. A nice slow introduction a major s/l, the way they used to do it in the good 'ol days.

I watched Y&R and wow... great wedding. THAT is how you do it. Next week oughta be hell.


Y&R has been great, it's to bad it's being bashed in the soap mags for it's seemingly slow pace and outlandish Shelia storyline. I will admit Y&R needs to step up it's game but it's still a very good show. I'm glad the Shelia/Tom story is coming to an end. I'm ready for something new. From what I've read Tom is soon to be written off the show soon with Shelia soon to follow. Both are not long term but hopefully Tom wont be killed off.

I've been trying to watch OLTL and GH and also AMC. AMC is as unwatcable as ever, sorry ya'll. I just feel like it gets worse every month. OLTL is actually a little watchable and there were a few scenes that I really enjoyed. But OLTL still has to many characters and actors I just can not stand at all. GH is just completely unbearable. It's the same thing year in and year out. Wash rinse repeat. I can't wrap my mind around why anyone is still watching. Laura W. isnt impressing me as the new Carly. I just dont know why they are wasting Skye/Robin C. on Luke and Lorenzo. I've also been watching B&B which is actually pretty good right now. Hopefully Constance T./Helena will jump ship to B&B to play Stephanie's sister.

[Elias Bogan]

Arune:

I cannot stand OLTL's opening credits because it is generic. I loved their late 90s one with the city in the background and the blueish haze over the characters. Now it is not unique at all. At least AMC has the book and GH has the hospital/ambulance.

Ugoff:

I do not think Laura Wright is that bad and while I certainly like the character, I would hesistate to call me a fan anymore. However, they do seem to be focussing on the hospitla more again with Robin, Patrick, Noah and Lainey all working there and also more focus on Alan and Monica. Oh and I came up with my fantasy exit storyline for Alicia/Courtney: she walks in Jax and Carly!

[Ontir]

I really like the character of Tom on Y&R, and I'd like to see his framing be written off as one of Sheila's machinations, so he can stay around after her "demise."

As far as the GH opening, they also need to update a shot with Bobbi, her ex, and their son, since his storyline, and thereby, theirs, is moving forward. They ought to add Noah, since his return has now been extended indefinitely.

On OL2L, I'm tired of waiting for the Niki/Tess fireworks to start. It's a good thing they appear at hand!

[Arune Singh]

Here's my new theory:

Paige is the drunk doctor responsible for Daddy McBain's death in the OR. Spencer either shot Daddy or made David do it. David will somehow be exonerated.

Spencer killed Margaret. And he's a Buchanan, as well as David, from one of Asa's affairs.

Hugh is the son of Paige and Spencer. It can't be Nash: where's he getting his fortune from? And if Spencer is a Buchanan, it'd make Jessica and Nash family. They're too popular to deep six them like that. Nash is related to someone in town, so I'm hoping he's related to Dorian somehow or even to the McBains.

Damn, I love OLTL these days.

[Legato]

OLTL is clearly one of the most underrated and overlooked soaps. During the daytime awards GH and Y&R would go head to head while AMC would probably get some props. Yet still on every soap magazine I read its always Y&R, GH, ATWT, or AMC that would get rave reviews.

[Arune Singh]

SOD gave it some props this year and many critics have hailed it as an amazinfg turn around and return to form. I also like the fact that the people aren't all "pretty." Sure, Marcie is the calculated "heavy girl" character, at first glance, but they've made her a viable lead. The women have curves. The guys aren't all pretty boys. It's really nice to see that kind of stuff, as well as the younger man/older woman story in David/Dorian, when we're used to the reverse. The constant reminder of Todd's past and the fact that he DID horrible things is great. These characters have strong arcs and I appreciate that. Hell, Riley's exit from the show and Jen's death we 100 times better than Edmund's death on AMC.

[Ontir]

I don't think David is a Buchannan. I'm pretty sure Spencer is, but I think that he and David are half-brothers, which also might explain some of the rivalry that Spencer feels toward David. David is their Dad's "real" kid, while Spencer is Mom's bastard child, and always loved less.

I'm also wondering what the reference from Spencer, to David about a "vat of acid" means. I think that has something to do with the alleged murder. I think ultimately, neither Paige of David are responsible for either event. I think Paige was drunk, and Spencer set her up, or made her think she'd done it, so he could get her to cover for his own medical error. Even if it wasn't negligence, Spencer Truman could never allow anyone to see him as less than perfect, unless in a case like Ginger, it served his purposes. I think it's highly likely that the death David is supposed to have caused, might even be entirely fake, something Spencer staged to forever bind his brother to him, and put him in his debt.

I'm wondering if Nash is related to someone like Hesser, or what was the character that Kim Zimmer played all those years ago. If he's related to someone, I think it's going to be someone who WAS on the show, as opposed to someone who IS on the show.

I hadn't considered that Hugh could be the biloligical child of Spencer and Paige. That's really interesting.

Arune! Did you see the walk-on roll contest? Go for it!

[Arune Singh]

Arune! Did you see the walk-on roll contest? Go for it!

Nice theories. Props to OLTL for the intro of Hugh Hughes. Great work. He and Nash are really solid additions to the show. And the character consistency on the show is superb.

Spencer and David as half-brothers works, though imagine Dorian being in love with a Buchanan? There've been too many hints that David and Spencer BOTH are Buchanans, so I'd go with the theory they are. After Ben, and now Spencer, how many kids DOES Asa have? And why isn't he comforting Jessica? Or Natalie?

Someone explain the whole Jess/Nat twin thing. The science of it, what I know, sounds stupid.

WHAT WALK ON CONTEST? TELL MEEEEEEEEEEEE! I'm even up for shirtless scenes! My bro wants me to get good enough to aim for the recast (if there was one) of Adrian Sword. Or a lost Vega brother.

[Arune Singh]

http://www.abcfanfebruary.com/form.php

There it is.

Ok folks... do I go for AMC or OLTL? And I'll submit a photo w/clothes on, because I'd hate to seem tacky or like some wannabe actor, so do I use a picture where I have hair on my head or a bald one? I may take a new pic, so any suggestions on poses? Sitting, standing, head shot? Check Arune.Com in the "What's An Arune?" section to help me decide. I gotta do this ASAP, as it has to be in by 12/30 and I want to be perfect. Damn essay is 50 words or less, which will make it difficult, since I need to be persuasive.

[Elias Bogan]

Whatever you do dont go out for GH. Your character will probably serve as a prop for Sonny and/or Emily and then you'll have to die while the other charaters talk about strong, brave and loveswithher/hiswholeheart Sonny and Emily are....Soily rocks!!!

[Arune Singh]

Whatever you do dont go out for GH. Your character will probably serve as a prop for Sonny and/or Emily and then you'll have to die while the other charaters talk about strong, brave and loveswithher/hiswholeheart Sonny and Emily are....Soily rocks!!!

Even though it's a walk on, non speaking role, you're right: GH would somehow use it to prop up Sonny.

I'm torn between AMC and OLTL, but I think I'll go with AMC, for nostalgia's sake.

[Elias Bogan]

I really hope you make it on 'All My Children'. If you do, I will be sure to watch.

Also, I read over at soapzone that Michael Cambias and Dixie Martin are both returning in January. Got any scoop?

[Legato]

If you make it on AMC then tell Bianca I said hi.

[Ontir]

After watching OL2L today, it suddenly occurred to me:

What if Spencer isn't a Buchanan, but a Lord! :eek:

The thing that struck me, was that if Spencer were Todd's brother, that might explain why he was able to give Todd blood, and it might also confuse things in terms of establishing the paternity of Margaret's child - if that WAS Margaret, and if she's even dead. Given that she and Spencer now have some dark past, she might well be alive. We know she can swim!

Y&R

GREAT GOOGLYMOOGLY!

Everybody's hooking up with everybody! I know Victor lent Michael and Lauren the jet, but he's gonna have to have the thing steam cleaned when it gets back! And how about Nicholas and Phyllis?!?!?! :eek: :eek: :eek:

[Arune Singh]

DIXIE IS BACK!

Check out http://www.soaptownusa.com

[Ontir]

You knew it was only a matter of time!

I like the twists OL2L is doing with Margaret now, as well.

Did you catch thursday's Y&R? I was traveling, and didn't get to see yesterday's, but when the boat went boom?!?

[Nate Grey]

I like the twists OL2L is doing with Margaret now, as well.

What's the twist? She's still alive or something? Marty with a face lift? What? :)

[Rob Imes]

What do you guys think about Adrianne Leon (Brook Lynn on GH) moving over to Y&R now? I always felt she was underused on GH, so hopefully she'll have more to do on Y&R (which I don't watch, but may have to check out now).

Also I wonder if GH will recast Brooke Lynn. I kinda shudder to think of how they might change her, if they do recast. I liked Leon's individuality, her unique grunge/punk-type style. I'd hate to see her character changed into someone lacking that style, someone more conventional looking.

[Arune Singh]

What do you guys think about Adrianne Leon (Brook Lynn on GH) moving over to Y&R now? I always felt she was underused on GH, so hopefully she'll have more to do on Y&R (which I don't watch, but may have to check out now).

Also I wonder if GH will recast Brooke Lynn. I kinda shudder to think of how they might change her, if they do recast. I liked Leon's individuality, her unique grunge/punk-type style. I'd hate to see her character changed into someone lacking that style, someone more conventional looking.

I've only seen her acting briefly, but I think she's hot, and Y&R could use someone, besides Phyliss, who's attractive (to me at least).

[Ontir]

What's the twist? She's still alive or something? Marty with a face lift? What? :)

Looks like she might be alive. She definitely had a connection to Spencer Truman, who I'm certian is responsible for the body that they believe to be, and might yet be Margaret being strangled.

I didn't know the Brooke Lynne was migrating to Genoa, but Lois is now on the Bold & the Beautiful as the recast Felicia Forrester, battling cancer, and trying to unite her infant son with her lost love, now married to her half-sister by her brother's first wife. God I hate this show, but I still see bits of it, just enough to remind me why I hate it so much, from time to time.

Basically, I think both actresses have moved on, because their chracters were dropped - again!

[Legato]

After watching AMC it is nice seeing Bianca again. The show just isn't the same without her around.