We had less than ten seconds of Ben in Friday's episode as he approached the bar and told Linda that he didn't believe Billy was a murderer because if he was, Ben would know about it no matter how long ago it was. I assume that's a reference to his belief that the Mitchells don't… Continue reading 9th September, little boy (and the week ahead)
6th and 7th September, the business
A couple of Ben cameos this week, and we have to wait a little bit longer for Thursday's episode due to some real world news. Tuesday's episode gave us a little Ben scene - and in his pants, no less. It seems to be the day for trying on the wedding gear for Phil and… Continue reading 6th and 7th September, the business
25th August, don’t lose hope
Well, how about that? Stuart and Rainie got their happy ever after, and while Callum played his part in seeing that through, Stuart repaid the favour by pulling a few strings of his own. Stuart winds up in the cafe after a difficult morning trying to get his job back. He's joined by Callum and… Continue reading 25th August, don’t lose hope
24th August, chemical imbalance
Rainie's back for Stuart! And Ballum parallels everywhere - even if we thought we were just imagining them, Callum even pointed them out himself. After Stuart's arrest the episode before for holding the GP surgery hostage, we open to Rainie stress-vaping in the flat waiting for him to return. She rushes towards the door when… Continue reading 24th August, chemical imbalance
22nd August, sit with me
We had a couple of short Ballum scenes in this episode, but those scenes said a lot even if Ballum themselves didn’t. After we learn from Vi that Callum’s had a face like a wet kipper all weekend, we see him in the cafe with his face looking just like that. No doubt he’s gutted… Continue reading 22nd August, sit with me
The week ahead (week 34)
Looks like I can actually have a week ahead this week, thanks to some late spoilers! It's also a big week for Stuart... Mon 22nd August - Lynne DallowCallum offers to accompany Ben to his second police interview. Even though Ben assures Callum he doesn't want anyone to go to the police station with him,… Continue reading The week ahead (week 34)
18th August, out of chances
Don't touch me! What an incredibly bittersweet episode. And a Ballum duff duff, but at what cost? We open the episode with Ben back at the Beale house, sitting at the table and clutching his jacket as he stares into space. He looks so small and vulnerable. He cuts off an incoming call from his… Continue reading 18th August, out of chances
17th August, on the skids
That was some episode! Truly standout performances from Max and Aidan in particular as Ben tries to get Lewis to face up to what he's done - although with someone like that, contrition is very much lacking. Just a warning that there's quite a bit of discussion about rape and sexual assault in this post.… Continue reading 17th August, on the skids
16th August, values
It's safe to say Ben's had better Tuesdays. With a reminder of what he's lost fresh in his mind, he decides to make the most of an opportunity for revenge. The episode starts off with Sam driving through the Square, catching sight of Ben leaving the house with a cigarette in his mouth. I've come… Continue reading 16th August, values
15th August, boot space
Monday's episode gave us a glimpse of Ben back on the Square as his family try different ways of getting justice for him. When the car pulls up outside the Mitchell house (shoddily parked by Phil, got to say!) Ben ignores Phil's comment about being glad to be home - possibly because he's not, not… Continue reading 15th August, boot space
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