[waterhog]

Originally Posted by Redway

Agree. Nobody gives a shit about Sharon/Jack/Phil and if Lorraine Newman seriously thinks that Lauren/Joey is going to get people talking then my god she's a tad deluded. Some blogger actually has a pretty good analysis of EE right now so I'll just copy and paste when I can find it.

i echoooooooooo this and jusr feel it is more neighbours and home and away then a adult soap drama.

[Kazanne]

I really like the Branning family although lauren is getting a bit grating,I also like the fact Alfie and Roxy are now a couple,bit **** Zanab is leaving ,I like the Masoods aswell,not keen on Joey,Alice and Lucy is a bit dire,but still like EE the best.

[InOne]

Too much of the Branning show at the moment. Especially with Phil away as well.

Michael Moon is saving the show at the moment.

[Urban Cragou]

The inactivity on this thread says it all. I've pretty much stopped watching and I'm only paying attention to it for Zainab's exit and even that looks shit

[Brother Leon]

Whoever's idea it was to basically swap Derek for Kirsty needs a long hard look at themselves.

[bbfan1991]

'EastEnders' works with Comic Relief for Liam Butcher gang storyline

EastEnders bosses have teamed up with Comic Relief to highlight the growing problem of teen involvement in gangs.

A forthcoming storyline on the BBC One soap will see Bianca Butcher (Patsy Palmer) left distraught when her 14-year-old son Liam becomes caught up in a gang, which results in her losing control of the schoolboy.



As the hard-hitting plot progresses, Bianca will face the terrible reality of trying to get Liam (James Forde) to choose between his family and the gang - but which way he turns remains to be seen.

EastEnders chiefs and Comic Relief have worked on Liam's story together, undertaking research into why teenagers become involved in gangs and the devastating effects the culture can have.

The collaboration between EastEnders and Comic Relief comes after they previously teamed up for Whitney Dean's sex exploitation storyline in 2011.

EastEnders' executive producer Lorraine Newman commented: "We are delighted to be working with Comic Relief once again. This subject matter is something which is touching the lives of so many young people in London and other cities around the UK.

"We have taken the opportunity to see the impact from a mother's perspective, and Patsy Palmer gives a powerful performance of a mother doing all she can to protect her son. The telling of this story has also given us the chance to explore the reasons behind the attraction of gangs for teenagers."

Judith McNeill, Grants Director for Comic Relief, added: "Comic Relief is really excited to be working with EastEnders again to highlight an important issue supported by Red Nose Day.

"In 2011, Comic Relief put EastEnders in touch with young people who had been sexually exploited so that the reality of this horrific form of abuse could be accurately portrayed. The groundbreaking storyline was important in lifting the lid on a hidden issue and significantly raised the profile of the issue of young people and sexual exploitation across the UK.

"This year's storyline should play an equally important role in promoting greater understanding of why young people are vulnerable to becoming involved in gangs."

Liam's gang storyline will start on screen next month and include a six-minute episode which will be transmitted as part of BBC One's Comic Relief broadcast on Friday, March 15.

[bbfan1991]

That should be good, like what they did with the Whitney prostitution storyline.

Zainab's exit is this week. I will really miss her in the show and wish Nina Wadia well in what she does next. Nina is a brilliant Actress and although she is known more for comedy, it has been great to see her portraying drama in EastEnders, but she has had the mixture of both playing Zainab anyway.

[Me. I Am Salman]

I wish they did more gritty storylines revolving adults.

[Me. I Am Salman]

this sounds okay though

[Brother Leon]

Most of the time a TV show tries to show us "gang lifestyle" it is just cringe overload.

[bbfan1991]

Tonight was a sad episode with Zainab leaving. I will miss her and Nina Wadia, who played a fantastic character and is such a quality Actress who can do the drama and comedy.

I will miss her on screen partnership too with Nitin Ganatra who plays Masood. Baby Kamil is so cute too and will be missed!

[Me. I Am Salman]

found it rather boring ;/

[Urban Cragou]

Another crap episode. Zainab deserved much better...

[bbfan1991]

'EastEnders': Kat and Roxy fight at The Vic

This is a first look at the moment that Kat Moon and Roxy Mitchell have a huge catfight at the Queen Vic in an upcoming EastEnders episode.

Tension between the two women boils over next week after Kat's estranged husband Alfie tells her that he wants a divorce, keen to concentrate on a bright new future with Roxy.

When a heartbroken Kat (Jessie Wallace) arrives at The Vic to pick Tommy up the next day, she tries to be civil for the sake of her young son. However, it's not long before she finds herself in an argument with Roxy (Rita Simons).

Kat is the first to resort to violence, slapping Roxy as she loses her temper. Roxy lets it go, but when a furious Kat does it a second time, a full-on fight ensues…









EastEnders airs these scenes on Tuesday, February 19 at 7.30pm on BBC One.

[bbfan1991]

'EastEnders' Ian Beale, Denise Fox to start dating

EastEnders character Ian Beale starts dating Denise Fox in upcoming episodes.

The pair have grown close over the past few months and will take their friendship to the next level, the Daily Star Sunday reports.



Ian (Adam Woodyatt) could even become soap's most married man if Denise (Diane Parish) goes on to be his fifth wife.

She previously turned him down when Jane left him and struggles to come to terms with the fact that she has romantic feelings for him.

The new couple decide to keep their relationship a secret from friends and family.

An EastEnders insider said: "Denise has always had a bit of a soft spot for Ian but he can be infuriating, so whether they go the distance in the next few months remains to be seen."

[smeagol]

im so bored with eastenders , so many of those in there need axing, miserable looking people.

[waterhog]

Originally Posted by smeagol

im so bored with eastenders , so many of those in there need axing, miserable looking people.

i echo that - and so fed up of the teen story lines.

[Marcus.]

Originally Posted by waterhog

i echo that - and so fed up of the teen story lines.

the kat afie roxey is starting to bug me

[Brother Leon]

The gang **** is so cringe. Knew it would be.

[Urban Cragou]

To be fair, it's not that bad. Probably the most interesting thing happening in EE right now (but that's not saying much considered there's fuck all else going on), so you may as well enjoy it while it lasts.

As long as it's not Bianca behind bars this time.

[waterhog]

i dont think i get through EE with out my mind woundering - shows its appeal.

[Moviefan]

WOW, 3 Pages away, that not good!

But good news Eastenders looks GREAT next week, I saw teaser last night!

Very creepy trailer! PERFECT timing for Halloween!
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p01kcl3d

[Kazanne]

The storyline with Michael,Alice and Janine has been great.

[waterhog]

omg does it mean micheal is dead ? i no he is leaving.

[Santa's NaughtiNess]

Originally Posted by waterhog

omg does it mean micheal is dead ? i no he is leaving.