Rape Crisis Helpline Coordinator Rosa Knight praised Corrie bosses for their efforts in bringing the storyline together.
'Though other programs have run similar storylines, the response for the Coronation Street storyline has been like nothing we've experienced before,' she said. 'It is so important for mainstream shows to tackle these important issues in a well-researched way and it appears the program makers worked hard to do just that. That we have had such a huge increase in calls demonstrates that woman who have survived rape do need care and support - but they are not always aware of how to get it. '
Rape Crisis website is here.
4 comments:
Now we're going to get even more "social issues" storylines instead of entertainment.
I'm not surprised by this. Alison King's performance has been very intense and spot on, as has Chris Gascoyne's despite of or maybe including his inappropriate behaviour! Harrowing stuff but very well done, thank goodness.
Though sad to know that rape still goes on, it's good to know those affected are seeking the help they need. Better this than winning a meaningless gong. Carla's story is, imo, very well done.
I don't think it's any more or less an issue that affects the society we all live in than any other. When one person suffers, it affects all they come in contact with - family and friends - as is being borne out even on the show. If the first poster here thinks that this news will ruin their enjoyment of Corrie, I fear for humanity.
totally disgusted with the outcome of carla and frank rape trial hard enough for rape victims to come forward and they find him not guilty writers should be ashamed no need for it.
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