Welcome to Wednesday's edition of the Coronation Street Blog, and tonight's double episode review.
With Britain languishing in an endless summer scorcher, Corrie resident Bethany must be feeling rather hot in the garage, after being kidnapped by Kayla. BFF Craig meanwhile, has a debilitating bout of anxiety and is also very sweaty (albeit at Weatherfield General).
Following the shocking news of his mother's death, Tyrone mourns for Jackie and with Fiz by his side, the couple and their young family, are finally reconciled.
With Maria being given a fortnights reprieve at the salon flat, the return of Audrey hairdressing nemesis Claudia Colby is right on time!. (read my interview with Rula Lenska HERE).
Will Audrey reconcile with Maria or has Claudia stolen her best stylist for good?.
Back at Weatherfield General, Kayla finally reveals the truth about her Dad and she threatens action, leaving a panicked Craig frantically worried about Bethany's safety. Upon returning to her garage, Kayla promises to unleash violence on a bound and gagged Bethany.
Over on Victoria Street, Prima Doner, a newly unemployed (ex-headteacher) Brian, suddenly realises that he was actually a teacher once. Unleashing his babysitting services on Hope & Ruby, I think I know where this is heading?
Can a hardware store idea sow the seeds for a Corrie creche?
Meanwhile, the news of Bethany's disappearance and Craigs OCD attack reaches the street.
Warning -the next part of this review may contain depictions of violence!
As harrowed CSA victim Bethany re-lives the worst of her nightmare, she tells Kayla that Neil was worse than Nathan in his nefarious activities. As the pure drama continues, I think us viewers are then lured to believe that Kayla is as much the victim of Neil, as Bethany is? (once she has slapped Bethany with a viscously realistic ferocity).
Craig, upon arriving at Kayla's, reveals his (previously unheard) mobile voice recording of Neil's admittance of guilt. Kayla reels from the reality and loses the crow braw, subsequently softening any further blows (literal or figuratively).
What next for Craig & Bethany. Will the best friends survive more trauma?.
Have we seen the last of Kayla?. Does Kayla deserve a reprieve?.
In other news, Tim finds an extra £1000 in his bank account, Gemma & Henry scout out The Rovers Return, Mary & Tracy imagine Coronation Street in 2048, and Eva kisses Adam.
And that's me done until next Wednesday at 7.30pm.
Until next time Corrie fans...
TARA!
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3 comments:
There are definite parallels between Nathan's treatment of Bethany and Kayla's manipulation of Craig, whereby the 'relationship' was a facade for abuse. Craig would not have slept with her if he understood her true motivation, which brings consent into question, but they appear to be drawing a line under the episode in a way which would not be the case with a male abuser. We will see how this develops.
Too many contrivances for me. Dr Ali was on duty at A & E; Craig had kept the recording and Kayla immediately accepted the truth. Bethany wasn't tempted to save her skin by lying that Neil was, actually, quite a nice person. Brave girl, I'd have thought twice. Jess arrives saying they've had reports. If the reports were from Sarah, she didn't know Kayla was Neil's daughter. And how is it that Jess hasn't bumped into Craig when he was with Kayla? I'd say this is the start of Craig's recovery.
As contrived as their story was, I think Craig and Kayla were brilliant. I was/am truly scared for Craig that he will have a breakdown or a long recovery. I selfishly hope that he realizes that he isnt really cut out to be a cop and goes to Uni to become a counselor. And resumes his painting. As for Kayla, she deserves punishment, yeah, but coming up with that gaslighting plot at 18 or so, she’s more of a terror than Tyler and murderess Tracy combined. A Phelan Jr., but lacking the nuance to stay afloat for long. Can not imagine what they’ll do with the character if she stays/comes back, but what a talent.
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