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That new set is trash.

I realize Brando wasn't a popular character who won't be missed (even though the actor is decent), but Brando is FAR down my list on things wrong with GH, including making an episode that should be about his death and Sasha into another showcase for Carly and Sonny. Sonny always has to be around to dispense words of wisdom, giving us the meaning of it all, telling us how to feel and what to remember. It's effing sickening. Also, the past few days with the Curtis/Jordan/Portia scenes have been horrendous. I mean, who has these discussions of "If not for the lies and deception and and wreckage in our marriage, would we still be together?"??? And "If not for all the lies she told you that killed your marriage, would you still love her?"? It's just ridiculous. Why is Curtis asking these questions? Why is Portia? Why is Jordan? And why in hell would Jordan insist on protecting Aunt Stella, when these people should already know the kind of stuff she's always done and continues to do? They're working overtime to give these people a storyline, but this isn't one.

I think MB is too busy blocking people who called him out on being a huge ass. I included him on a couple tweets where I told him what I thought of his disrespect for others while demanding devotion and deference. Took him about an hour to block me. Good riddance to bad rubbish.

Well, the truth is that Chandler Massey brought out his patented grin and smirk during his dialogue with Sonny. Never fails. By the way, Zach Tinker is highlighted in the promo for the premiere of Big Sky on Wednesday night at 10 on ABC!

I think Brad Bell went on vacation for a week and left this message for his writers: "Copy and paste the same dialogue every day. These morons watching the show won't notice that the entire show is about adult kids getting involved in their parents' relationships. When I get back, we'll have Sheila cut off another toe."

I agree. That was just ridiculous.

Actually, we’re told they’re millionaires, but we don’t see it and they don’t live like it.

Peacock might not be tremendous, but it’s much better than some people here give it credit for. There’s more original programming all the time, and a big library of NBC and Bravo shows. There are sporting events. There are complete series runs of shows like Downton Abbey. I get it gratis because my cable is Xfinity/Comcast, but I’d pay the $4.99 if I didn’t.

I understand those saying DAYS might go to 3 times a week when this contract expires. My question is how they hold onto actors if they do that? How can cast members earn a living with a 3 times a week show? Honestly, the way Ron cycles actors in and out now, it’s amazing they keep coming back.

I think the reason so many of us are talking about those Chad and Sonny scenes is because the director and production team INTENTIONALLY shot those scenes to be homoerotic. It's because Billy Flynn and Zach Tinker leaned into all of it. They could have shot that same dialogue in a completely different "bro" way, never leaning into anything sexual at all. This isn't about us seeing something that doesn't exist -- it's about us seeing exactly what they gave us. Watch those scenes again. The camera shots are often tight and close. That's perfect when you put Sonny in a tight shirt that shows off big pumped guns. Closeups on the guys' faces plays into this, especially when you see how closely Chad and Sonny sit together on the sofa. It's just not possible that Sonny would sit THAT close to Chad unless he was directed to do so. Sonny gets up at one point, and when he sits down again, he AGAIN sits right next to Chad -- making it very easy to do a comforting hug that leaves A LOT open to interpretation. Of course, Billy and Zach play it to the hilt. They know EXACTLY what they're doing, and I think they want us to notice and to take this where we've taken it. Those hugs and embraces can be found in the dictionary under "homoerotic." A while back, in a Billy Flynn Twitter thread, someone posted a screenshot of Billy's booty in tight slacks. I literally thanked Billy for wearing tight pants so often. Did Billy respond? Only with a LIKE, but that was enough to make my day LOL. He didn't respond to everyone, either -- that's not what it was. I see BF as evolved and more...a great ally who has NO problem flirting and more on cam with another guy. These are the straight guys I love hehe Same with Zach Tinker. The guy knows he's lusted after, and he's fine with giving us his best assets. I think he's much more comfortable onscreen with the gay stuff than Chandler Massey is. I might be wrong (and I hope I am) but I don't think DAYS will "go there." I think they're willing to tease and torture us but that they're afraid to go all the way and have Chad and Sonny do the deed.

Cady was better on her last DAYS run. For some reason, she seems artificial this time…too stuffy, too pretentious. It’s DAYS, not Downton Abbey.

We’ll have to disagree about Chandler’s smirks. They’re all over the place. JJ does not look good with the facial hair. Speaking of looks, let’s face it — Lucas lost his. He was never better than average looking to me, but the average days are gone. Kayla’s speech (or whatever that was) about Abigail was so bad. Someone hates her.

You're so right -- Zende is a SIMP and worse. I cannot believe how pathetic he was when seeing Paris after the wedding dump. He has no self-respect, and neither does Paris, frankly. She should have smacked Carter herself. I have NO idea why Quinn and Carter are in love, but only that they're hot for each other. They're a joke, and you're right that they won't last a year. The Mike flashbacks were good, except that once again we had a man who looks like a complete fool. Sheila has treated him like CRAP and he still commits felonies for her. I thought the same thing -- no tears at all, along with close to a complete lack of emotion. Lousy acting. Speaking of no tears, let me know when Sheila sheds one. So on point with all of this. This long buildup...and then done in 2 frickin episodes. Jesus, what awful writing. That Quinn/Carter kiss in front of Paris was pathetic, although you'd never know it by looking at Paris, who NEVER shows any real emotion. She's like Barbie's friend on Trazadone. The Carter/Quinn reunion was completely rushed, with no real discussion as to the impact of what they've done. I can't root for either of them. And Donna? You mean no one is going to give her hell for breaking up a marriage? Or will she just disappear again for 4 months?

In Will's first scene with Chad before the funeral, Chandler Massey couldn't even suppress his godawful stupid grin. The guy looks good, but he is one terrible actor. He cannot take ANYTHING seriously.

You make a good point about DD, but after seeing what a right winger he is on social media, I’m glad he’s gone. He’s now living on fumes — retweeting fans who want Paul back. The special episode was exceedingly well done. The flashbacks were excellent, but so was the dialogue leading into and out of those flashbacks. It’s not easy to make those look natural and genuine, but the writers were at the top of their game — as were Eileen Davidson and Beth Maitland.

Glad I’m not the only one who thought she was awful. I don’t think a single thing she did connected. No way did I feel like I was watching a mother grieving her murdered daughter. She made weird faces,with emotion out of the 1940s — and no tears. Matt Ashford was lousy, too. Cady saved him because she was so much worse.

I know it’s Cady, but my damn iPad autocorrected to Candy — and I never proofread it. Regardless, it was CADY who was terrible. LOL

That hat is so bad. No one walks around all day wearing a thing like that.

I agree. That was better, but…. That crowd for the launch IN THE HOTEL LOBBY??? I realize the set was extended a bit, but they’re still in the lobby. Awful. Speaking of awful, who dressed Nikki? That blue sparkly thing could not look more matronly. Jill looks so much better.

Co-sign. I thought Candy McClain was TERRIBLE. And no, I’m not a MReeves fan, either. Candy made one odd face after another, and none of it felt like real grieving. Yes, it was definitely A LOT. Billy Flynn fared better, but he went from “He’s doing great” to What the hell face is he making?” On Twitter? Days fans are screaming EMMYS FOR EVERYBODY!! I get so tired of the Emmy crowd handing out the gold statues every time there’s sobbing over a soap death.

These people spend all their time at the pool or at the club. It’s absurd. Britt is AT THE CLUB complaining about needing sleep after being frunk the night before. GMAB. I know GH has been praised for their sets lately, but those outdoor campground sets are awful. Who puts up a tent right smack up against the edge of the woods? None of it looked real. And oh, that pool deck? Shouldn’t it be concrete? Instead it sounds like they’re walking on sheets of plywood.

Yes, please. Just unbelievable— I kept the rewind handy. That body is perfection.

The Brando recast was weak.

You either think he’s good looking or you don’t. Sorry, saying his looks bore you doesn’t make sense to me.

But you make it sound as if the Shawn and BElle story is being properly told. It isn’t. It’s above my pay grade to know the right way to tell it, but I know when we’re being fed trash.