Irene's drinking

[c120701]

1 hour ago, Dan F said:

Quote from Lynne herself:

"She's an alcoholic. Who would send an alcoholic to a winery? Now there's a good idea," she says, laughing. "I think that one slipped through quite frankly. I don't think anyone thought it through. Anyway, Irene would have had a nice time drinking tea and eating scones – if we got there."

http://www.stuff.co.nz/entertainment/83326854/Will-Home-And-Aways-Irene-survive-the-plane-crash

It's quite sad that Lynne either didn't feel comfortable enough to mention it when she got her script or was so glad to be doing something did it anyway.

I'd have expected Ada to say something as well when Charlie had to say Zac's line about taking Irene to Leah.

[CaptainHulk]

3 hours ago, Dan F said:

Quote from Lynne herself:

"She's an alcoholic. Who would send an alcoholic to a winery? Now there's a good idea," she says, laughing. "I think that one slipped through quite frankly. I don't think anyone thought it through. Anyway, Irene would have had a nice time drinking tea and eating scones – if we got there."

http://www.stuff.co.nz/entertainment/83326854/Will-Home-And-Aways-Irene-survive-the-plane-crash

True, After all if someone who didn't eat Chicken went to Nando's (Yes, there are people like that and it kinda saddens me) could chow down on Steak Rolls or Vegetarian stuff.

 

[j.laur5]

17 hours ago, c120701 said:

It's quite sad that Lynne either didn't feel comfortable enough to mention it when she got her script or was so glad to be doing something did it anyway.

I'd have expected Ada to say something as well when Charlie had to say Zac's line about taking Irene to Leah.

Lynne is a professional actress and does what she is told.   

[Inactive User]

On 9/24/2016 at 11:04 PM, c120701 said:

Duncan even invited VJ who is underage!

Um...VJ wasn't on the plane. Duncan didn't invite him. 

[Luke39]

VJ was invited, but he diddn't go on board. Yeah it was a tad unrealistic, even Lynne said so. I suspect H and A need Lynne, just like Ray. More then they need them. So She is free to be honest publically. But end of day she does not write the show. And their has been stories of actors on this show trying to re write the script. Ala Luke and Robert for the Romeo Cancer Storyline. But they are just the actors, the moneys good so you know. Seems a bit reckless from the writers, I know atm on Shortland Street, Rachel is coping with her Alcaolism again. I Think Shorty are doing it better. 

[Wanderer101]

Probably not the best idea for an alcoholic to go to a winery, but it's still possible to go to a winery for a get together, without drinking. And I don't see how whether or not Lynne said it is relevant. Claims don't all of a sudden become more true based on who says it.

[alexx]

On 9/25/2016 at 10:19 AM, j.laur5 said:

Lynne is a professional actress and does what she is told.   

I don't doubt Lynne's professionalism, I like it when actors seem to make sure that their character is as realistic as possible and point out inconsistencies with the writers/producers if they make a mistake, when possible of course.

I think in terms of continuity when you've been in a show for such a long time it should sort of become more of a collaborative effort with the actors sort of editing and making sure continuity is right for their character which helps new writers + producers keep up to speed. Having said that Irene's alcoholism was right at the forefront less than 10 months ago and used to play a huge part in Irene's character.

[Blaxland 89]

2 minutes ago, alexx said:

I don't doubt Lynne's professionalism but I like it when actors make sure that their character is as realistic as possible and points it out to the writers/producers if they make a mistake, when possible of course.

I think in terms of continuity when you've been in a show for such a long time it should sort of become more of a collaborative effort with the actors sort of editing and making sure continuity is right for their character which helps new writers + producers keep up to speed. Having said that Irene's alcoholism was right at the forefront less than 10 months ago and used to play a huge part in Irene's character.

Yes. Even it was referred to that would be enough for me. I don't have a problem with Irene being there but she could have at least either made a joke about it or have another character ask her if she'll be ok with it. But it's the writers responsibility to know the characters they are writing for and always keep their history in mind. There should be a bible they consult. Corrie have one. 

Just now, Blaxland 89 said:

Yes. Even it was referred to that would be enough for me. I don't have a problem with Irene being there but she could have at least either made a joke about it or have another character ask her if she'll be ok with it. But it's the writers responsibility to know the characters they are writing for and always keep their history in mind. There should be a bible they consult. Corrie have one. 

This is the problem with having the show so plot based nowadays.