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SOD: Days questions answered!; August 6th issue
Topic Started: Jul 26 2012, 12:56 PM (23,458 Views)
Ellie


In light of the fact that Days will be off the air for two weeks for the Olympics, the new Soap Opera Digest features two articles in which various actors answer questions about the show and the plot.

The first question SOD asks is, Is there a sexual subtext to the dynamic between EJ and Will? James Scott answers this and says that while EJ recognized that Will was attracted to him in some way and used this to his advantage, the overall relationship is mentor/mentee, and that EJ is comfortable with his sexuality, which allowed him to be comfortable with Will. Scott also takes the opportunity to praise Chandler Massey's acting.

The next question is, Is romance in the future for Will and Sonny now that Sonny has acknowledged an attraction? Freddie Smith fields this one but doesn't really give an answer, saying in the past, the timing wasn't right for the characters, and now, it may or may not happen. He acknowledges that fans would like the pairing to happen.

Next, Does Rafe still have feelings for Sami? Gering says that he does, which is why they fight so much, and that Rafe cares about the kids. However, Rafe is still angry with Sami for what she did. SOD also notes that Rafe will have a "shake-up" under the new writers.

Why is Gabi so hung up on Chad when he hasn't given her any encouragement? Camila Banus says that Gabi saw that Chad was a great guy and wanted to see what would happen between them.

In another article, SOD interviews James Scott and Chandler Massey. In terms of storyline, Massey is asked whether he plays the scenes such that Will is attracted to Sonny. He says he plays "whatever is in the moment" and does not know what the writers have planned.

James Scott is asked if he thinks that the fact that EJ and Sami haven't acted on their attraction makes the story sexier. He says yes. He continues that the buildup to characters' getting together is what is the most powerful, especially characters with a history which includes lying and betrayal, like theirs does. He says that he and Ali Sweeney have asked that the relationship not move quickly because of this.

For the full interviews and much more, pick up the new Digest!
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DrewHamilton
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Interesting. I knew Tomlin/Whitesell would have much more planned Rafe. He's their hero.
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Supergirlx2
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EJ, Will, Rafe, Sami, Gabi, Chad... & i'm bored! I have a feeling we'll have more of the same over-used characters after the Olympic break.
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jaygal
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Oh I hope not. They have another opportunity to get things back on track. Better writing, more variety in who's on screen and i'll be a happier viewer. I'll watch DOOL whatever is on but that doesn't mean i'll enjoy it!
Mama wants to watch her stories!
If not it's back to Eastenders...
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James Scott is asked if he thinks that the fact that EJ and Sami haven't acted on their attraction makes the story sexier. He says yes. He continues that the buildup to characters' getting together is what is the most powerful, especially characters with a history which includes lying and betrayal, like theirs does. He says that he and Ali Sweeney have asked that the relationship not move quickly because of this.


Seriously? How long do I have to wait. Damn it.. :hmmph: ..hurry it up...
Edited by EJ_SamiFF, Jul 26 2012, 01:17 PM.
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AngelOB
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Life is awesome

I'm loving the slow build for EJami, and the fact that James and Ali care enough about this storyline to want it to be told correctly. No slap-dashed together insta-romance that seems so fake.

I'm curious as to why Wilson seems to be not so certain now? Strange how that has been changed now. I thought Tomlin said their upcoming romance wasn't going to be shelved?

As for Rafe, I'm guessing he's going to be written as less of a Roman crony willing to bend the rules to put EJ away, and more of the 'moral' cop who wants to go by the book and counteract Roman's crooked agenda.
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Doreen316


thanks for posting! I am excited to see how the Ejami dyamnic continues to play out after the break. I hope it continues in the direction it is heading b.c I can honestly say I've enjoyed the past 2 - 3 months more than the past 3.5 years combined. I love the Ejill relationship so much, but I don't know why people keep asking about it being sexual. Just b/c Will is gay doesn't mean he has to have the hots for Ej (altho who could blame him James is beyond sexy). As for Lunk I hope a "shake up" means less airtime b.c I seriously despise that character more than any character of any show ever.. and not just b/c of my love for Ejami. I think a lot of people will agree with me that Lunk is part of what has ruined the show... ugh seriously this Snore stuff needs to be squashed now. If the writers try to go that route again they are literally signing the death warrant for the show. I really hope not b/c I've watched this show my entire life (inherited it.. 3rd generation DOOLer haha) and I would hate for it to be canceled. But i digress. I hope they continue with the Ejami stuff b/c I think the chemistry between James and Ali is solid gold and they would be CRAZY not to play it up. Please writers just give us a real chance and not crumbs. What have you go to lose at this point? Ugh getting agita thinking of what Tomsell might do. Damn it please don't ruin the show I am actually enjoying it again (not just hating it.. actually liking it! lol).
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So basically nothing is changing and everyone is going to be continously thrown under the bus for the Ej/Beast hour. :shame:


That's a sure way to draw in more viewers :sarcasm:
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Helpless Romantic


"Cause its a song that never ends........ " Sgh :shame: I know one thing I am off this merry go round for good.
Edited by Helpless Romantic, Jul 26 2012, 01:37 PM.
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Crazy4Ejole


I give up this show just keeps getting worser and worser....I refuse to even watch the horror that is forever the Days of Sami, EJ, and Will Lives.
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This is not exciting at all. Nothing looks set to change except that some characters are going to die but as for the survivors, no change. Isn't a life or death situation supposed to push these characters to some sort of extreme where lives will be forever altered. I want serious consequences to be felt throughout Salem after the break but I guess that was too much to ask of TomSell.

What a let down.
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emma mia
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TFP

Thanks JS and AS, this is what I wanted. :cheer:
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LucasHortonFan
Please write 4 Bryan Dattilo, Give him a love interest.

yes but what about the rest of us?
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JoeBucs32


These "questions" are old news. How about some new information -- like about Stefano's return, Eric's return, Kristen's return, etc.
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JoeBucs32
Jul 26 2012, 01:38 PM
These "questions" are old news. How about some new information -- like about Stefano's return, Eric's return, Kristen's return, etc.
Exactly they are telling us stuff that we already know. But nothing about what we want to know. I guess this is their way of not giving anything away until the Olympic Break is over. These are really not unanswered questions to me because we already see where some of this could be headed. Really they should not tell us what we know they should tell us what we don't or want to know because we would get more excited to watch. Not tell us everything but give us small clues or something to intruige us.
Edited by Virgo Twins, Jul 26 2012, 01:42 PM.
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Helpless Romantic


Crazy4Ejole
Jul 26 2012, 01:30 PM
I give up this show just keeps getting worser and worser....I refuse to even watch the horror that is forever the Days of Sami, EJ, and Will Lives.
Bring on Eric for Nicole. Let Elvis have Samanther they are sure to make each other miserable. I really no longer care. Sami for all intents and purposes is dead o me. I really hope the "shake up" Rafe gets is a return of Emily in Autumn let Lucas and Rafe fight over a worthy woman.
Edited by Helpless Romantic, Jul 26 2012, 01:46 PM.
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rpmaluki
Jul 26 2012, 01:33 PM
This is not exciting at all. Nothing looks set to change except that some characters are going to die but as for the survivors, no change. Isn't a life or death situation supposed to push these characters to some sort of extreme where lives will be forever altered. I want serious consequences to be felt throughout Salem after the break but I guess that was too much to ask of TomSell.

What a let down.
This is DAYS expecting to much of them would have been foolish on our parts it's the same repetitive crap that sunk the ratings and will lead to it going off the air in 2014.
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LuvingLumi
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Come on Ron, We are counting on YOU !!

Why does it seem that the Wilson stuff isn't moving forward now? I don't get it...didn't CM just the other day say it was a go....I guess maybe Freddie was told to be non commital? Only explanation here.

On the Ej and Sami thing.....I find it strange that both Ali and James went to the writers and told them to take their time with Ejami...that certainly seems very odd to me...think about it...Tomlin and Whitesell were at the helm in some capacity at Days when Ej was shot by Sami and the doppleganger story took place...those were the two biggest stories in 2010 into 2011 when they were out....so why would James and Ali have to clarify to these two particular people to take it slow with Ejami...why are they even bothering?...because it really makes absolutely no sense why actors would state that to the writing team that virtually wrote so much bad shit for Ejami to begin with...isn't it obvious that they would take their time if they were going with them? I can see them going to MarDar, who had not worked at Days for the time that Ejami have been in each other's orbit and clarify their wishes, but going to Tomlin and Whitesell of all people? Strange
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justforfun


I'm interested to see what they have in store for Rafe. It's about time that he has some story (hopefully) outside of Sami and EJ! Whatever it is, hopefully it's written well!
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Helpless Romantic
Jul 26 2012, 01:41 PM
Crazy4Ejole
Jul 26 2012, 01:30 PM
I give up this show just keeps getting worser and worser....I refuse to even watch the horror that is forever the Days of Sami, EJ, and Will Lives.
Bring on Eric for Nicole. Let Elvis have Samanther they are sure to make each other miserable. I really no longer care.
And that's how I'm actually feeling, I mean I love Ejole but I love Nicole more and I would rather have her be with someone like Eric then to continuously play second fiddle to a hot-ass mess of a character and second-rate actress.
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