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On 2/9/2019 at 6:44 AM, MrsRafaelBarba said:
Really missed this forum, especially when this episode was on.
Finally some courtroom drama and Stone actually doing his job.
Highlights for me, Carisi vs. Stone tho I hope their budding friendship doesn't suffer.
Stone reading Benson for the filth, hope that sinks the BenStone ship for good.
Now about those three words he said.
Soon as Stone let it fly, me and my sister actually said Oh Shit out loud.
Judging from PW's Twitter page, this character has polarized fans even more.
Also many people still have trouble separating a fictional character from the actor who portrays him.
I think (at least) one of the WRITERS is having a hard time separating the actor from the character.
Many viewers were angered by the line "That's not rape, " a line that made them despise the character of Stone even more, but they have nothing against the actor portraying him. Allison I., one of the writers and producers, jumped in to defend Peter Winchester when the criticism is of the character.
I can't understand why AI and Michael C. have such an obsession with the character of Peter Stone. Their infatuation is getting old. I have nothing against Peter Winchester, for he seems to be a likeable guy, but I absolutely abhor the character of Peter Stone. Perhaps had Stone been eased into storylines rather than completely thrown in, even being the focus of numerous episodes, I'd feel differently, but MC and AI so aggressively forced Stone on fans that I was completely turned off. It isn't PW's fault that his character has been written to be somewhat of an overpowering SOB.
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6 hours ago, Ms Lark said:
OMG I had no idea! What an awesome couple they must be. BTW, slightly off-topic, is that him in the Persil commercial or just someone who looks a lot like him?
I really wish they wouldn't keep throwing up roadblocks to them pursuing a relationship. If it's that difficult, it isn't meant to be.
Yes, that is Peter in the Persil commercials.
I've been a Peter Hermann (though not necessarily his characters!) fan for many years now. I loved him on Beautiful People, Cashmere Mafia, Blue Bloods, and SVU, as well as in Philomena and Duane Incarnated. I also saw him in War Horse, and thought he was enchanting.
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19 hours ago, HunterHunted said:
I don't think it's just that Pauline is a wrench in the Charles/Liza. Liza is editing Pauline's book. Liza will have to maintain some distance from Charles. Pauline is sort of back in the picture for the girls and Charles. Liza will have to tell him her age at some point. Empirical has lost Edward L.L. Moore. Charles is the boss. There may have to be layoffs. There is a bunch of shit that should put a damper on Charles and Liza.
Where the hell was this house? It's not the townhouse. Was it in the Hamptons? Or Westchester? Connecticut? Bergen County? How rich is Charles?
I love Lillet, so I'm inclined to love anyone who loves it too. I loved how Prena just shut down Kelsey editing Lachlan's book with a "no." Lachlan is also very much Kelsey's type--well-dressed, ambitious, douchey. Very much in the Anton Bjornborg vein.
But seriously, what's going on with the Edward L.L. Moore and Empirical?
I did love how Liza continued to shut Pauline down about who Charles is dating.
What's going on with Liza's divorce?
Pound Ridge is in Westchester County. Charles mentioned the house before, in the episode with Bobby Flay.
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I LOVE a few of the outfits, like pieces of others, can't stand others, and am thoroughly confused by still others.
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Brooke Shields will have a "major, recurring role" this season, and it will be one that shakes up Benson's world. http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/law-order-svu-season-19-brooke-shields-recur-1028874
Any speculations regarding what the role will be?
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On 8/8/2017 at 9:55 PM, amsomething said:
I'm worried about Raul Esparza being involved in another project or possibly even leaving, though. Philip Winchester's tweet that said something about joining SVU (not guesting, but joining) worries me because I adore Raul Esparza and don't want a new or competing ADA. I know that's ridiculous, but I am being honest. ☺ I have nothing against Philip Winchester, and I did enjoy him on Chicago Justice, but I don't want him to "threaten" Raul in any way. ?
It appears as if there is a movement to revive Hannibal on Netflix. That could possibly be what could draw Raul Esparza away from SVU (if the "revival" happens).
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17 minutes ago, ForeverAlone said:
Julie Martin also tweeted about the addition of the character of Peter Stone in the back half of the season. It sounds like Barba will still be there, and Julie promises "Barba and Stone crossing paths. DA fireworks." This could be interesting if this show decides to emphasize the "Law" side more of this series, because we really haven't seen much conflict among the ADAs. I am hoping this will be some interesting storytelling.
I'm worried about Raul Esparza being involved in another project or possibly even leaving, though. Philip Winchester's tweet that said something about joining SVU (not guesting, but joining) worries me because I adore Raul Esparza and don't want a new or competing ADA. I know that's ridiculous, but I am being honest. ☺ I have nothing against Philip Winchester, and I did enjoy him on Chicago Justice, but I don't want him to "threaten" Raul in any way. ?
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On 7/28/2017 at 4:26 PM, amsomething said:
The photo Julie Martin tweeted of the script for "Gone Fishin'" shows Brian Cassidy's name (it can be read through the front page of the script).
Dean Winters also posted a photo of himself on set (but has since deleted the photo). While the photo could have been of Dean visiting (as Dean, NOT as Brian), the photo in combination with the script is pretty good evidence that he's back for at least one episode.
Now a photo has been released of both Mariska Hargitay and Dean Winters in costume (with badges!) together. The photo was taken while filming episode 2-- "Mood," so Brian Cassidy is in at least two episodes.
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4 minutes ago, Thumper said:
What is the weird leather/plaid skirt outfit Jill is wearing?? That leather harness looks uncomfortable and unattractive. She's supposed to be the normal one?
Jill Kargman tweeted:
"Tonight's harness is the @zanabayne highway vest #OddMomOut"
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On 7/26/2017 at 10:15 PM, Xeliou66 said:
How do we know Cassidy is back?
If it's true, I don't look forward to it. I've never liked the character, he's a one dimensional, sleazy, low intellect cop and he has no chemistry with Benson. I sure hope they don't try to revive that romance, I'm so sick of Benson's revolving door of law enforcement boyfriends who she dates for a few months then moves on to another, it adds nothing and has gotten old.
The photo Julie Martin tweeted of the script for "Gone Fishin'" shows Brian Cassidy's name (it can be read through the front page of the script).
Dean Winters also posted a photo of himself on set (but has since deleted the photo). While the photo could have been of Dean visiting (as Dean, NOT as Brian), the photo in combination with the script is pretty good evidence that he's back for at least one episode.
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Nico Tortorella on The View:
QuoteNico Tortorella on Access Hollywood:
Sutton Foster on Stephen Colbert:
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It appears that Brian Cassidy is back (at least for the first episode). We don't yet know WHY or in what capacity he's back, though. Any theories?
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6 hours ago, 25thID said:
I was just thinking about this last night while trying to sleep- the episode this past season got me thinking about it. I think it was "Rape Interrupted" where the victim and perp were both intoxicated, and the perps dad was trying to get him off. It seemed like this was going to (or could be) a gray case, since both parties couldn't consent/weren't capable of consenting. The writers wussed out, and had the perp admit that he knew the victim was passed out.
I would have liked to have seen the case be gray- since both parties were intoxicated (therefore neither could really be held TOO accountable...and no, I'm not trying to defend the perp), it would have been interesting to see how it played out. Since the victim had passed out, yeah, it was way wrong to continue "the deed," how accountable is the perp? Again, I'm not trying to defend him, but, he was also intoxicated, and was not of sound mind. It kind of pissed me off that he admitted it and seemed to be sober enough to know better (again, I'm not defending him by any means). It would have been an interesting defense and issue- can the perp be held accountable (and to what degree) if he/she was drunk, but not too drunk to perform; are they still totally to be held liable? Yeah, they committed a crime, but, if a drunk person can't consent to having sex, shouldn't it work both ways?
I guess what I'm getting at is: we can have St. Benson be her usual preachy pious self with the whole "All men are rapists, all women are victims, all sex is rape" and maybe have someone perhaps bring up the point that both parties were unable to consent:; I think that it's a bit different than a sober person seeing a passed out drunk person then raping them. Also, I think that it could put a damper on people who may be in a relationship (or even going to a bar/club to look for a drunken one night stand) where both people might want to have drinks and have consensual sex. I guess I'm just kind of wondering: if both parties are drunk, is it still rape?
P.S. I guess intent has a lot to do with it, as in: purposely getting someone drunk to take advantage of them, or keeping track of a drunk person with the sole intention of having an "easy mark/sure thing." But, if both parties are drinking together and are both into each other, where does consent stop? I just think it would be an interesting idea to have it a gray area, because I think that's a little more "real life." I'd like to see it come down to how the jury finds it, instead of every case being a slam dunk for the SVU crew- it'd be more realistic, and make the audience think and debate.
That episode was based on the Brock Turner case (a REAL case). What that survivor went through was horrific, from the actual assault to the way she was treated by the police, the justice system, and many members of society.
The victim in both the real case and the SVU episode was unconscious, not just drunk. The rapist was drunk but definitely conscious. Either way, though, the rapist IS accountable, even if he/she is intoxicated. I whole-heartedly believe that it DOES NOT "work both ways" if both parties are intoxicated; exerting power over someone is assault. Alcohol is not an excuse. Drugs are not an excuse. Rape is rape if power is taken away from someone.
In MOST states, a person can withdraw consent at any time. Therefore, even if things begin as consensual sex, but one party says "stop," the other party MUST stop. Otherwise, it is sexual assault/rape. However, the one party must make it clear that he/she is saying "no" or "stop."
SVU is a sanctuary for many survivors because most of the victims in SVU cases get justice. That is NOT the way it happens in "real life." In "real life," survivors are often treated as the guilty party. In what other crime must the victim prove that he/she didn't want the crime committed against him/her? The questions asked of survivors are often intrusive, accusatory, dismissive, and judgemental. Here is a small sampling of the types of questions often asked of survivors:
- What were you wearing?
- Don't you think your clothing may have been suggestive?
- Were you drinking? How much?
- How much do you normally drink?
- Why did you accept an open drink? Don't you know drugs can be put into open drinks?
- Did you tell him/her you didn't want this?
- How many sexual partners have you had?
- Do you enjoy having sex at knifepoint?
- Do you enjoy having sex in public?
- Did you ask him/her not to beat your head against the sidewalk/kitchen floor/bathroom floor?
- Did you scream? Why did you stop screaming?
- Why did you freeze?
- Why did you only scratch him/her a few times?
- He/she didn't have a gun. Couldn't you have gotten away if you wanted to?
- You only said no a dozen times? Maybe it wasn't clear to him/her that you were saying no.
- Were you flirting with him/her earlier in the evening?
- Didn't you willingly get into his/her vehicle?
- Do you normally walk down that street? Didn't you know that is a dangerous area?
- He wore a condom, which takes time to put on, so you had time to get away, right?
- Why did it take you so long (hours, days, weeks, months, years) to report this?
- Your rape kit had semen samples from two men. Who else are you sleeping with?
These questions are asked over and over and over again. Just try to imagine what it's like to be assaulted and then to be victimized AGAIN by the police, attorneys, and/or judges. It is truly beyond imagination. Because the fictional survivors are usually not asked those types of questions on SVU (yes, some of the defense attorneys do ask such questions, but the "reality" of the questions being asked relentlessly isn't shown), survivors often find solace/catharsis in seeing the victims in SVU cases get justice. It is an escape from reality. Therefore, many survivors find it comforting that Olivia treats survivors with respect and fights for their rights.
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15 hours ago, txhorns79 said:
I thought it was stretching credibility for Diana to go shopping for anything at JCPenney.
I thought JC Penney was her choice because:
1) It might be close to either the office or her apartment, so it was convenient.
2) JC Penney is cheap, so she wouldn't be spending much money just for the book party.
3) JC Penney is the opposite of her "elegant" style, so it was more "hygge."
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"Frisky Business" was hilarious, with Candace living in Jill and Andy's apartment, Lex and Brooke dealing with having to "cut down" to not having a yacht or 7-days-a-week "staff," and Andy struggling with accepting that Hazel is growing up. Funny stuff!
I'm curious how else the fall out from the Madoff-like scandal will materialize throughout this season.
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48 minutes ago, kariyaki said:
If Charles knows, he could have found out without having Liza "investigated." As we've seen with Thad and that book lady, it doesn't take much digging to unravel Liza's lies. It's not that intricate of a web. A little extra Googling and that'll do it.
He EASILY could have seen her birthdate on her bracelet in "What's Up Dock?"
But I agree that it seems weird that he hasn't said anything to her.
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I LOVED the season 4 premiere! I am strongly #TeamCharles, so I loved the scenes with Liza and Charles.
A literature nerd (such as myself) would probably go ga-ga over memorabilia related to literary giants, such as Hemingway. Charles and Liza are both literature nerds, as well, so they'd likely be impressed with such memorabilia, as well. Personally, I would be more excited about memorabilia from Keats, Longfellow, Poe, Plath, Woolf, Faulkner, Twain, Fitzgerald, Steinbeck, and Lee, but I would still be impressed with Hemingway memorabilia.
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23 hours ago, Atlanta said:
Is Liza's roommate (the character's name skips my memory) making a move on Kelsey in the trailer?
Maggie. :)
I don't think that's Kelsey. The hair is too short and earrings wrong. I think...
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On 11/30/2016 at 2:40 PM, dubbel zout said:
Brush with fame: This morning I was in the middle of Broadway trying to spot a bus, and when I walked back to the bus stop, I nearly crashed into Peter Herrmann. He was coming back from the gym. Even in baggy workout clothes and dorky glasses, he's very handsome. Amusingly (to me), he seems shorter in person. But then, I'm 6'.
I'm jealous! I adore Peter Hermann. By the way, he's 6'5" so he's quite tall (maybe not to someone who's 6 feet, though).
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I am strongly #TeamCharles, so I hope there's more of him this season.
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On 5/21/2015 at 7:58 AM, ElectricBoogaloo said:
David: Tolstoy before 9am. Hasn't anyone told you about the New York Post?
Liza: I skip all the boring parts about collective farming and go straight for the soap opera of Anna having the affair. It's like Real Housewives of St. Petersburg with dense Russian prose.That should be Charles and Liza, not David and Liza. :)
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Jennifer Westfeldt is going to play Charles's ex-wife. http://deadline.com/2017/05/younger-jennifer-westfeldt-cast-recurring-tv-land-series-sutton-foster-1202095859/
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SVU is back! Kevin and Brendan did a phenomenal job with this episode. The real Benson was back, some of the lines were vomit-inducing (but in a good way!), and the plot was interesting. This was one of the best episodes of the season.
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S20.E14: Part 33
in Law & Order: SVU
I get it that Stone was the lead on Chicago Justice, but it is still weird that the writers are so infatuated with him that they felt it would be appropriate to make so many episodes of SVU so focused on Stone.
Fin has been a character on the show for 19 years, yet we know very little about him, and very few episodes have been focused on him. Rollins has been a character for 7 years, and Carisi for over 5 years, yet they haven't been the focus of as many episodes as Stone has in the nanosecond of time he's been on the show.
Again, I have nothing against Peter Winchester; I'm just completely annoyed by his character, who thus far is quite unlikeable.