I'm new to this and am sorry if someone has mentioned this already, but does anyone think that Marlon was so mean to Moira because he secretly fancies her because she reminds him of Tricia?

cicero44:

I'm new to this and am sorry if someone has mentioned this already, but does anyone think that Marlon was so mean to Moira because he secretly fancies her because she reminds him of Tricia?

I think it is because she started to encrouch on his territory (kitchen) and he feels his job is all he has left in his life.

nemisis:

cicero44:

I'm new to this and am sorry if someone has mentioned this already, but does anyone think that Marlon was so mean to Moira because he secretly fancies her because she reminds him of Tricia?

I think it is because she started to encrouch on his territory (kitchen) and he feels his job is all he has left in his life.

I think I mentioned this on another thread, I felt sorry for him last night, I guess we know what is in that letter from Donna.

Also on another thread, a few weeks ago,  the question was asked as to whether these two fancied each other, and I was one of those who implied that the theory was off the mark. After last night I now think that I see some kind of possible spark here, am I alone? I hope that they don't end up having an affair, as that would seem to be very unrealistic as Moira and John seem happy and stable, and it certainly wouldn't do Marlon any good, or indeed ring true. After what Donna has done to him I imagine that it would seem very wrong indeed for him to go off and do the same to another couple. Discuss -

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Also on another thread, a few weeks ago,  the question was asked as to whether these two fancied each other, and I was one of those who implied that the theory was off the mark. After last night I now think that I see some kind of possible spark here, am I alone? I hope that they don't end up having an affair, as that would seem to be very unrealistic as Moira and John seem happy and stable, and it certainly wouldn't do Marlon any good, or indeed ring true. After what Donna has done to him I imagine that it would seem very wrong indeed for him to go off and do the same to another couple. Discuss -

Problem there is being soapland they don't allow happy couples/families to be happy for long.  Marlon may develop feelings for Moria as she is being so understanding and actually listening to him, but whether she will feel the same is debatable.  One question why does Marlon have to file for divorce? 

the only thing I can think of is that she has no grounds for divorce as she was the one who had the affair and left. I'm just guessing here because I really have no clue.

I agree that Marlon may well develop feelings for Moira - he is in quite a vulnerable state and she is being so understanding. Hopefully nothing will come of his feelings and he won't be made to feel even more upset. As for why he has to file for divorce - well, she did commit adultery and he didn't; other options are desertion by her after two years with his consent (five years without) and unreasonable behaviour. But I agree - why should he just go along with this desire of hers?

I got the feeling that Moira was almost mothering Marlon.  I don't know if, in his state of extreme vulnerability, he will misinterpret the hug of comfort and the attention, but I don't think he will. And I hope that if he does become attracted to her, he has the good sense to see that his feelings will never be reciprocated  -  A woman who is married to John Barton is not going to develop an uncontrollable passion for Marlon Dingle.  Poor Marlon.  Life has not treated him well.  His first wife died so tragically.  His very young second wife was never noted for her morals, even as a school girl  -  Their marriage was doomed from the start. Ideally I could see him with someone like Genny, but that would re-open the whole kissing cousin debate.

 

 I was thinking that Moira was quite a bit older than Marlon (she is such a grown-up) and I was interested to read that Mark Charnock was born in 1968 and Natalie J Robb in 1974.

 

 

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Also on another thread, a few weeks ago,  the question was asked as to whether these two fancied each other, and I was one of those who implied that the theory was off the mark. After last night I now think that I see some kind of possible spark here, am I alone? I hope that they don't end up having an affair, as that would seem to be very unrealistic as Moira and John seem happy and stable, and it certainly wouldn't do Marlon any good, or indeed ring true. After what Donna has done to him I imagine that it would seem very wrong indeed for him to go off and do the same to another couple. Discuss -

 

I'm starting to feel quite worried.  In last nights episode there seemed to be definite empathy beteen M and M. (please tell me I was imagining this) And what are we to read into Moira's remark when asked how she knew so much about divorce settlements  -  have there been problems in the Barton marriage? 

Do they get the actor who plays John Barton for half price if he doesn't talk.  He started off with such a bang but lately he has become a large, mute figure on the sidelines.

herne:

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Also on another thread, a few weeks ago,  the question was asked as to whether these two fancied each other, and I was one of those who implied that the theory was off the mark. After last night I now think that I see some kind of possible spark here, am I alone? I hope that they don't end up having an affair, as that would seem to be very unrealistic as Moira and John seem happy and stable, and it certainly wouldn't do Marlon any good, or indeed ring true. After what Donna has done to him I imagine that it would seem very wrong indeed for him to go off and do the same to another couple. Discuss -

 

I'm starting to feel quite worried.  In last nights episode there seemed to be definite empathy beteen M and M. (please tell me I was imagining this)

 

You see what I mean? You now have the same fears as me I believe

herne:

And what are we to read into Moira's remark when asked how she knew so much about divorce settlements  -  have there been problems in the Barton marriage? 

I noticed that perhaps she or John have been married before?  

frannyp:

herne:

And what are we to read into Moira's remark when asked how she knew so much about divorce settlements  -  have there been problems in the Barton marriage? 

I noticed that perhaps she or John have been married before?  

 

That was my take on those comments too frannyp. I just wonder where all of this is leading. Surely Marlon would have to liquidate his assets in order to pay Donna off, we shall see I suppose.

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frannyp:

herne:

And what are we to read into Moira's remark when asked how she knew so much about divorce settlements  -  have there been problems in the Barton marriage? 

I noticed that perhaps she or John have been married before?  

 

That was my take on those comments too frannyp. I just wonder where all of this is leading. Surely Marlon would have to liquidate his assets in order to pay Donna off, we shall see I suppose.

I can't see Donna wanting the house but she may want Marlon to buy her out (I think they bought it between them).

frannyp:

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frannyp:

herne:

And what are we to read into Moira's remark when asked how she knew so much about divorce settlements  -  have there been problems in the Barton marriage? 

I noticed that perhaps she or John have been married before?  

 

That was my take on those comments too frannyp. I just wonder where all of this is leading. Surely Marlon would have to liquidate his assets in order to pay Donna off, we shall see I suppose.

I can't see Donna wanting the house but she may want Marlon to buy her out (I think they bought it between them).

 

Yeah, that's what I meant. I wonder how he affords a mortgage anyway, I mean pub chefs probably aren't on a massive wage and I don't imagine for a second that Donna sends him a monthly cheque!

Marlon is definitely starting to get infatuated with Moira you could see that from his face last night.  I hope when she twigs she will let him down gently.