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James R Searcy's
Opinion
June 19, 2006
Jack Abbott: Could it be that Y&R is transitioning into new horizons? Jack
and Brad have been on there quite a while but with current storylines on
them respectively, it could build up for their departure as new blood is
lingering in the wings. Of course I should include Victor in the lineup.
These 3 stalwart veterans have done well for
Y&R but maybe the time is right to make a few changes. With that
said........
(1) Jack Abbott: The current storylines show Jack treading into
unprecedented dark territory. His lifelines thus far has been fighting with
and losing to Victor Newman in the quest of power. Silly Jack - he was never
content with partnering with Victor and
making Jabot its own little superpower. John's only flaw as a father is not
keeping tighter reigns on the spoiled brat of a son. He (Jack) is selfish,
arrogant, jealous, conniving, irresponsible as a father and - oh - let's not
forget (WEEPY) when his butt takes a tumble for his shenanigans. So now he's
on the march again. Surprisingly Phyllis
has been the most grounded I've ever seen him (since he was married to
Nicky) but now that he's been temporarily disempowered, he'll now stoop to
the level of a coyote.....taking advantage of an adversary (Victor) when he
senses injury. If this is the only way Jack views his chances of success,
then he's seen the end of being an exciting character. The one thing that
looks impressive by him right now is that new haircut - though it does
nothing to enhance his image.
(2) Brad......it's almost magical how the present storylines compliment
prologue on this mysterious character who graced the steps of the Abbott
residence many moons ago. His good fortunes in spite of the previous
unexplained past brings us full circle to a possible dead-end of his
existence. Along the way however, this athletic, intelligent and darkly
handsome rascal has sure played the field, "high-sticking" mostly the finest
and wealthiest women of Genoa City (excepting Olivia), much to the chagrin
of his nemesis, Jack Abbott. I suspect the final results of the
investigation into his true identity will prove very sinister...to the
extent we might have to say good-bye to him?? Of course I'm thumbing my chin
on how you will smooth out the disconnect of Victor's current (mental
injury) with this on-going into the investigation of Brad's past (he
previously ordered). The "current" Victor Newman would halt such sneaky
activity of course. I don't believe J.T. has given Victor a report on the
investigation since the mugging incident?? Hmmmm.....................
(3) Victor......so what's the deal? Victor is great but getting old. He's
been the strongest soldier on the show (no doubt). Time to put him to
pasture? He has enough children to carry on at the fort (including Victor
Jr. which you seem to be very hesitant to introduce to the Newman Klan).
Actually, I do NOT like the current Victor - so heal him or kill him off!
What's so frustrating about Y&R at times is that you have so many
potentially good storylines going on at once until a few of them linger out
there far too long. I'm still scratching my head wondering what the hell
happened to you all at the recent Daytime Emmy Awards. We both know the
Guiding Light is a "DOG" of soap opera but they are wielding two dangerously
superior actors Tom Pelphrey (Jonathan) and Gina Tognoni (Dinah)) that
trumped you and all the others this time around. Any answers? All in all, I
say you guys are still the #1 Daytime Show on the air and maybe that's good
enough.
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