蜜芽传媒 Scotland - 蜜芽传媒 Scotland - How are our River City residents coping in lockdown?

Anxiety, drama and introspection are the order of the day for these familiar River City Residents.

As fans of River City well know, there is no shortage of drama on the show. In fact every episode is broiling over with suspicion, lies and dark family secrets.

While the current schedule sees us revisit characters and stories from the past, The River City Monologues provide an intimate character portrayal of some of our main character's concerns through lockdown.

This collection of talking heads follows Wee Bob, Stevie, Bernie, Kimberley, Dylan and more, as they reflect on the issues arising through their isolation.

Prepare to be immersed in their Clydeside concerns.

Angus | Monologue

Living with Bob, Kim and Mackenzie is making Angus wonder about what his own future holds.

Having moved in with his "besties" Bob, Kim and Mackenzie, Angus takes a moment to examine his feelings towards Kim, look back on his other failed romantic relationships, and wonder what the future might have in store for him.

"I'm going try just being on my own, stop pining over wummin and learn to love just being me..."

Eve | Monologue

Eve shares her experiences of working as a doctor on the frontline during the pandemic.

Resident Doctor, Eve, reflects on her experiences of working through the Covid-19 crisis and comes to terms with the reality of the pandemic, and notices the effects on her patients, as well as her family.

“How do you even begin to un-see these things?”

Bernie | Monologue |

"Who could have imaged that we鈥檇 have to be living like this?"

Following a day in the life of longstanding resident of Shieldinch, Bernie (played by Barbara Rafferty) as she shares her tips for getting through daily lockdown life, emphasising the importance of achieving realistic goals.

"... like getting out yer jammies by the time This Morning's coming on, or sticking a comb through your hair in time for Bradley Walsh to make you all hot and sweaty during the The Chase."

Kim | Monologue

The death of a patient from Covid-19 has made Kim question her own life choices.

In this affecting monologue, River City resident nurse, Kim O'Hara (played by Frances Thorburn) reflects on her past and future struggles and concerns, while coming to terms with the death of one of her close patients, from Covid-19. However, a surprise birthday message gives her pause for thought:

"...I guess she didn't have a perfect life after all eh? Just a good one...and that's enough!"

Bob | Monologue

鈥淪he鈥檚 scared... She鈥檚 seen families devastated by this virus first-hand.鈥�

Loveable and loyal Bob O'Hara (played by Stephen Purden) moves on from his life as "shell suit Bob" and shares his diary of life living in lockdown with his ex partner Kim and child Mackenzie.

This touching monologue sees him come to terms with his parental responsibilities and share his fears for what covid-19 could mean for the future of his family.

"Maybe when this is over, we can go sit in the park, or go to the beach or go on holiday, as a family..."

Dylan | Monologue

Dylan has realised he has to make a big change in his life.

Happy go lucky, Dylan Christie (played by Sean Connor) looks back on his relationship with his mother, his failed medical career and contemplates on the death of his elderly friend Arthur. The ninety-four year old meals on wheels cancer patient, propels Dylan to face his fears for the future, and take control over his life:

"... Naeb'dy likes the class clown, once they stop being funny!"

Stevie II | Monologue

"I need to know who I am."

Bob's brother Stevie O'Hara (played by Iain Robertson) addresses the conflict that he feels towards his mother, Scarlett and her lack of protection for him as a child.

In this emotional dialogue he expresses his need to be free of the secrets she keeps, culminating in his yearning to know who his father really is.

"I need to know who I am."

Stevie | Monologue

Stevie's got something to get off his chest.

In the first of these monologues Stevie O'Hara (played by Iain Robertson) adapts to lockdown life and escapes to his cabin in the woods, where he reflects on the covid-19 crisis and navigating a difficult relationship with his mother Scarlett.

He reflects on a life overshadowed by his mother's secrets and his need to find out the truth.

"It's always my maw, and it's always been the same thing...her secrets!"

蜜芽传媒 Scotland River City

蜜芽传媒 Scotland鈥檚 flagship drama. following the lives and loves of the residents of Shieldinch, a fictional suburb of Glasgow.