![]() ![]() When you have actresses like Dynevor condoning that uncertainty, it blurs the lines even more. Ummmm, consent should never be "murky." That's why there's an issue with consent in the first place, because it continues to be unclear. It's a give and take in a way, like, 'You did this, so I did that,'" She goes on to say: "It's that murky thing in relationships of being in a marriage and what consensual." When Daphne eventually discovers Simon has been lying to her, she forces him to ejaculate inside her while having sex atop him, in a scene that can only constitute as rape.ĭuring interviews, Dynevor told Bustle: "It's where Daphne really finds her power. Simon continues using the "pull out" method each time he and Daphne engage in intercourse, further tricking Daphne into believing his impotence. Simon lies to Daphne about being impotent, knowing how important children are to her. For one, both Daphne and Simon are manipulative and narcissistic. As the series unfolds, you begin noticing problematic characteristics with Daphne, as well as Simon. It's our disregard for those red flags that become an issue.īut that's not the worse part. What "The Undoing" teaches us about ignoring red flags in a relationship Nothing based off lies can ever come to fruition. After all, their relationship was a scheme maneuvered by Simon so Daphne could procure more suitors Daphne and Simon's relationship seemed problematic to begin with. However, the relationship between Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) and the Duke of Hastings, Simon Bassett (Regé-Jean Page) is nonexistent on that list. Now, I won't undermine the series entirely because there are a few storylines one can resonate with. The latest installment of romanticized abuse comes in the form of Netflix's latest drama, Bridgerton. Whether it be full fledged rape, or some form of emotional abuse, Hollywood appears to have a fetish when it comes to toxic relationships, and we as the audience gobble it up with childlike fascination. But hey, she falls in love with him and eventually makes him see the error of his ways so it's all good. Our seemingly strong protagonist was kidnapped by a beast-like creature, imprisoned in his castle and mistreated by him. Don't get me started on Beauty and the Beast. Though the reasoning behind it would be different, it's not outside the realm of possibility for it to be construed that Simon's priorities have become almost as skewed as his father's.Even the fantastical realm of Disney include high levels of toxicity in their films. ![]() Simon would just as much be overlooking the importance of having a full presence in his son's life. That would go double if Simon's absence remained a factor in Bridgerton's future, thus forming a recurring pattern. While that wouldn't be as substantial as the neglect demonstrated by his father - nor as brutally intended - it would nonetheless be a repeat of Simon's upbringing. The marriage season has been shown to last a good few months. Equally, it would be hard to explain away with exposition. As such, Simon's absence from his life will be as keenly felt as his father's absence was felt by him. ![]() No matter how much time would've passed between seasons, Daphne and Simon's child will be extremely young and likely remain with her. With Daphne confirmed to be returning, however, there could be some unintended consequences. After all, it would allow the show to avoid having to pull focus. With things shifting to Anthony Bridgerton (Jonathan Bailey) and his own quest for marriage, having Simon missing from Bridgerton season 2 could be a good narrative decision. Given that, it would be all-but-impossible to imagine him succumbing to his father's ways down the line. Not only did he serve as a loving husband, but he was both present and supportive of Daphne at his son's birth. Simon more than lived up to that as Bridgerton season 1 ended. ![]()
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