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EMMERDALE has received over 350 complaints to Ofcom in just two days as outraged fans criticize the soap's darkest storyline to date.
Viewers have been left in shock over the past few months as the full extent of Celia Daniel’s criminal activities has come to light.
Celia Daniels revealed her true colors in a chilling Emmerdale episodeCredit: ITV
Bear Wolf was compelled to bury his friend Anya in secrecyCredit: ITV
The storyline has included horrifying themes such as the enslavement of vulnerable individuals, the grooming of young teenagers into drug trafficking, and even murder.
However, last week’s episodes, where teenager April Windsor finally confided in her family about her experiences, proved overwhelming for viewers.
Instead of receiving the help she needed to escape the nightmare, the soap depicted Celia threatening her family and orchestrating the attempted murder of April’s boyfriend, Dylan, while they all watched helplessly.
This dark twist has thrown the family into a heartbreaking situation, leading them to be turned away by the police when they sought assistance.
Viewers deemed the scenes so distressing that they inundated the regulator with complaints.
In just two days, episodes aired on December 2 and December 4 garnered 59 and 297 complaints, respectively.
This adds to the hundreds of complaints previously lodged regarding this storyline.
One particular episode depicted April being lured to a hotel room by a predator who intended to assault her.
She bravely fought back in an attempt to escape, ultimately injuring him and leaving him for dead.
In a state of fear, she confided in Ray about the incident, only for him and Celia to manipulate her into believing they would cover up the event and that she had killed the man.
In reality, she had not, but the fear of imprisonment made April even more susceptible to their manipulation.
This controversial storyline is expected to continue for some time and has become the most complained-about plot in soap operas this year.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the reason for the complaints against Emmerdale?
The complaints are primarily due to the show's portrayal of dark themes, including violence, exploitation, and manipulation, particularly in the storyline involving Celia Daniel and April Windsor.
How many complaints has Emmerdale received?
In just two days, Emmerdale received over 350 complaints to Ofcom, with episodes on December 2 and December 4 receiving 59 and 297 complaints respectively.
What are some key elements of the current storyline?
The storyline includes themes of enslavement, grooming of teenagers into drug trafficking, and has even touched upon murder, which has led to significant viewer outrage.
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