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I'm not trying to be disrespectful to anyone that has some major issues with certain aspects of Amira's season however I just want to say from my own perspective that I feel that Kasim as a character is not being treated any worse than anyone else like Dani for instant.

From my point of view, I believe literally all the teens and young adult have problematic points of their characteristics and don't see Kasim being treated any differently.

Because of what I understand of what Kasim is going through due to who he truly is and what he feels, I can totally get the choices he is making even though they aren't the right ones because of having to involve others in with the deceit.

As a issue many go through irrespective of whether it be about religion, or because of people's beliefs in it not being natural, the feelings of being scared and feeling so alone because they are trying to hide it from certain others, it's reflects a real life situation for a lot of people and it doesn't distinguish in terms of race or religion.

Kasim has his flaws but I still appreciate that he is a good person who is clearly troubled and frighten because of what he experiencing.

SkamE also showed Dani's flaws with the kissing with Eva despite that I understood from his behaviour around Amira that he like her. And also the major unresolved issue of his inappropriate and racist joke so not exactly making Dani's character unblemish.

Just because of a lack of poc in SkamE, I don't feel like shouldn't show them any differently to any white characters unless they were deliberately doing so in a provocative and stereotypical way which I don't believe they are.

I'm a poc but not a Muslim however I don't think that validates or invalidate my opinion any more than anyone else on here.

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I was one of the lucky ones to not have read any of the spoilers about this episode and beyond so I'm still being constantly surprised by the development of Amira's season.

I can completely understand the frustration and disappointment that some have for what has been done so far in terms of the possible love interest for Amira and can only feel for those that want the representation of seeing a genuine story of two Muslim characters forming a connection that could down the road lead to a romantic relationship but I can't deny that I am riveted to what SkamE is doing because it is quite different from the OG (which I will always love and value despite it's issues) and the remakes. It's so refreshing for me in watching a Skam remake that has a feel and connection to the OG but has given it a unique twist to the series/season and I for one can't wait to see how it all unfolds no matter where it takes Amira on her journey.

The feelings between Amira and Dani are strong however her faith and belief are more and they are big thing in making her who she is and and values and I think it was so beautiful and honest of her to show and tell him this and not try to hide the importance of it all. My perception is that Amira has a very clear understanding of the difficulties that they will face even though they care for each other so deeply. Speaking to him and letting him understand the things that are important to her in moving into ANY possible romantic relationship shows such a maturity on her part and I can only applaud her for it.

I don't feel like it was her making any demands and believing that he has to abide by her rules but showing him who she is and how her faith impacts her as a person and in her life choices and she was being respectful to both of them in being completely open and honest with him and not hiding her moral principles or delaying this kind of conservation for which they would suffer the consequences later on.

It is so refreshing for me in watching a Skam remake that has a feel and connection to the OG but has given it a unique twist to the series/season and I look forward to seeing how it all unfolds no matter where it takes Amira on her journey for her season because I'm not even sure that the most important thing is for her choosing between Dani or Kasim. As long as it is happiness or contentment and realisation of knowing she in a place where she feels is the right choice for her then all will be good.

I'm going to savour this series/season because it the last and I don't want it to end..

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The concept of this Amira season feels so different from any of the other remakes because of the situation that Amira is in.

Obviously the focus of the love triangle seems to be more about Amira and her having to choose who she thinks of a possibility of a future with rather than her friend being in the way of who she was to be with although SkamE have still given Dani that oh so great moment of the love interest kissing someone else while having feelings for the main/lead character.

Once again I'm going to express my disappointment in SkamE for making these choices with the character of Dani with him not only kissing Eva but then the inappropriate and ill convience joke because it feels like they have make the decision to (slightly) villainize for him to seen as not the choice that Amira should want which was already there with him being a person not of her colour, culture and a non Muslim. They have so many difficulties facing them without the need bring about characteristic for Dani that weren't shown in the previous series/season. Of course the focus is on Amira and her life, they will show more of the people involved however I want to have it be believable in it's narrative and I'm not quite feeling it is.

What I do find interesting is how they are portraying the life and choices of this version in SkamE. When I think of Sana and her counterparts in their main/lead season, their versions of Yousef is someone that they know through their brother giving the impression that he is someone in their culture that understands their life and the challenges of living in a country that your parents did not grow up in and so you are seen as a foreigner even though you were born there. And also the Yousefs are not Muslim as they have lost their faith not because their families aren't Muslim which is why Sana and her counterparts are so shocked to learn of the Yousefs not being practising Muslims.

Amira is clearly very different is that she grew feelings for Dani knowing exactly who is he and it would seem it wasn't a deal breaker for her in terms of liking him and while she may not have ever thought anything was going to happen between them, Amira still continued to like him and want to be near him even in a friend capacity.

Now with the Dani and Eva kissing bringing forward the realisation for both of them that they have feelings towards one another, Amira is now likely to face what all the other Sana have to in that it will work for HER with someone who is not of the same faith as her. And then on top of that, a person who has never faced the difficulties from other people's perception because of not only their religion but also them as a woman wearing a hijab.

Now SkamE could be bringing in Kassim/Kasim as a viable option for her now to choose however I'm not sure that they have enough episodes to build them up to the point where Amira chooses him over Dani. And I feel this simply because of how long she has like Dani and how I can't imagine Amira would quickly let that go for someone who while is a nice person, she still barely knows.

I can more or less see this if they are going down this particular route of Amira and Dani facing up to and acknowledging whether it possible for them to be together. And maybe they both have the realization it can or can't or Amira is the one to know it can't because fundamentaling knowing that their differences are too greatly to overcome for her in them being together as a couple.

I do hope they are going to give themselves enough time to bring out Kassim/Kasim as a fully fledged and well developed yet flawed person so to balance him out as a character.

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It's interesting the parallels between what I feel is happening between Amira and her connections with her non Muslim friends and non Muslim love interest compare to her connections and also understanding of the culture and religion with her Muslim friends and possible love interest but then I also see the parallels in comparing Amira's season to Nora's season and how they split their main love interest into two characters.

It's going to be fascinating to watch this series/season unfold as we see the struggles that Amira will have in trying to fit into a place where she feels is where she wants to and needs to be and how her friends are going to help and hinder her on her journey there but where it will only come from a place of love from them all.

Now I don't know which way SkamE are going to go in terms of who Amira ends up with (or even if she ends up with neither of them) but I am good with it all as long as for Amira it feels organic and true to what Amira feels and wants for herself.

And the ONE thing I really hope that they don't do is go down the well trodden route of tearing down one of the love interest in order to facilitate that the other love interest is CLEARLY the better person to be with.

They have build up the Amira and Dani emotional connection and attachment for the last two series/season so even if they have already decided that they are not meant to be they do it with respect to both the characters and their relationship and friendship which they have developed over the many years. Because it could look like SkamE have kind of started to give Dani the bad traits of the Yousef character by letting him drunkenly kiss Eva which has some already cancel him! And while I find it upsetting and disappointing, I'm not putting blame on anyone on that unfortunate incident because I don't think he realised at the time that Amira reciprocate the same feelings he had towards her. So yes while inappropriate in regards to it being his sister and Amira's friend, he is just a young man living his life, trying to enjoy it.

I feel that now Dani has some awareness of how Amira then of course he is to want to fix the breakdown of their relationship/friendship given how long they have known each other and their emotional attachment to one another and I would expect Cris to do the same as well if Amira was to stop speaking to her and answering Cris's texts. Would anyone think it was inappropriate for Cris to show up at Amira's door? Did anyone think it was inappropriate for Nora to show up at Viri's door when Viri was avoiding them all? I believe that Dani would do this regardless of whether Amira was interested in him in a romantic way or just as a friend because he cares for her and her well being and does not genuinely want to be the one person that causes her any kind of hurt or pain.

If Amira and Dani aren't going to be a couple then fair enough but I hope that their friendship remains intact even if they both come to the sad conclusion that they don't work as a couple. And he can let her go in his heart only wanting her to be happy.

And I say the same for Kassim/Kasim even though he has only just been introduced. I believe he's a good guy as well so hopefully if he and Amira aren't looking towards a relationship in the future that she has gained a new friend.

So like many have said already, I'm Team Amira and her getting HER HAPPINESS

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So the last clips for end of Nora’s (and Viri’s) season were interesting to watch especially in relation to the very first clip of the start of this series/season. ______________ There were some kind of parallels to how Nora and Viri began in what their lives were to what they both were going through and how it was to be for them with the ending of the series. __________ However it wasn’t exactly the same because Viri was holding onto her happiness with Hugo a bit of time before the last clip but Nora did not even in the very first clip with Alejandro. ____________ I love the joy that is radiating from Viri, not just because of her new relationship with Hugo but also because of her finally being able to be honest and open to her friends about her home life and she can see they don’t judge her for it and just want to love her and support her. ________ As for Nora, again I’m glad that she and Alejandro managed to retain their friendship and there was no rushing her back into a relationship with him because it wouldn’t make any sense she would do that given all she went through with Miquel and that she cared that deeply for him that it is still hard for Nora to not want to be with him again. That is so realistic because even when you know someone is bad for you and your whole being, the feelings don’t instantly switch off even realising that they are no good for you. __________ I like that Nora decided to tell her sister the truth about her relationship with Miquel. Having the support of her friends is wonderful but also knowing she can turn to Emma will help the healing process for Nora as she slowly but surely moves on from the damage that Miquel has done to her mind and body. _______________ What ever my opinions that I have voiced about this series (which I will still do for the coming days/weeks!), I’m sad it’s over because Nora still remains my favourite Noora remake version.

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SkamE giving us a lot of content within the last 10 mins. ____________ The contrast between Nora and Viri from the first episode and how their moods are so different. __________ Nora looking so unhappy and feeling so low and debilitated. With Viri, there is happiness and hope because something good is happening to her. _______ However unlike the outer appearance of Viri which is still the same from the first episode, Nora's appearance has change so much since being with Miquel because of the negativity of his effect on her spirit. The brightness of a person is necessary to what clothes they can afford to wear but with what their whole body and being gives out and Viriis radiating joy and happiness about something meaningful to her. All the luxuries that Nora has in the world doesn't stop her from having to go through this. __________ I'll admit even if I didn't understand the exact words that were being said, I got the emotion that was happening between the girls and I did shed a few tears. What an amazing girl squad. 💝💖

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Where Have I Been 😱🤯

I guess I was a fool to think about having a little bit of a social life because I end up miss so bloody much!! ______________ First the Beautiful Sobbe pictures that made me so happy 😍 and to now discover that Virgo/ViriHugo has truly risen and I wasn't here to obsorb it all..💘 _____________ Viri and Hugo, both looking not only gorgeous but also just happy to be together which may be so joyous 😂 ________________ Don't want to offend anyone but this is pretty much the first time in this series/season since the very first clip that I am REALLY looking forward to watching a upcoming scene/s. Viri's clips can't come soon enough 💞

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Complete agree with ALL of this.

I know a lot of us want Amira’s season to just be hers but y’all subplots are inevitable. Every show has them. It’s also the last season as the creators have said multiple times, so we should expect more than one. España has proved they know how to balance the subplots and main plot so I’m not that worried. But I know the second they dare bring up Nora people will scream ‘ugh there she goes taking screen time again’. So can we please not act like we don’t know she’ll most likely end up being the subplot? It’ll be done differently than OG regardless so I don’t think we should freak out if they give us an update on how she’s doing.

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Where the HELL have I been that I've missed the updates from the Beautiful Sobbe 😍😭

Oh good Lord, they look A.M.A.Z.I.N.G and I miss them so much and want a Sander season or even another Robbe season. ________ They just own me. Completely 💕💗💘💓💞

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As painful as that moment was between Nora and Alejandro the one thing that I also got from it was 'hope'. _______ Hope that one day they will be able to reaffirm their connection and it was made to me when Nora said to Alejandro did he not care. She can't completely let go of him even though she is trying to please Miquel by blocking Alejandro. ________ Nora is still wanting to think or believe that she can resume at least her friendship with Alejandro if Miquel will get to trust her which shows that Alejandro is still important to Nora. _________ And I love Alejandro even more not just for noticing that Nora is acting differently but for being so open and honest with her in telling Nora the wonderful impact she has had on him as a person and what it has done for him. The growing change in him is amazing to see because he was was upset when they broke up but being with Nora was still a positive effect on him. And knowing that he cares so much, I truly believe he'll be there to support Nora with her family and friends when she has to move on from Miquel. _________

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It would be great if we could all try to be respectful towards each other in our views or opinions for this SkamE series/season for the character of Nora no matter if we agree or disagree. __________________ Others have the right to be disappointed even if some may perceive it as having possible shallow reasons for what they wanted or expected for this series. There's no mistaking the seriousness of what is be portrayed and the need to show this sort of toxic and manipulative behaviour and how it can affect anyone even those that some would not believe it could happen to given the usual strength of their character. _______________ It just a case of some wanting more of a light and shade balance which clearly this season isn't going to bring because of the subject matter. ______ It's relentless in showing the long and painful effects that can cause a person to withdraw in themselves and become isolated from love ones. __________ What ever our feelings are regarding this Nora season, I would imagine we all just hope by the end that Nora will finally see Miquel for the toxic and manipulative person he is and that she will be moving on from their unhealthy relationship. And if she or her friends manage to tear down him along the way even better but as long as Nora has absolutely no want anything to do with him ever again then that's all that I want for her moving forward.

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Happy thoughts and feelings _______________ Viri's comment while responding to Eva about Hugo. Hopefully the clips that is shown at the weekend will see them sort out any issues and unsure feelings between them. ___________ Utterly heartbreaking moment ______________ I had to pysch myself up to watch the clip KNOWING that Miquel would be in it and it's just so soul crushing to see the debilitating mental state that Miquel has drove Nora into with his disgusting behaviour in getting to control her. I look at Nora and feel she has completely lost her not only her spirit but all of herself being in this toxic relationship. And when I think of OG Noora I believe she of course suffered a lot of trauma going through what she did with Nico but there still moments in that series where she could still stand up for herself and where she got to the point where she could face Nico and tear him down. ____________________ I am in no way criticising Nora and how she is behaving at this horrendous time in her life because her situation is coming from a different point with Miquel being someone she knew from childhood thus trusting in him because of their history while Noora only knew Nico because of him being the brother of William. So even if Nora is not feeling any real happiness at the moment with Miquel, she still trust in what they have because he has manipulated her to now believe that she has to put his happiness before her own because it's more important. So I think that even if Olga was to turn up and talk to Nora and say bad things about Miquel, Nora would likely not believe her any way and Miquel would twist it into Olga wanting to split them up. Because even when Eva was trying to talk to Nora about Miquel and what happen with Jorge, Nora instantly defend Miquel without hesitation. _________________ So I'm of the mind that for Nora to break the cycle of Miquel's manipulation of her, Miquel will have to directly to something unspeakably bad to her for Nora to truly understand and see what relationship she is in and what it has done to her. _________ And given that Nora will be absolutely shattered by Miquel because of their past and her believing in him and trusting him, I am not sure if she will have the strength to go at him for his betrayal. I would love to see it happen however I would definitely understand if she didn't have it in her because she would/will be utterly devastated. _________________ Really the hardest series of ANY Skam to watch but I'm in it to the end to see it through and hope that Nora will be taking the steps she needs with all the support from her family and friends and she recovers from this painful yet life changing period of her life.

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I've re-watch the Viri clip with her and Hugo from Sunday night and I absolutely believe in his sincerity that he likes her.___________ I don't know what it is but if feels there is a need to think the worse of characters with actually little evidence. ______________ Which is kind of sad in this instance given what we've seen and know so far about Hugo and even Dilan and Jorge and I'm going to include Lucas in this as well. ___________ Thinking back on Hugo's journey so far on SkamE, he has been portrayed as nothing but a nice character. Yes he has been seen as been behaving silly when playing around with his friends however when he like Cris and how she wasn't into him in the same way, he didn't act in anyway that I felt was disrespectful because Cris didn't want to be with him. ____________ So I can't see him or Dilan treating Viri like that because not only would it be a character assassination to then both but also Jorge would not actively let them to that and Lucas would not respect them doing something like that and then the girl squad would have them guts for garters and it would damage Hugo and Dilan's friendships with them all. __________ And given how amazing and wonderful both Hugo and Dilan were with Lucas with him coming out to them and in fact I'll include Lucas coming out to Jorge as well, all of them showed what lovely guys they are. _________________ Plus having look at the moment with Hugo ignoring Viri, I notice he has a quick glance at her and the expression on his face is one of hurt in my opinion. And with Viri there also is a flash of hurt on her face but not total surprise that it happen. And if we were to compare it to the NoorHelm scene that happen with William walking pass Noora while she was sitting on the playground as someone on Twitter did, William did the same thing in looking at Noora quickly and then away because she had pulled away from him and told him she needed space. So I'm thinking that there is a big misunderstanding between Viri and Hugo and that he is unsure where he stands with her and if it's Viri's shame of her family and financial situation that is making her pull away from Hugo. _____________ So yeah, I'm NOT giving up on these two until there is an absolute clear reason to IF they were to do the unthinkable which I can't imagine will happen.

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So a clip that I got to watch not even 12 hours ago and re-watched probably over 100 times because I was happy and excited for the upcoming development may end up being tarnished IF the rumours turn out to be true?! Yeah, I'm giving up....😪😫

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💔 Can't believe I was finally totaly joyful because of a clip to discover that moment has already been taken away......I'm just exhausted with the never ending pain and sadness of this season for the two central characters. _______ Of course I blame myself into actually believing for one moment that all the little trouble that Viri and Hugo had in the build up to their kiss would allowed them to move forward into being together and starting a relationship. SILLY ME! 😏 _________ Nothing in this series/season can ever get to the point where it becomes simple for the character/s. _________ So at this point, I can only think that Cris and Joana will be the ones in a happy relationship. I'd love to think that at least Eva and Jorge will get back together if Eva realises she has feelings for him as it seems obvious that Jorge want her back. ____________________ I'm not sure what's going to happen with Virgo/ViriHugo but my love for them will remain and I'm still the biggest stans for Norandro but do think it's best for them to come together (if that's the plan), in the next series as I truly believe that mentally, Nora won't be ready for a new relationship that soon with what Miquel has put her through and how it has made her feel about herself.

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Just been watching the Viri clips and things I notice........ 1st clip - That they are kind of matching in their outfits with white shirt, jumper and jeans 💗 _____________________ 2nd clip - While the kiss is beautiful within itself, the build up makes it so special. How Viri is joking with Hugo when she asks him what he prefers and the beautiful change of expression on her face when he says 'you'. Viri's quite 'me' is said so softly with lace with surprise but Hugo decided he's laying his cards on the table and the expression on his face shows when he again tells her 'you, without the poms and all the other stuff' And now Viri can truly understand that he wants her and wants to be with her and so she lets go of her unsincerity and goes to kiss him. 😍 I love it, and just like Viri and Hugo, I'm all in.💖

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You KNOW you have it real bad for a particular pairing, even when you don't understand the language they speak but you still continue to watch them because you feel their growing connection towards one another and see their wonderful chemistry. 💘 ___________________ I've been wanting them since series 1 so I'm blooming over the moon 🤗💝