EastEnders' Bea Pollard has executed a Gone Girl-style plan by framing Billy Mitchell for her own murder. However, while the police are already hunting for Billy, fans have identified a critical flaw that could bring the entire scheme crashing down.
Bea's Psychotic Rage and the Tussle
During Thursday's episode, Billy (Perry Fenwick) confronted Bea (Ronni Ancona) over her manipulation of his family. When Bea learned that her friend Honey Mitchell (Emma Barton) had gone to speak with an old housemate about her, Bea flew into a psychotic rage, screaming, "It's not fair." A tussle ensued, during which Bea cut her hand. As she ranted about how "bad things should happen to bad people," Billy decided to leave, stating that "the Old Bill" could deal with Bea.
The Frame-Up: Red Gravy and a Faked Attack
Unwilling to let go of Honey, Bea smeared red gravy over the fridge, trashed the living room, and called the police. While on the phone, she pretended to be under attack by Billy. When Honey returned home, Bea had vanished, and the police were searching for Billy. Honey quickly deduced that Bea was attempting to frame Billy for her own murder.
Fans Spot the Gravy Problem
But fans are skeptical that Bea will get away with it for long, pointing out that the police should be able to distinguish the 'blood' on the wall as gravy. "Surely someone will realise the ‘blood’ is a red gravy," one fan commented. Another quipped, "Can just imagine the Forensic Department pulling the Inspector aside and, in a prank, licking the 'blood'." A third fan noted that the responding officers on Thursday were "response officers" not conducting a full crime scene analysis, but predicted the police would realize it was gravy on Monday.
Some fans suggested that the cut on Bea's hand might complicate matters, as real blood could be mixed with the gravy. However, most agreed that Bea would likely be caught, especially since Honey has already seen through her evil ways.
Honey's Perspective and Actor Insights
Emma Barton, who plays Honey, has teased that her character will face some "worst-case scenario" scenes but has defended Ronni Ancona's portrayal of Bea. "I think Honey feels that Bea is really misunderstood, and I think Honey can relate to that," Barton said. "They say love is blind, and she cares for her friend, and she makes excuses for her behaviour."
Barton praised working with Ancona, stating, "It’s brilliant. I couldn’t have wished to be working with anyone else on this story. When the cameras stop rolling, we have such a giggle, but it’s been a dream, and I’ve loved every minute of it."
