Get ready for a heated debate, Bridgerton fans! While Penelope and Colin's slow-burn romance has captured hearts worldwide, some viewers have questioned Luke Newton's portrayal of the charmingly oblivious Colin. But die-hard "Polin" shippers are coming to his defense, praising his subtle acting choices and the undeniable chemistry he shares with co-star Nicola Coughlan.
The internet, as always, is a battlefield of opinions, and Bridgerton Season 3 has sparked its fair share of controversy. While most viewers agree that Nicola Coughlan delivers a captivating performance as the witty and vulnerable Penelope, some have criticized Newton's portrayal of Colin, finding him lacking in passion and intensity.
One passionate fan, however, took to social media to defend Newton's performance, arguing that his subtle acting choices are what make him so compelling.
“I really want to talk about Luke’s acting,” the fan wrote. “I personally think Luke’s portrayal of Colin is beautiful.”
They went on to explain that Newton’s portrayal of Colin’s slow realization of his feelings for Penelope is perfectly in line with the time period and the character's own personality.
"Regarding the building friendship to lover trope: they’ve had 3 seasons of building friendship and it’s also the f*cking 1800s,” the fan pointed out. “Friendship between men and women was very different as you’d never have 'unchaperoned' hangs, so even the little ways that he is so informal with Pen feel like a huge deal.”
The fan went on to praise Newton’s ability to convey a range of emotions through subtle facial expressions and gestures.
"Luke has so much expression in his face, it makes my stomach tighten every time he looks at Pen," they wrote. “You can see every bit of way he’s feeling by the way he clinches and turns his mouth or furrows and raises his brows. He’s so good at subtle and sensitive.”
They pointed to the pivotal carriage scene, where Colin finally confesses his feelings for Penelope, as a prime example of Newton’s skill.
“His eyes watering in the carriage scene while desperately pleading with Pen, like DAMN,” the fan gushed.
“That boy has so much to say with zero words.”
For many fans, the slow-burn romance between Penelope and Colin is what makes them so captivating. Theirs is a relationship built on years of friendship, shared secrets, and a deep understanding of each other’s vulnerabilities.
“This is by far the best pairing love-match,” the fan declared. “It feels like the start of such healthy love.”
As Bridgerton fans know, the road to true love is never smooth, especially in the world of Regency-era romance. While Colin and Penelope might have a solid foundation of friendship, their relationship will undoubtedly face its share of challenges. But with their undeniable chemistry and the passionate support of their fans, perhaps they can overcome any obstacle and find their happily ever after.
One thing's for sure: the "Polin" love story is just getting started, and we can’t wait to see what unfolds.
