François Arnaud recently opened up about a notable timeline error in the romantic storyline of his character, Scott Hunter, in the series “Heated Rivalry.” In a sneak peek from an upcoming interview on SiriusXM’s Smith Sisters Live, Arnaud clarified that the breakup between Scott and his boyfriend, Kip Grady, portrayed by Robbie Graham-Kuntz, was not initially intended to occur for three years prior to the pivotal public declaration of love made by Scott.
“The way that we shot it, there was a f–k up in the timeline,” Arnaud stated, acknowledging the confusion that arose during filming. He noted that while many aspects of the story were thoughtfully crafted, the editing process created challenges in transitioning between the two main storylines.
Scott Hunter, the captain of the New York Admirals, faced significant internal struggles regarding his sexual orientation, leading to a breakup with Kip in the third episode. This moment unfolded in parallel to the long-established love story of Montreal Metros’ Shane Hollander and Boston Raiders’ Ilya Rozanov, played by Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie, respectively.
Despite the hiccup in the narrative, Arnaud’s insights suggest a deeper exploration of the characters’ emotional journeys and the complexities involved in portraying such relationships on screen. As viewers look forward to the upcoming episodes, the hope is that these storylines continue to resonate and evolve, allowing for greater connection to the characters’ experiences.