NOUGHTS and Crosses fans have gone wild for a ‘powerful and relevant’ plaster scene – claiming it perfectly sums up ‘unconscious racism’.
The BBC drama is an adaptation of the acclaimed book by Malorie Blackman and is set in an alternate future where Africa has colonised the UK.
Interracial relationships are forbidden but that doesn't stop privileged cross Sephy (Masali Baduza) from falling in love with working class nought Callum (Jack Rowan).
The series has struck a cord with viewers, but one scene in particular has stood out for most watching at home.
In the scene, Callum cuts his hand on a glass and Sephy gives him a band aid, and it's brown.
Fans loved the subtle way the colour of the band aid highlighted the race issues being raised in the show.
Taking to Twitter, one wrote: "This plaster scene was so powerful! If you know, you know."
Another added: "A black plaster, that's attention to detail right there."
A third agreed, writing: "She put an ebony plaster on his 'nude' finger. This is amazing."
Meanwhile a fourth was equally impressed, writing: "I am really appreciating this 30 mins into episode 1 – the level of detail is fantastic!
"Making me regret not pursuing my dream to be a film set designer. The plaster yes but the hair styles and colours! No straight hair! It’s a real test to unconscious bias!"
However, author Malorie has had to hit back at claims she is 'race-baiting' with her novel and its current adaptation.
She wrote on Twitter:"Btw, to those accusing me of being anti-white or stating I must hate white people to create such a story as Noughts and Crosses, I'm not even going to dignify your absurd nonsense with a response.
"Go take a seat waaaay over there in the cold, dark and bitter haters' corner."
Noughts and Crosses continues tonight at 9pm on BBC One.
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