Melissa is up next and the Gregster grabs his handy dandy Polaroid to see how she does in front of the camera. I bet he does this all the time to unsuspecting teenage girls in New Jersey Malls. You know, 'I'm an agent from Wilhelmina models.' 'I can make you famous.' 'Lets see how you do in front of the camera.' ' Meet me at this warehouse at midnight.' It's almost enough for a full Law and Order episode. While Cheng's taking his pictures, the little General asks if Melissa isn't trying to be too sexy and all the agents agree. Melissa protests that she's really not trying to be sexy. But, the General has his Greek chorus to back him up and tells her that it's apparent to everybody else. Melissa shows her age by choosing not to argue the point and, instead, simply says, "Okay" and "Thank you" before returning to the waiting room and breaking down in tears. That's two for two that they've broken. I wonder if these people are nice on their days off.
Karin comes in next and Alpha Greg looks disapproving as he tells her that his first impression of her is that she looks sad. Karin, sticking with her theme of complete honesty and sincerity, asks, "Can I say something really honest?" Oh, yes, definitely, they all tell her. Karin explains that at the casting she was worried that she and her mullet were there for comic relief. But, now, she's beginning to feel like she belongs there. And, just as I was thinking that the Wilhelmina group was completely heartless, the General confirms that she's beautiful. AAWW. I have to say that, despite her overt penchant for honesty, I like Karin.
Either the agents have been prepped on the women's weak spots or the Gregster just gets lucky when he asks Kathy, the ambivalent mom, if she's prepared to live in New York and be a New York model. Kathy tells the agents that she would love to be a New York model but it would be a huge step for her because she told her kids that after the competition life would go back to being the same. So, either she's assuming that she's not going to win or she's possibly the most naive person on the face of the earth. The Gregster is not impressed and snaps, "We need a model who's ready to make money."
Hope is next and they ask her to state her height. After a long pause, she admits to 5'5", adding quickly that she stays in heels all the time and she thinks that for her height she has very long legs. Paula is asked to state her measurements out loud. Stumped, she admits, "that's a very good question." And, while she's having her breakdown outside, we get a quick montage of several of the other women not knowing their measurements before we flash back to Paula bending over and wailing that, "They are fierce. You have to know you...know you."
Roxanne is last of our ladies to go before the panel and she rocks the go-see. The General comments that he's really happy that Roxanne didn't come in all "actery" and, just in case she missed it at the casting, when he calls her "actery" it isn't a compliment. It is, in fact, an insult. The General likes her. The agents like her. Roxanne agrees that the General and the agents should like her and she dances back into the waiting room of broken women singing, "They don't think I'm acting anymore." There's nothing like rubbing people's faces in your success. None of the other ladies are sending warm and fuzzy looks her way. Melissa tells the camera that Roxanne has an overconfidence issue. I don't know if it's an overconfidence issue, but she does irritate the crap out of me. I'm guessing that some well-meaning person told her that she was special one too many times when she was growing up.
I'm sorry but I hate people that yoga in public.
The agents compare notes on the contestants and the Gregster leads the rundown: Paula has no confidence but she has the looks; Tanya needs work but she's beautiful; Melissa has potential; Hope's too short; and, if Bahia can light up, she's gorgeous. The General, apparently ready for a nap, wraps it up with a pithy "The games afoot, as we like to say."
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Comments (15)
I think Bahia is shorter (or at least same height) as Hope. They both had heels on and Bahia looked shorter. Judges never comment on that.
1 of 15 | Posted by chachi | Posted on June 16, 2008 8:21 AM
Doubt I'll ever watch, but loved your recap. The gallery of make-overs really helped me connect names with faces (I wish every recap had one).
I think the loony, I victim, woman will last a long time, just because she adds so much drama.
Thanks!
2 of 15 | Posted by fire@will | Posted on June 16, 2008 8:28 AM
Great recap, Yenta! I just luurrve this show.
Yep, Sharon was my fav too - Im thinking now that she's gone, the house has lost its only sane person.
I LOL'd at the yoga caption - if I was Sharon I would have said, "'cuse me but can you keep your cooter outta my face? Thanks, doll."
3 of 15 | Posted by lexxi1129 | Posted on June 16, 2008 10:15 AM
"Then, displaying an unusual level of sophistication and good sportsmanship, Sharon moons them in the elevator."
I love the recap. I just wanted to point out that it was Paula that was doing the mooning. :P I went back to check.
4 of 15 | Posted by syrill | Posted on June 16, 2008 12:05 PM
Great recap so far!
"Then, displaying an unusual level of sophistication and good sportsmanship, Sharon moons them in the elevator."
I just wanted to point out that it was actually Paula doing the mooning. I even went back to check. Haha.
5 of 15 | Posted by syrill | Posted on June 16, 2008 12:06 PM
Whoops. Sorry. The first comment didn't show up when I checked. XD
6 of 15 | Posted by syrill | Posted on June 16, 2008 12:07 PM
grrrrrrrrr my 2 faves booted in one episode :( I have the same problem as you Yenta- my picks always go home. I should start rooting for Paula- then maybe we'd have a chance to get rid of her.
In real life though, I'm feeling like I might jump on the Bahia bandwagon. I'm just not sure who I like now though, I'm soooo lost w/ out my grandma Sharon and Soccer mom. :(
7 of 15 | Posted by TVKITTY | Posted on June 16, 2008 12:39 PM
I totally agree with Paula--there is too much judgement placed on appearances in our society and I don't want to be judged that way...that's why I choose to NOT take part in a show based totally on physical appearance!!!! Jeez, Paula, the show is named "She's Got the Look", and you want sympathy that the show is judging you on your looks? If you got a story to tell, Paula, go on Dr. Phil.
8 of 15 | Posted by lagitha | Posted on June 16, 2008 12:50 PM
I think Hope is a hoot, and I think she'll make it to the end just for that, I really like her, she's gorgeous and genuine, but we all know not the winner. Of all the bodies, Paula's was the best . . . . but Sharon is crazy smooth for a woman her age--very impressed, and will miss her, I too thought she might take it, and if nothing else, that woman rocks inner beauty for days . . . did anyone check out the diaries on line, or debut interviews . . . whatever they were, it showed Sharon making jewelry at home, and she's just a doll. Karin was super cool too--she started playing bass in a band at 39--too cool, and her interview in the teaser about being comic relief intrigued me . . . she should be fun to watch. Bahia does look short, but could be the winner fer sure--loved her snort at the life's pain segment--me thinks she's seen a few things in her day too! Surprised they got rid of 2, but I suspect Kathy begged to go . . she talked to her kids and got the feeling they were "happy" to be rid of her overbearingness, and her instinct was to get back asap and continue her suffocation . . . sorry if that's harsh, but puhleeese-- a contract at 3 years old . . . for attention . . . is it me!? I wish those kids luck, and I hope they are good to ol' Kathy, she was a nice lady, just needy!
Loved the false eyelashes . . . not sure they'll be able to bring her around, Paula bored me with her mumbling and whatever, she's hot and she rocked the shoot, so what's the prob, babe!?
Greyhound!!! Too funny Yenta--really enjoying the recaps!!!!!
9 of 15 | Posted by juddfan | Posted on June 16, 2008 1:52 PM
Good point Juddfan - I hadn't thought of Kathy begging to go home, but I bet you're right. "continue her suffocation" - pretty funny.
Great recaps! Wish I could keep their names straight.
10 of 15 | Posted by Clair | Posted on June 16, 2008 5:41 PM
Hey Guys:
chachi: I went back and looked at some of the pictures of them and, OMG, I think you're right. I wonder if that means Bahia is a shoe-in?
Fire@will: Hey there!! I'll try to remember to do a running picture gallery for you : )
Syrill: I can't believe I mixed their names up. I owe Sharon an apology. Thanks for the catch.
TVKitty: I feel your pain. With Sharon gone, I'm down to Hope and Karin. Of course, that probably means that they're going to be eliminated this week.
Lagitha: I would so love to see Dr. Phil make a guest counseling appearance.
Juddfan: I loved the video of Sharon at home too!! And Karin's base playing won me over as well : ) I was thinking that Kathy was so miserable that they offered for her to go home with the back up plan that Karin or Hope would go if she didn't. I like your idea better because it would make Hope and Karin seem a little safer.
Clair: I'm having the same problem with the names--Oy!! it will get easier after a few more go home.
Thanks for taking the time to read and post. You guys make my day.
Hugs,
Yenta
11 of 15 | Posted by yentapatrol | Posted on June 16, 2008 6:57 PM
thanks for the shout out in the recap!
12 of 15 | Posted by intense | Posted on June 16, 2008 8:50 PM
Thanks Yenta, nice of you to come back and chat!!! Glad you like the idea, we'll see how it goes--there is one of those upcoming scenes things that shows a few episodes in, and I think I saw Bahia and Hope and Karin in them all, probably Roxanne too . . . Celeste is the one name I saw and said, WHOOO!!!??? Took me a minute, should we name her crazy pants! LOL!!!!
13 of 15 | Posted by juddfan | Posted on June 17, 2008 2:30 PM
Is it just me, or is Tanya on the wrong reality show? She should totally be on "Real Housewives of Orange County". And, I'm sorry, but her makeover gave her anchorwoman helmet hair.
There is something about Melissa...I think you got it right, Yenta...no matter what they do with her hair she will always look 80's....think Christie Brinkley and Kim Alexis (when she wasn't frozen). That 1984 California girl-next-door look. Not a bad look to have, but certainly not fresh.
I was sorry to see Sharon go, but I am digging on Bahia. I enjoy the loner emo-kid grown up vibe...like she's the only one amongst them capable of a reality check.
14 of 15 | Posted by marishka | Posted on June 18, 2008 9:19 AM
Great recap, Yenta! I'm also having some trouble with the names and I'm so upset my Granny is gone!!
Sharon rocked and was, hands down, my favorite!! Now I'm pulling for Bahia for the win!
That Melissa chick reminds me of someone from the early 90's versus straight 80's and I tell you it's her face...so good luck with that one, honey! I do think she's very attractive but definitely not "fresh" as marishka pointed out.
Can't wait to see how this all plays out and if pouty Paula will strike again (you know she will so she can get plenty of "face time" in front of the camera)!!
15 of 15 | Posted by smolls | Posted on June 18, 2008 1:47 PM