ANTM cycle 21 episode 11: "Hey Seoul Sister"

Previously on America’s Next Top Model, the models took on a photoshoot at an abandoned horror-house. When she looked more ghoul than fool, Chantelle was awarded the win. Afterwards, they teamed up with high-fashion glove makers to create an AIDS awareness campaign. The energy on set was infectious, but Raelia couldn’t catch on. But unfortunately, Mirjana played it too safe (sex), and she was eliminated. Now, the seven models will venture to Seoul, Korea. Who will be eliminated tonight?

Now that they’ve gotten to the halfway point in the competition, the models are treated to a journey to Seoul, Korea. “This is the best day of my life,” Lenox exclaims(her rendezvous with a bisexual spider is a close second…)

Adam shares the sentiment. He encourages everyone to bring some beer onto the plane to celebrate. The rest of the models insist that Adam’s drinking is “too over the top” for a “modelling competition”, but the sheer absurdity of this series convinces me otherwise. 

Whether drunk or delirious, these models are a little too happy to be idle on a twelve-hour flight. (There are snakes on that plane!) While Adam is busy spiking copious amounts of banana milk, Lenox has some reservations about Chantelle’s excitement. 

During last week’s panel, Tyra commented that, while her photo was stellar, Chantelle was a little “cold” on set. The judges write it off as getting re-adjusted to the competitive setting, but the other models swear that Chantelle is a mean girl. 

As the models continue to give Chantelle the cold shoulder, things between Shei and Adam heat up. Now that they’re venturing to Asia, Shei wants to “keep it in the family.” She does worry about his drinking, though. She’s worried that sometimes, it borders on inappropriate. 

Why is everyone feigning concern about Adam the Alcoholic? After ten weeks in that madhouse, I’d drink through this pomp and circumstance too. Nevertheless, the models treat Adam like a pariah. In honor of him, I think a new drinking game is in order:

.1 shot for every inch of Will’s heel
.2 shots for everytime Raelia’s lazy eye strays
.Chug for the duration of any Yu Tsai scream

Now that Will has packed all his pumps, Adam is sufficiently smashed. Off to Korea we go!

The moment the models take ground in Seoul, they are greeted by Yu Tsai and Miss Jay. Wanting to celebrate in style, they play a K-Pop song: “Beep Beep” by BtoB. The boy band comes out and teaches them some of the choreography from their music video. 

The models must memorize the moves and dance for an adoring public. In the middle of the gyrating, the models will be photographed for a K-Pop magazine. Judging by the context of these clothes, these pictures will make great album covers:

Lenox, however, is scared of becoming a video vixen. She doesn’t know how to dance and is worried that the crowd will not be pleased. Given that the crowd consists of random Korean children bribed with free BtoB tickets and the chance to laugh at ditzy Americans, I’m sure they’re the least of Lenox’s concerns. 

Shei, Adam, and Keith hit the dancefloor first. While Shei and Keith are able to get the rhythm, Adam has trouble dancing. He’s too tipsy to walk in a straight line; let alone dance in one. He stumbles through the song and attempts to dance on beat. When it’s over, Adam feels bad that he let the team down (quick! Someone put on Brown Eyed Girl! That’ll get him shaking!)

When the next group gets on stage, the crowd is immediately pumping. Raelia manages to keep the glamour amongst the gritty moves, and Keith moves nicely. Will panics into pirouettes instead of the original choreography, but still gets nice shots. Lenox is the only one to struggle against the music. Lenox doesn’t remember some of the moves, but makes up for it with awkward shapes and a very surprised face. How Furonda of her!

In the end, Chantelle, Keith, and Raelia are deemed the best. Even though the competition was “close”, Raelia is declared the winner. 

Back at the house, the models find out their exact challenge scores. Distraught with having a 6 alongside Lenox, Adam decides to wash away the pain with a drink. 

“I think he has a problem,” Raelia confronts Shei, looking her straight in the eyes (and at the toaster. 2 Shots!) Shei, worried about the man, eases Adam away from the bottle. It doesn’t last long; Adam returns to the drink in a few minutes. Contemplating if he’s still “boyfriend material”, Shei decides to focus on the competition instead of Adam. 

Speaking of boyfriends, the next photoshoot is introduced by Yu Tsai as an advert for MCM handbags at the Seoul City Hall. It will be shot by Erik Asla, who has done the last four photoshoots. That’s right, since Gordon Ramsay is Tyra’s boyfriend, he’ll be doing every shot from now on. Paired with Yu Tsai, I’m sure those models are gonna have a blast:

Hell’s Bitchen

Not one to miss an opportunity, Tyra is here to do makeup for all the models and assist in the photography (ErikxTyraxKeith fanfic anyone?)

On set, Will decides to take risks in front of the client. When he takes to jumping, Yu Tsai is ecstatic. He agrees that Will has improved leaps and bounds and impressed the client. Shei also uses the space to her advantage, making interesting shapes. Likewise, Lenox used her prop delicately and fit the innocent mold the brand is looking for.

When Adam staggers onto set, he fails to understand the brief. Even after some help from Tyra, he is unable to beat the buzz. Keith also some obstacles to overcome. After shooting some walking frames, Yu Tsai requests that he jump. With a couple of failed attempts, Yu gets progressively angrier and mocks Keith’s inability to model (chug! chug! chug!)

Raelia is happy to get on set; she’s worn MCM handbags in her youth.Unfortunately, her alluring look is “a little much” for the brand and Tyra suggests being less flirtatious with the camera (and cameraman. Cougars are very protective of their young!)

After some more mediocre frames, they decide to put Raelia on all-fours. But not sexy. They specifically tell Raelia not to be sexy as she straddles the pavement. She manages to get some decent shots but the client is not happy; claiming Raelia’s look is “too sexual” for the brand. You think they’d learn from the last virgin not to plop them on the floor...

Chantelle is the last girl to arrive on set. Before the shoot, Yu Tsai tries to cheer up his “little panda.” Chantelle attempts to educate Yu Tsai on his offensive little pet name but he refuses to listen. Now, we all know Yu Tsai is an asshole (after all, you are what you eat!), but perhaps this tiger can change his stripes.

Anyway, on set, Chantelle takes direction well and tries to conform to the photographer’s wishes. The other models however, note that her “attitude” on set makes her difficult to work with. This sentiment travels over to the house, where the models continue to bash Chantelle.

She may not be here to make friends, but Chantelle doesn’t like feeling attacked. Nevertheless, the other models spend no time calling her a mean girl.

“I wish we could all get along like we used to in week one. I wish I could bake a cake filled with booches and beard weaves and everyone would eat and be happy,”Chantelle sobs. Still, the models make no moves toward warming up to Chantelle.

Chantelle Brown-Young Is A Fugly Slut? 

But these burns don’t faze Chantelle. She is eager to continue on in the competition, and has no qualms about being friendly with the others.

Panel


Kelly loves the "dirtiness" in Lenox's pose and awards her with a 10. Miss Jay thinks there's a "safety" in it and gives a 7. Tyra settles on an 8.



Tyra admires Raelia's commitment on set, but the final photo is lackluster. She gets two 6s and a 7.



Kelly likes that the product is visible and deems Adam an 8. Tyra allows him a 9 and Miss Jay gives a 7.



There are great proportions in this photograph, and the judges agree that Will is dynamic. He gets straight 10s from the trio.



Miss Jay likes the movement in the picture but Kelly insists that the product needs more of the spotlight. Shei is given two 8s and a 7.



Even though Keith had to be coached into the pose, the judges are crazy about his "elongated" structure. The triad gives him straight 10s as well.



Miss Jay gives Chantelle an 8 for the pose. The women are less impressed, citing her attitude on set. Tyra feels like Chantelle needs to lose control (nice plug, Ty!) and gives her a 6 with Kelly.

"Now the judges and I will add up these scores and see who will still be in the running toward becoming America's Next Top Model."

"The model with the best score is..."

KEITH (46.4)
WILL (45.8)
LENOX (39.7)
SHEI (37.9)
ADAM (36.2)

"Chantelle and Raelia, you two have the lowest scores. With a score of 35.8 to 35.4, the girl that will remain in this competition is..."

CHANTELLE

With only six models left, the competition really heats up. Next week, the models will be participating on go-sees and a shoot in theGyeongbokgung Palace. So, until next week!

ANTM c19 episode 11: Teenage Dream

Previously on America’s Next Top Model, the girls were challenged to pose with dolphins to advertise a swimwear line. After being deemed the best, Leila was gifted $3000 worth of bras from Little Her-maids.In a waterfall shoot shot by Tyra Banks, Leila and Kiara rose with the waves. And even though Laura failed to ebb and flow, it was Kristin whose hopes of top modeling evaporated away. Now, only four girls remain. Who will be eliminated tonight?

With the finale in sight, the final four girls take a moment to amble through Montego Bay; suspenseful music playing in the background. As they each cue up their sob stories, the judges’ voices schizophrenically negatively comment on every girl.

After that scene…the girls return to the house where Leila fawns over her “major comeback”. Now that there are only three girls left to beat, Kiara is ready to do anything to get to the “light at the end of the tunnel.” Whether it be perpetuating a lesbonic fling or murdering her competitors; Kiara is determined to win the title!

The L (S)word

Laura, on the other hand, is prepared to go to the other side. She talks to her mother and cries about how “stressful” this competition is. She’s determined not to “crack” but by the hundredth “stressful” that escapes her mouth, I’m not as sure.

After a round of Laura’s “stressful” drinking game, the inebriated models go to bed to prepare for the next day’s challenge (must be an ad for liver failure!)

Two Piece and a (Sea)biscuit

The girls are met by Rob and Yendi Phillips, the 2012 Miss Jamaica World and Universe. As they walk up to the two, the women notice ponds and stables, which immediately intoxicate small-town girl Laura.

She’s “excited” about this challenge because back home, she grew up on a farm. Kiara, on the other hand, never received her 40 acres and mule. Nevertheless, she’s ready to beat Laura on her “own turf”.

Yendi, in the thickest of accents, tells the girls that they will be shooting an advertisement for the Jamaican Tourist Board. After thirty minutes of writing, the girls will shoot their scripts in the water…on horseback.

Leila, upon the news that this challenge will be animal-friendly, freaks out at the thought of getting killed by a horse (or Kiara. Whoever strikes first...) Despite the editor’s feeble attempt to calm Leila, her fear of horses remains.

Equinophobia: fear of bad Photoshop

During the thirty minutes of prep time, the girls write down their thoughts on Jamaica to appease the client. Laura goes first on horseback, her nostalgia boner guiding her through the first two takes. Yendi calls her “natural” and overconfident Laura feels that she has it “in the bag”.

Even though she originally started off strong, Leila began to struggle when the horse went berserk. Satisfied that her country voodoo is succeeding, Laura looks on as Leila tries to pacify the hexed creature.

After Leila “composes” herself, she’s able to give a nice advertisement. Nastasia, on the other hand, was unable to give “confidence” on her first go-around. After some improvisation, she was able to improve on her performance.

Initially, Kiara was nervous about the horse, afraid that it was “too large for her”. Still, she gets on and delivers some great lines. Midway through her take, the horse goes on another rampage and decides to run into the ocean.

Luckily, Kiara handles it with more aggression than Leila, cursing at the horse to stop. After a barrage of insults, the equine submits itself and lets Kiara finish her commercial. If this modeling thing doesn’t work out, Kiara can always get her own show on the National Geographic channel…

The Horse Whisperer ****er

After all four of the girls finish, Rob and Yendi give their critiques. Despite having first takes that were all shades of awful, two girls stood out for incorporating the “right information” in their advertisements. The girl who won the challenge (and will be featured in an advertisement for the Jamaican Tourist Board) is…

KIARA! Apparently, having a “great f***ing time” is Jamaica’s slogan! Laura thinks that Kiara is being “disrespectful” with her celebrations; because making out with Leila is the epitome of disrespect!

Back at the house, Nastasia and Leila are terrified to discover their low challenge score, a 6. Kiara tries to soothe Leila with promises of a “kick ass shoot”. Before Kiara can make any plans to smother the girls in their sleep, out comes a…

TYRA MAIL! “The end is near. I can almost smell it. Be sure to bring your A game to the next shoot, because dreams really do come true. Love, Tyra.”

I Had a Dream

The next day, the girls are taken to the beach where Johnny introduces them to Jez Smith, a photographer and judge of Australia’s Next Top Model. He will be shooting their official Dream Come True advertisements and with Ben Benett (the creator of the fragrance), will be creating the winner’s actual photograph.

During her shoot, Ben thought that Laura was determined to sell the Come in Dream Come True. Ben, however, thought that her bottle clutching was “too sexy”. Combined with her “stressful” backstage confessions, Laura’s advertisements can really be dedicated to heterosexual alcoholics all across the nation.

Raise Your Glass

When Nastasia started her shoot, Ben was hopeful since she “is everything that a model represents”. However, despite “fitting the background perfectly”, Jez feared that he didn’t catch that “magic shot.” One the other hand, Kiara was “comfortable” and exuded a “subtle happiness” during the shoot. Jez was notably pleased by Kiara the most.

Leila also had a good showing at the shoot. She got into her “happy place” and even though she took a “while to warm up”, when she got there, Leila was able to produce a “good atmosphere” for the photos.

After the four girls wrap up the shoot, they receive a Skull Mail:

“Tomorrow you will meet with the judges. Only three of you will continue on in the hopes of becoming America’s Next Top Model.”

Everyone is on edge about the impending panel, but most notably is Nastasia. Having been quiet the whole episode, Nastasia exclaims that she put this competition in “God’s hands” and being eliminated means that he doesn’t want her to pursue this career.

Poor, poor Nastasia. Don’t utter God’s name in the presence of an ANTM camera unless you want to be punished for not proclaiming the true deity of this Earth: TYRA BANKS!

PANEL

"You know our prizes. The winner of America’s Next Top Model will receive a fashion feature in Nylon Magazine, become the face of the fragrance Dream Come True, be offered a contract with NY/LA Models, shoot an advertisement for Smashbox, and receive $100,000.”

"You all know our judges. First, we have PR maven, Kelly Cutrone. Next, we have sexy British male model, Rob Evans. We also have our social media correspondent, Bryanboy."

Side-note: I usually suppress the urge to comment on this man’s existence but, what on Earth is on Bryanboy’s head? Is he trying to (unsuccessfully) seduce Ellen Degeneres? Is he the illegitimate son of Justin Bieber and a mop? I don’t even know…


(N)one Less Lonely Girl

But I digress…



Leila: Kelly calls it a little “ba-bamy” and marks down for being too much of a “sex pot” for the brand. Loving both sex and pot, Rob disagrees, deeming it a “perfect balance” between sensuality and sexuality. Tyra pipes in to comment on the lack of neck and in the end, Leila gets two 8s from the ladies and Rob’s 9.



Kiara: Tyra admires Kiara’s transformation and calls her entire film amazing. Following Tyra’s 8, Rob feels that Kiara is “soft, romantic, and vulnerable” and awards her a 9. Kelly likes the relaxed vibe but doesn’t know if she fits the brand, giving her a 7. The fans adore her image, calling it “from the heart”.



Nastasia: Tyra and Kelly agree that she is the most “commercial” of the four girls and for this shoot, that is the best asset to have. Rob disagrees with the two gals, calling it “weak”. He gives Nastasia a 7 while the two others settle on an 8 and 9.



Laura: Tyra feels that Laura’s image is “too sexy” for the brand and Kelly agrees, comparing it to a “soap opera actress”. Following the womens’ 7s, Rob believes that Laura is “losing her edge” and grants her an 8.

“Now the judges and I will add your scores and when you return, I will announce which one of you will be eliminated.”

“Four beautiful girls stand before me. But I only have 3 photos in my hands. And these three photos represent the three of you who are still in the running toward becoming America’s Next Top Model. The girl with the best score and therefore, best photo is…”

KIARA (39.0)

LEILA (37.1)

“Will Nastasia and Laura please step forward? I only have one photo in my hands. And this photo represents the third finalist that will join Kiara and Leila in a fashion show like we have never experienced before. So, who will join the other two girls in this theatrical production for Amado Haute Couture? With a score of 35.8 to 35.5, the third finalist is...”

LAURA

Being so close to the finale, Nastasia is really “upset” about leaving now. Nevertheless, she has high hopes for the future and is thankful for this experience.

Next week, the final three girls will take on a shoot for Nine West Shoes. At a creepy fashion show, the finalists will walk for Amado Haute Couture. After, during the final judging, the winner will be revealed. So until then, get ready to get scared (but enough about a possible Kiara win.)

Halloqueen III: Season of the Bitch

Who do you think should have gotten best picture? Who do you think should have gotten eliminated? Are you satisfied with the final 3? Who would've been in your ideal finale? Who do you want to become America's Next Top Model? What was your favorite part(s) of the recap? Anything else you wanna say? Leave any and all comments below and for the final time, until next week...

BINTM c8 episode 11: O Canada! Our Home and Native Bland

Previously on Britain & Ireland’s Next Top Model, the girls were shocked to learn that their international destination was Canada. After their first photoshoot with live spiders, the girls took on a hairier challenge: Marie Antoinette. After portraying her for their Revlon ads, Lisa had her cake and ate it too; grabbing both best picture and a ticket to Canada. And while Letitia failed to mix crawlies and carbs in her shoots, it was Roxanne who ultimately got her dreams of model stardom liposuctioned away. Now only 5 girls remain. Who will be eliminated tonight?

After panel, the girls excitedly run back to the house, nervously packing for Canada. What does one pack when expecting a moose stampede? Anyway, after they leave London, the girls giggle and squirm on their way to Toronto (what else can you do on a seven-hour boat ride?)

Tower of Strength

Upon touring through the backwards land of Canada, the girls see strange French highways, marijuana leaves being promoted on national flags, and the many phallic symbols of the Great White North. Whether it’s the penile towers or the drug-filled subliminal messages, I can tell Anita is going to find immense pleasure in Canada.

‘X’ Marks the Pot

Once the girls arrive at the CN Tower, they go inside. The deeper they enter, the more nervous Anita gets (she’s used to being the one entered). At the top of the tower, the girls read their E-Mail.

“Being a model means that you have to cope with any situation. Even at your worst, you must have poise, dignity, class and elegance. Today, you will be challenged to strut your stuff on the edge-walk of the CN Tower, 1,128 feet above the air. Love, Elle.”

Anita immediately has a breakdown over the height (she likes her men short.) After some encouragement from Lisa, Anita lets go of her refusal and does the challenge; worried about “letting herself down”.

One by one, the girls are hooked up and given a line to present at the end of the walk. Anita, however, is once again scared senseless and takes assisted baby steps across the CN Tower. The other girls, however, did the walk much more confidently, hanging by their shoes to the beat of a Lady Gaga song in the background.

The Wedge of Glory

After the “traumatizing” experience, the girls are taken to the Soho Metropolitan hotel, which is said to have housed the most famous of celebrities. After the girls go to their three story penthouse and discover the plethora of goodies, the question remains: who the elle paid for all of this?

All of the girls are ecstatic about this pad, thinking of their future lives as models. Anita, who has finally reverted back to her usual self, slathers up against the beds and offers to pay for the room the only way she knows how, by putting…

The ‘Ho’ In Hotel

After Anita’s lay(away) payment, the girls receive an E-Mail.

“Now it’s time to return to the modeling business. Today will be all ‘aboot’ first impressions when you meet Canada’s leading fashion experts. Love, Elle.”

She’s Just Not That Inuit

The next day, the girls arrive at Elite Model Management, where they are met by Alisha and Matti. They tell the girls that they will be walking and looking over their portfolios.

The two love Lisa’s personality and walk but feel that her pictures leave much to be desired. Risikat on the other hand, exuded versatility in both her photos and walk.

Emma and Anita both failed to impress with their walks but the two feel that they can succeed print modeling. Letitia gives “confidence” to the two.

In the next casting, the girls are shooting cover tries for Fashion Magazine. After they suggested “less petrified” to Anita, she transformed from ‘deer caught in headlights’ to ‘deer caught in headlight’ right before their eyes. Lisa, on the other hand, was praised for her poses. With the background Rihanna music playing and the client praising her skin, I’m sure Lisa will be a great spokesmodel for body washes.

We Found Dove

Letitia, however, failed to convey the brand, giving “too much sex” for the female audience. Emma was heavily praised for her “million dollar smile”. She and Risikat were both deemed “natural” and most fitting to the brand.

At the end of the go-sees, Risikat was awarded the cover of Fashion Magazine and clothes from Pink Tartan. When they returned to the house, the girls also received an:

E-Mail! “You have already experienced the highs of Toronto. Now it’s time for you to experience the falls. Love Elle.”

Niagara Falling

The next day, the girls are driven to their photoshoot’s backdrop, Niagara Falls, where they are met by Whitney Port. She introduces them to the Miss Selfridge client, Yacef.

With only five girls left, the pressure is on at this shoot. Anita manages to impress Whitney, her “biggest critic”. She feels that she didn’t “do the best” but Whitney thinks that she had a “good vibe”.

Letitia also had a great shoot. She gave “variety” and even when a wave of water crashed on her, she remained “natural” in her fierceness. Risikat, on the other hand, had difficulties with the ‘sexy’ brief. With that hideously sheer outfit and her less than excited breasts, Risikat’s not exactly advertising ‘Niagara’:

Viagra Falls

Despite her “great figure”, the photographer had difficulty catching Lisa in her best light. Whitney and Yacef, however, disagree with him, calling her “amazing”. Even though she was the last of the day, Emma kicked all of her nerves once she got on set. Both Whitney and Yacef called her “stronger” than all of the rest.

After the shoot, Whitney announces that the girl with the best performance would get a helicopter ride around Niagara Falls. They announce Lisa as the winner and she chooses Anita to join her. If she had any sense, Anita would ‘accidentally’ fall out of the copter but nevertheless, it was a great experience for the two.

Back at the house, the girls receive an E-Mail about the impending elimination.

PANEL

This week, we have ‘noted’ fashion photographer Nigel Barker joining the judges.




Anita: Even though she had to be given direction, Whitney said that Anita had “it” from the first few frames. “There’s nothing more sexy than control”, says Janet Jackson’s ex-boyfriend. Julian agrees with Nigel, calling her “iridescent”.



Emma: Elle calls her “amazing” and Whitney describes it as a “captured moment”. Tyson calls her “flawless” and Nigel notes that she needs to work on her ‘wow factor’.



Lisa: Even though she’s striking, Nigel and Tyson think she’s “not trying” in the photo. Elle and Whitney believe that she has a great face and needs to work on her body.



Risikat: Whitney needs more “versatility” but Julian wants her in one of his advertisements. Elle and Tyson disagree, calling it “weak”.



Letitia: Julian loves the “London look” but the other judges disagree. Nigel calls her “too sexy” and Elle contemplates whether or not Letitia can “channel” her sex appeal.

“Now the judges and I will deliberate and when you return, I will announce who will be eliminated.”

All of the judges are in unison about Anita’s “vivacity”. Whitney notes her “drastic” improvement and Tyson agrees. Nigel comments on Emma’s lack of personality during panel but can’t debate her presence in photos.

Julian doesn’t know if Lisa is too “off-putting” to women and Elle agrees; worried that her look is too strong. Whitney believes that Risikat is “sliding by” on her looks. The judges are frustrated about Letitia because she can’t focus her sexuality in photos.

“Five beautiful models stand before me. But only four of you will continue on in this competition. The girl with the photo of the week is…”

ANITA

EMMA
LETITIA

“Only Lisa and Risikat remain before me. We believe that only one of you still has a ‘wow factor’. And that girl is…”

LISA

Even though she is “shocked” at leaving at the top 5, she is so grateful for having such a vast experience. She is ready for what’s to come.

Next week, the girls are tested in their fashion knowledge. Apparently, not knowing who Karl Lagerfeld gets Julian upset (stand up for your man, Jules!) During a shoot at the pier, tensions rise as four turns to three. With the finale just in sight, this is an episode you won’t want to miss! So, until next week!

Who do you think should have gotten best picture? Who do you think should have been in the bottom two? Do you agree with the elimination? Who would have you eliminated? Any early faves? What was your favorite part(s) of the recap? Leave any and all comments below and I’ll see you next week!