Survivor, Pearl Island
HS
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So, who caught the show last night? Interesting twist on an otherwise good show. That Rupert, aka Blackbeard, is a hoot! Pirate indeed. I am looking forward to more antics in the future. Hard to believe that 3 men got naked right off the bat on last night's episode; still didn't win them the immunity idol.
Who else is a survivor junkie like me? Any early on favorites? I like the interaction with team Drake so far, but it is too early to tell.
Who else is a survivor junkie like me? Any early on favorites? I like the interaction with team Drake so far, but it is too early to tell.
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I still think it's funny that the 'teen mentor' talked about stealing, cheating and lying to win...Rupert is hysterical!
This is the only reality show I watch. I tried the Bachelor once, but couldn't stand it. For some reason, seeing people thrown into precarious situations, made to eat various nasty things, or starved to death and otherwise fun interactions with a group of people thrown together is quite a delight to watch.
Check it out, you will be hooked!
So what does my DH do? He puts it on last night and I'm hooked again!! This is the only reality show that I watch, and my dad keeps telling me it will rot my brain out. (This coming from a Benny Hill fan? Very funny.)
Can't wait till next week.
So far, it's way to early for me to have a fave, although I've got to admit that Rupert is a stitch! I thought the guy with the Armani suit was a little too tedious - how many times did he point out that the suit was Armani? I'm also a little skeptical about the cub scout lady, but at least she managed to differentiate herself from the bimbos (can I say that on the Forum?) Tijuana seems like a take-charge type, and certainly capitalized on her knowledge of the native language.
I loved Rupert, but the previews showed him a little off-center. We'll see how long he lasts before he freaks everybody else out. I'm going with the Scout Master to last quite awhile actually. Things usually turn around so many times.
Reality shows are the only things we watch at our house. At least it's strategy and dealing with people, rather than 1/2 hour about sex, like most sit-coms these days.
By the way, any Big Brother fans out there, I'm applying for Big Brother 5. I'll wear my HR T-shirt in the house if they take me. Let's all apply and have a houseful of HR folks. x:-)
I fantasize about applying, but have you noticed the chronologically gifted don't last long? Be sure to let us know if you get on!
I also can't stand the two finalists; of course, usually the dirty players last the longest. Watch them vote for Alison because she "played the most strategic". Remember, they aren't privy to the diary room confessions like we are. She proved she is a real piece of work.
I wish Jack would have won . . . I thought he was great, maybe it was the age thing.
I haven't liked any of the winners since Ethan although I respect the way Brian played the game.
Im concerned that the show has definitely move towards "young and beautiful" contestants rather than a more diverse mix. I think the generational differences have been the most fascinating part to watch.
I love seeing how alliances are formed - especially the unlikely ones. I think its amazing to watch personalities assert themselves. Even a million dollar prize for good behavior isn't compelling enough to make people get along.
The three guys who stripped were idiots. It made no sense whatsoever. I hope Survivor doesn't degenerate into Temptation Island.
Currently, I am debating sending in an application. My only concern is taking my shirt off on national tv and my total lack of any survival skills.
Paul
>taking my shirt off on national tv and my total lack of any survival
>skills.
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>Paul
You'll be in! Apparently noone there that has survival skills, actually 'survives'. Did you ever notice that? Was it last season, the navy (or was it marine?) asian guy who was voted out pretty much right away...was it Dan something?
Guaranteed the 'scout master' woman won't make it long. Can't wait for Thursday's installment.
I agree about Ethan, he was cool. Brian was a snake but he played it just like a salesman...those idiots he was playing with fell for everything hook line and sinker. If they had just rallyed together, they could have overthrown Brian. I could see that he would win no matter what, but that's the game and he played it well. Colby, well he just thinks that he handed the win to Tina, but Tina was more in control is what I think.
This is turning out to be a really good survivor so far. Don't you just feel sorry for Osten? Oh poor him, my body is failing me...blah blah. What's failing him is his mind, he obviously is hating being on the losing team.
I hope Rupie wins, he's the most entertaining of the bunch- +floral skirt, what's not to love?
Nrdgrrl
Did anyone else notice the amount of underwear shown in this episode? I know that they are trying to be realistic but I dont need to see these people's dirty drawers.
I think Rupert is already signing a book deal for his autiobiography" Rupert: A man and his spear!"
The lady who stole the tarp was awesome! The tribe should have tried harder to get her to take something else. They will miss that tarp every night.
Paul in CB
Then their disastrous night next to the shale with all the crabs was a snapshot of how they are handling their adventure. I like Andrew, but as a leader? This tribe is in trouble, and just like any organization, the leadership is where you look first when things aren't working out.
Between Osten and Ryan S, that was a hard decision. Osten wants to go (or says he does) but Ryan hasn't performed well in either challenge. Was what he was doing called swimming? I think Osten has more potential to disrupt the group with attitude than Ryan did with lack of ability.
Andrew is a good example of our tendency to project positive feelings towards attractive people. He is a very handsome guy but his leadership skills are lacking. He started picking on Ryan from the very beginning. As a leader, he should have worked to unite the team.
At tribal council, Andrew promised that the tribe would get their act together "starting tomorrow!" Too late, bub. You got no tribe left.
paul in CB