So ridiculous I've actually found myself watching this, and I've NEVER watched any of those bachelor shows, on anything like them. The whole premise of this show is shallowness and greed, so watching the women make fools of themselves (if this is not scripted?) is kind of satisfying. At the same time, there's an element of Animal Planet like watching a bunch of apes compete for the dominant male. We haven't really evolved very far indeed!
shareTOTALLY AGREE. I have never seen an episode of "the Bachelor" or anything else even remotely similar but I've been sucked into this for the very same reasons you just stated. It's definetly a guilty pleasure.
shareI agree with both of you. The pure ridiculousness of the idea peaked my interest. I watched most of the original Joe Millionaire back in 2003 because my mom would watch it, but the premise of this show is just so silly.
The problem is I'm starting to find a few of the girls endearing, so I feel bad for how they allow themselves to be led on like this. I know the relationship won't last even if Matt comes out of this show with one, but I find myself hoping against hope that it lasts for a little while.
I agree with you. There are like three gals I am starting to like. Gals I would like to go on a date with.
shareThe only other show similar to this one that I watched was Joe Millionaire and just because of the deception angle (I still think Joe Millionaire was better, specially because of Paul Hogan; in this one I don't like the butler and the fact that they are using a guy who has similar looks to Prince Harry is underwhelming).
And you are completely right about the Animal Planet feeling while watching it. I'm baffled at what some are willing to do to get the pseudo-Alpha male.
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As they cheer each new datee for being chosen into the bedroom suite, for breakfast, or whatever, all I can think of is the FLDS multiple brides?!!! This is so unrealistic and humiliating, all I can surmise is that it is scripted. No woman in her right mind would agree this this kind if humiliation!
shareYes, it totally gives a polygamist-vibe every time that happens. They are all supposedly competing for one guy, yet they celebrate when someone else gets the "prize"? When Karina was called to join him into his chambers, some of the girls looked way too happy! That's not right, not right at all.
When they were at the pool and in the jacuzzi I also felt that in any moment the party would turn into an orgy. These kind of scenarios are why I've never understood dating shows where one guy or gal is "courted" by too many at once. Besides, it's not likely that people will show their true colors since they are trying to appear to be "princess material" (ROFL if any of them actually believes they would become the love of a prince's life), for example Meghan, her body language and face changes soooooo much when she's with the girls and when "Harry" shows up, 2-faced doesn't begin to explain this phenomenon.
Unfortunately there are many men and women who would do anything (or rather I say, they would give everything) for their 15-minutes of fame.
I preferred a lot more the premise behind BBC's short-lived "Sexy Beast": A girl or a guy will go out on a first "blind date" with 3 different persons (that's a reasonable number, besides, they aren't living and/or fraternizing together); all of them will be wearing make-up and prosthetics to hide their looks, after the first speed date he/she eliminates one and goes on with the other two. Each of the remaining prospects will plan the second date, which will allow them to show their likes and interests. After that, one is eliminated and everyone's real looks are revealed. If they really clicked, there's a new date programmed for them to meet again, but they can choose not to go if they decided not to pursue a relationship with that person. That really felt more authentic (and with a funny twist) for the purpose of finding a suitable partner.
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"I'm not bad. I'm just drawn that way."
- JESSICA RABBIT