![]() ![]() Trinity points out that Jaida and Raja are the only queens who have not been blocked. The focus shifts from kudos to strategy again as the queens discuss their star count and the process of blocking with only a few more challenges ahead of them. Without seeing the final product, it does seem like anyone could win this challenge, which makes for a compelling episode of Drag Race. Shea thinks The Vivienne did very well, Trinity earns praise, Monét is celebrated, and Raja is commended by her fellow queens. They also compliment each other on their performances. The season would work so much better if this mentality could be applied to the judging as well.īack in the workroom, The Vivienne learns some American slang and dances with Jaida. What really makes the episode work is that RuPaul and Bravo never resort to negative critiques, but rather offer constructive suggestions of how to improve the work. Without the standard edit of a queen forgetting lines, it’s difficult to ascertain who will be in the top. Monét, Jaida, and Raja also work tremendously under Bravo’s careful direction. Bravo’s approach really impresses Yvie, in particular. Bravo works with them closely and we actually get to see how the relationship between actor and director can change and improve what is on the page. Despite this, Jinkx adjusts quickly and becomes an ensemble player. ![]() As the three begin, Bravo encourages them to present a more unified performance, which seems to clash with Jinkx’s approach to intensifying her role. This is media corporation synergy as it best with Paramount+ getting to cash in on a Paramount film. Yvie, Jinkx, and Trinity in the respective roles of Regina George, Gretchen, and Karen, are decked out in the Christmas outfits from Mean Girls. Like the Mama Bear in the improv challenge, Shea has the thankless role of the straight woman, the Caddy, but her solid competent work allows the other queens to shine in their zaniness. The Vivienne has RuPaul laughing from the jump and even has to tell him to stop so she can get through the scene. Every time she makes suggestions to the queens, they apply them, and it makes the scene better. They should have given her a Legendary Legend Star. In reality, Bravo turns out to be the MVP of the episode with concise direction and considered critiques. They arrive on set to be greeted by RuPaul and Janicza Bravo, an A-list director known for Zola, surreal short films, and a delightful Instagram. Though Trinity championed fairness, this also felt like good strategy that could hobble Jinkx a little in a challenge that is her forte. Monét gets the part she wants and Jinkx is left with none of the top three roles she wanted. An audition is preformed, which fills The Vivienne with glee, and while Raja, objectively, believes Jinkx should have the part, Trinity is bound by her alliance with Monét. While past seasons of RuPaul’s Drag Race have amplified drama from casting of roles, this goes relatively smoothly until Monét and Jinkx lobby for the same part. She gives precedent to The Vivienne, who helped Trinity out last challenge, in a reciprocal nod. True to her word, Trinity does her best to match queens with their preferred roles. It is full of teen archetypes, mostly inspired by Mean Girls, but also dipping into varied teen films like Never Been Kissed and The Craft. EST.When the queens get to work, Trinity has them go over the script and let her know what parts they are interested in. With little information on any of the other spinoffs, fans can eagerly anticipate the return of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 15 to MTV on Friday, January 6 at 8 p.m. " Drag Race is about universal themes of love, self-expression, and acceptance, and there has never been a more important time than now for these ideas to be expressed internationally," said World of Wonder CEOs Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato in a statement.ĭrag Race also carried on RuPaul's winning streak as the most-decorated Black artist in Emmys history at the 2022 Television Academy's ceremony, where the host and producer took home his 12th overall statuette. The first two seasons have given drag makeovers to the likes of Vanessa Williams, AJ McLean, and Taylor Dayne. On top of the four new installments of the show, RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag Race was also renewed for a third season on VH1. Fans of Drag Race can keep an eye out for stunning drag from Brazil, Germany, and Mexico, which will each premiere on MTV and Paramount+ in their respective regions. All Stars editions, and the international competitions, RuPaul has three other spin-offs in the work, as well. As if we don't have enough to keep up with already between the main show, the regular U.S.
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