It was supposed to be about self-love.
It was supposed to defy stereotypes tied to the gay community about masculinity and feminity.
It was supposed to give us drama, hope, sex, and inspiration.
‘Glamorous’ | Netflix
Shes neither as cutthroat nor as fully-realized as Miranda Priestly.
Her character is all glam and no substance.
And as for the scheming,Gossip Girlwas never afraid to take it too far.
As soon as theres room for high-stakes conflict, someone steps in to still the waters.
Every episode might as well end with a hug as if were watchingFull House.
The episodes are too long
Speaking ofFull House, Glamorousmay have benefited from shorter episodes.
Miss Benny as Marco in ‘Glamorous’ | Amanda Matlovich/Netflix
Instead, its stuffed with speed bumps that detract from its central narrative.
She knows all about her tendency to run in the face of danger.
All about her self-serving habits.
Michael Hsu Rosen as Ben, Miss Benny as Marco, Jade Payton as Venetia, Ayesha Harris as Britt in ‘Glamorous’ | Amanda Matlovich/Netflix
We dont buy it.
Even the dynamic between Marco and Venetia is suddenly trusting and close.
They go to the same club together.
Kim Cattrall as Madolyn in ‘Glamorous’ | Amanda Matlovich/Netflix
They hang out all the time.
They seem to have developed a shorthand communication style in a matter of minutes.
The show doesnt create narratives that allow the dynamics to grow.
These characters become confidantes before theyre even acquaintances.
Cringeworthy pop culture references and faux-inspirational dialogue
You did not miss the mark.
You did not fall short.
You flopped harder than a Katy Perry single, but dont worry!
Never forget that makeup is more than just paint or glitter.
Its therapy in a tube.
Shes got the shoulders back walk.
Shes got the years of experience everyone looks up to.
Shes got an enviable fashion sense and the perfect beat.
Shes not quite a person, but a concept.
Her character needed more development.
Why does everyone love her?
Why does everyone trust her to a fault?
And, if they are, something more sinister is likely lurking under the surface.
Madolyn could have (and should have) been one of the shows assets.
Instead, the writers left Kim Cattrall with nothing to sink her teeth into.
They told her to give pizazz.
They told her to give glam.
Give talent and ambition.
But whatever happened to giving humanity?
Where is the woman underneath the makeup?
