'Ugly Betty' Bites: Lots more Marc (of course)

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Greg Sun, Nov 30, 2008 at 03:58 PM EST

AWESOME episode. One of the best ever.

Lucy Sat, Nov 22, 2008 at 01:25 AM EST

"I loved everything about this episode *except* Marc's obnoxious comment and the sloppy follow-through. For the many people of color who are accused of getting things just because of their race (and not because of their talent or the fact they deserve to be there), it was disheartening to see Betty basically agree and give the tickets to someone who *didn't* deserve it. Yes, I still love them, yes I will still watch, but I wish they hadn't gone there if they weren't going to use it as a teaching-moment for the viewing public."

That's not what happened- Betty DID get in based on race, in one of the scenes she says called the school and they basically admitted it. She worked on her presentation for a few days, and Mark worked on his for months and brought visual aids, guest speakers etc. and was clearly more prepared. Betty didn't want it unless she'd beaten Mark based purely on merit, hence she was willing to give up her spot. Love how they pulled off both of them getting in though.

Alan Sat, Nov 22, 2008 at 12:29 AM EST

This episode was sad. This season has been so wacky and campy, this episode was totally different. The Hilda-Justin thing was really touching (could I love Hilda ANY MORE than I do right now?).

Matt2 Fri, Nov 21, 2008 at 11:54 PM EST

Ugly Betty is unreal. How it keeps getting better week after week is a phenomenal feat and totally beyond expectations. I thought Desperate Housewives was the only show on tv that could pull off that kind of stunner every week. This episode was a whirlwind of highs versus lows, and laughs versus anguish. I'm exhausted from all the laughs, frustration, anger, more laughs, discontentment and finally harmony that occured as Betty and Marc competed for YETI. An amazing episode with too many great lines to try to get it down to just a few.

Ceballos Fri, Nov 21, 2008 at 10:19 PM EST

Correction: *its heart, instead of "it's heart"

I totally silently judge other people when they make this mistake, so I had to correct mine.

bootsycolumbia Fri, Nov 21, 2008 at 08:58 PM EST

First off, I second what Ceballos said--this show needs a full TV Watch. This was the best show of the season. Every part of it was wonderful. I really hope Michael Urie gets a supporting actor Emmy nomination. He's been great all season, but he really shone last night. One scene no-one has mentioned yet was when her dad brought out the magazine Betty made when she was a little girl. I thought that was so sweet. I also loved Betty's vision of her and Daniel in 30 or 40 years as old coots with walkers. They both played that scene perfectly.

Brittany Fri, Nov 21, 2008 at 08:35 PM EST

I loved everything about this episode *except* Marc's obnoxious comment and the sloppy follow-through. For the many people of color who are accused of getting things just because of their race (and not because of their talent or the fact they deserve to be there), it was disheartening to see Betty basically agree and give the tickets to someone who *didn't* deserve it. Yes, I still love them, yes I will still watch, but I wish they hadn't gone there if they weren't going to use it as a teaching-moment for the viewing public.

anna Fri, Nov 21, 2008 at 07:30 PM EST

I loved this episode so much...but not for its humor...more for it's heart! The justin story line was soooooooooo good.
This episode reminded me of why I love Ugly Betty.

Elle Fri, Nov 21, 2008 at 07:15 PM EST

This was one of those episodes that made me really wish Michael Urie did more films, or something - he's a really great actor, and I'd hate to see him disappear into "former tv clown" obscurity once this show is through.

Ceballos Fri, Nov 21, 2008 at 04:52 PM EST

By the way, Tanner, I'm not mad at you. I read your TV Watches for this show last year and I know you appreciate ALL the stuff about this show I mentioned in my previous post.

My last comment was aimed at whoever thought this half-assed "Betty Bites" thing was a good idea. (Unless, of course, "Betty Bites" is Tanner's idea... then I take it back.)

Ceballos Fri, Nov 21, 2008 at 04:49 PM EST

I get that this show has some of the best zingers in the business.

However, last night's episode was touching and sad (Justin and Hilda) and boiling down a discussion of said episode to just the funniest sound bites is a little insulting to the fantastic work the actors did last night (especially Michael Urie) and more than a little insulting. You're basically ignoring a big part of this show...it's heart.

Dana Fri, Nov 21, 2008 at 04:47 PM EST

Love to see them humanizing Marc and Amanda and the two of them really starting to genuinely like Betty. The last scene with Betty and Marc on the phone was the best scene of the night :) I hope that Marc and Cliff patch things up and get engaged how fun would it be to see them plan a wedding?
So sad what Justin's friend did made m eteary eyed for him. I hope they somehow find a way to have Marc get involoved in Justin's life and maybe help him in some way I am sure Marc experinced similar conflict in his teens as Justin is going through now.

Mandi Fri, Nov 21, 2008 at 04:37 PM EST

This was a great episode (though I thought the way they handled the race stuff was disingenuous and obnoxious). Marc looked fantastic the entire episode and the end scene where Daniel finally helped BETTY? Priceless! The Marc Betty squee fest was even better. Look forward to seeing how YETI plays out. And may I say... FINALLY we get some progress on Betty's career! It took long enough!

starchild Fri, Nov 21, 2008 at 04:28 PM EST

Betty giving up her dream so easily (because she's a good girl) was very boring - it would have been nice to see some conflict within her. Also, seeing Betty do a less than thorough presentation with her big break - UGH. And didn't Marc cheat - by using his connections etc? And Betty has to feel guilty? UGH

tvgal Fri, Nov 21, 2008 at 03:07 PM EST

I like the Willy and Conner storyline. Conner is like Betty-lite. He sticks to his guns and shows alot of integrity. Conner is really getting under Willy's skin which is always fun to watch.

Mia Fri, Nov 21, 2008 at 02:52 PM EST

Gonna be huge- was THE line of the night.

Melinda65 Fri, Nov 21, 2008 at 02:26 PM EST

As much as I love bitchy, snarky Marc, I love honest, sweet Marc even more. The phone call between Marc and Betty at the end of the episode was my favorite moment of the show. Having everyone remain as snooty and self-absorbed as they were at the beginning of the series would have been tiresome, so I'm glad that everyone is softening up, without completely losing their edges.

Hatty Fri, Nov 21, 2008 at 02:01 PM EST

I had been a little tired of Betty this season, but this episode reminded me why it's still in my TIVO. It was fabulous! I just wish Mark would patch things up with Cliff. Cliff brought out nice Mark.

Charley Fri, Nov 21, 2008 at 01:56 PM EST

I love the bites. But I want a betty Tv watch even more!

Erica Fri, Nov 21, 2008 at 01:38 PM EST

Can we just say it? Best episode of the season, and definitely one of the best of the entire series! So funny and also so sad at times. Loved Justin's bewilderment at his friend's wanting to leave Little Shop of Horrors at intermission: "Are you insane? They haven't even done Suddenly Seymour yet!" Classic.

Nice to see Wilhelmina with a realistic and humanizing crush. Daniel, who can sometimes be boring was pretty adorable here too. I liked it when he read the kindergarteners' thank-you notes - "Dear Daniel, thanks for coming to our class today, you are old."

The scene where Marc accused Betty of getting into the YETI program because she was Latina was a really surprising twist. Superbly acted, and just really well written. Eps like this are why I love this show. This one was pretty darn special.

Jeff Fri, Nov 21, 2008 at 01:35 PM EST

Yeah sweet!