Amy
03-07-2005, 08:17 AM
By Cameron Stout
NO official figures were released for how many people voted to evict each nominee.
But in Saskia’s case I suspect the figure was much like her own — large and round.
She got the boot and the boos. And it came as no surprise to anyone, not even herself, that she was on her way — though she was clearly taken aback by the extent of the cat-calls.
Housemates blamed her for the divisions in the House, which expanded into a gulf this week. Yet I believe she got her marching orders because she was honest about her reasons for being there.
She was there simply to get a career, but the voting public doesn’t like that simple truth, nor her wobbly-headed, finger-stabbing routine.
Rifts
But love her or loathe her, she has been upfront. Now it’s time to see how her eviction will heal the rifts between the Montague Maxwells and the Capulet Makosis. Big Brother surely knew what it was doing when it made the weekly task the ballet Romeo And Juliet.
I’ve struggled to like Maxwell this week and he’s made a big mistake in isolating himself along with Saskia. I don’t really see how he and Kemal are going to get over their differences, which came to a head when Maxwell threw water in Kemal’s face.
It’s unlikely Maxwell will apologise to Kemal, who probably wouldn’t accept it anyway. On the other hand, if Kemal said sorry to Maxwell, the Cockney would probably let bygones be bygones.
But will Kemal be willing to make amends with someone he regards as another bully? Doubtful. Forgive me if I’m wrong, but isn’t the definition of a bully someone who hurts, persecutes or intimidates weaker people?
Surely Kemal is more than capable of standing up for himself, even on those heels. He’s astute and quick-witted, as his observations about Saskia and Maxwell’s “magazine deal” confirm.
Bruiser
Certain aspects of Saskia and Maxwell’s behaviour have had a bruiser quality but, like I’ve said before, it’s the hot-house atmosphere which leads every slight and insult to be magnified. I mean, I was accused of bullying Jon Tickle for goodness sake!
On a similar note, I’m pretty sure the charge that the two camps separated because of racism is false. When you listen to what they say, that doesn’t compute.
Even Craig’s put-down about Makosi being “Princess Africa” isn’t exactly a slur — she is from Africa and does act like a princess.
As half Sri Lankan Saskia pointed out, the conflicts are down to nothing more sinister than personality clashes.
However, these clashes have become so fierce you genuinely wonder who to root for.
Confinement has cast a harsh light on all of them, like Vanessa calling Saskia a “prostitute”.
And did you witness the venom from Craig this week? No need for the hairdresser to use scissors when his tongue is so sharp.
However, he was verbally threatening behind Kemal’s back which took me aback. But then you think back to his entry video . . .
Bile
His bile has resurfaced again because all his friends have gotten the chop — Mary, Lesley and Saskia. He’s feeling insecure about new housemates Eugene and Orlaith, especially Anthony’s interest in the Irish girl. I get the impression Eugene gets uneasy about the bickering. His eyes flicker and he rapidly removes himself.
I said before he wasn’t particularly aware of social dynamics, but even he’ll be conscious of this conflict because it’s so in-your-face.
Will he survive? I do hope so, but the public might like the chance to vote Eugene out because he’s not a crowd-pleaser. Still, the housemates may have bigger fish to fry when it comes to casting their nominations.
Orlaith, I’m afraid, brings out my shallow side. I don’t think I’d like her if she wasn’t so attractive. Though there’s no evidence of her being two-faced, she’s readily immersed herself in the House’s bitchiness and back-biting.
Hats off to Makosi, though, who tried to let Kinga down lightly by saying she was too young and vulnerable to cope with the rancid atmosphere of this year’s show. That said, Makosi has never been my favourite person and still isn’t.
She’s managed to turn many of her tasks to her advantage so she’s now in a strong position. It’s not been plotted or planned, it’s just the way Makosi’s cookie has crumbled.
Surprise
Interestingly, I saw an independent poll about the next evictee. A surprising 35 per cent thought it should be Maxwell, which shows how far his star has fallen.
I think the second highest percentage was for Science. Bolshy and stubborn, I reckon he’s still frustrated people aren’t joining in enough.
The rapper grumbled about getting into tights for the weekly task, but was quick enough to accept he had to do it when given a ticking off in the Diary Room.
That leaves us with Anthony and Derek, and I’ve learned a lesson at my father’s knee about Derek. Dad has taken to BB in a big way this year and it’s all down to Derek.
Yes, the gay Tory fox-hunter is pompous, patronising, arrogant and all the rest of it. Yet when he’s in full flow with his supercilious asides I have to admit it’s gruesomely compulsive!
Doesn’t save him, though. I’d still like to see him heading back to his housekeeper and Barbra Streisand collection.
For me, Anthony is now shining through, if only by default. He’s a poser but he’s likeable enough and doesn’t get too involved in all the negativity.
My guess for the nominations this week are Craig and Maxwell. Their rivals in the Makosi camp are now just too strong, and Craig’s deepest fears are likely to be realised. They’ll be picked off one by one.
Article Sunday Post (http://www.sundaypost.com/news5.htm)
NO official figures were released for how many people voted to evict each nominee.
But in Saskia’s case I suspect the figure was much like her own — large and round.
She got the boot and the boos. And it came as no surprise to anyone, not even herself, that she was on her way — though she was clearly taken aback by the extent of the cat-calls.
Housemates blamed her for the divisions in the House, which expanded into a gulf this week. Yet I believe she got her marching orders because she was honest about her reasons for being there.
She was there simply to get a career, but the voting public doesn’t like that simple truth, nor her wobbly-headed, finger-stabbing routine.
Rifts
But love her or loathe her, she has been upfront. Now it’s time to see how her eviction will heal the rifts between the Montague Maxwells and the Capulet Makosis. Big Brother surely knew what it was doing when it made the weekly task the ballet Romeo And Juliet.
I’ve struggled to like Maxwell this week and he’s made a big mistake in isolating himself along with Saskia. I don’t really see how he and Kemal are going to get over their differences, which came to a head when Maxwell threw water in Kemal’s face.
It’s unlikely Maxwell will apologise to Kemal, who probably wouldn’t accept it anyway. On the other hand, if Kemal said sorry to Maxwell, the Cockney would probably let bygones be bygones.
But will Kemal be willing to make amends with someone he regards as another bully? Doubtful. Forgive me if I’m wrong, but isn’t the definition of a bully someone who hurts, persecutes or intimidates weaker people?
Surely Kemal is more than capable of standing up for himself, even on those heels. He’s astute and quick-witted, as his observations about Saskia and Maxwell’s “magazine deal” confirm.
Bruiser
Certain aspects of Saskia and Maxwell’s behaviour have had a bruiser quality but, like I’ve said before, it’s the hot-house atmosphere which leads every slight and insult to be magnified. I mean, I was accused of bullying Jon Tickle for goodness sake!
On a similar note, I’m pretty sure the charge that the two camps separated because of racism is false. When you listen to what they say, that doesn’t compute.
Even Craig’s put-down about Makosi being “Princess Africa” isn’t exactly a slur — she is from Africa and does act like a princess.
As half Sri Lankan Saskia pointed out, the conflicts are down to nothing more sinister than personality clashes.
However, these clashes have become so fierce you genuinely wonder who to root for.
Confinement has cast a harsh light on all of them, like Vanessa calling Saskia a “prostitute”.
And did you witness the venom from Craig this week? No need for the hairdresser to use scissors when his tongue is so sharp.
However, he was verbally threatening behind Kemal’s back which took me aback. But then you think back to his entry video . . .
Bile
His bile has resurfaced again because all his friends have gotten the chop — Mary, Lesley and Saskia. He’s feeling insecure about new housemates Eugene and Orlaith, especially Anthony’s interest in the Irish girl. I get the impression Eugene gets uneasy about the bickering. His eyes flicker and he rapidly removes himself.
I said before he wasn’t particularly aware of social dynamics, but even he’ll be conscious of this conflict because it’s so in-your-face.
Will he survive? I do hope so, but the public might like the chance to vote Eugene out because he’s not a crowd-pleaser. Still, the housemates may have bigger fish to fry when it comes to casting their nominations.
Orlaith, I’m afraid, brings out my shallow side. I don’t think I’d like her if she wasn’t so attractive. Though there’s no evidence of her being two-faced, she’s readily immersed herself in the House’s bitchiness and back-biting.
Hats off to Makosi, though, who tried to let Kinga down lightly by saying she was too young and vulnerable to cope with the rancid atmosphere of this year’s show. That said, Makosi has never been my favourite person and still isn’t.
She’s managed to turn many of her tasks to her advantage so she’s now in a strong position. It’s not been plotted or planned, it’s just the way Makosi’s cookie has crumbled.
Surprise
Interestingly, I saw an independent poll about the next evictee. A surprising 35 per cent thought it should be Maxwell, which shows how far his star has fallen.
I think the second highest percentage was for Science. Bolshy and stubborn, I reckon he’s still frustrated people aren’t joining in enough.
The rapper grumbled about getting into tights for the weekly task, but was quick enough to accept he had to do it when given a ticking off in the Diary Room.
That leaves us with Anthony and Derek, and I’ve learned a lesson at my father’s knee about Derek. Dad has taken to BB in a big way this year and it’s all down to Derek.
Yes, the gay Tory fox-hunter is pompous, patronising, arrogant and all the rest of it. Yet when he’s in full flow with his supercilious asides I have to admit it’s gruesomely compulsive!
Doesn’t save him, though. I’d still like to see him heading back to his housekeeper and Barbra Streisand collection.
For me, Anthony is now shining through, if only by default. He’s a poser but he’s likeable enough and doesn’t get too involved in all the negativity.
My guess for the nominations this week are Craig and Maxwell. Their rivals in the Makosi camp are now just too strong, and Craig’s deepest fears are likely to be realised. They’ll be picked off one by one.
Article Sunday Post (http://www.sundaypost.com/news5.htm)