Whenever I watch Ugly Betty, I feel a little stir inside. Am I alone in this? Is there something wrong with me?
Of course not, it’s definitely not me, and I’m certainly not a sicko (at least not until after 10pm on a Friday night).
America Ferrera, the star of Ugly Betty, is absolutely stunning this season. She really is quite beautiful.
They pull the same old trick – slap some braces on her, add some glasses, give her a nerdy vibe, and so on… But regardless, she’s quite appealing.
This reminds me of the storyline in Neighbours with Annie Jones. Does anyone recall the phrase ‘Plain, plain Super-Jane’…or was it ‘Super-Brain’…I can’t quite remember. But she, too, was stunningly attractive.
For years, filmmakers have relied on this well-worn trope. It’s a time-honored approach.
So, if you aim to be among the most desirable women in the world, just slick your hair back, grab some glasses, and act a little nerdy (braces are optional) – and voila, you’ve got a recipe for success.
As for me, I don’t look great with my glasses, either on or off, so I guess my best bet is to go with the braces and see how it turns out.
by Milo Johnson
