Face Off Season 2 Episode 8 Burtonesque

Burtonesque is the eighth episode of the second season of the hit reality TV show Face Off. In this particular episode, the contestants are challenged to create whimsical and darkly beautiful characters inspired by the works of acclaimed film director Tim Burton. This is a tricky challenge as the contestants must not only bring their own unique perspectives to their creations, but also capture the essence of the Burton aesthetic.

As always, the challenge starts with a twist, and this time the twist is that the contestants must not only create their own original character, but also an accompanying story and a 30-second commercial. This is a tall order, but the contestants are determined to deliver the best work possible.

The contestants immediately get to work, brainstorming ideas and sketching out their designs. Some of the contestants draw inspiration from Burton's most iconic films like Beetlejuice and The Nightmare Before Christmas, while others explore less-obvious works like Mars Attacks! and Corpse Bride. The use of vibrant, gothic colours gives the designs a darker and more sinister look.

One contestant, Rayce Bird, opts for a steampunk-inspired character named "The Inventor." Rayce's character is a brilliant tinkerer who has developed a unique weapon and a jetpack to defend his city from evil forces. Rayce's ability to execute his design with precision attracts the attention of the judges.

Meantime, another contestant, Beki Ingram, creates a character named "The Spider Queen." Beki's character is modeled after the Black Widow spider and possesses a stunningly sinister look that perfectly complements her story. "The Spider Queen" is a powerful insect queen who rules over a colony of spiders and commands them to do her bidding. The judges are quick to praise Beki's design for the sheer scale and the ambitious nature of her project.

As the contestants progress through the challenge, they are periodically visited by McKenzie Westmore, who guides them through their creative process and provides helpful advice. The contestants welcome her insight, and her presence is a helpful reminder that they are not alone in this challenge.

Finally, the moment of truth arrives. The contestants present their creations to the judges and show off their accompanying commercials. Each contestant does an excellent job of capturing the essence of the Burton aesthetic. While some designs succeed more than others, there is no denying the sheer talent and creativity of each of the contestants.

In conclusion, Burtonesque is a fun and challenging episode of Face Off that showcases the skill and creativity of the contestants as they tackle a difficult task. Through their enthusiasm and talent, the contestants emerge as roughly equal competitors. The judges are ultimately blown away by the diversity and quality of the resulting characters.