Ep 9. Jerri Is Only Skin Deep

Jerri Is Only Skin Deep is the ninth episode of the first season of Strangers with Candy. The show follows the life of Jerri Blank, a middle-aged ex-con and recovering addict who decides to go back to high school after being released from prison. In this episode, Jerri discovers that she has a hidden talent for art after her teacher, Mr. Jellineck, compliments a drawing she did. Jerri becomes obsessed with her newfound talent and decides to enter an art contest with the hopes of winning a scholarship.

Jerri's excitement about the contest quickly turns to despair when she realizes that she doesn't have any art materials at home. In true Jerri fashion, she decides to steal the art supplies she needs from the school's art room. Unfortunately for Jerri, she gets caught by the Vice Principal, who gives her a stern warning and lets her off with a warning. Nevertheless, Jerri is determined to complete her drawing and enters it into the contest.

Things take a turn for the worse when Jerri discovers that the art contest isn't as legitimate as she thought. The contest is being run by a shady organization that is looking for attractive girls to participate in a beauty pageant. Jerri is devastated when she realizes that she's not eligible to participate in the pageant because of her age.

Feeling like a failure, Jerri decides to drop out of the art contest. However, her friends and family encourage her to continue pursuing her art, so she decides to enter another contest. This time, the contest is looking for a mural for a local community center. Jerri teams up with her friends, Megawatti and Tammi, to create a beautiful and meaningful mural that represents the diversity of their community.

In the end, Jerri's hard work and determination pays off when their mural wins the contest. Jerri's art teacher, Mr. Jellineck, is incredibly proud of Jerri and her friends, and praises their dedication and creativity.

Overall, this episode of Strangers with Candy is a heartwarming story about perseverance and overcoming obstacles. Jerri's journey to find her talent and passion in life is relatable and inspiring to anyone who has struggled to find their place in the world. The show's lighthearted humor adds a layer of fun to the episode, making it an enjoyable and memorable watch.