The Official GLEE thread

[cabanafrau]

I had a completely different take on that scene.

I thought the dad was great. Finn was being a donkey's rear end. Kurt put a lot of time and effort into showing Finn that he wanted this arrangement to work by his decorating. Finn was deliberately hurting Kurt by calling the stuff "faggy", and kept on going, even after he saw how upset Kurt was. His father was making a point that just because he used those terms too when he was young, doesn't make it right. And that he thought Finn would be more sensitive to these issues, since he was in glee club.

It was directly because of this scene that Finn was able to stand up to the football goons, even in his red shower curtain "dress", and get them to leave Kurt alone.

I had a different spin on the same incident . . .
Finn has been really struggling to come to grips w/ all of the changes in his life: soon to be dad, no longer soon to be dad, constant struggle missing his dad, struggle w/ desire to be in glee club and football, mom "replaces" his dad & within no time at all they're moving in together, suddenly to share room w/ Kurt -- which won't help social issues w/ football team, etc.

We've been seeing Kurt struggling at his dad's apparent (in Kurt's eyes), rush to fill the role of man's man, macho, sports nut son & how that hurt. Kurt has also been crushing on Finn.

Kurt decided to welcome Finn to their home w/ his redecoration. Unfortunately, it really doesn't suit Finn at all -- which Kurt truthfully knows if you asked him that directly. The over the top, completely off-base decor was what pushed Finn over the edge. To him, living there in that decor said, yeah, Kurt & I are living together, which wouldn't be a good thing socially in his football life. I think it also was kind of for him a rejection of who his dad was.

What shocked me most of all was Finn's acknowledgment of Kurt's crush. I never thought Finn had a clue.

I love both characters, just think they're both mixed up and maturing. Thought it was too over the top for Kurt's dad to go immediately to -- get out. I think there should have been a little more acknowledgment of Finn's feelings about the whole thing.

 

[MomofKatie]

I had a different spin on the same incident . . .
Finn has been really struggling to come to grips w/ all of the changes in his life: soon to be dad, no longer soon to be dad, constant struggle missing his dad, struggle w/ desire to be in glee club and football, mom "replaces" his dad & within no time at all they're moving in together, suddenly to share room w/ Kurt -- which won't help social issues w/ football team, etc.

We've been seeing Kurt struggling at his dad's apparent (in Kurt's eyes), rush to fill the role of man's man, macho, sports nut son & how that hurt. Kurt has also been crushing on Finn.

Kurt decided to welcome Finn to their home w/ his redecoration. Unfortunately, it really doesn't suit Finn at all -- which Kurt truthfully knows if you asked him that directly. The over the top, completely off-base decor was what pushed Finn over the edge. To him, living there in that decor said, yeah, Kurt & I are living together, which wouldn't be a good thing socially in his football life. I think it also was kind of for him a rejection of who his dad was.

What shocked me most of all was Finn's acknowledgment of Kurt's crush. I never thought Finn had a clue.

I love both characters, just think they're both mixed up and maturing. Thought it was too over the top for Kurt's dad to go immediately to -- get out. I think there should have been a little more acknowledgment of Finn's feelings about the whole thing.

I think Kurt knew what he was doing was freaking Finn out, and he just kept on with it. While I don't condone Finn's use of the word he said AT ALL, he was lashing out in anger because he had been pushed too far.

Kurt's dad was defending his son from what he heard Finn say, and that was commendable of him. He didn't know all the facts, though. Kurt, IMO, was crying at the end of the scene partly because he was happy his dad stuck up for him, but partly because he knew he kind of threw Finn under the bus to do it.

 

[NikkiLovesWDW!]

Kurt, IMO, was crying at the end of the scene partly because he was happy his dad stuck up for him, but partly because he knew he kind of threw Finn under the bus to do it.

I agree with that. I think he felt bad that Finn was being yelled at so much because he knew he kind of provoked it...but he was also really happy that his dad was sticking up for him so much.

I liked when he left and said, "The room looks great."

 

[cabanafrau]

I think Kurt knew what he was doing was freaking Finn out, and he just kept on with it. While I don't condone Finn's use of the word he said AT ALL, he was lashing out in anger because he had been pushed too far.

Kurt's dad was defending his son from what he heard Finn say, and that was commendable of him. He didn't know all the facts, though. Kurt, IMO, was crying at the end of the scene partly because he was happy his dad stuck up for him, but partly because he knew he kind of threw Finn under the bus to do it.

I agree. Like I said, I love both characters & I realize they're both trying to figure out who they are & where they fit in. I think maybe Kurt's dad is going through a little bit of that, too. He lost his mate & his son isn't who he pictured a son of his would be. He's been struggling w/ loving his son, losing his image of what his son would be and learning to respect his son for who he is -- with no disappointments getting in the way.

Surprisingly this is the kind of stuff this show does do well. It's gonna be a long summer waiting for new episodes.

 

[gometros]

I love both characters, just think they're both mixed up and maturing. Thought it was too over the top for Kurt's dad to go immediately to -- get out. I think there should have been a little more acknowledgment of Finn's feelings about the whole thing.

Bingo! While I applaud Kurt's father for his unconditional love, he loses points for his insensitivity to Finn. Finn didn't ask to move in, he's being pushed my multiple influences; his mother, Kurt, previously Quinn, and even Rachel. His a typical teenage boy trying to deal with a lot of feelings and he probably has to shoulder a greater burden than many because of all the things that's going on in his life. Kurt's father treated Finn was an uninvited guest who just over stayed his welcome, when if fact, he'd be happier not being there at all.

 

[Deb in IA]

WHAT???

No comments yet on last night's show, the FUNK episode?

In my opinion, it was a bit "meh".

The Will/Sue seduction scene was a bit cringe-worthy, though. My DD could hardly stand to watch!!

It was sad to watch Will and his wife sign their divorce papers, and we felt so bad for Rachel when she was getting egged in the parking lot .

The musical numbers just didn't do to much for me last night. But we are looking forward to the season finale next week! Preview looks promising!

 

[mrsklamc]

The dancing pregnant girls were just ridiculous, even for Glee.

 

[ZanneMarie]

Oh No!!! I forgot that yesterday was Tuesday and Glee was on! Monday as a holiday has thrown me off. I keep thinking that today is Tuesday.

 

[Amg120499]

I would like to introduce myself....I am a Glee-a-holic.

I just started watching in April when it came back on the air after American Idol. All the comericals had me curious and now I am addicted!!!! I actually rented all 4 dvd's with the first part of the season last weekend and watched them all.

I am in LOVE with Finn and can't wait for the finale next week. Even though I will miss it until next season.

Last night's episode was just ok. I hated Quinn's song and "dance" and the last song was just ok as well. I felt so bad for Rachel and Will/Sue had me hysterical.

I just had to join in here because none of my friends watch this show. I just had to talk to someone about it!!!!

 

[elgerber]

I agree, last night had some good points, but musically it was my least favorite (except Another One Bites the Dust). Will and Sue were creepy and funny at the same time LOL! I really liked her character last night, though, her facial expressions while being sang to, stood up and when Will was talking her out of her funk were fantastic!!! When he said "yes, but you love them" was wonderful!
Poor Rachel, that was so awful!!
The Quinn song, WTH??? Yuck.
The guys were a hoot at Sheets and Things though! Terri was rather human though, when she said she needed to stop squashing peoples dreams.

 

[El&Asmom]

I agree that last night didn't do much for me. Sue/Will together make me cringe and lol all at the same time. The musical numbers were all kinda boring to me too.

Does anyone else get the Jessie/Rachel thing? I felt like I missed something on why they broke up. I mean I know that Jesse needed to go back to Vocal Adrenaline, but it seems like they could have done something bigger as to why they broke up other than the school not listening to Jesse's ideas.

Can't wait unit next week. It looks like it's going to be amazing.

 

[Quiksilvr]

I agree that last night's episode was a little "blah."

I also think that the pregnant girl dancing routine was a little silly, but I thought that Quinn's vocal performance of the song was quite good (especially considering that her vocal abilities are not in the same galaxy as Rachel or Mercedes).

The Will/Sue thing just seemed way too contrived to me, although Sue's diary-writing scenes always make me laugh.

I thought that the performance of Loser was forced; I just didn't care for its inclusion. It didn't advance anything. I thought that the performance of Good Vibrations was complete filler (even if entertaining).

I felt sorry for Rachel's egging, but at the same time, saw something dire headed her way as soon as she got the phone call.

I thought the dance routine to the funk song at the end was fun, even though I don't really get much out of pure funk as a musical genre.

 

[charming23]

Last night was not a favorite. There were just to many moments that threw off the show for me.

1. The whole Will/Sue storyline was odd. At first it was kind of funny but then it was just sad that Will would stoop so low. And when she asked him to kiss her I screamed "EWWWWWWWWW" and covered my eyes.

2. While I love getting to hear Diana's (Quinn's) voice, that number was ridiculous. It was even a bit cringeworthy.

3. The Terri and Finn scenes were odd as well. I she does not go after him.

My favorite moments were:

1. When Mercedes invited Quinn to come live with her.

2. Vocal Adrenaline's Another One Bites the Dust

3. New Directions "Funk" perfomance.

 

[beatlesblonde]

I agree with the rest of you, last nights episode was ok but not amazing. I did like Vocal Adrenalin's performance of "Another Bites The Dust" and the final New Directions song. The bit with Will trying to seduce Sue was hillarious and creepy at the same time, but in the end I think they came to an understanding (although that might change next week, how'd Sue end up getting on the judging panel for regionals? ) I felt bad for Rachel getting egged, but I think she handled it well.

I hope they don't leave us hanging next week on who wins regionals

 

[LoraJ]

I think last night's was my least fave episode. Very Zzzzzzzzzzzz

 

[Uuaww]

I liked the episode, not the greatest but still decent. My favorite song was Finn and Puck singing Loser.

 

[DeluxePrincess]

I enjoyed most of the episode. I did not like Will toying with Sue like that . It seemed very out of character, but I guess that was the point. Even though it ended up being a dream segment, I enjoyed Finn/Puck singing Loser. I've been waiting for Quinn to have a solo, but the dancing pregnant girls were just blah for me. Can't wait for the finale!

 

[MomofKatie]

I'm waititng to see if poor Brittany ever gets a solo! Every other girl has had her own solo moment. Saw an interview with Heather Morris, and she said she CAN sing, just hasn't gotten her own solo yet. Her choice for Britt's solo? Britney Spears' "Hit Me Baby One More Time". That would be awesome!!

It would also be nice if Mike and Matt got more than one line every 3rd or 4th show. I know they are more the dancers of the glee kids, but they deserve to have a bigger role in the series.

 

[cabanafrau]

I'm waititng to see if poor Brittany ever gets a solo! Every other girl has had her own solo moment. Saw an interview with Heather Morris, and she said she CAN sing, just hasn't gotten her own solo yet. Her choice for Britt's solo? Britney Spears' "Hit Me Baby One More Time". That would be awesome!!

It would also be nice if Mike and Matt got more than one line every 3rd or 4th show. I know they are more the dancers of the glee kids, but they deserve to have a bigger role in the series.

I thought Heather was dance talent & has been given more of a role since they discovered she can act -- & deliver comedic lines ferociously! If she sings too -- hats off to her for being a true triple threat!

I think we have to remember this is a very large ensemble cast, with some of the characters definitely being slated as leads, which bumps others to the backburner in turn (Emma, Mercedes, Quinn, Artie, Puck, etc., etc. etc.). Then factor in guest stars which obviously have to be utilized to justify having them on. Then you have the occasional parental appearances.

Lots of talents & potential stories, not enough Glee time to go around!

 

[elgerber]

I'm waititng to see if poor Brittany ever gets a solo! Every other girl has had her own solo moment. Saw an interview with Heather Morris, and she said she CAN sing, just hasn't gotten her own solo yet. Her choice for Britt's solo? Britney Spears' "Hit Me Baby One More Time". That would be awesome!!

It would also be nice if Mike and Matt got more than one line every 3rd or 4th show. I know they are more the dancers of the glee kids, but they deserve to have a bigger role in the series.

My dd was watching that same interview with Heather. I bet we will get to see it early next season, now that they are moving her as regular cast. That would be a great song for her!
She is so darn funny! Her uniform backwards on Tuesday was a riot! I love watching her dance, she is amazing!