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"Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
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"Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
Now that we have seen the first episode, I was wondering how everyone thought this compared?

I am pretty sure that I didn't like it. See, part of the fun of the Mole was to see if the "regular person" contestent that was playing the mole could hold up under the pressure of living a double life and effectivly deceiving the others. Well, this group of people do that for a living and they are doing it for a way shorter period of time. Were is the challange in that? This is just another role for them all.

In addition, I have a real hard time feeling empathy towards these people. Aw, it is so hard, maybe your big sacks of money at home can comfort you. It seems that they are all just hamming up to the camera anyway.

Wasn't one of the reasons reality tv developed is because people enjoyed seeing "people just like them" struggle and overcome to create a sense of "I could do that too" Well, it is all coming full circle. I smell the end coming.

Plus, I MISS ANDY!!

Of course, I have a sickness so despite I will continue to watch!

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  Subject     Author     Message Date     ID  
 RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Mole... Q 01-09-03 1
 RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Mole... Bebo 01-09-03 2
 RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Mole... toddE 01-09-03 3
 RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Mole... PapaBear 01-09-03 4
   RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Mole... toddE 01-09-03 9
       RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Mole... GTmike 01-10-03 10
       Just curious ... PapaBear 01-10-03 12
           RE: Just curious ... toddE 01-10-03 13
               RE: Just curious ... PapaBear 01-10-03 14
               RE: Just curious ... OKCRay 01-17-03 23
 RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Mole... L82LIFE 01-09-03 5
   RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Mole... Loree 01-09-03 7
 RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Mole... GTmike 01-09-03 6
 RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Mole... ejm92 01-09-03 8
   RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Mole... omar316 01-10-03 11
 RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Mole... Spidey 01-10-03 15
 RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Mole... Jennie 01-10-03 16
 RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Mole... sittem 01-11-03 17
 RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Mole... BaquaR13 01-11-03 18
   RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Mole... AMAI 01-12-03 19
       RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Mole... shanana banana 01-13-03 20
 RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Mole... DEVILRAYS 01-15-03 21
 RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Mole... Ahtumbreez 01-16-03 22
   RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Mole... OKCRay 01-17-03 24
 RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Mole... mikey 01-21-03 25

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1. "RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
I, Personally am still contemplating the issue of actors/actresses playing the mole or not and if it is better.

Aside from that though, I enjoyed the show. I loved seeing the celebs kidding around with eachother, bickering with eachother, making fun of eachother, competing with eachother and questioning eachother.

Who could the mole be? I am flip flopping on a minute by minute basis during the show.

In the end though I could see some trends develop in the way certain Celebs acted.

For now I suspect, Bernson, Griffen, Erik, Fred, Baldwin or Boatman are the mole. Have not pinpointed yet.

The host could have been better though and hopefully the bickering will only get better.

I give the first show a B.

Or am I just deluding myself?



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2. "RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
Ahmad wasn't awful. Hopefully, he'll loosen up and get more comfortable with his part.

As for the celebs, I was disappointed. I am enjoying Stephen's mind games with the others, but other than that, they're pretty much leaving me cold at this point.


Me? The Mole? Ya think? Well, I AM Evil.

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3. "RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
Well, I think the regular Mole is history, so the only way for Mole fans to get anything is with this version, which is probably a one-time deal.

I liked the celebs, some more than others. It was definitely the most entertaining reality show I've seen since Survivor:Marquesas.

IMO, these shows depend on a combination of concept and personality. I don't really groove on the MOle concept, but I like the interaction of the celebrities


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4. "RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
Compared to regular mole, I give the Celeb version a C-. The show takes away too many vital aspects that make the Mole such a great show - like the motivation to win a life changing amount of cash!!! For these guys they are just there to have fun, I am sure that they could care less about the money.

Also, they are not even trying to get along. Almost all of them started badmouthing from the first minute of play. This took quite a bit away from the show if you ask me. The non-celeb players played together much better than these guys. As of the first episode, I am not rooting for any of them. Corbin thinks he is the only one with any intelligence, Erik seems to have an IQ of about 70, Frederique is dull, Kathy is crude and hates everybody, and Steven looks and acts as if he is permanently stoned. Kim was semi-likeable and seemed to be trying pretty hard (and also seemed as if she was at least trying to get along with the others) and of course she got booted. Boatman seemed to stay pretty much in the background so it is hard to get a feeling of what he is really like - so far I guess I like him best.

As far as Amahad, I don't think that he was too bad. When you measure him against the AC yardstick, yes - he falls way short. But if we didn't have Anderson to compare him to, I think that we would find him adequate. AC left some huge shoes to fill.

I am also afraid that this show will be the kiss of death for the series. I pray that it isn't.



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9. "RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
This show can't be the "kiss of death," because ABC has already axed the regular series. The Mole II was poorly rated. This is more like a last-ditch attempt to revive a patient who's heart has stopped. The thing I wonder is, even if the Celeb version is highly rated, will it last beyond one-season novelty? I doubt it.

I must say I am surprised that the posters don't like the celebs, especially Kathy, and are actually interested in seeing them cooperate and get along. Blech!


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10. "RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
Actually, the Mole 2 did fairly well in certain demographics. Particullarly in some key demographics. Overall, it didn't do so well but that could be attributed to the lack of advertising done by ABC (many didn't even know it was on when it started up). Celebrity Mole has been highly advertised and I am interested in seeing the numbers when they are released for the night.

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12. "Just curious ..."
This show can't be the "kiss of death," because ABC has already axed the regular series.

Do you have info that I haven't heard yet? As soon as the last mole was finished, it was announced that two more Mole projects were being looked at - first a celebrity version to be followed by another "regular" mole. As GTmike as already stated, the Mole II's ratings can be largely attributed to lack of advertising, not due to the quality of the show. I look at this version of the Mole as an attempt to draw in recognition for the concept of the show so that they can go back to a "regular" version rather than trying to revive a "dead" show.

I must say I am surprised that the posters don't like the celebs, especially Kathy, and are actually interested in seeing them cooperate and get along. Blech!

I think that there are two types of people watching this show: those who watch "from a distance" and just want to see the interactions between the players, and those who watch "hands-on" and want to figure out who the mole is. I think the majority of the posters here fall into the second group (which would explain why they sought out a message board devoted to the show). I for one would like the concept of the show to be the star, not the celebrities. The show is exciting and draws the viewers in by giving them a role to play - trying to figure out the mystery. I just don't want the idea behind the show to be drowned out by the fights. I think it just takes away from what the show is supposed to be about - a group of people working together to win money for the pot (with the obvious exception of the mole).

I am assuming that you would place yourself in the first group. I have seen you post elsewere that you don't buy into the concept of the show and that once Kathy is gone, so are you. It would make sense that someone with these kinds of thoughts towards the show would be looking forward to the fights. I think that the producers of this version of The Mole are specifically catering to viewers like you. I also think they selected who they did (Kathy especially) just for the conflict factor. Perhaps they are hoping that as new viewers watch the back-biting, they will become intrigued enough with trying to figure out who the mole is that they will come back for the next installment. I just hope they are right.

This is just my opinon.


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13. "RE: Just curious ..."
Papa,
I'd say you've got me pegged pretty accurately. I am one of the "from a distance" viewers. I don't tune in necessarily to see fights, I turn in for amusement. That's why I like Kathy, for great lines like pretending to be Kim's friend, but really she's not. Hilarious.

I don't have any inside information, I just assumed the series was on its way out since they quit showing Mole II partway through and sort of dumped the remaining episodes later on.


I'm certainly not a "hater" of the concept or anything, but the interaction is what I watch for, rather than the actual concept, which I admit doesn't really interest me. (but that's just me).


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14. "RE: Just curious ..."
That's why I like Kathy, for great lines like pretending to be Kim's friend, but really she's not. Hilarious.

I have to admit that was pretty funny.

I'm certainly not a "hater" of the concept or anything, but the interaction is what I watch for, rather than the actual concept, which I admit doesn't really interest me. (but that's just me).

If you give the concept a chance, I bet that it will draw you in. I felt the same way that you do the first time I watched but after a couple of episodes I became intrigued with the "mystery" and by the time the first show was finished, I was hooked.


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23. "RE: Just curious ..."
Actually, the show was put on hiatus during its initial run due to an extremely poor time slot (Friday night???) and the aftermath of 9/11. When the series was brought back in May of 2002, it started off a bit slow but steadily gained momentum (despite being up against American Idol and having a poor lead-in with According To Jim). I'm watching and waiting along with everyone else, and when the time comes for applying for Mole 4 (note how I said WHEN, not IF!!!), my hat will definitely be in the ring! Wish me luck!!!
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5. "RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
The celebs are spending too much time playing to the camera, especially Kathy. She seems to think that she has to be witty and funny (which she isn't) all the time. I would love to see them shed their "personas" and just act like themselves.

I agree that the fact that they are all actors makes it a lot harder to read them. They pretend every day of their life, so how can we know who's being truthful?

I was entertained, though. It's just not like the regular mole, more like a Hollywood imitation.


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7. "RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
I agree L82LIFE. They are spending way too much time trying to be entertaining for the audience instead of playing the game. I just wish Kathy would shut up. Preferably let her be executed next, but I doubt I will be that lucky.

I like Michael the best. He seems to be playing the game and not hogging the camera. And with actors it is hard to guess who is the mole. They probably all wanted the part of the mole and are trying to show the producers they would have played it better if they had gotten the role.

I also have trouble believing the money means that much to them. So it isn't the same as when the regular players are in the game.

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6. "RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
I agree with Ahmad. I think he needs to relax a bit and have fun. If he can bring his fun side to it, he should get better.

I didn't like the cast AT ALL. From the beginning I felt like they didn't want to be there. What I liked about the original mole is that the players would get to know each other, and would talk to each other, and seemed interested in the game. I felt like they had to force these guys to get started. I think that they are starting to warm up to the idea of playing, but man, at first I thought producers were going to have to direct them to talk or act like they cared.

I like regular people. No one playing up to the camera. Celebrity Mole should not be a stepping stone in your career.

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8. "RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
I liked the first episode....it wasn't great, but at least the players and the crew realize that this isn't a top-notch reality show and are having some fun with it. The cast is incredibly horrible, but what the hey, DAW's are DAW's, no matter whether they are about to become DAW's or whether they were a DAW before they were on the show! Ahmad is actually a pretty good host....not quite at AC's level, but I really don't miss AC as much as I thought I would.


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11. "RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
So whats the deal with the regular mole?? If the celebrity version does ok on the ratings will they bring back the normal mole?? I didnt think celebrity mole was that bad, the games were actually cool , if only they had some better celebs. Carter from spin city is the only guy i like
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15. "RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
Honestly, I thought it was a blast. Ok, so maybe the spirit of the game is way different with these celebs on it, but they cracked me up. Especially Griffin and Baldwin. Taking it for what it is, I found it very amusing. Oh, and Master Erik must stay for as long as possible. Looking at his beautiful face is a pleasure. WHat else has he been in except Dinotopia? I recognize him, but don't know from where. Dee-licious (but not the mole).


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16. "RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
I don't like the host

And the Celeb Mole is okay but it just isn't the same.. Do you guys know what I mean..plus there aren't enough ppl

I miss Anderson and a oridnary/not celeb cast

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17. "RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
Taking the question at face value - no, I didn't like the show. However, I did enjoy the show for what it can provide.

First, I like the original concept of the show - put "normal" people in a stressful and suspicion producing environment and see how they perform with the added pressure of cameras running all the time. Watch people "grow" during the show and develop one's own likes and dislikes with the different personalities. As people go further into the game see new parts of their personalities emerge and maybe change an opinion or two. And, try to figure out who is the Mole WITHOUT the help of vidcaps and all to obvious clues the producers provided on M2 (am I bitter about THE ADMIRAL - maybe just a little!!). Most of all, watch the best reality show host add the edge to the show that made it really worth watching each week whether or not I could figure out who the Mole was.

This show doesn't fit into any of the above except trying to figure out who the Mole is - and I'm not sure that's a worthy goal here. First, all of these people are actors when they are in front of the camera. Seeing them respond in "natural" ways is probably not going to happen, or at least, I'm not going to know if and when it does. Turn on a camera and they'll mug and act and act "unnatural". Second, for many of us we have some sort of preconceived opinions of these people before the show starts. I'd rather go into the show a "virgin" when it comes to this - I don't "know" any of these people well, but most have impressed me before in some negative way. Finally, they come with various commitments to the game. I'm sure they are all being paid well so they'll "give it their all", but is that their acting all or their game playing all. I don't really know. Again - I prefer the unadulterated game.

But, I'll keep watching. I did sort of enjoy it for what it was. Some of the intereactions were mildly entertaining. I did like the waterfall challenge a lot - one of the better ones I thought and the spinning in the falls was great fun (but was cranking the pulley really that hard??). Now, I think we've all seen one to many herding challenges, but the sheep jumping was in itself an entertaining scene and Steve Baldwin playing up the intrigue was good even though we all knew exactly what he'd do. After all, the money aspect of this version is pretty meaningless - I'm sure their appearance fees are more than the prize (or did I miss something and they are playing for charity??). I think Baldwin at least has a clue about how this game should be played. In the end I just don't know if I'll really care about who the Mole is because it's all an ACT for everyone - in a sense they're all really the Mole and all playing parts. As for Ahmad - I've commented on the other thread about him.

All said - it's a very pale imitation, but it has it's place in the genre. Now, let's get back to business and bring back the REAL THING!!

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18. "RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
Simple answer for me. I like the celebrity mole, but i would like the one with regular people better for two main reasons:

- it's longer
- it's taken more seriously

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I miss Anderson. The challenges were quite interesting. It's so lame making fun of it seems overkill. It's almost a self-parody.

I wonder if the players have each come to the conclusion that they need to play-act a strategy, both to fool each other and the viewing audience. I think it could be an interesting variation.

And I don't see what's wrong with having ordinary well-off people. There seems to be an unwritten rule that the final few in any show must "need" the money. Why should people who are reasonably well-off be automatically booted because they don't need the money? Why not have these things where celebrities can play for the money? It may not be a lot of money, but they might not be first & foremost playing for the money. Still doesn't mean they ought to be obligated to hand it over to charity to make it "okay" for them to be allowed to play.

It's also possible that if they don't win they don't get any more than other eliminated players get.

I reckon that celebrities would be just as interested in trying to play the game as ordinary people.

Anyway, it's moderately amusing. I just tape it to have it watch on Thursday while I'm half-watching StarSearch, then later half-watching Bachelorette. Those shows are also only moderately entertaining. Watching them like that makes it seem like I'm only wasting two hours instead of three.

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20. "RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
I miss Anderson. The challenges were quite interesting. It's so lame making fun of it seemsoverkill. It's almost a self-parody.
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I totally agree with this. The original Mole was very interesting and Anderson was a great host. Amad (sp?) just doesn't have it, plus the game is not being taken very seriously and it does seem more like a "part" to the celebrities instead of really being a great opportunity for a regular joe to win some money and a little fame.

The best thing about the show is Stephen Baldwin. He is hilarious. I don't think he is the Mole -- he acts like that all the time. And I love Kathy Griffin, although I don't think she's been at the top of her comedy zingers quite yet. For someone who LOVES reality shows and loves talking about them, she wasn't quite as into it as I thought she would be.

Well, there's always week two.



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21. "RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
It's fun to watch, but I am as of yet not rooting for anyone. I am simply looking for a Mole suspect.

In addition, I don't like the changes. I don't know why it has to be called "Celebrity Mole: Hawaii" all the accursed time, and why they can't just let Ahmad say "The Mole". I also don't like having "Hawaii" written in weird cursive; it takes away from the Mole aspect and makes it seem like a vacation. I dunno...if watching the original Mole series was like the Super Bowl, then this is like the Pro Bowl. Completely different atmosphere.

I also can't get used to Ahmad. It isn't like he's a bad host, but the fact remains...he's not Anderson. No one else is Anderson. He can't be replaced. If it were Ahmad from day one, I might feel different about him, but Ahmad will never live up to Anderson, and I doubt anyone will.

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22. "RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
I have to say I was on the fence after the first one but after watching last nights epi I think the celebrity version is much more funny and entertaining. I love Kathy and had actually started to like Baldwin, can't stand Corbin and if Boatman IS the mole I will be disappointed. But yeah I'm going to get off the fence now (that post up the backside was getting a bit uncomfortable anyway) and say, YES, I like this better.

I do miss Anderson, but oh well.

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24. "RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
You also have to remember that a major element in the game is missing with the Celebrity version: on this show, the celebs are not isolated from the outside world while they are involved in the game (like they are in the regular Mole). That in and of itself lends a lot of the drama and credibility to the game, not to mention the many levels of complexity.
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25. "RE: Celebrity Mole vs. Regular Moles"
Regluar versions of any show are better than celebrity versions. As celebrity shows go, this is better than most (primarily because they are playing for their own money), but it has some flaws:

1. The timeframe is too short. Each episode seems to last a day, and there is not much happening to fill the hour. Better to have the regular version filmed over a couple of days per episode. When the first person is executed, and she has been there, for what, maybe six hours? the retrospective as to how much the other players will miss them and the video montage seems kind of silly.

2. The number of suspects is too small. You need to start out with at least 9-10, so that opinions can change as you go along.

3. Using celebritites does not allow for interaction with ordinary people or asking them for favors/directions, and the Hawaii location does not allow for language difficulties. "You want to come into my house and bake a pie, Corbin Bernsen, Kathy Griffin, and who are you again Erik?"

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