02x07 - Skin Deep

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[MUSIC - SAILOR MOON, "BRACEFACE THEME SONG"]

(SINGING) Something tells me I've been dreaming

of someone who was never real.

It seems I've changed 1,000 ways.

I wish I looked the way I feel.

Braceface.

My life gets complicated Boyfriends.

Don't want to talk about it.

Teenage.

I'll work it out in the end.

Braceface.

My life gets complicated Boyfriends.

Don't want to talk about it.

Teenage.

I'll work it out in the end.

Braceface.

SHARON (VOICEOVER): The annual big fashion show--

student designers from all over the city competed in it.

And this year, Elkford high was the host.

Everyone was coming to see it.

Perverts!

SHARON (VOICEOVER): OK, so some of the guys

came to see more than the clothes.

And some of the clothes were, well, less than flattering.

I look like I'm trying out for the Arctic cheerleading team.

What are you complaining about?

Have you ever seen faux fur looks so hideous?

SHARON (VOICEOVER): Lucky for me, I was Dion's model,

and everyone knew that Dion was the coolest designer in school.

Ahem.

Ladies and gentlemen, I give you my latest design--

Shopaholic.

[gasps] WOMAN: Wow.

MAN 1: That's colorful.

MAN 2: That's crazy.

[interposing voices]

Dion, it's incredible.

So that's why you asked for all my family's receipts?

Uh, this is so not fair.

Why should Brace Face get to wear the coolest outfit,

and we get the loser creations?

Nice outfit Nina.

Thanks Dion.

Maybe after the show you can borrow it to go out sometime.

It suits your style, don't you think?

When you get back from your flea bath, let me know.

Woof woof.

WOMAN: Oh, listen to him!

So are you sure you want to go out

in front of the entire school wearing

this skimpy little dress?

Why wouldn't I?

Oh, no reason.

It's just that if I still had my baby fat,

I guess I'd be a little self-conscious.

But if you don't mind your problem areas,

I'm sure the audience won't either.

Problem areas?

Excuse me, if you think this girl is fat,

you've got a huge problem area in your head.

I guess you would know about problem areas, wouldn't you?

Thanks.

That was really cool of you.

No problem.

I try to put one obnoxious person in their place at least

once a week.

Sharon, this is Harrison.

Harrison, Sharon.

Your knight in shining armor and set designer for the show.

Nice to meet you.

DION: Come on.

Let's see how my masterpiece looks on my favorite model.

I can't wait to see you in this.

Um, Dion?

I'm having trouble drawing up the zipper.

I think it's a little tight.

No worries.

I'll just let it out in a few places

and add another row of cards.

Can you turn and face the mirror?

SHARON (VOICEOVER): Here I was wearing

what could be the next Paris sensation, and all I could see

were problem areas.

OK, I'm finished.

You don't have to make it bigger.

I had like two jumbo muffins and a smoothie this morning.

I'll be a size smaller in plenty of time for the show.

You sure?

It's no problem.

Positive.

SHARON (VOICEOVER): Was it possible that Nina

could be right for the first time in her life?

Maybe I did still have my baby fat.

So how's the fashion show going?

It's the best.

We get to skip to classes tomorrow for rehearsals.

And, of course, Dion's like a fashion genius.

Oh, I like the skipping class perk.

You want me to order you a veggie burger or a tofu wrap?

Actually, I think I'll just have a soda.

Is that what you're going to have?

Yeah, I'm not hungry.

I think I'm coming down with some kind of stomach thing.

Oh, stay away.

[conner sneezes]

Hey, Sharon.

I finally thought of a way you can pay me back.

For what?

For slaying the red-headed dragon lady.

What's her name?

Nina?

Yeah, chivalry doesn't come cheap these days, you know?

What do you have in mind?

HARRISON: You'll see.

You're turn to ask a question.

OK, what's your favorite movie?

"Gidget."

You mean that mushy movie about the girl

who learns how to surf and falls for Moondoggy?

Isn't that a chick flick?

I have a thing for babes on waves.

What's your favorite kind of music?

Rock and roll.

My dad's in a band, so we kind of grew up with it.

HARRISON: No kidding.

That must have been fun on take your kids to work day, huh?

We didn't get to go to work with my dad.

We had to go with my mom, and she's a therapist.

She made us sit-in on her neatness

challenge group therapy sessions.

I think she was hoping it would rub off on us.

Hey, what's with the light?

Sorry about that.

That's OK.

I didn't really mind.

Yeah, I see you met Daryl.

Very versatile.

He runs a DJ company in his spare time,

and now he's doing the lights for the show.

I've heard of him.

That's pretty generous of him to be helping out, huh?

Oh, unlike the rest of us pathetic souls

who have nothing better to do?

Huh?

And now, ladies and gentlemen, introducing our famous MC--

the fabulous Sophie Cats--

last year's Miss Teen Elkford.

Darryl, cut it out.

SHARON (VOICEOVER): Look at her.

I'll bet she didn't even have baby fat when she was a baby.

Hey!

Watch where you paint.

I must have slipped.

Not bad for an amateur.

Want to go grab a bite?

Looking good, guys.

Thanks.

You do too.

I mean, the lights look good.

Right.

Do you want to get something to eat with us?

Sorry, I can't.

Got to finish up here.

Oh, OK.

Well, I guess it's just you and me, Picasso.

Got to stop by my locker first.

Sure, I'll meet you out front.

So you do know that Harrison's got a mad crush on you, right?

What are you talking about?

Harrison and I are just friends.

Yeah?

I don't think he got the memo.

He won't think my going out for a bite

with him is like a date, will he?

What do I know?

Two grilled veggie wraps, a side of pita and hummus,

and a jumbo juice for me.

And, wait for it, a diet soda for the young lady.

It's on me, you know?

The sky's the limit.

Thanks, I'm really not that hungry.

[stomach growls]

Well, the offer's good for the next hour

if you change your mind.

Hey, maybe after this, we can go play

some Frisbee golf in the park?

Frisbee what?

Frisbee golf.

You're looking at the city champ two years in a row.

Oh, look, isn't this sweet?

It's so nice to see kids with healthy appetites these days,

isn't it?

You too are such a perfect match.

Sorry to break it to you, Nina.

But they're all out of the loudmouth special.

It looks like they're probably out of everything by now.

Sorry to interrupt your date, Brace Face.

It's not a d--

We've got to stop meeting like this.

Right.

So, listen, I wanted to tell you something.

I think you should know, I have a boyfriend.

Oh, so who's the lucky guy?

Sean.

You wouldn't know him.

He's from out of town.

Sharon and Sean.

Sharon and Sean.

SHARON (VOICEOVER): I didn't want to lie to Harrison,

but I didn't want to hurt his feelings either.

What else was I supposed to have done?

DION: How we do your hair is key.

It's the ultimate accessory.

Up says serious sophisticated shopaholic.

Down says you don't know why you're a shopaholic,

but somehow you are.

And--

[stomach growls]

Can you move that sandwich?

It's really getting on my nerves.

Yeah.

Peanut butter can really rattle me sometimes too.

How's that supermodel attitude coming?

Kind of hard to have it when you're not actually a model.

So will Sean be coming to the show?

Well--

Who's Sean?

Sharon's boyfriend.

Where have you been?

Her boyfriend?

Yeah, my boyfriend, remember?

The one who has the big camping trip this weekend

so he can't make the show.

Right, how could I forget.

Oh well, his loss.

[bell rings]

Well, that's my cue.

If I'm late for French, Madame [inaudible]

make me wear the giant beret again.

I hate that.

Clashes with the shirt.

See you later.

Why did you tell him you had a boyfriend?

I don't know.

I thought he was about to get all mushy on me,

and I sort of panicked.

What's the big deal?

He's just not my type.

Hmm, why does something suddenly

tell me Harrison would be more your type if he could fit

into Darryl Donaldson's jeans?

That is so not true.

There's tons of reasons why Harrison and I wouldn't work.

Name one.

He's into '50s music and surfing, and I'm not.

And he's into something weird called Frisbee golf.

And I can't even throw a Frisbee.

How much can we possibly have in common?

Yeah, Frisbee golf can be a real deal breaker.

See you at rehearsal.

SHARON (VOICEOVER): Deep down, I knew I

wasn't telling Dion the truth.

But, well, how do I say this without sounding shallow?

I just didn't picture myself with someone

who looked like Harrison.

Was that so terrible?

Work it.

Work it.

Darling, you know I don't get out

of bed for less than $10,000.

And now for something so truly original,

it could be from another planet.

Hey, beautiful.

You want some Chinese noodles?

Hot off the delivery truck.

Daryl, can't you see I'm busy practicing?

How well would I enunciate with noodles

stuck to the top of my mouth?

You beauty queens are all alike.

Always starving yourself for the sake of your career.

Oh, give me a break.

Hey, if that's what it takes to get a bod like yours,

go for it.

Hey Spitz, you hungry?

[stomach growls]

Oh, no thanks.

I'm stuffed from breakfast.

SHARON (VOICEOVER): Losing a few pounds to fit into Dion's

creation was one thing.

Getting Darryl to pay attention to me

required a whole other level of sacrifice.

Hi, Spitz.

Hi, Daryl.

Like your jacket.

I've been looking for one with reflector tape on it.

Oh, well I got it--

I can't remember exactly.

I'll let you know where later.

Great.

Maria, you're not going to believe it!

Daryl said hi to me, and he complimented my jacket, which

means he was checking me out.

My diet's totally paying off.

Diet?

Is that why you've been eating like a mouse?

Ugh, have you looked in the mirror?

You're the last person who needs to be on a diet.

Believe me, losing a few pounds can't hurt.

Yes it can.

See ya.

I've got my final fitting with Dion.

You're right.

It fits perfectly now.

So, Brace Face, how's your imaginary boyfriend?

Doesn't he mind that you're dating Harrison?

Harrison and I are just friends.

He's got a really big heart.

To go with this really big butt.

Sharon!

Ouch!

So what's up with you guys?

If you came over to do homework, you'll have to do it solo.

I have no energy for geometry tonight.

I might even go to bed early.

We just thought we'd drop by.

We thought you might want company for dinner.

We know everybody gets home late tonight.

Yeah.

Oh, that's nice.

But I'm not in the mood for tofu tonight.

I think that's what mom left me in the oven.

You guys can dig in though.

Sharon, you haven't been eating properly.

And you're looking kind of tired too.

Maybe you should see the school nurse.

Relax.

I've only got a couple more pounds to lose.

It's totally under control.

Do you know how many teenagers suffer from some sort

of eating disorder?

You should really talk to someone about this.

Maria, I do not have an eating disorder.

Not yet.

I'm just on a diet.

Anyways, if diets are so bad for you,

then why do women's magazines feature a new one

practically every month?

Besides, every fashion model is as skinny as a stick,

and they're considered the most beautiful women in the world.

See?

MARIA: Well, that doesn't mean it's healthy.

And they airbrush those women like crazy.

I saw it on a documentary.

Don't you get it, Sharon?

Making you feel less-than is big business.

The worse you feel about yourself,

the more products you buy to feel better.

Right.

Except I'm not buying anything.

You know what I mean.

There.

Happy?

We'd be happier if you were happy with your body.

But it's a start.

SHARON (VOICEOVER): Maria was wrong.

I was finally happy.

But how was I ever going to look like this all the time?

Very glam.

I hope those receipts can hold you together because you're

looking a little fragile.

Celine Dion herself could not look better in this dress.

Now, let's see that supermodel attitude.

Well, at least you look the part.

You just need a tad more blush.

You're a little too pale, sweetie.

Sharon!

I barely recognized you.

Thanks.

Think Daryl will like the new me?

I think the old you is just fine.

That hairdo's pretty wild though.

Oh, no!

I left your matching shoes upstairs in the studio.

I'll grab them.

Five minutes everyone.

Here's the directions to the wrap party.

You come tonight, gorgeous?

Sure.

Cool, see you there.

Did he swim in that cologne?

Stop.

It's sexy.

To bad your boyfriend can't make it Brace Face.

Things didn't really work out.

We broke up last night.

NINA: Maybe he was jealous of you and Harrison.

I told you.

I am not going out with Harrison.

You do spend like all your time with him.

Sure, as a friend.

But I don't like him that way, OK?

I mean, hello.

Look at him.

Oh, no.

Harrison, wait.

I'm sorry.

Come back.

No time.

You're on in two.

Looks like you finally found your supermodel attitude.

SHARON (VOICEOVER): What kind of person had I turned into?

Harrison was one of the best guys I had ever met,

and I put him down so I could look good?

If only I could make it better.

If only I could eat.

It's OK, Sharon.

You're going to be fine.

Let's get you backstage.

Hey.

You're going to be OK.

Just relax.

OK.

Morning, sunshine.

Where am I?

Backstage.

You fainted on the catwalk.

So much for my modeling career.

No one will forget your performance, that's for sure.

Maria went to get you some food.

Where's Daryl?

I'll see if I can find some more ice

I'll come with you.

Daryl took off for the party already.

Didn't want to miss out on any of the action.

Why didn't you go with him?

Hey, I've been friends with the guy since third grade,

but I'd never go out on a date with him.

He's not my type.

Listen, Maria told me about your crash diet.

You could have really hurt yourself doing that.

I know.

I've been doing a lot of stupid things this week.

I'm going to go grab my bag.

I'm sorry for what I said.

I mean, I'm really, really sorry.

That's OK.

I'm fine with the way I look.

It's just lousy that you aren't.

If you haven't already guessed,

I've been a little insecure about looks lately--

mostly my own.

I wish you could see yourself the way I see you.

You'd never worry about your looks again.

I thought we were friends, Sharon?

We are!

Just give me another chance.

Let's go to the party together, and I'll prove it.

All I could find was some juice.

Ready to go?

You and Harrison are going together?

Mm-hmm.

Turns out we're both Frisbee golf addicts.

It comes from having two older brothers.

Are you coming?

Actually, no.

I've got a better idea.

Hey!

Sorry, I'm starving.

I'll overlook it this one time.

I'm just glad you finally came to your senses.

I mean, look around you, Sharon--

all shapes and sizes, right?

I'm just glad I don't have to stick to that stupid diet

anymore.

The kind of guy I want to date wouldn't mind if I

ate the rest of your fries.

But I would.

Get your own!

[MUSIC - SAILOR MOON, "BRACEFACE THEME SONG"]