We loved the return of Gwyneth Paltrow’s inappropriate substitute teacher Holly Holliday last night on Glee — even with her awkward sexy dancing — but we have to say, in an episode that featured both a leather-clad Oscar winner and Greek hunk John Stamos, Naya Rivera managed to steal the whole show with a powerful, real performance — and a plot twist.
First of all, we all love our Warblers (Fox is counting on it) — here they are getting their sexy on while performing Neon Trees’ “Animal” for a bunch of prep school girls. Swoon! (Sorry, ladies, Blaine’s bedroom eyes he’s throwing at you during this number are just for show.)
The episode, titled “Sexy”, involved a lot of talk about sex — having it (Holly, Quinn and Finn), not having it (Emma), filming it (Puck and Lauren) — but we were most captivated by Brittany and Santana’s undefined relationship. The two chums are still having “Sweet Valley Kisses” behind closed doors, and Brittany wants to finally talk about what’s going on. Santana agrees to a brief sit down with Holly, but ultimately singing the Dixie Chicks’ version of Fleetwood Mac’s “Landslide” while Gwyneth gets her “Country Strong” on is what allows Santana to let her guard down and tap into her true feelings.
Santana finally opens up to Brittany, explaining that she’s a bitch because she wants to hide how she really feels: she’s in love with her. Brittany says she loves her, too… but she also loves Artie, and won’t break up with him because she doesn’t want to hurt him.
We have a feeling Brittany loves Santana and Artie the way she loves colorful socks and pancakes. Poor Santana — she finally reveals her true feelings, and she gets rejected. Bad news for her, but Naya Rivera really gets a chance to do something other than act snappy and talk about bangin’ dudes.
What did you think of last night’s episode? And do you think Santana will ever come out to anybody but Brittany?
I loved this episode. it was heart wenching and beautiful. I think that Britt does have feelings for Santana. Hope that she realizes that. :)
Naya Rivera was just awesome. She portrayed Santana so well. Brittany probably just feels guilty about dumping Artie and needs to realize that she loves Santana!
I loved this episode with all my heart. Naya Rivera did a stunning job at portraying a real emotional struggle. It broke my heart that Brittany turned her down for Artie, but I’m hoping that eventually the will be together. Kudos to Glee and especially Naya!
I think Brittany really does have feelings for both Artie and Santana and is choosing Artie over Santana due to loyalty/his being a great boyfriend. I think the whole situation is quite unfortunate but realistic; when Brittany wanted to get emotionally closer to Santana, Santana wasn’t haven’t any of it. I hope that Santana has the courage to dump Sam and only get with girls now that we know that’s what will really make her happy.
I loved this episode so much! Naya Rivera was simply amazing! Loved the Warblers and the Crawford girls-hope the girls are written and have a diva-off with the Glee girls! Ponytail girl jumping up and down and smiling at beginning is super cute!
Naya Rivera was fantastic and that last scene might have been one of the best this show has ever done. As much as I want her and Brittany together, I’m glad that Brittany had enough sense not to drop her current relationship just like that. It shows some growth on her part as well. She may love/care for Artie but I think she’s IN love with Santana, and thats probably something she needs to figure out for herself.
Naya is amazinggg
Its amazing how close this hit to home. I remember what it was like not being out in high school and having that one friend I was in love with. She also broke my heart when she told me she didn’t want to be with me because her religion condemned it… The emotion Naya is able to portray is incredible. It made it seem like she really was in love with Brittany. I hope they do get together because it would show that they have the courage to be who they are despite the criticism of the people at their school. Its really hard living in a small town like that. I should know! My high school was really small and it made it hard for me to do this same thing. Bravo to fox and the makers of glee for exploring this and giving young gay people someone to relate to.
First of all I want to say that the scene between santana and brittney was amazing, you ladies finally had a chance to show off your acting chops, my hats off to both of you. 2nd as much as I want them to be together, I think it showed that brittney does have a heart and is not just a school slut that she didnt want to just break up with artie to be with santana. So good move glee cant wait to see how this plays out, but I am pulling for brittney and santana!!!
amazing episode. paltrow’s performances were good, warblers were good, the sex talk between kurt and his pops was really cool, will’s love life is finally picking up yay! Dont know how i feel about finn and quinn..?. Musical choices were excellent. santana’s performance was amazing. Naya is HOTTTT
Naya needs an emmy! I heard a ‘Landslide’ the night after episode 14 aired, and I played it over and over, and I knew Naya and Gwenyth would be singing it, but I never could have imagined she’d sing it to Brittany. And im my opinion, it was sad that Brittany’s lack of intelligence made it that much harder for Santana to try and explain that she loved her. No matter what though, i’ve always shipped Brittana/Santittany, and I will fight for them! Can’t wait for this coming Tuesday to see what the new episode will bring – my hat goes off to Naya and Heather for this weeks episode though. <3
Thank you Glee for putting real issues on the show. Kids shouldn’t have to worry about being hated for how they feel .They should know that more people feel this way and they are not alone. Naya is Amazing. I’ve watched the scene over and over and everytime it’s incredible. i think Naya is my new girl crush with Heather a close second. Love Curt’s dad too.
AMAZING topics, performances, AMAZING!
Hmm…Brittany needs to sort her “Arty” relationship out & pursue Santana! Brittany pushed Santana to introspect & open up about her true feelings. BRITTANY give “BRITTANA” a CHANCE! Besides, the “BRITTART” shipper is NOT APPEALING (lol)!
Ms Rivera, you pulled my heart-strings with your very natural & real performance. Your character & “Landslide” made me realize how we often go through life afraid…so this weekend, I too will express my feelings, long hidden, to a special someone. Thank-you GLEE :-)