Monday, November 24, 2008

Vinny Chase, Queen of the Ninny-Whinnies


In the season finale of Entourage the boys return to their roots. Vinny always said if the Hollywood thing didn't work out he would go home to Queens. And so he does. Partying every night,  it's almost as if they didn't leave L.A. The only difference is Vince cannot secure an acting job.

At last I realized why. Vincent Chase is Queen of the Ninny-Whinnies. Of all the characters on the show, Vinny is the most pathetic. He is the epitome of a pretty boy, nothing to offer except for his charm and good looks. After the charm wears off, we are left with his utter mediocrity.

When Vince finds out that Gus Van Sant doesn't want him for his next movie, Vince flips out on E and ends their professional relationship. Umm excuse me, but if anyone should take the blame, it should be Vince. The reason he got himself into this predicament is simple. Vinny can't act, and Hollywood is finally realizing the truth about its beloved boy from Queens.

Unfortunately, the show sacrifices reality for the played out happy ending. Vince gets a call from Martin Scorcese and now the scene is set for the upcoming season. Vinny will star in a modern day version of The Great Gatsby.

What's next? Vincent Chase wins an Oscar. Hey, they have given it to the wrong man before.

Conclusion: Overall this has been a much improved season, especially after the Medellin debacle. However, the show needs to give more face time to the other Chase brother, Johnny Drama. At least Turtle is finally getting a storyline and E is finding success with other clients.

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