'Project Runway' Recap: Episode 5

Who else watched yesterday's episode and originally thought that the contestants were designing something to do with 'Ghostbusters'? Unfortunately, it turned out to be a paintball-related challenge. Although it was boring watching the designers shoot paint at each other, the rest of the episode was pretty awesome. Why? Because it was another team challenge. There was so much crying, whining, and even backstabbing. It was glorious. Let's take a look at some of the memorable parts of the fifth episode of the season.

BEST

confessional gold

Contestants love to talk shit about each other, especially during the confessionals. Swapnil has been giving some hilarious commentary this season. In yesterday's episode he had some funny comments about the other team's collection:

Amanda is finally out

I was so sick of seeing Amanda cry and complain. Yes, group challenges are hard, but you still made this hideous outfit. Even the beautiful model looked frumpy in the dress. Nina Garcia referred to it as a tent, and she was spot on. The judges made the right decision to send Amanda home.

drama

It's pretty common in group challenges for people to conspire to throw someone under the bus. But here's the thing, has there ever been an episode where we actually see a contestant figure this out before the runway show? In yesterday's episode, Laurie reveals to Ashley the alleged plot by Candice, Amanda and Kelly to throw Ashley under the boss during the critique. This scene was so juicy. It was right out of a soap opera.

WORST

This week's episode clearly focused on the fact that Ashley got picked last. Of course getting picked last sucks. But you know what's worst than that? Letting it get to you. I was pretty shocked at Ashley's breakdown over getting chosen last. Sure, it was surprising. It was pretty stupid of Candice to choose Amanda over Ashley. What was she thinking? But has anyone in the history of 'Project Runway' ever had such a meltdown over getting chosen last like Ashley did? It really did feel like a 'Project Runway' first. It's usually not that big of a deal. She should have used the opportunity to create something cool to show them. Instead, she ranted a lot about the ordeal, and lost focus as a designer. The outfit she created was not her best work.

I actually don't have anything else to list in my 'worst' section. 'Gunn and Heid' was a dramatic episode filled with lots of surprises. Even Jake turned out to be a great team player, despite his disastrous collaboration with Lindsey a couple episodes back.  Some of the girls tried to throw Ashley under the bus, and it didn't even work! Even if their plan had succeeded, I bet you my life that Tim Gunn would have used his save on her. All in all, not the most interesting premise for a challenge, but it did provide some quality drama! Can't wait for next week!