"Total Drama" Basic Straining (TV Episode 2007) Poster

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(2007)

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The best episode so far
Sapphify5 October 2021
Warning: Spoilers
This episode stood out to me in comparison to the rest. Chef is hosting this episode, giving a breath of fresh air. It gives us more of an impression of who he is as a character. It's entertaining seeing Duncan test how far he can push him. Moments like the thriller parody were fun too.

This one is very focused, instantly setting up Harold's feelings towards Duncan, which pays off at the elimination later. I like how Duncan and Courtney develop; After seeing Duncan's softer side a couple episodes ago, Courtney shows she kept the secret, and he teaches her how to be more rebellious. Despite being opposites, they bring out the best in eachother.

Unlike most of the other relationships on this show, it wasn't love at first sight. That's why their relationship is way more interesting than the others, seeing them develop over time, making it more rewarding when they finally get together. Plus their opposite personalities interacting with eachother is always funny, with some of the best moments being in this episode.

The elimination might be unfair, but I can buy Chris not caring because he makes the rules up as he goes along and always wants drama. Harold choosing to eliminate Courtney rather than Duncan makes perfect sense as Duncan doesn't care about being eliminated, but does care about being in the game without Courtney.
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