Ep 10. What A Dahl

In the tenth episode of the sixth season of the reality competition show Face Off, titled "What A Dahl", the remaining contestants are tasked with creating alien creatures inspired by the works of beloved children's author Roald Dahl.

The episode starts with the contestants arriving at a whimsical Dahl-inspired set, surrounded by giant lollipops and a giant peach. Host McKenzie Westmore then introduces the challenge to the contestants: to create an original alien inspired by the fantastical worlds of Roald Dahl's literature. The judges specifically ask for creatures that are frightening and sinister, in contrast to Dahl's lighthearted and humorous style.

As the contestants sketch out their ideas, they begin to explore the works of Roald Dahl, such as James and the Giant Peach, The BFG, and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, for inspiration. Several contestants decide to focus on the Oompa Loompas, while others are inspired by Dahl's vivid descriptions of giant insects and whimsical characters.

After the sketches are completed, the contestants begin crafting their makeups. They focus on intricate details, with some contestants even sculpting tiny insects to add to their aliens. As the contestants work, they discuss the challenges that come with creating an alien inspired by a beloved children's author. They worry about doing justice to Roald Dahl's legacy while also creating a terrifying and unique creature.

As the day comes to an end, the contestants pack up their supplies and head back to the house to rest. They discuss their respective makeups, hoping to get feedback from their competitors. As the night wears on, the contestants become increasingly anxious about the upcoming judges' critique.

On the day of the reveal, the judges arrive to inspect the aliens. There are a variety of different concepts, with some aliens resembling insects and others looking more humanoid. The judges focus on the details of each makeup, asking the contestants about their inspiration and execution. There are a few standout makeups, including an alien that resembles a carnivorous plant and another that looks like a monster straight out of a sci-fi horror film.

After the judges have inspected each makeup, they deliberate and eventually declare a winner. The contestant with the best makeup is rewarded with an immunity from elimination in the next round. The bottom two contestants are then chosen, and one of them is eliminated from the competition.

Overall, "What A Dahl" is a fun and creative episode that showcases the contestants' talent for creating intricate and imaginative makeups. The challenge of creating scary aliens based on the whimsical works of Roald Dahl adds an interesting dimension to the competition, and it's exciting to see how each contestant interprets the assignment. Despite the stress and pressure of the competition, the episode also highlights the camaraderie and support that the contestants share, as they encourage each other and offer feedback throughout the process.