Ep 3. The Kiss Off Begins
- June 15, 1999
The Real World season 8 episode 3, titled "The Kiss Off Begins," follows the seven housemates as they continue to adjust to their new living situation in the SoHo loft. The episode picks up where the previous one left off, with Flora and Mike engaged in a heated argument over a kiss that Flora gave to someone else. Tension between the two has been building since the beginning of the season, and it finally comes to a head in this episode.
Meanwhile, the other housemates are dealing with their own issues. Genesis is struggling with her confidence as a singer, and worries that she won't be able to make it in the industry. Matt is feeling lonely and homesick, and begins to question his decision to leave his small town in Ohio for the big city. And Amaya is still trying to figure out her sexuality, and is unsure whether she wants to continue seeing her girlfriend back home.
As the episode progresses, tensions in the house continue to rise. Flora and Mike's argument escalates, and the other housemates are forced to take sides. Some defend Flora, while others think that she was in the wrong for kissing someone else while she's involved with Mike.
In the midst of all this drama, the housemates are also given a group project to work on. They're tasked with putting on a talent show, which will be judged by a panel of local celebrities. Each of the housemates is asked to showcase their talents, with Genesis belting out a song and Matt revealing his poetry skills. The talent show is a hit, and the judges are impressed by the group's creativity and talent.
At the end of the episode, the housemates gather for a group meeting to discuss the tension that's been brewing between Flora and Mike. Tempers flare, and the conversation quickly becomes heated. Ultimately, the group decides that Flora has to make a decision: either she has to commit to Mike and stop flirting with other guys, or they'll have to end things for good.
Overall, "The Kiss Off Begins" is a dramatic episode that showcases the Real World's signature mix of conflict and camaraderie. The housemates are forced to confront their differences and work together as a team. Fans of the show won't want to miss this action-packed installment.