Remodeled

TV review by Melissa Camacho, Common Sense Media
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Common Sense says

age 12+

Model agency makeover show has lots of yelling, cursing.

CW Reality TV 2012
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Parents say

age 14+

Based on 3 reviews

Kids say

age 13+

Based on 1 review

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A Lot or a Little?

The parents' guide to what's in this TV show.

What Parents Need to Know

Parents need to know that this modeling agency makeover docuseries features lots of yelling and iffy language ("hell," "ass"; stronger words are bleeped, with mouths blurred). While the show is mostly focused on the industry side of the business, it also manages to incorporate story lines about aspiring models. The show references fashion magazines like GQ and Seventeen, as well as designers like Tommy Hilfiger. Some modeling images feature women in sexy bathing suits and men without shirts, though there's a surprising lack of discussion about body type, beauty, or other issues normally associated with modeling.

Community Reviews

Canadian Parent
Canadian Parent Adult
September 7, 2012
age 14+

A dose of reality

If you think modeling is 'fun' or a 'really easy way to make money' then you NEED to see this show. Yes, Paul is abrasive, but guess what? The modelling industry is rife with people who are going to take advantage/abuse potential models. Paul is giving a glimpse of the tough world that it really is. Yes, the series could be more polished, Paul could wear his 'nice' face - but that ain't modelling. This series takes the bloom off the rose. Bottom line, don't model unless you are very secure and can handle a tough, tough business.
nickybla
nickybla Adult
February 1, 2012
age 14+

Must Watch

I think this is a MUST WATCH for any family that has a child interested in the modeling world, this shows what it's really like.
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What's the Story?

REMODELED is a reality series in which modeling industry insider Paul Fisher attempts to change the modeling world one agency at a time. The industry veteran has linked 50 small agencies from around the world to create The Network, which Fisher hopes will help keep the agencies from losing their successful models to large New York or Los Angeles firms. It also helps aspiring models from the networked agencies with their careers. Each week Fisher, The Network's \"New Faces\" assistant Anna Alschbach, and Fisher's snarky driver/administrative assistant Joseph visit one of the networked agencies to evaluate its business strategy and give it a much needed makeover. Meanwhile, V.P. Olga Tavarez and J.T., The Network's \"New Faces\" director, work with aspiring models handpicked from the network of agencies to help jump start their careers. It's tough all around, but Fisher and his team are committed to creating the next generation of supermodels while changing the way the modeling industry currently does business.

Is It Any Good?

Remodeled highlights what it takes to have a successful modeling agency, including knowing all the details of the fashion industry, preparing models for castings, and keeping bookable models from signing on with their competitors. It also shows some of the pressures that models face when trying to break into the business, like being prepared for constant rejection.

Unfortunately, the parts of the show that focus on Fisher's attempts to "remodel" the agencies suffer from too much repetition and too much unappealing attitude from Fisher. The parts that target new models going on calls to designers are more interesting, but they don't go into too much depth. Still, viewers entertained by the modeling and fashion world will no doubt find at least portions of this voyeuristic look into the modeling world worth watching.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about the modeling business in the media. Why are people interested in learning more about the modeling industry? What makes modeling an appealing topic for a reality show? How realistic are these shows in depicting the modeling industry?

  • What kinds of messages are shows like this offering about what makes people attractive? Are these looks realistic for most people? Parents: How can we talk about media images and positive body image?

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