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Veronica Mars: Punk to Prep

October 24, 2006

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20061024_mars_260x220.jpgGoodby CBGB-chip and hello Dartmouth-style Prep. That’s the trajectory for the CW’s (only?) star … other than Tyra Banks.

The title character of the CW series has left high school this season and is going to college, doffing her dark threads and spiked tresses for something a little more stylish.

Just don't call it ''mainstream,'' says Kristen Bell, who plays Veronica.

''It's simply that she doesn't feel the need to spike her hair up and wear so much black leather and stuff that's tough,'' Bell says of her character.

''A lot of kids dress to conceal themselves a little bit ... Veronica dressed really tough because she felt hurt and vulnerable and dressed to try to combat that. But now I think she's sort of accepting who she is; she's not feeling the need to be so punky.''

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Comments

Heather wrote:

Veronica Mars is one of the best shows on tv today. You just need to give it a chance.

Meghann wrote:

I love this show, they do nt need to cancel it I just started watching this season and it is good!

Edgeoforever wrote:

Best thing on CW. What am I saying? The ONLY good thing.

ICG wrote:

Yes, Veronica is "tough", but she's afraid that she'll "lose" that imagine if she's "prettied-up"?? Um... HELLO!!! Ever watch ANY episode of "Buffy the Vampireslayer"?? I don't remember her ever having to look like, nor was she ever dressed "punk"... and she was definietly TOUGH

Kevin wrote:

This is a great show. While I may not watch it every week, it is a series where I purchase the DVD set and rewatch often.

Sarah wrote:

Veronica Mars to me does not dress Punk. She is dressed like most teens today and to be honest most teens wear jeans and t-shirts not short little skirts and tank tops. I applaude the fact that they have not degraded her by making her look like just another hollywood idea of a girl. She looks normal and is pretty but doesn't flaunt it in an overly sexy way. this show is watched by younger girls...for once they can see someone on tv with some self respect. Tuesday on CW has done a good job of giving girls a look at self respecting women.

Tim wrote:

If you are a guy, and watch this show....

Editor's Note: Tim, this comment is rude, baseless, and being edited. Please keep your comments clean if you would like to continue to participate on BrilliantButCancelled.com.

Jerry Hinkle wrote:

I LOVE THIS SHOW

Jan wrote:

Veronica Mars is still great, but I agree it has lost some of the edginess it had in the beginning. Even Logan has become an old softie. I'm still loving the spark between Veronica and Weevil and I think it's about time they move it forward a bit. I'd also like to see more of San Diego highlighted.

tam wrote:

I watch only two TV shows, and Veronica Mars is one of them. I would be unbearably upset if it got cancelled. It's one of the only smart shows on TV!

mesmerizer wrote:

The charactors aren't spread out like they used to be.Too much Logan.WAY TOO MUCH DICKY C.His family is basically out of the picture,so we don't even need him.Wallace is her best friend or at least was.Seeing Laura San Giacomo come to Keith for help to see if her husband was cheating was cool,but it would have been better if he was and they could have started a little something.Kinda like they had on "Don't Shoot Me".Weevil has become a non player.I still love the show,but the drama is slipping.

Kevin wrote:

Veronica Mars, is the best, the CW needs to renew it for a full season and renew it for a at least two or three more seasons, if it dosen't jump the shark in between this season.

jai wrote:

i am addicted to this show. i watch every week and even watch the reruns. i love the storylines and the characters. i do wonder why they got rid of "duncan" but i'm sure they'll throw him back into the mix eventually. this show is witty and smart and veronica is still tough and sassy without the "punk" look. i pray they don't cancel this show!

weetzie wrote:

if veronica mars gets cancelled i will not watch any other show on the CW. this is one of the most original teen shows that i have seen in years. and it is smart enough to be enjoyable for adults of all ages. i just hope that i can continue to watch it for seasons to come.

Wen wrote:

I started watching last season and this is a great show. The CW's line up leaves much room for improvement, other then 7th Heaven which I haven't watched in years,and Reba which is funny, Veronica is the only thing worth watching on this poor excuse for a channel.

Marissa wrote:

As far as her new attire. Am I the only one that watches the ads? Tuesday nights are sponsored by American Eagle now. Hello? Anyone else filling in the blanks yet? Fun show though.

Dan Steinmiller wrote:

I don't think this is the best show on The CW(that honor goes to Supernatural)but its one of two shows I enjoy from the newly merged network.

Jennifer wrote:

Veronica Mars is the only show that I watch regularly on the CW, and if it's cancelled, I won't watch any. I love this show because there's nothing else like it on tv. My only problem with V is that she's too tough sometimes when it comes to love. Her life since Lilly's murder and her mom's abandonment & theft, etc. helped to make her that way, but she was always able to recapture her softer side with her dad and Logan. It seems though that Logan just can't bring it out in her like he used to. Maybe he's done too much too many times, but if the girl really loves him then she needs to cut him some slack. Getting mad because he hired someone to be her anonymous bodyguard behind her back when he knew she was in danger? That's sweet, not creepy and nothing to get mad about. The way she lives her life, she needs one. Her independence seems to have gone overboard a bit and the writers need to calm it down some. Logan has been protective of her since season one and she loved it back then since it's what prompted their first kiss. So, what happened? Other than that, the show is real and it's entertaining and it's positive. Veronica is a strong character who stands up for herself and helps others and who is smart and funny and resourceful. Don't make me lose the one show I actually look forward to.

Natalie wrote:

Veronica Mars is the best show on T.V. but the problem that makes its ratings lower than other CW shows is that it's not available on any other networks. Gilmore Girls, Smallville, Supernatural, and 7th heaven are on normal networks and then get more viewers. People end up having to download the episodes on the internet or just don’t know about the show and miss out (which is a real shame because its THE BEST SHOW EVER!... and I know, I own every season to almost every good show thats been out in the last 15 years!) This show can not be cancelled, give it a chance and it will be better than anything prior to it!

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