RSVP Now! The episode opens with Marco Mejia’s (Miss Benny) introduction. Julia (Diana Maria Riva) tells him that she enrolled him in the paralegal training program. He reminds her of his being a “beauty professional.” She stresses the importance of moving past his department store beauty consultant job. She demands he pay rent from here on out. He questions the legalities of paying rent to his mother before asking if an attorney is present. He admits to believing his life would be so much more.

Dana (Meher Pavri) asks Marcos if he can convince a customer to make a big purchase. He is shocked to discover the customer is none other than Madolyn Addison (Kim Cattrall). He is even more surprised when she asks him to do her makeup. While applying her makeup, he says her cosmetic line is no longer a big seller She reminds him of “Glamorous by Madeline’s “classic look.” He suggests consumers want more like him. He says makeup allows him to be anyone, other than the Marco who lives with his mother. Inspecting her new look, she describes his work as “beautiful” before agreeing to help him reach his sales quota. In a non-subtle way, she invites him to come to work for her.

When Marco informs Julia of Madolyn’s job offer, she says “no” because it is an “easy way out.” She reminds him of how he isn’t fond of working. He assures her that he invites a lot of work into his videos. She asks how they have helped him so far. He says, “Nowhere.” Relenting, she tells him to enjoy working for Madolyn, earning herself a quick hug.

Marco speaks to a company representative when Madolyn’s first assistant, Venetia (Jade Payton) says he is late. Marco blames his being behind schedule on the train. She suggests working on it before identifying herself. She escorts him past a room where Chad Addison is running on a treadmill. Chad jokes about having the same stilettos as Marco. He admits to being “gay” but on a different level than him. Marco points out the tension between the two of them. Venetia sarcastically says Chad got his job because he is Madolyn’s son. Ben (Michael Hsu Rosen) and Britt (Ayesha Harris) approach as she explains the “Product Design” department. Ben excitedly offers him his beverage.

Marco invites Alyssasays “Alyssa” (Lisa Gilroy) to follow him on social media. Declining the offer, she reminds him of his meager 1k followers, 500 of which are bots. She guarantees a collaboration would send his follower count soaring when Nowhere (Kaleb Horn) passes by. Madolyn walks in to see Marco admiring her many professional accomplishments. He asks if she misses modeling. She says that part of her life is over.

Marco tells his followers about his first day at “Glamorous” by Madolyn. As he boasts of thriving in his new position, his many mishaps play in the background. Britt reminds Venetia what happened after Madolyn hired her. Venetia says Madolyn fired her first assistant. Britt assures her that her job is secure because Marco is a “flop.” Flipping off the camera, Marco’ smile turns to concern when Julia passes his room.

Madolyn and Chad discuss the company’s lower sales. She suggests retail is down because they utilize the same sales pitch year after year. After suggesting selling the company to “Vendemaire,” he claims she can keep her position. Venetia tells her that Marco is on his way. Chad sarcastically says Marco go caught up in creating content for his channel. Madolyn admits to liking Marco because he sees things from the consumer’s perspective. Venetia offers to show him how things are done before asking if she will be around. Madolyn and Chad make their departure without commenting. She sends Marco a text, ordering him to get there now.

Hopping in an Uber, Marco orders the driver to speed to his destination. After a quick greeting, Parker (Graham Parkhurst) informs him of it being his Uber. Marco breaks down when he realizes Parker is correct. Their destination is Hudson Yards. Marco admits to failing at his new job, even though makeup is him. Parker urges him to stick with it before assuring him that everyone makes mistakes. Marco is out of the car when Parker sees he left his bag. As he joins his colleagues, Britt tries to convince Ben to ask him out. Chad reveals their new gondola, retail display. Madolyn says there is no difference in their existing gondola. He points out the new round knobs. She asks if the similar design is what he got from six months of research. He asks why change the design when their customers like it.

Madolyn asks for the new product prototypes which Marco left in the Uber. Chad terminates him for losing their trade secrets. Madolyn backs Chad’s decision. Marco promises to never forget the experience before leaving. Chad warns it could impact their Vandemaire acquisition. She assures him that everything will be okay if they restart from scratch. He questions if her decision to hire Marco had something to do with her believing he doesn’t have ideas. She says Marco understands their customers. When he says, “And, I don’t,” she walks away without responding. He promises to make it right.

Britt catches Venetia snooping into Madolyn’s laptop. Venetia tells her that she only wants to validate Marco was hired to replace her. Reminding her of Marco’s termination, Britt assures her job is secure. Venetia says Madolyn has not promoted her once in her three-year tenure. After a stern termination warning, Britt convinces her to go home.

Julie tells Marco about her career dreams before he was born. She admits to being “hard” on him because he is the only thing that matters to her. If he fails, so does she before ordering him to get his job back. He reminds her of his losing the product samples. An Internet search for gyms in Hudson Yards renders “Equinox.” He scams his way into the gym without a membership. As he gives up, Parker is standing in front of the mirror. After returning his bag, Parker gives him a bit of advice about calling men “straight boy.” Dressed in gym gear, he drops the bag on the table before giving a spiel about getting better. He describes the gondola as a “joke.” He asks Madolyn what happened to the “queen” who succeeded in building Glamorous despite the negativity. Madolyn orders Chad to toss the product prototypes, they can do better.

Marco hops on the elevator with Ben. He asks if he would like to hang out sometimes. After an initial refusal, Ben accepts his offer. He is dancing when Britt suggests his excitement is related to a date with Marco. Ben denies the allegation. Marco delivers an iced coffee to Venetia. Before heading to the restroom, Venetia promises to not let him fail. She is in the restroom when Chad enters. He asks her opinion of Marco. She admits to be concerned about losing her job. After warning that Marco will interfere with their Vandemaire acquisition. He suggests ruining him. She refuses to get him terminated. He says she must “fight” to “win” as the episode ends.

 

Glamorous Cast

• Venetia (Jade Payton)
• Madolyn Addison (Kim Catrall)
• Chad (Zane Phillips)
• Julia (Diana Maria Riva)
• Nowhere (Kaleb Horn)
• Marco Mejia (Miss Benny)
• Ben (Michael Hsu Rosen)
• Alyssasays “Alyssa” (Lisa Gilroy)
• Britt (Ayesha Harris)

Where To Watch Glamorous

Glamorous, directed by Todd Strauss-Schulson, premiered on Thursday, June 22, 2023, on Netflix.

Where Was Glamorous Filmed

Filming locations for Glamorous were in Ontario, Ontario in Canada.

Glamorous Synopsis

Retail makeup consultant, Marco scores a career opportunity with “Glamorous by Madolyn.” The promise of a good first impression of him is ruined by his being late on the first day. Letting his nerves get the best of him, it is mishap after mishap. For Glamorous, the last straw is when he loses product prototypes.

Julia refuses to let Marco be a failure because it would make her a failure. She orders him to find the prototypes and convince Madolyn to rehire him. He tracks the product samples to a Hudson Yards’ gym, Equinox, that Parker frequents. Scamming his way into the facility without a membership, he is ready to give up when Parker appears. Parker returns his bag but not without a word of advice.

Marco returns the product samples to Madolyn. Chad who has other plans isn’t keen on rehiring him. He wants to sell Glamorous to Vandemaire. While agreeing with his plan, Marco is unknowingly encouraging her to rethink her decision. She orders the prototypes scrapped and rehires Marco.

Madolyn’s top assistant, Venetia becomes concerned about Marco’s employment after realizing she was hired as the second assistant. She wasn’t promoted to top assistant until Madolyn fired her top assistant. Chad forcefully convinces her to help him get Marco terminated.

Glamorous Review

Not the typical professional series but inspirational nonetheless. The cinematography is good as well as the acting. The script stayed on target with the plot which is pleasantly surprising.

As a fairly new actress, Miss Benny is perfect for the role of Marco. It would be a lie to say the screenplay is “perfect” but worth a watch. Consider it like this, every workplace, even a luxury cosmetic company, is far from perfect. The same goes for employees.

The episode deserves a 5.8. Get more Glamorous recaps here. Support Reel Mockery by clicking the link. Learn how our advertising can help you build your brand awareness by speaking with a customer support agent.