The Curse

7 Comments | "The Curse, Asher Siegel, bankruptcy, Emma Stone, Family Makeovers, HGTV, Home Makeovers, Horror, House Flipping, Mortgage, Nathan Fielder, reality tv, TV Comedy, Whitney Siegel | By nelly17 | October 13, 2023 | 2 minutes of reading

The Curse” is a TV series that is likely inspired by the controversies surrounding “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.” This reality show was known for providing life-changing home makeovers to middle-class families, fulfilling their dreams of having a new home. While receiving a free home makeover may seem like a dream come true, it’s important to note that in America, if your house becomes bigger, the mortgage you have to pay also increases. Furthermore, it may not seem worth it to keep paying the mortgage for a large house once all the children have grown up, graduated, and moved out. Many families featured on “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” filed for bankruptcy because they couldn’t afford the taxes and mortgage payments for these extravagant homes.In “The Curse,” we follow a married couple who hosts an HGTV show called “Flipanthropy,” which draws inspiration from the controversial reality TV show. Asher Siegel, portrayed by Nathan Fielder, and his wife Whitney Siegel, played by Emma Stone, are popular for providing home makeovers to the impoverished town of Espanola.

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“The Curse” is a comedy that seamlessly blends different genres, such as horror, humor, and home makeovers. Asher and his wife, Whitney, are well-known for hosting a popular HGTV house flipping show in which they provide home makeovers to families in need. However, the idyllic image of home makeovers has evolved over the years. Rising mortgage prices and children moving out after graduation have led many families who received these extravagant makeovers to declare bankruptcy.Asher and Whitney may present themselves as a friendly all-American couple who love helping people on camera, but behind the scenes, they reveal a snobbish and conceited side. One day, Asher, seeking to enhance his on-camera image, gave a little girl a $20 bill while the cameras were rolling. However, when the cameras were turned off, he took the $20 bill back from the girl. The little girl, feeling wronged, uttered a curse upon Asher. From that moment, Asher and Whitney experienced a series of unimaginable misfortunes.

The Curse will premiere on the 10th of November in Paramount + Showtime.

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danielminjun

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#1 Oct 18, 2023

You know, I can see how the show is trying to comment on the dark side of reality TV. It's sad to think that people faced bankruptcy after getting a home makeover. This show might expose some uncomfortable truths.

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Heather

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#2 Oct 18, 2023

Remember when movie stars and TV stars were worlds apart? It's quite a shift to see someone like Emma Stone, who's had major success on the big screen, now doing a TV show. I've noticed this trend too, with many movie stars venturing into television. It makes you wonder, are their film careers in trouble, or are they recognizing the potential of streaming shows surpassing cinema? It's a sign of how the entertainment industry is evolving.

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Nadz234

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#3 Oct 18, 2023

Wow, this article really got me thinking. I mean, sure, it's a TV show, but it's highlighting a real issue that a lot of folks might not consider. I watched "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" back in the day, and I loved seeing families get these amazing home makeovers. But, like they say, there's no such thing as a free lunch, man. Bigger house, bigger bills, right? It's kind of a curse in itself, how these families ended up in bankruptcy just because of a well-intentioned TV show

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Melbourner

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#4 Oct 18, 2023

This whole idea behind "The Curse" seems kind of eerie, you know? It's like a cautionary tale of good intentions gone bad. The story about Asher taking back that $20 bill from a little girl, that's just plain wrong. I mean, come on, they're supposed to be helping people. If there's any truth to this curse, it's a lesson in humility, I guess. It's sad to think how they might've changed from the friendly couple they show on TV. And what's even more bizarre is how the show is mixing comedy, horror, and home makeovers. It's like they're trying to mess with our heads.

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Merchant

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#5 Oct 18, 2023

You know, I've always had mixed feelings about these home makeover shows. On the surface, it's all about making people's lives better, and who wouldn't love a beautiful new home? But when you dig deeper, like this article does, you start to realize the hidden costs. It's a harsh reality that getting a bigger house often means bigger bills, and that can lead to financial disaster. "The Curse" seems to be a satirical take on this, but it's also bizarre with the horror element. Asher and Whitney's on-camera persona doesn't match their behind-the-scenes actions, and that's disturbing. The curse part adds a unique twist, and I'm curious to see how it plays out. But I'll approach this show with a skeptical eye.

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#6 Oct 18, 2023

Why's Emma Stone doing a TV show instead of Cruella 2 or Amazing Spider-Man 3?

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Nubian Princess

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#7 Oct 18, 2023

I'm a massive Emma Stone fan! She's mostly portrayed these goody two-shoes characters, and while she did take on Cruella's role, as you said, it was more of an antihero. Now, it's refreshing to see her dive into a completely different type of character. I'm excited to watch her play a role that's far from the usual nice person. It's going to be interesting to see her versatility as an actress. Can't wait to see what she does in "The Curse"!

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