The Hills

Watching the people communicate on this show is like experiencing the shadow world that lies between sleep and wakefulness. Shallow words are spoken, followed by long pregnant pauses, meaningful looks and toothy smiles. There is waiting and then more waiting for something. It would be even more freakish than it is, if not for the fact that the women have such model-perfect looks and are a pleasure to look at. However, this would be intolerable and even hellish if regular-looking people pulled this. Conversation has been edited down to very feather-light fluff. Ambiance is always as tasteful as a romantically-lit, high-tone restaurant or a smart little clothing boutique. It's one long perfume commercial.