Has anyone else noticed the Brit references in Gossip Girl?
We all know Ed Westwick is British. We all love his accent, british or American. But this season 'Gossip Girl' seems to be giving him more opportunities to flaunt his heritage.
Exhibit A:
'The Dark Night' - he makes use of his authentic British accent to deceive Blair/ get one up on her.You have to love the sheer irony of using Ed to do something sutterly Chuck Bass like!
Exhibit B:
'O Brother Where Bart Thou?' - while traipsing on the ledge, Chuck is singing 'Spanish Ladies', a very old and vey traditional BRITIH Mariners song, that dates back centuries. This is a classic case of improvisation. There is no way in hell the director told Ed sing 'Spanish Ladies' while you're playing a manic depressive teetering on suicide. Ed just went with it and everyone else just applauded the innovativeness.
Exhibit C:
'Gone With The Will' - there is a very prominent close-up to Chick's cufflinks with the Union Jack on them
Conclusion: If you've got a talented actor with an interesting background, flaunt it. It not only gives Chuck more layers of cultural proficiency but shows the level of respect Ed commandeers within 'Gossip Girl'.
Wonder what the next subtle reference will be.
Exhibit A:
'The Dark Night' - he makes use of his authentic British accent to deceive Blair/ get one up on her.You have to love the sheer irony of using Ed to do something sutterly Chuck Bass like!
Exhibit B:
'O Brother Where Bart Thou?' - while traipsing on the ledge, Chuck is singing 'Spanish Ladies', a very old and vey traditional BRITIH Mariners song, that dates back centuries. This is a classic case of improvisation. There is no way in hell the director told Ed sing 'Spanish Ladies' while you're playing a manic depressive teetering on suicide. Ed just went with it and everyone else just applauded the innovativeness.
Exhibit C:
'Gone With The Will' - there is a very prominent close-up to Chick's cufflinks with the Union Jack on them
Conclusion: If you've got a talented actor with an interesting background, flaunt it. It not only gives Chuck more layers of cultural proficiency but shows the level of respect Ed commandeers within 'Gossip Girl'.
Wonder what the next subtle reference will be.