According to the Pemberley Intern, Joanna and Brent made up the "Alexx the hottest boring account guy this summr" and the "You just called me hot" lines on the day of taping. In Lydia's words, adorbs.
Harriet's awkward crush actually made me a little uncomfortable. Poor girl. However, I'm excited for this part of the story! So ready for Harriet to get her guy.
3:46 is PERFECT because as much as I can't stand Harriet having a crush on Alex it's great seeing her staring at him with what is clearly a huge crush and Emma just completely missing it. It perfectly represented the blindness she has. Also "you just called me hot" :)))
WHAT HAS STARTED!? WHAT IS PEOPLE TALKING ABOUT!? Harriet likes Alex.... I didn't know that. Was I supposed to!? I'm freaking out! EMMA CALLED HIM HOT. Too many things are happening and the non-readers are suffering!!!
They referenced the fist-bump-blow-it-up thing! This episode was adorable! Emma's little "oonces" :) Also can we just talk about how Alex looks at Emma. 6:00. I mean c'mon. This is when you can really tell the actors are dating :) so cute!
Yes, the actors are dating. Of course, by this time in the book, Mr Knightley knows that he is in love with Emma, so the look could be Alex loving on Emma, not Brent loving on Joanna.
Kate Fox yes, they're dating. they have an interview about it. www.hollywood.com/news/celebrities/56957090/emma-approved-stars-joanna-sotomura-and-brent-bailey-talk-their-on-and-offscreen-romance?page=all
Yup they have confirmed on twitter and in various interviews that they are dating :) Brent also refers to Joanna as his "lady" or girlfriend in a lot of his tweets/instagrams. Super cute right?? :)
reallollabunny I was talking about Harriet's behavior But you're right :) this episode is only the beginning and Harriet's crush is really portrayed really subtle-y here.
I'd say! ;D oh Emma xD don't fight this feeling Emma!!! I wish she could hear me right now! But, alas, history shall repeat itself and she'll mess everything up & hav conflicted feelings & it'll be a bad time for Emma Woodhouse... Until the little heart to heart between her & Alex! XD
Oh Emma, way to drop dem beats. Also... awkward with the Harriet/Alex... which means it is perfection. CAN'T WAIT for BOX HILL... I mean... BOXX! I love everything about this episode! *high five* Emma Approved team!
Love their dresses. A little slip of the tongue, eh Emma? Love how Alex caught that. Or should I say Alexx? Of course Harriet is crushing on Alex. Totally get that. I'd prob react much the same if Alex touched my shoulder like that. Loved this epi! Trying not to think of box hill coming up.
Sorry...but the actress playing Harriet just made it too obvious that she has a crush. Like, it needs to be subtle about that. Emma was supposed to think that Harriet liked Frank, and with the way Harriet is being played there would be no doubt in my mind that she liked Alex.
Emma sees what she wants to see and she didn't notice how Harriet was staring after Alex. Though, I do think there's lack of Harriet/Frank interaction to make Emma think that there's something there, but that may come. Harriet's crush was pretty obvious, but Alex and Harriet doesn't have too many scenes and all the 'crushing' has so far happened off screen (Harriet bidding on Alex, her being his plus one, etc.). So I guess they had to shove it on our faces:) Besides, I think Emma has kind of a blind spot when it comes to Alex and his "relationships". They are just too outlandish for her to even acknowledge. Like she ignored the feelings between Martin and Harriet because B-Mart didn't fit with the picture in her head.
I've never thought this actress was exceptionally subtle. I had hoped she'd learn her way around the part and develop as the show wore on, but alas -- it wasn't meant to be.
You forget that Harriet is a simpleton. It is part of her character to be honest. So I see that as totally consistent; she is just unable to contain herself. Besides, Frank is all over Emma now, so Harriet can hardly expect him to pay her attention as well...
The thing is, Emma would never realise that somebody could fall for Mr Knightley because she truly believes he's somehow entirely hers - her friend, colleague and everything. She's not blind about Harriet, she's blind about Alex. (Though I agree with you the acting is not subtle at all!)
So many emotions in one video: baby planning, Harriet's crush on Alex, and Emma's and Alex's interaction at the end... I was surprised at how many times I had to stop this video and BREATHE!
Hahahahaha Alex has to get the final word in!!! Favorite :) and poor Harriet with no idea how to approach the dashing and business-oriented Mr. Knightley!! Hopefully Emma notices Harriet's feelings soon and claims Alex for herself :D
Oh my god, so many things happening in this episode! Emma and Alex are so adorable; I've been smiling throughout the episode! Poor Harriet though, no one sees what's bothering her... I can't wait to see Emma's reaction when she finds out!
Harriet's acting in this episode was really good she played the awkward crush very realistically and I loved her face when Alex put his hand on her shoulder you could literally see her freaking out internally really well done
To everyone saying that Harriet's behavior is too obvious, please keep in mind that Emma wasn't present when she was being weird with Alex. As far as Emma saw, Harriet really was just being the adorably goofy girl she always is. The closest she saw to the lovey-dovey behavior was in the doorway, when Alex entered just as she was leaving. Which if we're being fair, happens to awkward people whether they have a crush on someone or not.
Im rewatching all these old cute emma and alex moments because I'm absolutely CRAVING their interaction!! I cannot wait until emma sees him again after her realization
oh my god this episode was so cute. Harriet "eee"ing over cute baby things, dat fistbump, Emma "unt"sing at the end. Sooo excited for future developments
3:44 I see you Harriet, checking Knightley. I would. Died laughing at the end part. Perfect way to end a video. "You just called me hot." Emma's face was the best!
Box Hill... as someone who hasn't read the book (no spoilers please), are we talking "Wickhamgate" bad, "Caroline Lee engagement party" bad, or "OHDEARGODWHY" bad?
Mmmm… More "hands-over-the-eyes-but-still-peeking-through-as-the-cringeworthy-train-wreck-occurs". Kind of an equivalent to 'The Letter Realisation' in P&P.
I cringe every time I watch a Box Hill Scene... in any adaptation. I know it needs to be done since its such a huge character development moment. But ah, I won't be able to stand watching it. D:
"You just called me hot." YEAH SHE DID
with good reason! ;)
She sure did! And looked a bit disturbed by the revelation.
Edenn G And Alexx with 2 x's looked a little smug. :)
Ery Ginger ...'cause he so rightfully owned that title xD
***** that he does. xD
"Alexx, the hottest boring accounting guy this summer." Haha loved the club like music noises. Emma's the best.
According to the Pemberley Intern, Joanna and Brent made up the "Alexx the hottest boring account guy this summr" and the "You just called me hot" lines on the day of taping. In Lydia's words, adorbs.
Hum Alex there is too much sass in your "You just called me hot" too much for your own good
Alex crosses the sass/snark line regularly and with gusto!
I'm so sorry I accidentally reported your comment....
"You just called me hot..." **giggles uncontrollably** :D
I picked up my phone to text you this exact quote. I'm going to do it anyway but I was going to comment first and BAM! There you were ;)
Ikr...
EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEK!! (Okay, sorry for fangirling!)
+Madison Pickering Never apologise for fangirling, it's too awesome!
Harriet, what are you doing?!!??!!
Harriet is so freaking cute in this episode. She has the whole ballerina thing going for her. Such a cutey!
OMG IT HAS STARTED!!!!!!!!
Eu to surtanto tmb!!!!
OH MY GOD YOU'RE RIGHT!
OMG I´M SO EXCITED!
Meaning Harriet's falling for Alex? I never found that especially exciting, tbh :D
reallollabunny And box hill!
Harriet's awkward crush actually made me a little uncomfortable. Poor girl. However, I'm excited for this part of the story! So ready for Harriet to get her guy.
3:46 is PERFECT because as much as I can't stand Harriet having a crush on Alex it's great seeing her staring at him with what is clearly a huge crush and Emma just completely missing it. It perfectly represented the blindness she has. Also "you just called me hot" :)))
Poor Alex, he's about to have his hands full between Harriet & Emma!! I loved her face at the very end when he said "you just called me hot".
Her face at the end thoooough. It was brilliant. I replayed it at least 5 times.
The episodes coming up are going to be interesting for sure.
I had to pause this video so many times to literally scream into my hands. God, the amount of crushing one Ms Smith is doing on Alex... *shivers*
Barf-inducing!
Oh definitely, but in a good way. It's a testament of how well done it is.
Caroline Prince Just watched it again. Still screaming minor profanities at Harriet to leave Alex alone.
Hah! Emma's 'realisation face' is just plain BRILLIANT
Emma's beat boxing after that line!! SO CUTE! Hahaha
I cracked up completely when she started in on that. XD
How are that many people confused about what beat boxing is??
Massive Facepalm.
"It's stupid."
"It's fancy."
^Their entire relationship in one exchange.
Emma: untz untz untz untz
Alex: You just called me hot.
Emma: *PRICELESS LOOK*
Everyone in the world: OOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
WHAT HAS STARTED!? WHAT IS PEOPLE TALKING ABOUT!?
Harriet likes Alex.... I didn't know that. Was I supposed to!? I'm freaking out! EMMA CALLED HIM HOT. Too many things are happening and the non-readers are suffering!!!
Go watch Clueless. cause. adaptations...
WASN'T this dramatic enough!? I have to emotionally prepare for this!!
Oh my gosh, I did not know Clueless was an adaption of Emma!
Please do read the book; it's great! The Gwyneth Paltrow movie is very sweet as well.
Another adaptation you should watch is the Johnny Lee Miller one because it's one of my favourite adaptations ever and it's really really great
OH NO BOX HILL
I totally forgot about that! You're right!
Crap! I didn't put that together! No....things were going so well.
Oh no just realised!
HOW DID I NOT GET THAT DUHHHHHH
Ohhh I totally did not catch that thanks for pointing it out...
I love that Emma's dad won an evening with her :-)
Aaaah, I can't see it, is so... oh, my, Harriet, stop being so lovable already so I can't feel bad about you.
AND OMG BOX HILL - I REALLY DON'T WANNA SEE IT.
***** OMG I ONLY JUST GOT THAT! AAAAAAAARGH! oh it's going to be painful!
Isabel Legrady Oh yeah, that is the reference!
They referenced the fist-bump-blow-it-up thing! This episode was adorable! Emma's little "oonces" :) Also can we just talk about how Alex looks at Emma. 6:00. I mean c'mon. This is when you can really tell the actors are dating :) so cute!
Wait, are you saying that Joanna and Brent are dating? Like, for real???
Kate Fox They confirmed it on Twitter a while ago! :D
Yes, the actors are dating. Of course, by this time in the book, Mr Knightley knows that he is in love with Emma, so the look could be Alex loving on Emma, not Brent loving on Joanna.
Kate Fox yes, they're dating. they have an interview about it.
www.hollywood.com/news/celebrities/56957090/emma-approved-stars-joanna-sotomura-and-brent-bailey-talk-their-on-and-offscreen-romance?page=all
Yup they have confirmed on twitter and in various interviews that they are dating :) Brent also refers to Joanna as his "lady" or girlfriend in a lot of his tweets/instagrams. Super cute right?? :)
....and Emma's blindness starts again
Yep. She can be so oblivious sometimes.
Never forget, she has spent her WHOLE life with this person. How is she supposed to notice something so gradual?
reallollabunny I was talking about Harriet's behavior
But you're right :) this episode is only the beginning and Harriet's crush is really portrayed really subtle-y here.
Anya Felix Subtly? That's about as subtle as an oncoming train.
2ndRatePetronius nah it could be worse. Alex isn't even that suspicious yet..and Alex is the smart one
Yo.... YO!
This is just... NO!
Marriet ftw!
Your girl likes someone else. When ya gonna come back and do something about it? XD
You need to come back soon!!!! =)
You better be getting back here! ;)
Have you not yet realised that Emma sabotaged Harriet's feelings for you?
Poor Harriet, with her crush. I feel you.
I literally screamed at that last part, "you just called me hot" ahhh!
Oblivious knightley is oblivious. XD
I'm pretty sure he knows what's going on.
Rachel Khan Or at least he has a better idea than Emma does lol.
Ery Ginger oh yeah, it'll take Emma a while.
Rachel Khan Yes. Emma can be very intuitive or very oblivious. It is amusing to see.
It's funny because I'm the same way haha.
"You just called me hot," *insert scream here*
I JUST RE-WATCHED THE ENDING LIKE FIVE TIMES. SO CUTE.
I love how Alex picked up on her sadness about Annie being pregnant and having a baby. He really does know her.
Well, someone is showing the signs of a little crush...
I'd say! ;D oh Emma xD don't fight this feeling Emma!!! I wish she could hear me right now! But, alas, history shall repeat itself and she'll mess everything up & hav conflicted feelings & it'll be a bad time for Emma Woodhouse... Until the little heart to heart between her & Alex! XD
Tessa McLelland I'm not so sure Emma is having the crush... ;)
Yes. Emma AND Harriet :-)
I'm not so sure it was Emma she was referring to...
I was referring to Harriet, specifically. However, I guess it could be applied to Emma, as well.
Omg Harriet is so adorable just gazing at Alex. Hehe
Loved how Alex guessed Emma's insecurity about Annie's pregnancy. He knows her so well!
I saw that too. And notice he wasn't worried about if the company could handle it, he was worried about her.
I also liked how he instinctively knew Emma wanted a fistbump (with explosion) even while his brain was still going, 'Wait, what's going on?'
The exchanges between Emma and Alex were flawless and so natural feeling. Great writing, great acting, and just overall greatness.
This was one of the best episodes yet! Harriet is definitely crushing on Knightley. YAY for the plot moving forward!
I love Harriet's dress in this. It is so pretty. :)
And the triangle slowly materialises.
"You just called me hot"
They are so cute when they get flirty!
I agree, and it totally needs to happen more often.
Oh Emma, way to drop dem beats. Also... awkward with the Harriet/Alex... which means it is perfection. CAN'T WAIT for BOX HILL... I mean... BOXX! I love everything about this episode! *high five* Emma Approved team!
Oh no! They forgot the chime sound when Emma winks!
THE TENSION AND CHEMISTRY.......WOW Way to go!
Love their dresses.
A little slip of the tongue, eh Emma? Love how Alex caught that. Or should I say Alexx?
Of course Harriet is crushing on Alex. Totally get that. I'd prob react much the same if Alex touched my shoulder like that.
Loved this epi! Trying not to think of box hill coming up.
I loved this episode but I don't wang box hill to happen. I get sad thinking about it.
Ooohhhh lawd!!!
*sass* "Why does Boxx have two X's?"
*sass* "Because it's fancy."
...aaaaand everything after that. XD
Sorry...but the actress playing Harriet just made it too obvious that she has a crush. Like, it needs to be subtle about that. Emma was supposed to think that Harriet liked Frank, and with the way Harriet is being played there would be no doubt in my mind that she liked Alex.
Emma sees what she wants to see and she didn't notice how Harriet was staring after Alex. Though, I do think there's lack of Harriet/Frank interaction to make Emma think that there's something there, but that may come.
Harriet's crush was pretty obvious, but Alex and Harriet doesn't have too many scenes and all the 'crushing' has so far happened off screen (Harriet bidding on Alex, her being his plus one, etc.). So I guess they had to shove it on our faces:)
Besides, I think Emma has kind of a blind spot when it comes to Alex and his "relationships". They are just too outlandish for her to even acknowledge. Like she ignored the feelings between Martin and Harriet because B-Mart didn't fit with the picture in her head.
I've never thought this actress was exceptionally subtle. I had hoped she'd learn her way around the part and develop as the show wore on, but alas -- it wasn't meant to be.
You forget that Harriet is a simpleton. It is part of her character to be honest. So I see that as totally consistent; she is just unable to contain herself. Besides, Frank is all over Emma now, so Harriet can hardly expect him to pay her attention as well...
I mean... they kinda needed to show people who haven't read the book yet that something's going on there :)
The thing is, Emma would never realise that somebody could fall for Mr Knightley because she truly believes he's somehow entirely hers - her friend, colleague and everything. She's not blind about Harriet, she's blind about Alex. (Though I agree with you the acting is not subtle at all!)
I really love the "Jim Halpert" camera thing Alex has going on.
I love Emma's face like "I DID NO SUCH THING."
Oh, Box Hill. This will be painful.
"Where you meet your lettuce before you eat it." Makes me laugh every time! The writing is so good!
This might be my fave episode to date. I loved Emma's face at the end, Harriet's awkwardness and of course, the fist bump.
*casually reaches through screen and steals Harriet's adorable dress*
no alex she didnt JUST call you hot, she called you the hottest...
Casually walks away "You just called me hot" that was smooth.
Started this episode with a small smile, which grew to an enormous sh*t-eating grin by the end. YESSSSSS
Boxx in the hills...LOL
"You just called me hot!"
I can't stop laughing!
"Alexx, the hottest boring accounting guy this summer!"
...she just called him hot.
"You just called me hot"
SHE JUST CALLED HIM HOT!
Harriet's look is absolutely darling in this episode! And all that shade Emma is throwing in the next one...can't wait :D
So many emotions in one video: baby planning, Harriet's crush on Alex, and Emma's and Alex's interaction at the end... I was surprised at how many times I had to stop this video and BREATHE!
5:06 look at the face Harriet makes when Alex touches her shoulder..reminds me of that moment with Darcy and Lizzie
Harriet crushing on Knightley oh no!! I love how this is still true to the book!!! That last scene with Emma and Alex gave me so many feels
Hahahahaha Alex has to get the final word in!!! Favorite :) and poor Harriet with no idea how to approach the dashing and business-oriented Mr. Knightley!! Hopefully Emma notices Harriet's feelings soon and claims Alex for herself :D
Oh my god, so many things happening in this episode! Emma and Alex are so adorable; I've been smiling throughout the episode! Poor Harriet though, no one sees what's bothering her... I can't wait to see Emma's reaction when she finds out!
also the way alex looks at emma at 5:58 and then kind of gulps eeeep
Harriet's acting in this episode was really good she played the awkward crush very realistically and I loved her face when Alex put his hand on her shoulder you could literally see her freaking out internally really well done
To everyone saying that Harriet's behavior is too obvious, please keep in mind that Emma wasn't present when she was being weird with Alex. As far as Emma saw, Harriet really was just being the adorably goofy girl she always is. The closest she saw to the lovey-dovey behavior was in the doorway, when Alex entered just as she was leaving. Which if we're being fair, happens to awkward people whether they have a crush on someone or not.
Awkward crushing Harriet and Alex's "you just called me hot"! I think I could die!
I literally went "OH GODDDDDDD " at 2.04 onwards. oh dear. This is when things get messsyyyyyy.
ngahhhhhh I love Emma and Alex's dynamic. makes me giggle and squeal and feel so many feels all at the same time.
The chemistry between Alex and Emma is just amazing! I am SO looking forward to upcoming episodes!
I'm kinda nervous about how when Mr. Knightly will say "it was badly done Emma...badly done" will look. but... yay!
Emma's reaction at the end is my favourite moment so far in the series... and like its been pointed out already, ITS STARTED!!
EMMA DOING THE "unce unce unce" THING IS MY NEW FAVORITE THING
He was already happy when Emma said he had "better hair than Frank", but now... I can picture him making a huge smile after leaving the room :D!
OK - Emma's little 'oontzoontzoontz' at the end was beyond cute. And Alex got the best exit line, ever. Nicely done.
THE LAST LINE WAS SO PERFECTLY EXECUTED
THIS IS TOO GOOD
I AM SO GLAD THIS SERIES IS HAPPENING
AGHHHHHHHHHH
Emma's reaction to Alex's "You just called me hot" was the best. xD
Alex & Emma have always been cute, but their friendship has officially been taken to a whole new level of adorableness!
Possibly funniest episode to date. Great writing, great acting
the last 50 seconds of that are gold. my favorite moment thus far
Im rewatching all these old cute emma and alex moments because I'm absolutely CRAVING their interaction!! I cannot wait until emma sees him again after her realization
Joanna is brilliant--the look on her face after Alex's final comment: completely perfect!
Well played with the awkward dance thing. :)
oh my god this episode was so cute. Harriet "eee"ing over cute baby things, dat fistbump, Emma "unt"sing at the end. Sooo excited for future developments
Not Boxx Hill! The sadness is coming!
I'm starting to long for more of Alex's "knowing looks in to the camera" moments. Love it love it love it!!!
Harriet looks like a ballerina today. Love the ending with Alex. ;)
BEST last 30 seconds ever!
Lol. Emma's face when Alex walks away and says that she just called him hot! And Emma's clubbing sounds. So funny!
Best ending of an Emma approved episode EVER!!
That's it. This was my favorite episode period.
Harriet's expression when Emma leaned over to do her intro into the camera was priceless. :)
Harriet is so adorable acting all shy around Alex!
Ahhh! My original thought was awkward Harriet is awkward but then you had that Emma and Knightley interaction at the end!!!! *squee*
SHE CALLED HIM HOT THIS IS NOT A DRILL
Harriet's dresssssss!
homahgoodness, so adorable!!
BOXX? Eep! And her face at the end- priceless!!
3:44 I see you Harriet, checking Knightley. I would. Died laughing at the end part. Perfect way to end a video. "You just called me hot." Emma's face was the best!
"You just called me hot" omg these two
Box Hill... as someone who hasn't read the book (no spoilers please), are we talking "Wickhamgate" bad, "Caroline Lee engagement party" bad, or "OHDEARGODWHY" bad?
Mmmm… More "hands-over-the-eyes-but-still-peeking-through-as-the-cringeworthy-train-wreck-occurs". Kind of an equivalent to 'The Letter Realisation' in P&P.
feitocomfruta StepsKat
Best description!
Mrls Thank you! XD
Definitely NOT "Wickhamgate" bad, if they stay true to the book. At least four main characters come away shamed or hurt from the incident.
NOTHING is as bad as "Wickhamgate" bad. Nothing.
I cringe every time I watch a Box Hill Scene... in any adaptation. I know it needs to be done since its such a huge character development moment. But ah, I won't be able to stand watching it. D:
It makes me sad and I could easily do the same thing and it just makes me cringe.
This is getting better and better
FIRST! love Harriet's dress. Emma's is pretty cute too. Wish all the clothes on this show were cheaper in real life.