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The locals who call Siesta Key, Fla. have a unique perspective on MTV’s “reality” version of their hometown. Cosmopolitan rounded up some of Alex Kompothecras and friends’ neighbors to ask their opinion of the show, and … the results were pretty mixed. 33-year-old Sarasota resident Melissa felt that while the local scenery was nicely complimented, “no amount of clear blue water can hide how absolutely transparent and shallow these kids are.” She went so far as to call them “shallower than the Gulf of Mexico, which is really, really shallow.” On the other hand, Lee, 36, told the magazine that he’s “in the pro-show corner” and thinks they did a great job highlighting his town’s beauty. “…I see more positivity than harm from the show. These kids are living life to the fullest and you can’t knock them living while they’re young,” Lee said.
Kelli, 35, told Cosmopolitan, “I think the show is just fine for Sarasota. It could certainly drum up more tourism and stimulate our economy. How can that be bad? My hope, as the show progresses, is that MTV continues to highlight all of the really positive things this town has to offer: the art scene, the beautiful landscape, and the incredible philanthropic side of our wealthy residents.”
While locals have varying opinions, Orlando Weekly‘s Colin Wolf dubbed the show “cringeworthy,” and said producers “failed to adequately vet any of the cast members before printing a contract.” Ouch.
Written by: Nicki
