There are many things to enjoy about this special-effects-makeup competition. [25 Jul/1 Aug 2014, p.106]

Face Off hews so much to the Runway formula, it practically falls over and busts a lip, but at least the pacing is fast.

At least it's different, even though your basic "reality" competition trappings remain firmly in place.

They've ended up pitting a dozen very creative people against one another in a very tired format.

Special effects make up artists are put to the test to create outrageous and scary creations under limited time. The contestants are critiqued by a tough panel of judges, like Oscar winning artist Ve Neil, Neville Page and Glenn Hetrick. The winner of Face Off wins $100,000, a car and other prizes. The quality of the contestant's work does, however to have appeared to decrease after each season.

This is in regard to all the seasons. I like this show. Very interesting concept. But it is enjoyed when I am browsing other things online just like Bar rescue. I like the world and concepts it's the drama that brings the rating down a little. The beginning and end are great. Interesting concepts and I like seeing how it turned out. Unfortunately, most (but not all) of the middle part is the usual manufactured drama which is why I didn't rate this a 9 (instead of the 7 i gave it). I think they still have managed to keep it interesting over the seasons. I think it was season 7-9 that they had the coach concept for one of the seasons that I really liked. As usual, the guest judges are interesting to see.