Robotech (1985) s01e09 Episode Script
Miss Macross
MISS MACROSS - Hello.
| - Hi, Rick.
So what is it you want to see me about? Well I was thinking of asking you out tonight.
Gee, I am really sorry, Rick, but tonight's my busiest time at the restaurant.
- You know that.
| - You are right, I forgot.
My mind can't keep track of anything lately.
Look at that! There is the sky out there.
You didn't know about it? Robotech research made it.
I really think it's great the way they made it look so real.
What they will think of next? Maybe seeing a sunset everyday would at least help everyone keep track of time.
Sunsets? Hey, Max! Did you hear about Minmei being at that Miss Macross beauty pageant? Say what? The Macross Broadcasting System is proud to announce its inaugural Miss Macross Contest.
Twenty-eight of the most beautiful young ladies have been selected to compete from among nearly four hundred applicants.
Who will be crowned Queen of Macross? You, the viewers will decide.
Minmei's entered the beauty pageant? Yeah.
Believe it or not, Lieutenant Hunter said our squadron wouldn't have to come to work Saturday night.
- So I am going.
| - You mean it? Yeah, he said he wanted a big turnout to cheer for Minmei.
Maybe he's just in love or something.
He's what? In love? Maybe you're right.
That can make him crazy.
Miss what? Macross? I wish you hadn't entered that.
The Macross Broadcasting System is proud to announce its inaugural Miss Macross Contest.
The mayor went ahead and entered me without even asking.
Twenty-eight beautiful young ladies have been selected to compete from nearly four hundred applicants.
Don't tell me you're jealous.
I guess I am acting kind of stupid, aren't I? Who will be crowned Queen of Macross? You, the viewers will decide.
There are some strange telecommunication being broadcast from the SDF-1.
Oh, are you able to tune it in? So far we're only getting an extremely weak signal in image band.
- Tell me what he say? | - You know.
Reception is too poor to translate.
- I suggest we send a reconnaissance patrol there.
| - Yes.
First engines one and two are now revving from 24 to 36.
All right, move out! This is Cyclops scan recon ship 099.
Our orders are as follows: Intercept the information being broadcast by the enemies.
Code name: Blue wind.
Ladies and gentlemen thank you for coming out this evening.
I have just received words that the biggest event that you all have been waiting for so patiently is about to begin.
So please stand by.
Five seconds to air.
Four, three two, one.
MBS is proud to present the Miss Macross beauty contest.
You see on the stage before you this evening 28 of the most beautiful girls to be found anywhere.
However only one will be crowned Miss Macross and receive this incredible prize.
Ladies and gentlemen, the latest thing in sport mecha the Fanliner.
Featuring the powerful new VA hydro-turbine engine designed by Ikkii Takemi himself.
How about that, ladies and gentlemen? - Isn't it gorgeous? | - And you mean, right here Macross.
And now it's my pleasure to introduce the judges for this evening's pageant.
Judge NO.
1 is the captain of the Robotech space force Captain Henry Gloval.
You know, Claudia, I don't think I've realized how handsome the captain really is.
You can say that again.
So how come you didn't enter the contest? Afraid of the competition? Hey, I am picking up some kind of enemy plane on my scope.
I think it's a recon type.
- Which group has patrol tonight? | - It's the Vermillion group, headed by Lieutenant Rick Hunter.
Prometheus here, calling Lieutenant Rick Hunter.
What do you mean? Hasn't arrived? Contester No.
4, Miss Shawn Blackstone.
Miss Blackstone is a 24 year old college student and she just loves to make apple pie! I got them to call you up last.
Are you feeling any better now? Thanks, Mary.
A little.
It's Jan Morris, a real movie star in person.
Oh, dear.
I guess he puts you at the head of list because you are a big star, I mean it's only right that you be introduced-- Oh, would you stop! It's hardly Hollywood.
So why are you bothering with it in that case? - It's my job! It goes with the territory.
| - Excuse me, Miss Morris.
I am really one of your biggest fans so I wonder if you'll be kind enough to give me an autograph.
I am afraid this is all I have to write on though.
Would it be all right? I am sorry.
I am really not up to signing autographs at the moment.
If you want an autograph of a real star, you should get a real autograph book.
Concursante número doce.
| Señorita Minmei.
Contester No.
12, Miss Minmei, comin next.
She's next.
Contesting No.
12, Miss Lynn Minmei.
Originally from the Earth city of Yokohama, Miss Minmei's now a resident of Macross.
That Chinese dress is beautiful on her.
This lovely young lady has just celebrated her 16th birthday.
Wow.
And now, ladies and gentlemen, to the judges' questions.
Now Miss Minmei, would you please tell the panel whether or not you have a steady boyfriend? Steady? I don't believe I am ready for that at this point.
- I mean I think it's best to have a lot of different friends.
| - Since when.
Do you find it difficult making friends with the members of the opposite sex? Well, I have one real good friend who is just like a brother to me.
Oh, great! So I'm just like a brother, huh.
Paging Lieutenant Hunter.
- Lieutenant Rick Hunter.
| - What are they paging me for? You are requested to call the bridge of the Prometheus immediately.
Lieutenant Hunter, call the Prometheus.
Oh, boy, Rick's in trouble.
Ha, great time to get a phone call.
- This is Rick-- | - You're supposed to be flying recon.
What's the matter with you? Our air space has just been violated by an enemy plane.
- I was just eating my dinner.
| - You report to the Prometheus immediately.
- Step on, Mr.
Hunter.
| - I get the message.
Hey, right over here.
If It's so important, why don't they scramble the whole fleet instead of just me? Hey, cabby! Hey, Rick! Hurry, you're gonna miss the finale.
- Come on! | - To the Prometheus and hurry.
And now contester No.
13, Miss Hilary Rockwell.
Well, if those aliens have come to call on SDF-1 I think we should show them some Earthly hospitality.
However I think I'd be a much more comfortable host inside this new Armored Battloid.
Rick Hunter, Vermillion number one is in flight.
Lieutenant Hunter the new Armored Battloids are not to be used unless you're on special assignment.
Guess I blew it.
I've said that's understatement, Lieutenant Hunter.
You know very well the regulation states specifically you should be flying Ghost Support.
Well, Commander, what of the enemy's new coordinates? The enemies' coordinates are 5-4-5 by 7-9-- What was that? Zennys is the best fast food in town.
Now back to the Miss Macross contest.
And now we put the second part of our contest: The swim-wear competition.
All of the young ladies will be judged not only by-- Switch to Channel D-3 right away.
--personality and intelligence as well.
Our tele-transmissioncy to be jammed.
I'm switching to laser induction instead.
OK.
Whatever will make you happy.
Konda, are you receiving anything? Yes, I am getting a clear signal.
I've just started to record.
Good.
Bring on the visuals on screen.
What? What's this?! I see it but I don't believe it! What? What is it, Rico? Why, there is a man standing there talking to this, this woman.
They're actually standing there together! You seem nervous, Lieutenant.
What's wrong? Oh, nothing.
I feel fine, really.
Wait a minute, Commander.
Something is wrong.
We seem to be picking up some interference.
Even switching to laser induction doesn't seem to help.
I wonder what's wrong? Now! Contester No.
10, Sally Foster.
Two more until Minmei.
Man, I have no idea that Minmei is beauty contest material.
Yeah, she sure doesn't seem 16 to me.
Now Contester No.
12.
On stage, please.
Yeah.
Come on.
Now contester No.
12, Miss Lynn Minmei.
And I am 1,57.
B 80 - W 58 - H 87 My favorite color is blue.
These pods are serious.
Come on Rick, show me your stuff.
Now it's my turn.
Miss Minmei, are you all right? What's wrong? This is really weird.
I've never seen anything like it.
I suppose what she is wearing is a new kind of armor.
But why will they give her such a skinny armor, it can only protect such a small portion of her body.
How would I know? Maybe those are the only parts of her body that are vulnerable.
I believe it's her formal uniform.
Don't be stupid.
It must be a secret weapon designed to look like a woman.
- Hey! We are under attack! | - How many are there? Just the same one we fired on before.
What? You mean he's still alive? Just my leg to break a heal at a time like this.
And now contester No.
28.
Ladies and gentlemen, Miss Jan Morris.
Miss Morris, please give us a line for your latest movie.
Oh, I would love to dance for you.
But first I am afraid you'll have to stop standing on my dress.
Just stop.
It's hardly Hollywood.
Now make it sure you record all this, aren't you? Of course, for posterity.
Fire! Fire! He is quite a pilot.
Brace yourself for counter attack maneuvers.
That was close.
All right.
Oh, boy! Get to the escape capsule! Enemy recon unit has been destroyed.
Unfortunately the intercepted communications have been lost.
Confirming enemy ship has been destroyed.
Sound the all clear.
Let's tune back into the beauty contest.
Yeah.
And now, ladies and gentlemen, we are approaching the moment you've all been waiting for.
The crowning of Miss Macross.
I can't stand.
This has been 6 down to the finalists.
I guess we must have missed a lot of it, hah? I wonder why Rick's taking so long to return from his petrol.
He's probably just busy checking out the beauty contest.
I don't think so.
I knew it.
Jan Morris made it to the finals.
It's hardly a surprise! Yeah, you are right about that.
There aren't too many females that can stand up to Jan Morris.
I don't know.
That girl from the Chinese restaurant's pretty hot, too.
Well, it's like a dream come true! I can't believe it that I've really made it to the finals.
She could do it! You know she's just might be the winner.
- You bet she will.
She is really great.
| - Don't be silly, Ben.
This whole event is a publicity stunt designed to promote Jan Morris.
Just because she's a famous movie star doesn't mean she will win, does it? A professional actress like her should not be allowed to compete in the contest like this.
She should be an honorary guest judge or something.
You mean you think they fix it so that Jan Morris will win? No way.
They couldn't get away with that, because the people decide who is the winner.
Ladies and gentlemen, here are the five lovely finalists who have been selected by our panel of seven judges.
But now, ladies and gentlemen, the ultimate decision as to who will be the winner of tonight's Miss Macross contest is in your hands.
You will be the final judgers.
Ladies and gentlemen, take hold of you electronic boxes.
You will press you your selection when I give the word.
Press your button now! The computer is now calculating your choice.
Who will be Miss Macross? We'll have a decision in just a moment.
Yes, we have a decision.
| The winner is Miss Lynn Minmei.
Lynn Minmei, ladies and gentlemen.
Lynn-Minmei! Minmei.
And now let's take one final look at this queen of this year, Miss Macross contest Lynn-Minmei.
Miss Macross! | Minmei, you made it.
And so, as if by magic one of Minmei's wildest dreams has come true.
Unfortunately, Rick is unable to share this dream.
And as he looks at Minmei, he is only able to see a world he fears he can not enter.
The crew of the SDF-1 maintain constant vigil gainst the threat of attack by the ever-present Zentraedi armada.
An unauthorized assault by the evil Khyron damages the main radar tower of the space battle fortress.
Be sure to tune in for "Blind Game" the next thrilling episode of Robotech.
| - Hi, Rick.
So what is it you want to see me about? Well I was thinking of asking you out tonight.
Gee, I am really sorry, Rick, but tonight's my busiest time at the restaurant.
- You know that.
| - You are right, I forgot.
My mind can't keep track of anything lately.
Look at that! There is the sky out there.
You didn't know about it? Robotech research made it.
I really think it's great the way they made it look so real.
What they will think of next? Maybe seeing a sunset everyday would at least help everyone keep track of time.
Sunsets? Hey, Max! Did you hear about Minmei being at that Miss Macross beauty pageant? Say what? The Macross Broadcasting System is proud to announce its inaugural Miss Macross Contest.
Twenty-eight of the most beautiful young ladies have been selected to compete from among nearly four hundred applicants.
Who will be crowned Queen of Macross? You, the viewers will decide.
Minmei's entered the beauty pageant? Yeah.
Believe it or not, Lieutenant Hunter said our squadron wouldn't have to come to work Saturday night.
- So I am going.
| - You mean it? Yeah, he said he wanted a big turnout to cheer for Minmei.
Maybe he's just in love or something.
He's what? In love? Maybe you're right.
That can make him crazy.
Miss what? Macross? I wish you hadn't entered that.
The Macross Broadcasting System is proud to announce its inaugural Miss Macross Contest.
The mayor went ahead and entered me without even asking.
Twenty-eight beautiful young ladies have been selected to compete from nearly four hundred applicants.
Don't tell me you're jealous.
I guess I am acting kind of stupid, aren't I? Who will be crowned Queen of Macross? You, the viewers will decide.
There are some strange telecommunication being broadcast from the SDF-1.
Oh, are you able to tune it in? So far we're only getting an extremely weak signal in image band.
- Tell me what he say? | - You know.
Reception is too poor to translate.
- I suggest we send a reconnaissance patrol there.
| - Yes.
First engines one and two are now revving from 24 to 36.
All right, move out! This is Cyclops scan recon ship 099.
Our orders are as follows: Intercept the information being broadcast by the enemies.
Code name: Blue wind.
Ladies and gentlemen thank you for coming out this evening.
I have just received words that the biggest event that you all have been waiting for so patiently is about to begin.
So please stand by.
Five seconds to air.
Four, three two, one.
MBS is proud to present the Miss Macross beauty contest.
You see on the stage before you this evening 28 of the most beautiful girls to be found anywhere.
However only one will be crowned Miss Macross and receive this incredible prize.
Ladies and gentlemen, the latest thing in sport mecha the Fanliner.
Featuring the powerful new VA hydro-turbine engine designed by Ikkii Takemi himself.
How about that, ladies and gentlemen? - Isn't it gorgeous? | - And you mean, right here Macross.
And now it's my pleasure to introduce the judges for this evening's pageant.
Judge NO.
1 is the captain of the Robotech space force Captain Henry Gloval.
You know, Claudia, I don't think I've realized how handsome the captain really is.
You can say that again.
So how come you didn't enter the contest? Afraid of the competition? Hey, I am picking up some kind of enemy plane on my scope.
I think it's a recon type.
- Which group has patrol tonight? | - It's the Vermillion group, headed by Lieutenant Rick Hunter.
Prometheus here, calling Lieutenant Rick Hunter.
What do you mean? Hasn't arrived? Contester No.
4, Miss Shawn Blackstone.
Miss Blackstone is a 24 year old college student and she just loves to make apple pie! I got them to call you up last.
Are you feeling any better now? Thanks, Mary.
A little.
It's Jan Morris, a real movie star in person.
Oh, dear.
I guess he puts you at the head of list because you are a big star, I mean it's only right that you be introduced-- Oh, would you stop! It's hardly Hollywood.
So why are you bothering with it in that case? - It's my job! It goes with the territory.
| - Excuse me, Miss Morris.
I am really one of your biggest fans so I wonder if you'll be kind enough to give me an autograph.
I am afraid this is all I have to write on though.
Would it be all right? I am sorry.
I am really not up to signing autographs at the moment.
If you want an autograph of a real star, you should get a real autograph book.
Concursante número doce.
| Señorita Minmei.
Contester No.
12, Miss Minmei, comin next.
She's next.
Contesting No.
12, Miss Lynn Minmei.
Originally from the Earth city of Yokohama, Miss Minmei's now a resident of Macross.
That Chinese dress is beautiful on her.
This lovely young lady has just celebrated her 16th birthday.
Wow.
And now, ladies and gentlemen, to the judges' questions.
Now Miss Minmei, would you please tell the panel whether or not you have a steady boyfriend? Steady? I don't believe I am ready for that at this point.
- I mean I think it's best to have a lot of different friends.
| - Since when.
Do you find it difficult making friends with the members of the opposite sex? Well, I have one real good friend who is just like a brother to me.
Oh, great! So I'm just like a brother, huh.
Paging Lieutenant Hunter.
- Lieutenant Rick Hunter.
| - What are they paging me for? You are requested to call the bridge of the Prometheus immediately.
Lieutenant Hunter, call the Prometheus.
Oh, boy, Rick's in trouble.
Ha, great time to get a phone call.
- This is Rick-- | - You're supposed to be flying recon.
What's the matter with you? Our air space has just been violated by an enemy plane.
- I was just eating my dinner.
| - You report to the Prometheus immediately.
- Step on, Mr.
Hunter.
| - I get the message.
Hey, right over here.
If It's so important, why don't they scramble the whole fleet instead of just me? Hey, cabby! Hey, Rick! Hurry, you're gonna miss the finale.
- Come on! | - To the Prometheus and hurry.
And now contester No.
13, Miss Hilary Rockwell.
Well, if those aliens have come to call on SDF-1 I think we should show them some Earthly hospitality.
However I think I'd be a much more comfortable host inside this new Armored Battloid.
Rick Hunter, Vermillion number one is in flight.
Lieutenant Hunter the new Armored Battloids are not to be used unless you're on special assignment.
Guess I blew it.
I've said that's understatement, Lieutenant Hunter.
You know very well the regulation states specifically you should be flying Ghost Support.
Well, Commander, what of the enemy's new coordinates? The enemies' coordinates are 5-4-5 by 7-9-- What was that? Zennys is the best fast food in town.
Now back to the Miss Macross contest.
And now we put the second part of our contest: The swim-wear competition.
All of the young ladies will be judged not only by-- Switch to Channel D-3 right away.
--personality and intelligence as well.
Our tele-transmissioncy to be jammed.
I'm switching to laser induction instead.
OK.
Whatever will make you happy.
Konda, are you receiving anything? Yes, I am getting a clear signal.
I've just started to record.
Good.
Bring on the visuals on screen.
What? What's this?! I see it but I don't believe it! What? What is it, Rico? Why, there is a man standing there talking to this, this woman.
They're actually standing there together! You seem nervous, Lieutenant.
What's wrong? Oh, nothing.
I feel fine, really.
Wait a minute, Commander.
Something is wrong.
We seem to be picking up some interference.
Even switching to laser induction doesn't seem to help.
I wonder what's wrong? Now! Contester No.
10, Sally Foster.
Two more until Minmei.
Man, I have no idea that Minmei is beauty contest material.
Yeah, she sure doesn't seem 16 to me.
Now Contester No.
12.
On stage, please.
Yeah.
Come on.
Now contester No.
12, Miss Lynn Minmei.
And I am 1,57.
B 80 - W 58 - H 87 My favorite color is blue.
These pods are serious.
Come on Rick, show me your stuff.
Now it's my turn.
Miss Minmei, are you all right? What's wrong? This is really weird.
I've never seen anything like it.
I suppose what she is wearing is a new kind of armor.
But why will they give her such a skinny armor, it can only protect such a small portion of her body.
How would I know? Maybe those are the only parts of her body that are vulnerable.
I believe it's her formal uniform.
Don't be stupid.
It must be a secret weapon designed to look like a woman.
- Hey! We are under attack! | - How many are there? Just the same one we fired on before.
What? You mean he's still alive? Just my leg to break a heal at a time like this.
And now contester No.
28.
Ladies and gentlemen, Miss Jan Morris.
Miss Morris, please give us a line for your latest movie.
Oh, I would love to dance for you.
But first I am afraid you'll have to stop standing on my dress.
Just stop.
It's hardly Hollywood.
Now make it sure you record all this, aren't you? Of course, for posterity.
Fire! Fire! He is quite a pilot.
Brace yourself for counter attack maneuvers.
That was close.
All right.
Oh, boy! Get to the escape capsule! Enemy recon unit has been destroyed.
Unfortunately the intercepted communications have been lost.
Confirming enemy ship has been destroyed.
Sound the all clear.
Let's tune back into the beauty contest.
Yeah.
And now, ladies and gentlemen, we are approaching the moment you've all been waiting for.
The crowning of Miss Macross.
I can't stand.
This has been 6 down to the finalists.
I guess we must have missed a lot of it, hah? I wonder why Rick's taking so long to return from his petrol.
He's probably just busy checking out the beauty contest.
I don't think so.
I knew it.
Jan Morris made it to the finals.
It's hardly a surprise! Yeah, you are right about that.
There aren't too many females that can stand up to Jan Morris.
I don't know.
That girl from the Chinese restaurant's pretty hot, too.
Well, it's like a dream come true! I can't believe it that I've really made it to the finals.
She could do it! You know she's just might be the winner.
- You bet she will.
She is really great.
| - Don't be silly, Ben.
This whole event is a publicity stunt designed to promote Jan Morris.
Just because she's a famous movie star doesn't mean she will win, does it? A professional actress like her should not be allowed to compete in the contest like this.
She should be an honorary guest judge or something.
You mean you think they fix it so that Jan Morris will win? No way.
They couldn't get away with that, because the people decide who is the winner.
Ladies and gentlemen, here are the five lovely finalists who have been selected by our panel of seven judges.
But now, ladies and gentlemen, the ultimate decision as to who will be the winner of tonight's Miss Macross contest is in your hands.
You will be the final judgers.
Ladies and gentlemen, take hold of you electronic boxes.
You will press you your selection when I give the word.
Press your button now! The computer is now calculating your choice.
Who will be Miss Macross? We'll have a decision in just a moment.
Yes, we have a decision.
| The winner is Miss Lynn Minmei.
Lynn Minmei, ladies and gentlemen.
Lynn-Minmei! Minmei.
And now let's take one final look at this queen of this year, Miss Macross contest Lynn-Minmei.
Miss Macross! | Minmei, you made it.
And so, as if by magic one of Minmei's wildest dreams has come true.
Unfortunately, Rick is unable to share this dream.
And as he looks at Minmei, he is only able to see a world he fears he can not enter.
The crew of the SDF-1 maintain constant vigil gainst the threat of attack by the ever-present Zentraedi armada.
An unauthorized assault by the evil Khyron damages the main radar tower of the space battle fortress.
Be sure to tune in for "Blind Game" the next thrilling episode of Robotech.