Judges’ comments for Sam and Nikita: Craig says “synchronisation was out, poor transition, sloppy footwork, heavy lifts but a-may-zing swivel at the end”. Motsi says “lots of personality, get your weight forward, a loaded routine, spirited but keep repeating it”. Shirley says “tidy up the details but you’re a great performer”. Anton concludes “super but out of sync, make the music your friend”.
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Strictly Come Dancing: week two – live | Strictly Come Dancing Key events Sam and Nikita’s CharlestonThe first Charleston of the series now - early for a non-performer to attempt it. At least Sam Quek is at home with the hockey theme and jolly hockeystick props. Nice flapper girl bob. Fast and frantic. Sam is struggling to coordinate her arms and legs at times but misses synchronisation in the side-by-side section. Needs to finish the moves more and not enough swivel for you-know-who but bags of kooky character. Lifts, tricks, loads of stamina and bags of fun Song: Charleston by Bob Wilson & his Varsity Rhythm Boys. This classic 1920s jazz version is the most-streamed Charleston music on iTunes. Judges’ scores for JB and Amy: 7, 7, 6, 7 for a total of 27 points. Four down on last week but edging ahead of Wynne on the combined scoreboard. Judges’ comments for JB and Amy: Motsi says “I could see the hard work in the walks, need leg action as well as feet, but slick and cool”. Shirley says “keep the posture still but I liked it”. Anton says “solo work great but needed more Latin fluidity”. Craig concludes “almost too much attack which made it look spiky but the hip rolls blew me away”. JB and Amy’s cha cha chaJB Gill and Amy Dowden topped the week one leaderboard with their dreamy waltz. Have they peaked too soon or can they maintain that form? Amy’s been putting sheets of paper under his feet in training to keep them on the floor. Pop video opening with hats and waistcoats and scaffolding, then into a fast, furious routine, technically challenging. Sharp and full of attitude but lost his timing a tad in places. Swaggering performance value, though, and lots to like. Song: Closer by Ne-Yo. The 2009 dance-pop hit is a favourite in teen drama soundtracks, featuring in both Gossip Girl and 90210. Judges’ scores for Wynne and Katya: 7, 7, 8, 8 for a total of 30 points. Four up on last week and top at this early stage. Judges’ comments for Wynne and Katya: Rousing reception in the studio. Shirley says “beautiful, had a bit of everything, lovely soft knees and stride, frame good, all coming together, I want to give you a snuggle bunny cuddle”. So she does! Anton gets a hug too and says “I wish I’d danced that, super from the waist down, lovely lines as well. well done”. Craig gets a kiss, grimaces and says “not many heel leads, I can’t sugarcoat it, but you had command, control and led well”. Motsi concludes “demure, mindful, keep it going to the end of the dance”. Wynne and Katya’s Viennese waltzAfter last week’s show-closing, chef-themed comedy samba, the Welsh opera singer shifts into romantic gear. It’s set in an opera house, stretching out to the classic music. Dapper tailcoat, technical steps, lots of spins. Wynne’s musicality is serving him well again. Footwork, balance and head position not perfect but gentlemanly and jolly nice. Song: The Blue Danube by Johann Strauss II. Written by the Austrian composer in 1866, it has cropped up reguarly on screen - memorably in 2001: A Space Odyssey, Titanic and Squid Game. Chris McCausland reduces Claudia to hysterics by noting: “By the sound of it, I think Craig’s blinder than I am.” Judges’ scores for Paul and Karen: 2, 4, 4, 5 for a total of 15 points. Bottom so far. Paul says, brilliantly: “It’s not community service. I don’t have to do this, I want to do it.” Judges’ comments for Paul and Karen: Anton says “I get so excited when you dance, it thrills me no end, there was no technique but full of surprises”. Craig says “like a comedy wedding dance, those shunts were terrible, glued to the floor while Karen danced around you but the lifts were good”. Motsi says “your pants are off the hook, you entertained us, keep up the energy”. Shirley concludes “I’m a little lost for words but pure entertainment”. I fear Craig’s 2 paddle could be coming out… Paul and Karen’s salsaThis should be… interesting. Paul “Merse” Merson struggled with the American smooth last week, relying on football trimmings and novelty moves. Will a salsa suit him better? Starts out at a glitterball babecue. He’s light on his feet but not nearly loose enough in the hips. Fun, party mood, if too walky-aroundy and lacking in Cuban spice. Oddly jerky hip thrusts. He should be prepared for a relegation battle. Song: Fireball by Pitbull feat John Ryan. A global hit in 2014 but surely its greatest achievement was soundtracking the trailer for the Shaun The Sheep Movie. Judges’ scores for Punam and Gorka: 4, 5, 4, 5 for a total of 18 points. One down on last week. Dance-off danger? Source link Posted: 2024-09-28 19:11:16 |
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