Well, we are past the half-way point which means some people really upped their game and some really fell flat.
Rob & Cheryl were up first tonight with a Cha-Cha to Jersey Boys "Walk Like a Man".
Len said it was clean, precise and had good timing. But didn't show rhythm, and came off looking stiff.
Bruno found it adequate but thought it didn't have the impact it should have at this stage.
Carrie Ann said it wasn't as good as last week, but she saw more charisma then ever before. She did agree with Len that it should have had a bit more pop to it.
I still honestly don't like the guy, and could care less whether he stays, or goes. But I have to give credit where credit is due, he is clearly working his butt off, and Cheryl's teaching methods seem to be paying off.
He actually looked even more convincing then last week. Based on this performance I think he'll stick around for at least 1 more week. 22/30 was their total.
Nancy & Tristan danced a Foxtrot to Spamelot's "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life". Bruno thought she captured the feel of the play and yet still managed to make it look like a Foxtrot (I gotta agree, certainly had the right energy).
Len liked that she showed more of her personality, but didn't think the hold was proper. Carrie Ann thought she showed her all the things she was asking for last week. 24/30 was their total (highest for her in the competition).
Something tells me despite my continued desire for her to go away already, she'll probably stick around till next week.
David & Kym danced a Quickstep to "We Go Together" from Grease.
Carrie Ann said it lived up to any expectations she may have had, but found that they were out of sync at times in their routine. When they were in sync she thought they had great fluidity.
Len found the whole thing a bit rough, saying David's enthusiasm got the best of him. Bruno thought he danced like "a frisky teenager on spring break". HA.
Well it certainly looked like it :D. I tend to agree with Len more I think his excitement kind of overshadowed his dancing this week. But I think he was solid enough to stay. 23/30 total points.
Ricki & Derek also did a Quickstep to Guys & Dolls "Luck Be a Lady".
Len didn't think she needed any luck because she's got the talent. And although he loved it he got nit-picky and give it a 9.
Bruno thought it had impeccable style and showmanship, and as always outstanding choreography.
He also mentioned that the music interpretation was beyond belief. Carrie Ann found it sharp, precise everything a broadway number should be.
Carrie Ann and Bruno both give Ricki a standing ovation so it was no surprise that they were back on top this week with a near perfect 29/30.
This was another masterclass courtesy of Derek Hough's choreography. Carrie Ann is right these 2 truly are amazing as a team, and an absolute joy to watch.
Chaz & Lacey danced a Tango to "Phantom of the Opera". Carrie Ann still wants more content at this stage. But thought he had the right attitude for the dance.
While Bruno and Len thought it didn't have the right intensity and aggression.
Len also thought the hold should have been tighter, but said he can see all the work being put in, and appreciates the effort. They both agreed that this character didn't fit his personality at all. 19/30 was the total.
I'm gonna have to side with Len and Bruno it was a valiant effort (dance-wise) but the character didn't help to enhance the routine one bit.
They could be the ones to head home. Though personally I'm hoping for Hope and Maks.
Hope & Maks (speaking of) they danced a Rumba to Rent's "Season's of Love". And really the whole thing was anything but.
It all looked kind of awkward and like she was trying too hard to be sexy again.
Carrie Ann saw the effort and glimpses of vulnerability.
Len on the other hand thought it was her worst performance on the show, and critiqued her heel touching the floor (which shouldn't happen in a Rumba).
That got him and Maks into a bit a of snit, can't say I blame him though but I doubt it'll help their chances of survival.
Bruno said it worked at times, but it was a difficult dance, with a difficult story to sell and didn't gel as well as it could have.
I'm picking Maks & Hope as the next to go (tomorrow) over Chaz & Lacey.
J.R. & Karina last but certainly not least J.R. did a Quickstep to a "Chicago" number. Bruno called it a hit.
While Len compared him to Helio Castroneves who he thought no one could match.
It seems the man can do no wrong he just keeps getting better and better.
Along with Ricki & Derek they are definitely the front runners now tied for first place with 29/30.
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