I think Matts showdance was disjointed and disappointing although I did like some of the content and the passion and performance was good - it was the choreography that didnt quite work
I think Karas choreography in the show dance was good ... the performance and passion was missing. She looked unsure, uncomfortable and her ability to dance wasnt reflected in the dance. If the decision was based solely on the showdance Kara and Artem would deserve to go out
Pamela and James danced with confidence and ability in the showdance. That said the choreography lacked a sparkle and was missing something.
I loved Matts samba, Pamelas VW was excellent and although I enjoyed Karas rumba - it was missing something she had in it last time - she seemed to be just off the money ... are the nerves too much for her or is her illness affecting her performance?
I keep watching Cola's showdance from last year (and I wasn't a Cola fan!), don't think I'll be going back for any of this years though. So far I'm still going for Kara(:D) as her routine was more difficult and was the only one of the three that stretched the celebs abilities - even though it was obviously a stretch too far..............:mad:
Is it me or do the judges seem to be harsh on Matt. I can't believe Craig gave Kara a 9 after saying she made mistakes, even she looked shocked when he gave her that. I know they don't count tonight but they seem to have it in for Matt over the last couple of weeks.
Yes , you could hear Kara say "ooh , that was generous ! " , after Craig had given her the first 9 . :rolleyes:
I thought that Matt & Kara should have been marked equally for their showdances . None of the three blew me away like Tom & Camilla's effort 2 years ago .
Despite being "bottom" out of the three , i think Matt may still make it , + Kara ; but what do i know , eh ??
I agree. Difficult dance almost perfectly executed. Pamela performed better than first time but a repeat of that VW just highlights the lack of dance content - a third of the routine spent on her backside pulling faces at the camera. Kara's rhumba wasn't as well executed as first time. All showdances were dire. At least Pamela's was a dance.
Agree with this. The young 'uns didn't dance much, and seemed to make errors and though James' idea was clever and well-executed, it didn't exactly set the world alight. I don't mind who wins. On the night Pamela's been best, I think, but over the series... Kara and Artem have been a joy to watch!
I think on balance I want Katrem to win. Memories of 'Cola' and Darren Gough serve as reminders that even sub-standard dancers can win against talented opponents. At least this final has had 3 talented finalists, who each in their own way 'deserve' the win.
Has Pamela ever done any fast, energetic dance? I was just wondering because her two dances tonight were slow, which makes them easier. Even Gavin was good at the waltz..
According to those who know, slow dances require more control than fast dances.
But its the show dance that gets the people voting. They can be out of this world with the other dances, but you mess the show dance. Death Meat.
Look at Colin Jackson.
But that was when the show dance was at the end. Also, Colin had already lost the final before the show dance. Darren was too far ahead for it to matter.
Thought all the showdances were dire. Come to think of it the only showdance I have ever really liked was Tom's. Matt's just didn't suit his personality and felt wrong for Strictly. There was just something a bit Kevin and Perry about it. Kara's was a bit naff also and badly executed. I thought Pamela danced her's the best but it was horribly sugary sweet and not different enough from any of her normal dances for me. The sight of her baby-blue knickers zooming towards the camera keeps playing over and over in my mind.
what an underwhelming show.
The showdances should have been put at the end - and they should have been better!
You're supposed to look forward to showdances. They should have done what they did when Tom won. Even though Lisa was knocked out before the second half, the 2nd runner up should have been invited back to do their showdance even though Lisa&Brendan's wasn't nice.
Lets hope they all wow us in their next dances. That would make up for those "showdances" and be a much better way to end their journeys than on mediocre showdances.
Lets hope they all wow us in their next dances. That would make up for those "showdances" and be a much better way to end their journeys than on mediocre showdances.
Does the third placed celeb get to do a dance in the second show? It would be a shame for them all if their last dance on Strictly was their showdance which was awful for all three.
I think Aliona let Matt down in their showdance.
Kara's was the most difficult of the 3 but went wrong and
James and Pamela not "showy" enough very safe and boring sorry Brendan & Natasha danced their showdance to Time of My Life in Series 1 and were much better.
Would love to see Matt and Kara go through
Okay FINALLY on my laptop and had a quick look through the thread...
1) It was inevitable that Pammy was going to get 40 for her VW, no way would the judges change their mind. I don't like Pam, for some reason I just can't seem to connect with her? As a few others have said, I don't understand her emotion. As for the showdance, I just wasn't 'wowed' by it? Didn't seem as showy as it could've been, James is playing it extremely safe. And I am sick to death of hearing the name Billy.
2) Poor old Matt, I love him to bits and I thought his Samba was fantastic! Deserved at least 39, Craig made it sound like he was going to throw him a 10, was extremely gutted when he didn't. And the showdance... was exactly as I expected to be. Full of gymnastic flips and jumps and lifts, but there just wasn't enough 'ballroom and latin' dancing, a lot of street dance. Not bothered though, I still want Matt to win, he has been my favourite since the start.
3) Kara, hmmm, I definately preferred the 'look' of the Rumba the first time round, and she got her foot caught in her dress at one point. She should've stayed with her pink dress and hair extensions. Their showdance wasn't as I had imagined, I thought it would've been a little bit better than that, but I still enjoyed it nevertheless. If Kara wins then i'm not too bothered, lovely girl and a great dancer, I just prefer Matt
4) Random, but WHY the showdance in the first half? Random. Overall, not the exciting show I was expecting.
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I think Karas choreography in the show dance was good ... the performance and passion was missing. She looked unsure, uncomfortable and her ability to dance wasnt reflected in the dance. If the decision was based solely on the showdance Kara and Artem would deserve to go out
Pamela and James danced with confidence and ability in the showdance. That said the choreography lacked a sparkle and was missing something.
I loved Matts samba, Pamelas VW was excellent and although I enjoyed Karas rumba - it was missing something she had in it last time - she seemed to be just off the money ... are the nerves too much for her or is her illness affecting her performance?
You would think Tess would have mentioned it though!
I am indeed Brendans babe (although he has yet to realise this!) and always support him but i had a soft spot for Gavin and Katya
Yes , you could hear Kara say "ooh , that was generous ! " , after Craig had given her the first 9 . :rolleyes:
I thought that Matt & Kara should have been marked equally for their showdances . None of the three blew me away like Tom & Camilla's effort 2 years ago .
Despite being "bottom" out of the three , i think Matt may still make it , + Kara ; but what do i know , eh ??
I agree. Difficult dance almost perfectly executed. Pamela performed better than first time but a repeat of that VW just highlights the lack of dance content - a third of the routine spent on her backside pulling faces at the camera. Kara's rhumba wasn't as well executed as first time. All showdances were dire. At least Pamela's was a dance.
It would.
Or a bit of tango with some stagey lifts.
Bingo.
It AIN'T rocket science.
Fairy nuff.:D
Good for you. Now't wrong with a bit of wear and tear.
I think on balance I want Katrem to win. Memories of 'Cola' and Darren Gough serve as reminders that even sub-standard dancers can win against talented opponents. At least this final has had 3 talented finalists, who each in their own way 'deserve' the win.
According to those who know, slow dances require more control than fast dances.
But that was when the show dance was at the end. Also, Colin had already lost the final before the show dance. Darren was too far ahead for it to matter.
Chance would be a fine thing :rolleyes::p
The showdances should have been put at the end - and they should have been better!
You're supposed to look forward to showdances. They should have done what they did when Tom won. Even though Lisa was knocked out before the second half, the 2nd runner up should have been invited back to do their showdance even though Lisa&Brendan's wasn't nice.
Does the third placed celeb get to do a dance in the second show? It would be a shame for them all if their last dance on Strictly was their showdance which was awful for all three.
Kara's was the most difficult of the 3 but went wrong and
James and Pamela not "showy" enough very safe and boring sorry Brendan & Natasha danced their showdance to Time of My Life in Series 1 and were much better.
Would love to see Matt and Kara go through
Absolutely
Three talented celebs who have committed themselves to SCD and performed, at times, faultlessly and been entertaining
Still want Matt to win though!
Well give it back!
1) It was inevitable that Pammy was going to get 40 for her VW, no way would the judges change their mind. I don't like Pam, for some reason I just can't seem to connect with her? As a few others have said, I don't understand her emotion. As for the showdance, I just wasn't 'wowed' by it? Didn't seem as showy as it could've been, James is playing it extremely safe. And I am sick to death of hearing the name Billy.
2) Poor old Matt, I love him to bits and I thought his Samba was fantastic! Deserved at least 39, Craig made it sound like he was going to throw him a 10, was extremely gutted when he didn't. And the showdance... was exactly as I expected to be. Full of gymnastic flips and jumps and lifts, but there just wasn't enough 'ballroom and latin' dancing, a lot of street dance. Not bothered though, I still want Matt to win, he has been my favourite since the start.
3) Kara, hmmm, I definately preferred the 'look' of the Rumba the first time round, and she got her foot caught in her dress at one point. She should've stayed with her pink dress and hair extensions. Their showdance wasn't as I had imagined, I thought it would've been a little bit better than that, but I still enjoyed it nevertheless. If Kara wins then i'm not too bothered, lovely girl and a great dancer, I just prefer Matt
4) Random, but WHY the showdance in the first half? Random. Overall, not the exciting show I was expecting.
Did you have to remind me.......I'd just about got rid of that image........
I missed that ... I thought she was on ...