dancingdreamer October 15 Share October 15 Dedication Night - The nine remaining couples take to the ballroom floor to honor influential figures/institutions in their lives through heartfelt performances; special guest judge Mark Ballas. Link to comment
Stats Queen October 16 Share October 16 Well, I have to give Danny votes because he’s dedicating his dance to Mike Leach, wonderful football coach and person (RIP) 5 1 Link to comment
dizzyd October 16 Share October 16 Yay Mark! I think I’m going to be emotionally invested tonight. I expect a lot of contemporary tonight and that 1st one confirmed it. Beautiful but not perfect. 2 Link to comment
dancingdreamer October 16 Author Share October 16 (edited) Chandler/ Brandon dance contemporary It was very fluid, and she seemed so light. The judges want her to dig deep, make that connection Edited October 16 by dancingdreamer 5 Link to comment
ams1001 October 16 Share October 16 I don't know if I can take all the crying that is coming our way... At least the guest judge knows what he's talking about this week! 9 Link to comment
iMonrey October 16 Share October 16 I will never like Contemporary. Even when they're pretty. It's just so damned subjective. And often too emotionally manipulative. I'm glad the judges called them out on the side by side spins being out of sync. 9 Link to comment
Annber03 October 16 Share October 16 I missed the issues they pointed out in Chandler's dance, but yeah, it was lovely. I got worn out just watching Stephen's gymnastics moves at the start of his dance :p. That was a good one, though. 3 Link to comment
Stats Queen October 16 Share October 16 Stephen was so much better tonight. He is adorable 13 Link to comment
dancingdreamer October 16 Author Share October 16 I love Stephen, he's a quick study. I really enjoy him. 12 Link to comment
iMonrey October 16 Share October 16 I actually thought this was Stephen's worst dance. Kind of clunky in spots. 3 Link to comment
iMonrey October 16 Share October 16 I remain resolved that Contemporary is pretentious nonsense. I fail to see how that had anything to do with his college coach. Whatever. And of course Carrie Ann is crying. 5 Link to comment
Annber03 October 16 Share October 16 Wow, yeah, I'm with Bruno, that was easily Danny's best dance thus far. That was fantastic. The song choice was perfect. 3 Link to comment
dizzyd October 16 Share October 16 I can’t believe we’re already half through the season, feels like it just started. Danny improved today and good instructions from CAI. Wish mark could stay as judge. 7 Link to comment
Thalia October 16 Share October 16 4 minutes ago, iMonrey said: I actually thought this was Stephen's worst dance. Kind of clunky in spots. I love Stephen and have been rooting for him since the beginning. But I've found all his dance to be, as you say, clunky. He's enthusiastic and athletic; but he is not graceful. Although I have a theory based on his high scores (and Chandler's) -- now that Eric and Reginald are gone the judges can give higher scores without making it so obvious that Eric and Reg were just really, really bad. 2 1 Link to comment
Ladybugnine October 16 Share October 16 18 minutes ago, iMonrey said: I will never like Contemporary. Even when they're pretty. It's just so damned subjective. And often too emotionally manipulative. I'm glad the judges called them out on the side by side spins being out of sync. I totally agree with your earlier post, Contemporary ain't it for me either. It is too subjective and emotionally manipulative. Carrie-Anne's crying was over the top. 5 Link to comment
Desperado October 16 Share October 16 I liked Stephen’s energy on the dance, way more in character. Also loved the intro moves but worried about the shiny pants getting in the way. 🤣 4 Link to comment
Stats Queen October 16 Share October 16 I love contemporary. However, I do think it is a bad fit for this show because it is so subjective. I thought the dance was beautiful (others may not: which I respect) 2 Link to comment
dancingdreamer October 16 Author Share October 16 Danny and Witney dance contemporary That was very powerful, they danced side by side , and they were on time 4 Link to comment
iMonrey October 16 Share October 16 A Rumba dedicated to your kids? Uh, ok. Not a lot of movement from Dwight on this one. I said this last week, I think this guy has hit his ceiling. 6 Link to comment
Annber03 October 16 Share October 16 Aw, that was a nice dance from Dwight. The judges had some valid crtique, but I still liked that. 2 Link to comment
iMonrey October 16 Share October 16 9 minutes ago, Stats Queen said: I love contemporary. However, I do think it is a bad fit for this show because it is so subjective. Yes - I should clarify, I hate it on this show because judging it against traditional ballroom or Latin dances is like apples and oranges. Something that has no rules versus dances that do. It's total B.S. 7 Link to comment
Stats Queen October 16 Share October 16 1 minute ago, iMonrey said: Yes - I should clarify, I hate it on this show because judging it against traditional ballroom or Latin dances is like apples and oranges. Something that has no rules versus dances that do. It's total B.S. Were on the same page then 😊 it would only be fair if everyone danced contemporary on the same night. 7 Link to comment
dancingdreamer October 16 Author Share October 16 Dwight and Daniella This man reminds me of the gentle giant. Very fluid, beautiful arms. I didn't notice the height difference, love to watch him. 6 Link to comment
Desperado October 16 Share October 16 4 minutes ago, iMonrey said: A Rumba dedicated to your kids? Uh, ok. Not a lot of movement from Dwight on this one. I said this last week, I think this guy has hit his ceiling. I agree, could be lack of practice time or a ceiling or both. Still wowed by the work Daniella has done though. 1 Link to comment
Desperado October 16 Share October 16 Did not expect Bruno to call out Val moving Phaedra around. And… she did move more. Sexy dances dedicated to mom/kids is such a DWTS thing. 6 Link to comment
dizzyd October 16 Share October 16 Not sure I’m watching the same dances as the judges. 2 1 3 Link to comment
dancingdreamer October 16 Author Share October 16 Val and Phaedra That was lovely, so much better. She looked softer and she danced softer.. 2 Link to comment
dizzyd October 16 Share October 16 Wow, Haley and Derek put the whole graphic details for us to see! It’s like Benson Boone wrote this song for them, perfect and so beautiful. I will always live the power of contemporary it I can see how it should not be compared to ballroom. 6 Link to comment
Annber03 October 16 Share October 16 7 minutes ago, dancingdreamer said: Val and Phaedra That was lovely, so much better. She looked softer and she danced softer.. I liked it, too. I've been liking all the dances tonight. Wow, that story about Haley and her health scare. Damn. How frightening. I'm so glad she's doing so much better and wish her well. That was a truly emotional dance. 7 1 Link to comment
ams1001 October 16 Share October 16 That was beautiful. I miss getting to see Derek dance every week. 13 1 Link to comment
dancingdreamer October 16 Author Share October 16 Okay, now my eyes are leaking. She really went through it, bless her. It was a real miracle that she can dance like this. I am so very happy for them x 12 Link to comment
iMonrey October 16 Share October 16 Yikes I had no idea they went through that. Miraculous comeback indeed. Say what you want about Brooks, that family has great genes. And that was a good Salsa too. 8 Link to comment
lavenderblue October 16 Share October 16 Oh Gleb, I really appreciated that comic relief after the tears from Derek and Hayley's story and dance. Thanks! 3 Link to comment
dancingdreamer October 16 Author Share October 16 Brooks and Gleb dance a salsa Wow Brooks, she gave it her all. I wonder what she'd be like with a different partner? 3 Link to comment
dizzyd October 16 Share October 16 That was definitely Brooks best dance. And no kidding about the Nader genes, damn! 6 Link to comment
Stats Queen October 16 Share October 16 8s for Brooks and Chandler, this is just not right. 2 Link to comment
dizzyd October 16 Share October 16 Oh hell yeah, Joey is staying at the top of that leaderboard. 6 Link to comment
iMonrey October 16 Share October 16 Joey's Viennese Waltz was pretty darn good - but there's no mistaking him for a pro. Maybe something about his posture or footwork. Carrie Ann is right (for once) - it's in the details. 7 Link to comment
dancingdreamer October 16 Author Share October 16 Joey and Jenna A lovely VW, he's so smooth and a natural dancer. He's my winner. 9 Link to comment
DEL901 October 16 Share October 16 I think with Joey, he just isn’t athletic and musical, but he has the performance aspect down and actually leads. Sure, he can refine some details, but considering he wasn’t a dancer, he is doing phenomenally. 7 Link to comment
Quickbeam October 16 Share October 16 Phaedra criminally overscored. Enjoying the rest. 7 Link to comment
DEL901 October 16 Share October 16 Just now, dancingdreamer said: Joey and Jenna A lovely VW, he's so smooth and a natural dancer. He's my winner. I know a bunch of Bachelorettes have won, but I think he is the first Bachelor with a legit shot at the Mirror Ball. Or am I forgetting someone? 4 2 Link to comment
Annber03 October 16 Share October 16 1 minute ago, DEL901 said: I think with Joey, he just isn’t athletic and musical, but he has the performance aspect down and actually leads. Sure, he can refine some details, but considering he wasn’t a dancer, he is doing phenomenally. Agreed. Capturing the performance/emotion aspect of a dance can be really tough in its own right, so I admire anyone who can make that work. 3 Link to comment
dancingdreamer October 16 Author Share October 16 1 minute ago, DEL901 said: I know a bunch of Bachelorettes have won, but I think he is the first Bachelor with a legit shot at the Mirror Ball. Or am I forgetting someone? I can never remember them, but I will remember Joey, he's 100% enjoyable . Link to comment
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