Sunday Service: Week 10

The fact that is was Movie Week seemed to undermine the fact that it was the quarter-final. It was barely mentioned, which is a shame because I think it makes the show less exciting. At least that's the themed weeks over for another year!

Robbie & Ola actually did a pretty good job with the quickstep. They covered the floor well, and Robbie was very light. He was a bit pigeon-toed at times. Robbie's timing is excellent. But the whole thing was a little untidy, and not very interesting.

It was going to be tough for Harry & Aliona. A rumba at this stage of the competition must be a daunting prospect. Harry did well. It was well acted (well, Harry pulled the same face he usually does, but it worked for the rumba). It didn't look completely natural, but it was better than most male celebrities. His arms were pretty good, and he had nice lines.

Alex & James did a good job with their American smooth. Alex now looks really comfortable on the floor. The lifts were great, and really tidy. Alex was very elegant, and she's starting to look like a nice dancer. A little more lift in her left arm would be nice.

We finally saw the Holly we've been waiting for this week. She enjoyed the paso, and it showed. Choreographically, I wasn't that keen. It wasn't Artem's best work, although it did have a fair bit of content, so we should be thankful for that. Holly execution, however, was excellent. She had beautiful lines, and her cool personality suited the dance. I do have to agree with Craig's comment about her eyeline. She needs to make sure she presents outward all the time instead of most of the time.

I absolutely loved Jason & Kristina's American smooth. It was wonderful. Beautifully presented with fantasic choreography. Jason has great footwork. The solo section at the beginning was lovely. It was totally Jason's dance, possibly the best since the quickstep on Halloween week. The lifts were gorgeous. The whole thing was glamorous, and perfect for movie week.

I thought Jason & Kristina were the best of the night. Until Chelsee & Pasha danced. From the first solo kick section, I knew it was going to be amazing. It was phenomenal. It was sharp. It had loads of energy. Fantastic choreography. Lots of personality. Chelsee coped well with some very quick steps. She had excellent timing. It was so good, I had tears in my eyes. Loved it!

Chelsee & Pasha were totally amazing, and I loved Jason & Kristina too. Inevitably, I though Robbie was the weakest. He is very good, but at this stage, he's just not in the same league as the others. As Holly was so much stronger this week, it has to be Alex in the bottom two with him. But this is Strictly, so there could easily be a shock exit. I can't wait to find out!

Here are the videos...

Robbie & Ola



Harry & Aliona



Alex & James



Holly & Artem



Jason & Kristina



Chelsee & Pasha