JJ and Amy Charleston to Chitty Chitty Bang Bang ✨ Week 7 Musicals ✨ BBC Strictly 2020

[@markfowlermusic]

The best version of this song I've ever heard.

[@whyayetv]

It’s the same arrangement, apart from the intro, that Strictly did in 2013 with Patrick Robinson. You’re right, It’s a great version. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hmOZpY1mq5KehdU

[@calogirl4life]

Agreed! Dave Arch & team did a great job

[@markfowlermusic]

@@whyayetv oh wow you're right, thanks for that, in fact that earlier version is possibly even better, more lively.

[@whyayetv]

@@markfowlermusic it was a much better routine - and scored considerably higher (38 out of 40).

[@hotsteamy6571]

Yeah very rich in sound. Made it sound totally fresh

[@sebastiancrowell6125]

One of my all time favorite movie musicals! This makes me so happy.

[@LucaFelino]

That was BRILLIANT! Love the Chitty car prop, too! Also I'm probably gonna have the Chitty Chitty Bang Bang song stuck in my head all over again now, as it's so jolly and catchy!! 😁

[@dogsbodygrooming]

Aw I really enjoyed that dance and for the first time it looked like JJ did too! Bet his kids ADORED it and he'll be asked to trot it out for their parties ❤

[@danielthestrictlysuperfan6420]

FINALLY JJ gave a performance, he acted the dance, he smiled and it made me smile too... it was truly lovely and cute. Great musicality, brilliant partnership with Amy, amazing synchronization of steps, it had a lot of actual charleston content in it, JJ's swivels were truly nice. He has finally came out of his shell, he really acted the dance for the first time, he didn't miss a bit and a step, his footwork was respectable, clean and precise. His swivels could have been much more compact and smooth but still it was very good and actually for me it was JJ's BEST DANCE SO FAR! My score: a 7

[@grahamwing7278]

They go out in my all time favourite strictly moment, weird world

[@tkralva.6668]

Support him all the way. Although his disability restricts movement he is a joy to watch. I am glad the public have supported so long. And sad that I read comments saying that he needs to go. Can you imagine what he would be able to do with full use of his body - i think he would blow everyone out of competition. Maybe instead of having a token disability in the show they should have a series with all disability dancers to give them a chance of winning.

[@lauramcgrath3675]

I agree

[@MegaNeefa]

JJ I think is my favorite. Not to win (although that would be good) but to get as far as he has with all the issues he has I think he's done amazing!! This dance is hard for anyone but with someone who doesn't have full movement, I think he did amazing! And Amy is incredible to be able to adapt to what he can do and what he can't do. Not my all time favorite Charleston but its up there!

[@James17887]

Actually really enjoyed this and probably his best routine (imo), whilst bottom of the leaderboard his dance is what musicals weeks is all about and I thought it was great!

[@phoebebridgersismywife7640]

0:47 lives in my head rent free and i don’t know why

[@louisew6370]

Ah I loved that! Really suited the music and was just enjoyable to watch

[@richardbarkley9909]

Well Done!! Bravo!!

[@sharoncarter4086]

Amy, you're a perfect Truly Scrumptious. You're a beautiful lady and I loved watching you dance!!!! Absolute pleasure and joy to watch 💜xx

[@sharoncarter4086]

@iamOrla wow, you're so lucky to have such a beautiful talented lady as your aunt. Thank you so much for your wonderful reply, Sharon

[@jakebowler9763]

Very reserved for Charleston but he got the technique and timing spot on. However it did feel like he spent more time standing still than dancing and it lacked the chaotic energy of a Charleston. 6

[@chrisrobson4991]

Such a shame he left. I guess it was more 'Chitty-Chitty Bye bye!'

[@rossmh1495]

I think we’ve reached the point that JJ has gotten as far as he can go. This choreography although performed well was much more basic than the rest of the celebs left in the competition. His swivels need more elevation in the heel and i would have liked to have seen some more energy in the performance overall. A truly valiant effort from JJ it’s a shame the standard of the rest of the competition has ran away from him. 7/10

[@karenmackay490]

I wonder how many could dance like this with his injuries & constant pain? I know allowances can’t be made but he is AMAZING!

[@simplytommy6214]

I think he might get eliminated but I will sad because I adore this partnership. He may not be the best but he always tries to do the best that he can do and that's what I love about him.

[@rossmh1495]

@@karenmackay490 He is absolutely astounding - especially now that he is doing things that the physios said should be impossible to those with conditions like him, a true inspiration.

[@rossmh1495]

@@simplytommy6214 I worry for him tonight too - we shall have to wait and see

[@simplytommy6214]

@@rossmh1495 Ya ig we just gotta wait. For some reason I have feeling that either the bottom two will be either Ranvir and Bill or Jamie and JJ or combination of the two.

[@anonymouspeacefulperson6199]

Aww loved this 🥰 it reminded me of my childhood every Christmas or Easter watching this movie with my Grandad Bill. We would go to visit my grandads brother Tom and Great Aunt Irene and Albert and Louie, sit in the lounge with the quality streets chocolate and Christmas cake and watch this. I found Dick Van Dyke singing Hushabye mountain be relaxed and comforted. Then as soon as the child catcher came on the screen I would scream, get anxious, panic and jump onto my grandad Bill’s knee, squash his cigarettes in his pocket and hide behind the cushion until he disappeared. I still get panicky when that scene comes on the screen. But happy childhood memories of my grandad.

[@hollywark2885]

Amazing JJ 💕 you are a true inspiration!

[@Rosie-bi5gz]

Wow I really enjoyed that. So joyous

[@calogirl4life]

Me too! Easily his best dance. I have a feeling this will be his last week but he will leave on a high

[@Rosie-bi5gz]

@@calogirl4life yes I think so too. A shame but it's so good this year

[@hollywark2885]

JJ was so good 💕

[@kayelewis9305]

Brilliant Amy, just brilliant. Love from Wales xxx

[@rubytuesday7225]

Great dance JJ. Well done.

[@babyelephant260907]

Ironically, I thought that this was his best dance. Sad to see him go. A true gentleman!

[@karlblanch3898]

Thoroughly enjoyed your performance on Strictly Come Dancing performing to Chitty,Chitty Bang,Bang ,so couldn't believe it when you were voted off. You should have been in the final . Well done for getting this far , your family must be so proud of you and thank you for keeping us entertained .

[@chalkiememe4183]

Well done this was fabulous.

[@xxisabel11]

Never noticed how long his legs where! Scores: 6, 7, 7 = 20

[@cnatview]

Thanks, Cherry.

[@xxisabel11]

@@cnatview no worries :)

[@scarlettcourtney9205]

thank youu!

[@rhiannonfryer1715]

They may have left the competition but I really love this dance and the music xxx

[@ClareKix]

It’s pretty clear he needs to go now. He’s done well, but is certainly not on par with the other celebrities left in the competition and hasn’t been for a few weeks.

[@victoriak4745]

He's in pain you idiot 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@ilurvsharrypotter]

such fun choreo!

[@mattjones9843]

Probably his best footwork yet, he has the swivel down well. I did count a couple times though he swivled the opposite way he was supposed to to match Amy. (7)

[@douglasholt8353]

I did love this dance it was so amazing to see it

[@lauramcgrath3675]

Emm to all those people who thinks JJ has reached the end 😡 he's my fav and he deserved to win after all he has been through

[@Fiercedancers1]

Brilliant

[@Jess25120]

I love Amy and JJ!!!

[@lozforrest6042]

I’ve seen so many comments saying ‘he needs to go home now’ NO he doesn’t. He really does deserve to be there. I never realised how bad the injuries were that he sustained and to not only physically, but mentally put himself to that is so so rewarding for us to see as a country. He should be very happy of himself. True soldier you are

[@katydickson5547]

That was good and entertaining.

[@LucaFelino]

_Chitty Bang Bang, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Chitty Bang Bang, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Chitty Bang Bang, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Oh, you, Pretty Chitty Bang Bang. Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, we love you! And, our, Pretty Chitty Bang Bang. Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Loves us too!_ Such a catchy song, don't you think!? 😁

[@lynncoyle7343]

Amy is lovely best dance yet frm him loosening up as been to serious

[@Jules-vh2pb]

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING 11/10 😻💖

[@jaidenbell-goodwin7368]

Scores: 6, 7, 7= 20

[@alanamaundrell6901]

Thanks

[@dinico9917]

I think it's brilliant to see how far JJ has made in the competition however he is out of his league compared to the other celebs and this would be the perfect time for him to go. This Charleston definitely had a lot of the simple steps in it and I feel like it was lacking the Charleston characterisation and energy for me so they were playing it safe and didn't go for a super technical faster Charleston. Haven said that he didn't miss a single step and didn't miss a single beat and I actually think this was one of his best performances, 7!

[@markwilkinson2095]

Yes, but you have to remember that he’s ex Royal Marine and injured. I guess if people are going to judge his abilities against his more able competitors, the question should be asked “is there any point having paralympians or injured ex servicemen in the competition”

[@Jules-vh2pb]

I’m , very sorry but the wrong couple left.

[@PTUMH]

I agree JJ should not have gone

[@CrownedGrassy]

I loved this so much Why were the scores so low! Not fair why did they go home They were Amazing I thought JJ should’ve won

[@ramizahmed461]

oh my wow couple

[@martinacasado424]

So good!

[@richatom71]

Super cute .

[@Robert-hz3xm]

Very entertaining it's a 7️⃣

[@ben-2008]

It was good, but I sadly think this is the end of the line for JJ

[@stubbsie888]

A little stop/start and lacked a little punch. Kicks should be kicked back as well as forward. However a good effort as Charleston is harder than it looks.

[@peterlawrence4493]

Love it

[@23nath]

How me and my friends rated it- Nath -7 /10 Alex - 4/10 Lily - 6/10 Score - 17/30

[@libbymoss0129]

Why is Alex always so harsh 😂

[@pennyandfishy7241]

Alex is worse than Craig

[@pennyandfishy7241]

@Michael Radzik 😂😂😂. I like myself as a judge, I'd say I'm a Bruno type. I judge with my heart but also sometimes like Shirley. I like to be as technical as possibke

[@lauramcgrath3675]

I would give it a 26 out of30

[@pennyandfishy7241]

@@lauramcgrath3675 way to generous

[@michaelr289]

Scores Me 8 Abby 8 Kevin 8 24/30

[@lexparishactingadventures5448]

I personally know the guy who provided the chitty car

[@pennyandfishy7241]

He played the story well and his swivels were lovely and great leg action and musicality. It was very cute and sweet but far too laid back for the Quarter Finals. It was always gonna be hard for him seeing as he can't do lifts. It was probably his best non Ballroom dance and he has improved but not enough for this stage sadly. It didn't have the goffiness or energy a Charleston should have. I think it is his time to leave the show. He's been an inspiration and a tremendous man but enough is enough. He isn't up to the standard of the rest. It was wonderful he was in the army and I have upmost respect to him but I have to say that he's only gotten this far for his personality and being in the army. The bit of Charleston he did was good but it was way too stroppy and starty. However a stronger tall Charleston fir sure. *7/10*

[@lauramcgrath3675]

Well after all he has been throught he did a great job

[@pennyandfishy7241]

@@lauramcgrath3675 he did good but it's his time to go

[@lauramcgrath3675]

🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂

[@lauramcgrath3675]

@@pennyandfishy7241 who says

[@ellamarie7996]

honestly loved this dance!! personally i think they were slightly undermarked for this dance compared to the rest of they couples and in relation to the comments from the judges too!! this was such a different side to jj and i’m glad we got to see this. the comments about the choreo were unfair as it is a speciality dance so it was choreographed by an outside pro (not amy) so it’s unfair to mark them on the choreo they were provided with. they are honestly having the time of their lives and i really really hope they get through to the semi finals next week 🤞🏼

[@ambermac9449]

If anything, it was over marked 😂

[@rhythmictiger]

All the thumbs down are from Baron Bomburst

[@bessieburnet9816]

I guess the criticism from the Jive helped this be better.

[@the5thjudge]

our scores: me: 7 diya: 7 kelsey: 6 owen: 7 27/40

[@RicardoElCorrazonDeLeon]

and that man is considered to be disabled. Amazing.

[@suzannerider9460]

He went out last night.

[@bibcay2622]

Scores: 6,7,7

[@RobertoRevAng]

Yeah we knew this was gonna happen.....

[@creshaunh]

I dont think I pointed this out last week after Clara was eliminated but I stated that I was scared for JJ going into Musicals week. Now that Musicals week is here, I am still scared for JJ to leave tomorrow. I mean the routine was decent, the swivels were clean and some form of Jitterbug/Swing content was nice. However, compared to the other Charlestons of the series this was pretty meh for me. Not saying it was horrendous, but it did lack energy compare to the others. *7.5*

[@ambermac9449]

5

[@creshaunh]

@@ambermac9449 you didnt like the routine?

[@Ali-T1]

Disappointed with Amy's comment which I felt was aimed to get more viewers sympathy and votes...re JJ being able to do more in dancing than should be possible for him. He doesn't need sympathy votes, he's done well but think it's time for him to go, as others have said.

[@Ali-T1]

@Miguel Asumang that a physio or the like had told JJ that he shouldn't be able to do the moves/things he was doing in Strictly, implying that it shouldn't be possible after his injuries

[@topworld-et5vk]

me:5 sister:5 mum:6 dad:4 total:20/40

[@Ginnilini]

I feel like this song would suit a Polka better than a Charleston.

[@CorrinaCross]

Brilliant. Under-marked.

[@tabitharoper3408]

It wasn’t under marked

[@alisoncotuk1335]

He had the character and the choreography right. He really understood his character and portrayed him in such an entertaining way. There is a but though. His swivels needed more heel elevation and it lacked the energy levels of the Charleston. The Charleston is a very energetic dance and I didn’t see that. Also, at some points might I say it looked like a faulty engine with the stop start thing. But wonderful characterisation, it was synchronised and overall I enjoyed the dance. 8

[@sophiepellerin5517]

Mmmm feel like he was standing still a bit too much in this. Need more movement for this dance

[@simig6612]

He has a leg infection so they’ve been adapting the choreo

[@sophiepellerin5517]

@@simig6612 I'm aware but sadly they need to judge him based on the same standards as everyone else :(

[@starsonmars9429]

I can see Tess is sporting the black Malibu dress range. Why are the buttons not silver🤔

[@mikecroston9420]

Because strictly makes all the outfits

[@shimmieparry1182]

Who cares?!?!

[@DJ_Hooligan]

Nice but i more liked version with Anya Charleston & Patrick Robinson

[@Mrtiktokfox]

I ♥️kJ and Amy I’m so sorry you left I thought you did great I don’t know why Shirley and Craig said Jamie and karen

[@PTUMH]

craig was talking rubbish there was nothing wrong with the swivel i thought the routine was good

[@louisebacchus-brown8996]

This was lacklustre for me. She carried him. Felt the choreo was slightly boring too compared to other Charleston’s we’ve seen

[@shimmieparry1182]

My point exactly

[@jonathanklein383]

Nope. If you play that song you have to sing it and the license plate must read GEN 11. Otherwise a hard fail. At least unlike most covers they got the backfires.

[@xxisabel11]

This song got on my nerves a tad bit. Perfect song for the Charleston but it got on my nerves. The choreo isn’t that good for me. Amy is a lovely lady but she isn’t the best choreographer in my opinion.. he tried his best though and he did alright.

[@fibrown444]

The Charleston I believe is choregraphed by Jenny Thomas not Amy, same with everyone's Charlestons.

[@xxisabel11]

@@fibrown444 Okay thank you. I was referring to all of the styles not just Charleston.

[@lauramcgrath3675]

Hey she is a great coregorphor in my opinion

[@111Jabberwocky]

They did a great job considering its he wrong dance? Chitty chitty bang bang is a polka...

[@ramizahmed461]

omg Caucasians couple

[@freyawilson3623]

5 decent :-/

[@terrykennedy7050]

I used to like this film years and years ago. I can't stand it now u guess that's cos I am so use to what happens in it that I just don't like it anymore.

[@dfwjac]

Never seen a charleston done to a polka before...

[@Shmiguelly]

It was far too prim and proper. Enjoyable enough but not the wacky Charleston it needed to be.

[@shimmieparry1182]

JJ was good. But the choreography was dire. Far too simple and plain :(

[@jpbdude4223]

Very interesting. Good acting, just isn’t quite a dancer. A 7.

[@siennajones8251]

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