The Star Academy 2024 carte blanche evening had its share of surprises in store this Saturday, December 28. The risky performance of one of the nominated students was particularly divided, sparking strong reactions from both Internet users and faculty.
In an electric atmosphere, the star academy prime started with a surprising innovation. Marguerite and Ulyssesthe two academicians nomineestook the initiative to overturn the codes by asking Nikos Aliagas to perform at the opening of the showrather than in the second part as tradition dictates. This bold decision set the tone for an evening rich in emotion, just one month from the grand finale of this 2024 season. This appointment particularly affected Margueritewho had confided earlier in the week that she was convinced of her imminent elimination. The young woman, upset after the announcement of the nominations, even declared to her comrades that it would be “his last week” at the castle.
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The duel quickly turned into a decisive moment for both candidates. Ulysses opened the ball with a personal and touching interpretation of the title U Turn (Lili) of the group Aaron. His performance, dedicated to his partner named Lily present in the audiencedemonstrated vocal mastery and sensitivity that immediately won over the audience. The candidate, already the record holder for nominations this season, has once again proven his ability to transcend in crucial moments. This performance comes after a particularly intense week at the castle, marked by the surprise visit from the candidates' relatives and the special theme “carte blanche“. The academicians also had total freedom in the choice of their songs for the evaluations, a first in the history of the program.
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Marguerite: her performance divides the teaching staff and Internet users
The rest of the evening took an unexpected turn when Marguerite launched into the interpretation of Corps from Yseult. Her choice, which she justified by the personal resonance of the text and the balance between “power and softness“that she was looking for, turned out to be particularly perilous. Reactions on social networks quickly arose, mostly critical of her performance.”Marguerite is still very wrong, isn’t it?” asked a user on X (formerly Twitter), while another was more direct: “She massacred Yseult's song…“. The criticisms continued relentlessly, as evidenced by this viral comment: “How false it is… Marguerite has reached the end of her dsl journey“. Internet users unanimously pointed the finger at accuracy problems and an overall rendering that was not up to par with the original.
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The faculty was more diplomatic in their evaluation, while still showing a marked preference for the performance of Ulysses. Alone Marlene Schaffprofessor of stage expression, defended the artistic choice of Margueriteemphasizing the importance of the text and the emotion released by the interpretation.
Prime Star Academy: a decisive turning point in the adventure for the two nominees
This evening could mark a crucial turning point in the journey of Margueritewho had nevertheless distinguished herself on several occasions during this edition with notable performances. Taking artistic risks, if it demonstrates a desire for authenticity, has not met with the support hoped for.
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The outcome of this bonus, the last of the year 2024, promises to be decisive for the future of the two candidates in the adventure. The battle of nominations, exceptionally placed at the opening of the show, clearly outlined the contours of an evening where audacity has not always rhymed with success. Viewers are now awaiting the final verdict which will determine which of the two talents will continue the adventure towards the grand finale which is fast approaching.
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