While I understand Maks's frustration, Len is head judge and he always calls it exactly how he see's it. I feel bad for Hope> She IS trying and I see some improvement. Meanwhile, Maks needs to show more respect.

I really think they are being unfair to Hope.

I think it was a total lack of disrespect on Maks part with all he said. I mean honestly they way he was shaking Hope last night in the clip before the group dance, to me, is outright abuse. She didn't sign up for that. Len is basically the Simon Cowell of the show. He's going to be brutally honest with how he views the talent, that's his job. Maks job is to train Hope to be a good dancer, not mouth off that it's "His show" and tell Len that he needs to retire.

EclecticFan78, I agree 100%! I was shocked when I saw Maks yanking Hope around like that! She's trying and even if she wasn't noone deserves to be abused! Maks needs anger management.
And you're right-Len is the Simon of DWTS. He's there to offer guidance and instruction.