Ep 7. The Last Dance
- TV-PG
- November 9, 2004
- 25 min
The Last Dance is the seventh episode of the first season of the MTV reality drama series Laguna Beach. The show follows the lives and relationships of a group of affluent teenagers living in Laguna Beach, Orange County, California.
The episode opens with the group preparing for the end-of-year prom. Lauren Conrad, who is still dealing with her crush on Stephen Colletti, is excited about the event. She hopes to reconcile with Stephen before summer vacation starts. Meanwhile, Stephen is torn between two girls, Lauren and his ex-girlfriend Kristin.
As the prom draws nearer, the group starts to contemplate their future. Many of them are graduating and will be leaving Laguna Beach for college soon. The thought of leaving their friends and familiar surroundings is daunting. Despite this, they are excited about the prospect of starting fresh in college, making new friends, and exploring new opportunities.
At the prom, the group is dressed to impress. Lauren looks stunning in her dress as does Kristin. Stephen is caught off guard when he sees Lauren and Kristin together. He realizes that he has a tough decision to make about his future with the girls.
As the night progresses, emotions run high. Tension rises when Stephen and Kristin dance together, leaving Lauren feeling hurt and rejected. The girls and guys split up for a while, and Lauren comes to terms with the fact that she may not have a future with Stephen. Meanwhile, Kristin and Stephen share a moment where Kristin tells him she still has feelings for him.
The episode comes to a close with the group enjoying their last dance together. It's a bittersweet moment as they enjoy a night they'll never forget, knowing that their lives will soon be taking them in different directions.
Overall, The Last Dance is a poignant episode that captures the essence of Laguna Beach. It's a show about the joys and pains of growing up, finding oneself, and discovering what it means to be an adult. The characters are relatable, and the drama is authentic, making for a compelling viewing experience.
