Your_Lion Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 ^ I agree about Missy. While I loved her, I wish that after her first story they would have just called her The Master, rather than Missy. It made sense for her first season, because it was a surprise, but after that, calling her Missy made it a bit easy to think of her as a different character, even while knowing she wasn't. As for the rest, while you state doubts, at least you show an open mind and a willingness to give her a shot. Too many people are just writing off as if the the Beeb just killed Doctor Who.And I agree with your line about it being an inevitability...I don't get why a lot of people I've read are so shocked...I think I would have been more shocked if another guy had been cast...just like I was when Capaldi was cast. Everyone was being so positive that the 12th Doctor was going to be female or a minority, that the most shocking thing was to cast someone in their 50's (after a couple of young Doctors) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mosher Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 In fairness, Missy was introduced with the intention to fool the audience, and therefore she was intentionally given characteristics that didn't scream 'Master'. That worked for the moment, but long term it hurts the progression. When at her most devious she seemed very much the Master to me, and I had no issue, but I wonder if it's the intentional misdirect that might make people see a difference (along with the tease that she might become 'caring'). The Doctor wants that of course, but by seeming to succeed even in part she becomes different again. But when she was devious and vicious she seemed spot on. As to the Doctor, there are no masculine characteristics I feel are part of the character. In fact, with such a wide variety of personalities I don't agree that there were seamless transitions. 1 to 2 was quite different, and 5 to 6 was a striking difference. Unless they play up some unfortunate trope (like suddenly needing a man or crushing on some guy or something rarely Doctor like, I don't expect a problem. If she's vague, secretive, a bit quick to use others, and full of buried stress and knowledge vastly superior to her companions, she'll be great. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Your_Lion Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 RIP to another Doctor Who companion Deborah Watling, who played Victoria Waterford in the 1960s, starring alongside second Doctor Patrick Troughton, has died at the age of 69.Her death followed a short battle with lung cancer, after she was diagnosed with the illness just six weeks ago.RIP :( http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-40684318 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueschica Posted July 22, 2017 Share Posted July 22, 2017 RIP to another Doctor Who companion Deborah Watling, who played Victoria Waterford in the 1960s, starring alongside second Doctor Patrick Troughton, has died at the age of 69.Her death followed a short battle with lung cancer, after she was diagnosed with the illness just six weeks ago.RIP :( http://www.bbc.co.uk...t-arts-40684318I didn't start watching until Tom Baker but this is sad. :( 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Your_Lion Posted July 22, 2017 Share Posted July 22, 2017 Here's one of the classic scenes between Victoria and the 2nd Doctor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Babycat Posted July 22, 2017 Share Posted July 22, 2017 RIP to another Doctor Who companion Deborah Watling, who played Victoria Waterford in the 1960s, starring alongside second Doctor Patrick Troughton, has died at the age of 69.Her death followed a short battle with lung cancer, after she was diagnosed with the illness just six weeks ago.RIP :( http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-40684318 Aw.... :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Babycat Posted July 22, 2017 Share Posted July 22, 2017 Here's one of the classic scenes between Victoria and the 2nd Doctor :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steevo Posted August 17, 2017 Share Posted August 17, 2017 RIP to another Doctor Who companion Deborah Watling, who played Victoria Waterford in the 1960s, starring alongside second Doctor Patrick Troughton, has died at the age of 69.Her death followed a short battle with lung cancer, after she was diagnosed with the illness just six weeks ago.RIP :( http://www.bbc.co.uk...t-arts-40684318 Damn, another one. I had only JUST finished watching Tomb of the Cybermen story as well for the first time. She was a doll. Watching Ark in Space now with Elisabeth of course... :( 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Your_Lion Posted August 18, 2017 Share Posted August 18, 2017 RIP to another Doctor Who companion Deborah Watling, who played Victoria Waterford in the 1960s, starring alongside second Doctor Patrick Troughton, has died at the age of 69.Her death followed a short battle with lung cancer, after she was diagnosed with the illness just six weeks ago.RIP :( http://www.bbc.co.uk...t-arts-40684318 Damn, another one. I had only JUST finished watching Tomb of the Cybermen story as well for the first time. She was a doll. Watching Ark in Space now with Elisabeth of course... :(Yeah, it's sad. I still can't believe Caroline John and Mary Tamm are both gone, too :( It's good to see you back around these parts, anyway, Steevo :hi: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Your_Lion Posted September 2, 2017 Share Posted September 2, 2017 Check it out. Hank Marvin has recorded an arrangement of the Doctor Who theme :guitar:It's on his latest album 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Babycat Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Yuor_Lnio, have you ever heard some music like What If Pink Floyd Did Doctor Who, What If Tangerine Dream Did Doctor Who, What If Vangelis Did Doctor Who, What If John Carpenter Did Doctor Who, What If Kraftwerk Did Doctor Who..? They're on Youtube and pretty good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Your_Lion Posted December 14, 2017 Share Posted December 14, 2017 As well as the usual Christmas lights, this year our village has a TARDIS! Obviously in honour of the fact that the upcoming Doctor, Jodie Whitaker, was born and raised in the village, some mystery people have got together and had this awesome model specially built and placed on the side of the street. I couldn't believe it when I first saw it!!! :yay: 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J2112YYZ Posted December 14, 2017 Share Posted December 14, 2017 As well as the usual Christmas lights, this year our village has a TARDIS! Obviously in honour of the fact that the upcoming Doctor, Jodie Whitaker, was born and raised in the village, some mystery people have got together and had this awesome model specially built and placed on the side of the street. I couldn't believe it when I first saw it!!! :yay: Did you try to open it? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Your_Lion Posted December 15, 2017 Share Posted December 15, 2017 As well as the usual Christmas lights, this year our village has a TARDIS! Obviously in honour of the fact that the upcoming Doctor, Jodie Whitaker, was born and raised in the village, some mystery people have got together and had this awesome model specially built and placed on the side of the street. I couldn't believe it when I first saw it!!! :yay: Did you try to open it?I tried but I couldn't get in Looks like I don't get to be the new companion 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J2112YYZ Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 So, first ever female Doctor. Is anyone watching the new season? I really liked the new Doctor in the first episode. Really thought she nailed it. The second episode was just ok for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KenJennings Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 (edited) Being skeptical of the casting of a female Doctor, I've got to say, Jodie is nailing it. She's got the frantic energy, the commanding expertise, and the pattering dialogue down to a science already. I'm pleasantly surprised by her interpretation of the Doctor, staying true to the character, in circumstances that may wrongmindedly advance the temptation to over-trailblaze. In terms of look, the show has definitely stepped up production values. The premier was a little dark for my taste, but the Ghost Monument was really beautiful. I hope the bigger budgets and new influx of attention don't drive them to be too daring. I can't help but worry that the glitzy new appearance of the show will come crashing down the moment some bad CGI or Nerf-costumed alien makes an appearance; but for now, its looks nice. The writing needs to reel it in. They would benefit from a less packed approach. They really seem to be overloading these episodes, to the point that they become a little hard to follow. I really don't like how they've called back to events that transpired off-screen or over the commercial break ('oh yea, while you were in the kitchen grabbing a soda, I diffused those bombs')... I get that unseen details help to drive suspense toward a big reveal, but I think a more straightforward approach would benefit them. These new TV seasons are short, and I'm fearing that their ambition will overflow the confines of time allowed. All in all, it's a promising first two episodes- take the good with the bad. I'm in for more. Edited October 17, 2018 by KenJennings 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mosher Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 I've loved the season so far. I thought she was great in Broadchurch and expected good things. No disappointment at all. The episodes have lacked subtlety, but I figure they sacrificed a bit of nuance in order to stake out what this show will be. I imagine now that the characters (other than the cop-in-training) have been fleshed out a bit the heavy-handedness will shift away to more complex narratives. Right now, I'm a big fan of what's happening. Jody is absolutely perfect as the Doctor. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LyndseyG Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 I'm loving it. Jodie is great! After the first episode I posted on Facebook, "She made a Sonic Screwdriver out of spoons!" With a love heart-smiley as a background. :dweez: 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mosher Posted October 22, 2018 Share Posted October 22, 2018 The third episode was excellent. They made their introductions and now are ready for great writing. This show is GOOD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeduck Posted October 22, 2018 Share Posted October 22, 2018 Doctor Who - 1970-1981 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mosher Posted October 22, 2018 Share Posted October 22, 2018 I was a Tom Baker guy too. But love the new incarnation. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J2112YYZ Posted October 22, 2018 Share Posted October 22, 2018 Really liked the new episode. A different show topic for them to take on but I thought they handled it perfectly. Jodie is doing great so far. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J2112YYZ Posted October 22, 2018 Share Posted October 22, 2018 Doctor Who - 1970-1981 I started watching the show with the 2005 reboot. So David Tennant is my favorite Doctor. Tom Baker was great though and is a very close second for me. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Union 5-3992 Posted October 22, 2018 Share Posted October 22, 2018 I think she's doing even better considering she didn't seem to know much about the show prior to taking on the roll. Capaldi and Tennant were super fans and did enormously well. I loved Jodie in Broadchurch and Black Mirror and she's definitely bringing it. The only thing we have to worry about now is Chibnall. He has a less than stellar writing history. But it'd be pretty hard to get an episode ending as bad as Hell Bent or Kill the Moon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KenJennings Posted October 23, 2018 Share Posted October 23, 2018 (edited) nevermind Edited October 23, 2018 by KenJennings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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