Topic: Doctor Who **USE SPOILER TAGS PLEASE**

[PaulF]

Pub scene in the one just gone (ep 4?) was excellent.

[Boston Bosox]

Been Watching the old Dr Who (1960s) up to series 4
Many Episodes missing , Some Animated ones
Very Enjoyable even so

[duvva 💅]

Thought tonight’s was ok, then the end was pretty powerful

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I did understand that right, they wouldn’t let the doctor save them because he’s black?

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But what are they spending the Disney money on, as it’s not the monsters. That’s the second this series that wouldn’t have looked out of place in the 80s.

[Brian Blessed]

Thought tonight’s was ok, then the end was pretty powerful

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I did understand that right, they wouldn’t let the doctor save them because he’s black?

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But what are they spending the Disney money on, as it’s not the monsters. That’s the second this series that wouldn’t have looked out of place in the 80s.

Yeah, that was the reason.


And Disney are paying the BBC, I doubt the BBC are obligated to spend it on Who.

[SP]

Thought tonight’s was ok, then the end was pretty powerful

Spoiler

I did understand that right, they wouldn’t let the doctor save them because he’s black?

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But what are they spending the Disney money on, as it’s not the monsters. That’s the second this series that wouldn’t have looked out of place in the 80s

There was also references to colonialism earlier in the episode.

[wampa1]

There was also references to colonialism earlier in the episode.

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There was loads of subtle stuff, like Lindy speaking to Ruby and immediately blocking The Doctor and then not recognizing him when he came back, being disgusted when she learned Ruby and The Doctor were in the same room, all the FineTime residents being white...

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I had the usual "but why...?" issues with the episode (like 73 Yards) but whereas 73 Yards was "because magic" this one was "because that's not the point".

3 good/decent episodes in row.

[duvva 💅]

There was also references to colonialism earlier in the episode.

Spoiler

There was loads of subtle stuff, like Lindy speaking to Ruby and immediately blocking The Doctor and then not recognizing him when he came back, being disgusted when she learned Ruby and The Doctor were in the same room, all the FineTime residents being white...

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I had the usual "but why...?" issues with the episode (like 73 Yards) but whereas 73 Yards was "because magic" this one was "because that's not the point".

3 good/decent episodes in row.

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There was the a “Rich Kids” reference as well, but I didn’t pick up on some of those other things such as the colonialism. Think it could be an episode that proves stronger on reflection and on a second watch. But Ncuti’s reaction was brilliant, as was Ruby’s incredulous expression at what she was hearing and how hurtful it was to the doctor. That short sequence was hard hitting and brilliantly handled

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[Brian Blessed]

I had the same thought, duvva. I enjoyed it the first time, but it’s going to be even better the second time for knowing what’s at the core.

[PaulF]

I'll use the excuse that I was focussing on getting the ironing done, but I have no idea why colonialism is being raised here.  This is a comment more about how it may well have gone over a lot of heads, than a dig at anyone.
If anyone has time to put together a couple of paragraphs in a spoiler for my education, then I'd read with interest.  In fairness, lots of Dr Who goes over my head, and the 'arc's are  mostly a waste of time for me.  I feel like I'm more tik tok generation. But discrete episodes with strong characters (Doctor and companions) are about all I can deal with.

[duvva 💅]

Been Watching the old Dr Who (1960s) up to series 4
Many Episodes missing , Some Animated ones
Very Enjoyable even so

Yep such a shame they dumped all those episodes. Amazing how many they’ve got back over the years but still some massive holes in the first two doctors catalogue.

[Red Beret]

William Russell, aka Ian Chesterton passed away today, aged 99.

[Brian Blessed]

Glad they brought him back when they did for one last hurrah.

[Boston Bosox]

William Russell, aka Ian Chesterton passed away today, aged 99.

 


R.I.P.

[duvva 💅]

Glad they brought him back when they did for one last hurrah.

Yes was great to see him in that circle of ex companions. Think I was more excited to see him there than any of them.

RIP

[wampa1]

Yes was great to see him in that circle of ex companions. Think I was more excited to see him there than any of them.

RIP

I really liked that concept as a whole, normalising people getting together and talking in a room at a community centre. Far better than the nonsensical, overly saccharine and emotional 'memory TARDIS'.

[duvva 💅]

Really good episode this week. Looks like one they spent a bit on.

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Rogue is the new Capt Jack and they’re certainly being bolder than just flirting this time! Don’t think it’s the last we’ll see of him

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[jillcwhomever]

What's been the general vibe for everyone in this new season so far?

[duvva 💅]

What's been the general vibe for everyone in this new season so far?

Wasn’t keen on the first couple of episodes but been a lot better since. Episodes 3 and 4 by far the best so far. Ruby is excellent. Think she’s my fav companion since Amy Pond. He’s a much more emotional Doctor than previous incarnations, but really good as well.

[jillcwhomever]

Wasn’t keen on the first couple of episodes but been a lot better since. Episodes 3 and 4 by far the best so far. Ruby is excellent. Think she’s my fav companion since Amy Pond. He’s a much more emotional Doctor than previous incarnations, but really good as well.

It's funny you mentioned Amy Pond, the last time I watched Doctor Who was when Matt Smith was the Doctor, I kind of stopped watching after he'd left. They were probably my favourite modern duo in the show. It's good that it's picked up let's hope that's a good sign.

[Brian Blessed]

I had a break after the first Jodie season, mainly fatigue. But I picked it up again when Ncuti was announced as I like him. Because of Covid and such I didn’t really have much to catch up on at all. There has been a mix of good episodes and Clangers, but at least it was better than Jodie’s first season which I think had just one or two that I liked. Once it went to just specials in 22 and 23 it really picked up for me, just the one episode I disliked.

So far I’ve loved all the Ncuti episodes, it’s been a breath of fresh air with the regime change for me, and really got me back into Who.

[Boston Bosox]

I am now up to Series 10
Jon Pertwee

Ahh the Memories

[duvva 💅]

I am now up to Series 10
Jon Pertwee

Ahh the Memories

The best is still to come

[PaulF]

What's been the general vibe for everyone in this new season so far?

Was going to say I've been very unimpressed.
But that last episode was just wow.

[Draex]

What's been the general vibe for everyone in this new season so far?

I’m not a fan of her music.

[Musketeer Gripweed]

What's been the general vibe for everyone in this new season so far?

For me, good Doctor, not so good assistant and not great stories, with a couple of good ones thrown in there, just to keep me hooked enough to go back. Very frustrating.

I honestly don't know who this show is aimed at these days. Is it still aimed at kids whilst still appealing to old geeks like me?

[Trada]

All hail Lord Buckethead

[duvva 💅]

That was pretty epic

[Boston Bosox]

That was pretty epic

Yep Pretty Good

[Musketeer Gripweed]

That was a great episode this week. Fair play.