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Post by ahunter8056 on May 28, 2013 14:24:18 GMT -5
The way Doctor Who is, you can jump in at any time and its still the same show. You could start in 1963, 1981, 2005, or 2010 and it still has the same basic plot. However with that said, the classic series evokes a different reaction from different people. Some people can't stand the wobbly sets, bad acting by a lot of actors and laughable special effects, but some people can get past that and enjoy the story for what it is. While I prefer the revived series by far over the original, I still enjoy classic Doctor Who. If we're talking about favourites, my favourite Doctor is David Tennant, with Matt Smith at a close second. While the Tenth and Eleventh Doctors share similar excitable personalities, I get irritated some times by Matt Smith's posh British accent. One of the reasons why I prefer the revived series Doctors over all the classic series Doctors. Talking about favourite Series, my favourite is Series 2. Spoilers in white. The return of the Cybermen, a surprise appearance by the Daleks marking the one and only time the Daleks and Cybermen have been in open warfare against each other on-screen, The Doctor facing the Devil, and of course Rose Tyler's emotional farewell.My favourite episode has to be The Stolen Earth/Journey's End. Again, spoilers in white. We finally have the return of Rose Tyler, we have the Torchwood team, the return of Davros, a fake regeneration by The Doctor, the Supreme Dalek, an army of Daleks, and their plan to destroy reality.If you enjoy Doctor Who, then I highly recommend it's spin-off series, Torchwood. It stars Captain Jack Harkness with his team investigating various alien presences in Cardiff, although Series 3 switches to London and Series 4 switches to America. It's basically an adult version of Doctor Who, without The Doctor or the TARDIS. Despite this, personally I find it to be a highly enjoyable programme. Being British, I take offense to this. Well -- you can take offense all you'd like. I'm sorry to hear that. But the effects are pretty terrible. I don't think this is debatable. Which, what is SyFy known for? -- Some alright shows, but low production value due to bad special effects. Admittedly, after last posting in this thread, I finally gave the show a legit chance, starting with Eccleston, and it IS entertaining (I prefer Being Human so far, though) But the effects are still terrible. I don't understand how you can say the effects from 2005 onwards are terrible. One or two may be bad (the Daleks exterminating (spoilers in white) Captain Jack Harkness is a prime example), but the rest of the effects are fantastic.
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Post by joesgonnakillu on May 31, 2013 2:03:46 GMT -5
No you don't. Start from the Ninth Doctor where the Netflix episodes start and you'll be fine. It was a reboot of sorts. This is exactly what I did. My girlfriend is a HUGE Dr Who fan and wanted me to try it. Im hooked. As long as you know the basics start with 9th and you will be fine. They explain who everyone is in the series. I had no clue how nasty the Daleks were coming into the show and now they are my 2nd favorite villians (Weeping Angels FTW)
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Post by Rob Furious on May 31, 2013 2:58:22 GMT -5
I really like that each one of them brought something different to the role. I find Matt Smith to be freaking Hilarious as The Doctor. Tennant was so devastatingly brilliant and had such heart playing the role and Eccleston was kind of a bad ass goofball.
One of the best things about this show is the real life Crazy that went on with Tennant. Most people know but for anyone who doesnt.
David Tennant married the girl who played his daughter Jenny in one episode Georgia Moffett. Her real life Father also happens to be Peter Davison who played the 5th Doctor. Tennant and her now have an actual Daughter of their own. So just try and piece all that together in your head.
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Post by ahunter8056 on May 31, 2013 4:53:31 GMT -5
I really like that each one of them brought something different to the role. I find Matt Smith to be freaking Hilarious as The Doctor. Tennant was so devastatingly brilliant and had such heart playing the role and Eccleston was kind of a bad ass goofball. One of the best things about this show is the real life Crazy that went on with Tennant. Most people know but for anyone who doesnt. David Tennant married the girl who played his daughter Jenny in one episode Georgia Moffett. Her real life Father also happens to be Peter Davison who played the 5th Doctor. Tennant and her now have an actual Daughter of their own. So just try and piece all that together in your head. It's crazy to think that one of your childhood heroes could become your father-in-law.
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Post by Deleted on May 31, 2013 21:30:59 GMT -5
Just finished Series 2. Well, that finale was depressing. It was a really great episode, but I'm disappointed about the ending with Rose leaving. Also that last scene REALLY killed the mood. I think we could of done without it, but what do I know.
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Post by John Zero on May 31, 2013 21:59:17 GMT -5
Doctor Who will tear at every single human emotion you have. Maybe even some you didn't know you had. And usually more than one at a time.
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Post by Deleted on May 31, 2013 22:10:59 GMT -5
Doctor Who will tear at every single human emotion you have. Maybe even some you didn't know you had. And usually more than one at a time. Yeah I'm starting to learn that. A single man tear was shed.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 14, 2013 0:07:03 GMT -5
I'm not sure if anyone actually cares, but I'll probably continue posting updates. So, I just started the first episode of Season Four. Okay... a couple things. Blink was ing fantastic. Episodes like that is why I'm glad I started watching this show. Just a wonderful episode. Series 3 started out REALLY slow and a little boring, but starting with the Family of Blood Two Parter onwards to the finale was just fantastic. The final three parter was very entertaining, if not a little hectic. Seeing The Doctor like that was depressing as hell. A little upset that Jack is gone, was hoping he was going to be a regular...... Oh well, I think he comes back a few times during the series, so I've got that to look forward to. Also it was extremely cool to see another time lord. The Master was a very enjoyable character, mostly due to the actor playing him. And of course the ending with him and the Doctor was another sad moment. Now, onto Series 4. The first episode was okay, it was fun to see Donna back. But one thing..... (spoilers in white) WHAT IN THE HELL WAS ROSE DOING THERE? Oh man, that surprised the hell out of me. I'm assuming I won't get answers until the Series/Season finale, but man did that ever hype me up.Well, that's the weekly update. Wish I would of started watching this show years ago. So much fun.
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Post by John Zero on Jun 14, 2013 0:29:47 GMT -5
I'm not sure if anyone actually cares, but I'll probably continue posting updates. So, I just started the first episode of Season Four. Okay... a couple things. Blink was ing fantastic. Episodes like that is why I'm glad I started watching this show. Just a wonderful episode. Series 3 started out REALLY slow and a little boring, but starting with the Family of Blood Two Parter onwards to the finale was just fantastic. The final three parter was very entertaining, if not a little hectic. Seeing The Doctor like that was depressing as hell. A little upset that Jack is gone, was hoping he was going to be a regular...... Oh well, I think he comes back a few times during the series, so I've got that to look forward to. Also it was extremely cool to see another time lord. The Master was a very enjoyable character, mostly due to the actor playing him. And of course the ending with him and the Doctor was another sad moment. Now, onto Series 4. The first episode was okay, it was fun to see Donna back. But one thing..... (spoilers in white) WHAT IN THE HELL WAS ROSE DOING THERE? Oh man, that surprised the hell out of me. I'm assuming I won't get answers until the Series/Season finale, but man did that ever hype me up.Well, that's the weekly update. Wish I would of started watching this show years ago. So much fun. I'm glad you're liking it. You're getting to some of the best stuff with Tennant.
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Post by ahunter8056 on Jun 14, 2013 8:23:45 GMT -5
I'm happy for you to carry on posting updates KOP, makes this thread active.
Glad you're enjoying it. Series 4 is good, and the finale is well worth the wait!
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Post by alexgg on Jun 14, 2013 8:35:09 GMT -5
aha, sounds like your having fun with it I feel like doing a Whoathon now. As for Blink, why is it considered to be the best episode? I should watch it again (as I only saw it when it aired) but I thought it was a pretty terrible episode and one of the worst of the series.
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Post by Red Dragon on Jun 14, 2013 11:30:24 GMT -5
I don't really watch the classic Who's but I'm making an effort to see at least one episode from each Doctor this year. Saw a few Pertree episodes years ago and enjoyed them most out of the classics. Watched every episode from 2005 onwards. However, Tennant was my favourite. He just nailed the role, the episodes were great and the baddies were proper baddies. Smith is good but I felt the current series was lacking. Tennant coming back has got me pumped though and the ending of the last episode.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 14, 2013 15:36:49 GMT -5
I love Tenant, he's been fantastic. But my favorite is still the 9th. I wish he would of done it longer, it's a shame about how they treated him.
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Post by sean™ on Jun 14, 2013 16:28:41 GMT -5
To me, it goes Eccleston, then Smith, then Tenant. That's a personal preference, mind you. And for the one season he had, Eccleston had the one of the most underrated regeneration. It was one of the first times that dealt with regeneration from the view point of the campanion, instead of just the Doctor.
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Post by ahunter8056 on Jun 14, 2013 16:49:26 GMT -5
Just makes you wonder how Clara will take the Eleventh Doctor regenerating. Sure she has seen all eleven faces, and will meet the Tenth Doctor in the 50th Anniversary, but it will be interesting to see how she takes it.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 21, 2013 1:02:14 GMT -5
So I'm only thre episodes in to Series 4 (Watching the third one right now actually). Enjoying it so far. Only reason I'm posting: Am I the only one who find the Ood creepy as ? Ever since their first appearance, I've been creeped out by them. Now that their going rabid, it's even more creepy lol. Random post, not adding much but yeah that's what this thread is pretty much for haha.
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Post by ahunter8056 on Jun 21, 2013 10:35:01 GMT -5
Personally, I never found the Ood creepy.
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Post by alexgg on Jun 21, 2013 10:56:04 GMT -5
I never really liked the Ood much, they kinda bored me actually, definitely not my favorites. But they served their purpose.
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Post by ahunter8056 on Jun 21, 2013 13:31:33 GMT -5
I always liked the Ood. Not necessarily one of the best aliens, but it was always nice to see an Ood. Apart from 'The Doctor's Wife' where it was never good to see an Ood in that episode.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 29, 2013 3:34:32 GMT -5
Just finished the Library two-parter. I didn't think it was possible, but this two-parter got me more excited for the show than I've been in a long time. With the introduction of River Song, the hints toward the future, the tease about the Doctors name, plus the earlier episodes teasing of Rose, I am so hyped for the upcoming episodes/seasons. Of course all of you people already know of all the "spoilers" coming up. Man I wished I started watching this show earlier. And I'm not even done Season 4 yet. Awesome.
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