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Post by Deleted on Jul 2, 2017 3:24:43 GMT -5
Can. We. Talk. About. That. ENDING.
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Post by bad guy™ on Jul 2, 2017 4:54:00 GMT -5
Can. We. Talk. About. That. ENDING. "Who are you?" "The Doctor." "Oh I'm quite sure you're not." By all means, that's the best season finale of New Who. Bill dying with her girl was PERFECT. As was The Master fighting themselves. I'm expecting a whopper of a regeneration for Capaldi. He's officially my favorite. Thus season has been the closest thing to a perfect TV show I've ever seen.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 2, 2017 6:16:54 GMT -5
Can. We. Talk. About. That. ENDING. "Who are you?" "The Doctor." "Oh I'm quite sure you're not." By all means, that's the best season finale of New Who. Bill dying with her girl was PERFECT. As was The Master fighting themselves. I'm expecting a whopper of a regeneration for Capaldi. He's officially my favorite. Thus season has been the closest thing to a perfect TV show I've ever seen. I knew 1 was coming back, but I still had the biggest smile on my face when it happened. You know I'm an old schooler at heart, and 1 is my all-time favourite. It might not be Hartnell (I'd be shocked if it was, he's been dead for 42 years) - but Bradley will do a fine job portraying him. The ending scene suggests to me that the Christmas special will take place during the period in Part Four of The Tenth Planet where 1 disappears shortly before his regeneration.
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Post by bad guy™ on Jul 2, 2017 7:06:22 GMT -5
"Who are you?" "The Doctor." "Oh I'm quite sure you're not." By all means, that's the best season finale of New Who. Bill dying with her girl was PERFECT. As was The Master fighting themselves. I'm expecting a whopper of a regeneration for Capaldi. He's officially my favorite. Thus season has been the closest thing to a perfect TV show I've ever seen. I knew 1 was coming back, but I still had the biggest smile on my face when it happened. You know I'm an old schooler at heart, and 1 is my all-time favourite. It might not be Hartnell (I'd be shocked if it was, he's been dead for 42 years) - but Bradley will do a fine job portraying him. The ending scene suggests to me that the Christmas special will take place during the period in Part Four of The Tenth Planet where 1 disappears shortly before his regeneration. That's what I was thinking too, and 1's repayment of 12 is maybe helping 12 find 8.5, 11 and 12 for the saving of Gallifrey? They've never explained how 12 knew to be there. Yet 1 showed up. And yeah, I am a sucker for any returning Doctor. Seeing 1 is awesome because I loved the Classic episodes he was in that they had on Netflix before Who got taken off. I still would like 8 to get a mini TV arc. Even if it's just two or three episodes helping the next Doctor. He's not classic, but you can't deny he got the shaft.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 2, 2017 9:46:33 GMT -5
I knew 1 was coming back, but I still had the biggest smile on my face when it happened. You know I'm an old schooler at heart, and 1 is my all-time favourite. It might not be Hartnell (I'd be shocked if it was, he's been dead for 42 years) - but Bradley will do a fine job portraying him. The ending scene suggests to me that the Christmas special will take place during the period in Part Four of The Tenth Planet where 1 disappears shortly before his regeneration. That's what I was thinking too, and 1's repayment of 12 is maybe helping 12 find 8.5, 11 and 12 for the saving of Gallifrey? They've never explained how 12 knew to be there. Yet 1 showed up. And yeah, I am a sucker for any returning Doctor. Seeing 1 is awesome because I loved the Classic episodes he was in that they had on Netflix before Who got taken off. I still would like 8 to get a mini TV arc. Even if it's just two or three episodes helping the next Doctor. He's not classic, but you can't deny he got the shaft. 8 counts as Classic! Yeah, this episode is meant to show how 12 helps save Gallifrey, because Steven Moffat stated that it happened just before 12 regenerates.
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Post by Tom Baker's Scarf on Jul 2, 2017 18:13:06 GMT -5
I accidentally caught a gif set on tumblr of Heather but the appearance of the First Doctor was a total surprise for me. I LOVED the interaction between Missy and the Master. I'm glad it was left kind of open ended for Chibnall or someone else to fill in gaps for either a regeneration or something else.
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Post by ahunter8056 on Jul 3, 2017 5:15:11 GMT -5
I was tempted to share my thoughts as soon as the episode finished airing in the UK (in spoiler tags of course), but I decided to hold off until I gave the episode a rewatch.
Honestly on broadcast I found the first 50 minutes underwhelming, but the last 10 minutes AMAZING! After a rewatch, I still hold much the same opinion, but the first 50 minutes are now slightly less underwhelming than I initially thought. The episode was just different to what I expected. I expected it to be a full-on action-packed battle in the city, rather than a countryside siege. Nevertheless, it was an episode I could comfortably score 7/10, were it not for the last 10 minutes, which bumped it up to a final score of 8/10, making it consistent with Steven Moffat's Twelfth Doctor finales. By that I mean an incredibly strong, spectacularly gripping first part, but a comparatively underwhelming second part.
So those last 10 minutes! Murray Gold's score made the Doctor's last stand in the forest just PERFECT! They used a Classic Who sound effect for a Mondasian Cyberman fatally shooting the Doctor! I absolutely loved the companion/friend montage, lovely call-back to 'The Caves of Androzani', and I do always love a good montage. The Doctor's refusal to regenerate makes for a good storyline.
And they've brought David Bradley back to portray the First Doctor! After his spectacularly emotional performance as William Hartnell in 'An Adventure in Space and Time', I really hoped the Doctor Who production team would bring David Bradley in to portray the First Doctor. And now they have! When the papers ran with this story, I really hoped it would be true. Now we know it is. I can't wait!
I have to say how much I absolutely love the way that Steven Moffat left Bill open to return next series, if Chris Chibnall wants her. I feared that Bill would be killed off permanently at the end of the series. Not only has she been a wonderful companion that has surprised me by how well she followed in Clara's footsteps, but I just really dislike it when they bring in companions that are only intended to last a single series. I sincerely hope that Chris Chibnall decides to bring her back alongside the new Doctor in Series 11.
I did have my doubts after that initial 'Friend from the Future' reveal (and also because of how much I absolutely loved Clara Oswald, with Jenna Coleman leaving very big shoes to fill), but Pearl Mackie evaporated those doubts very quickly with her magnificent performances.
Oh, and I must say, how much I love the fact that the Doctor finally had his regeneration triggered by a Cyberman. When Matt Smith was announced as leaving, I started thinking up possible ways for him to go, and made up his final story in my head. The plot being that he'd face a returning John Simm as the Master, using the Cybermen as his army. In that plot, the Doctor would defeat them all but one lone Cyberman, who'd fatally shoot him. I just find the similarities between my personal hypothetical Eleventh Doctor exit story, and the real Twelfth Doctor exit story, just wonderful.
Oh, and one recommendation. I highly recommend checking out YouTube user Specific Generality, who has edited together Episode 11 and Episode 12 individually, in the style of 60s Who. They're really fantastic to watch.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 3, 2017 7:58:01 GMT -5
I was tempted to share my thoughts as soon as the episode finished airing in the UK (in spoiler tags of course), but I decided to hold off until I gave the episode a rewatch. Honestly on broadcast I found the first 50 minutes underwhelming, but the last 10 minutes AMAZING! After a rewatch, I still hold much the same opinion, but the first 50 minutes are now slightly less underwhelming than I initially thought. The episode was just different to what I expected. I expected it to be a full-on action-packed battle in the city, rather than a countryside siege. Nevertheless, it was an episode I could comfortably score 7/10, were it not for the last 10 minutes, which bumped it up to a final score of 8/10, making it consistent with Steven Moffat's Twelfth Doctor finales. By that I mean an incredibly strong, spectacularly gripping first part, but a comparatively underwhelming second part. So those last 10 minutes! Murray Gold's score made the Doctor's last stand in the forest just PERFECT! They used a Classic Who sound effect for a Mondasian Cyberman fatally shooting the Doctor! I absolutely loved the companion/friend montage, lovely call-back to 'The Caves of Androzani', and I do always love a good montage. The Doctor's refusal to regenerate makes for a good storyline. And they've brought David Bradley back to portray the First Doctor! After his spectacularly emotional performance as William Hartnell in 'An Adventure in Space and Time', I really hoped the Doctor Who production team would bring David Bradley in to portray the First Doctor. And now they have! When the papers ran with this story, I really hoped it would be true. Now we know it is. I can't wait! I have to say how much I absolutely love the way that Steven Moffat left Bill open to return next series, if Chris Chibnall wants her. I feared that Bill would be killed off permanently at the end of the series. Not only has she been a wonderful companion that has surprised me by how well she followed in Clara's footsteps, but I just really dislike it when they bring in companions that are only intended to last a single series. I sincerely hope that Chris Chibnall decides to bring her back alongside the new Doctor in Series 11. I did have my doubts after that initial 'Friend from the Future' reveal (and also because of how much I absolutely loved Clara Oswald, with Jenna Coleman leaving very big shoes to fill), but Pearl Mackie evaporated those doubts very quickly with her magnificent performances. Oh, and I must say, how much I love the fact that the Doctor finally had his regeneration triggered by a Cyberman. When Matt Smith was announced as leaving, I started thinking up possible ways for him to go, and made up his final story in my head. The plot being that he'd face a returning John Simm as the Master, using the Cybermen as his army. In that plot, the Doctor would defeat them all but one lone Cyberman, who'd fatally shoot him. I just find the similarities between my personal hypothetical Eleventh Doctor exit story, and the real Twelfth Doctor exit story, just wonderful.Oh, and one recommendation. I highly recommend checking out YouTube user Specific Generality, who has edited together Episode 11 and Episode 12 individually, in the style of 60s Who. They're really fantastic to watch. If you write that script, I'd be happy to produce it for my FA next year. Seriously though, it sounds epic. We didn't see The Master actually regenerate either, which means I can use him again in my FA.
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Post by ahunter8056 on Jul 3, 2017 8:35:55 GMT -5
If you write that script, I'd be happy to produce it for my FA next year. Seriously though, it sounds epic. We didn't see The Master actually regenerate either, which means I can use him again in my FA. Haha, thank you. I'm afraid I don't really do fan-fiction. Actually, I did do it once, writing a short story where Twelve met Amy (set after Series 9, but before Series 10), and it was really well received. I'm pretty proud of it, but that was enough for me. If you're interested in reading, here's a link to it: www.whofic.com/viewstory.php?sid=59146And here's a trailer to go along with it (I also edit Doctor Who trailers as a hobby):
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Post by Deleted on Jul 6, 2017 6:28:53 GMT -5
Daleks really are my weakness...
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Post by ahunter8056 on Jul 16, 2017 11:46:37 GMT -5
Well, we now know the identity of the 13th Doctor!
Beyond thrilled with this choice, really liked her in Broadchurch. I can't wait for the future! I honestly didn't believe they'd cast a woman, and I'm very glad they did! There's never been a greater time for women in media. The women's revolution in WWE, and now we have the very first female Doctor!
And I thought this was very appropriate to share. Great to know she's a Doctor Who fan and is also thrilled with the choice:
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Post by Deleted on Jul 16, 2017 12:23:41 GMT -5
Just popping in to say that I fully approve of Jodie's casting. Fantastic actress!
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Post by bad guy™ on Jul 16, 2017 13:13:00 GMT -5
Just popping in to say that I fully approve of Jodie's casting. Fantastic actress! Didn't expect your approval.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 16, 2017 13:22:49 GMT -5
Love it so much.
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Post by BoJack Hogan on Jul 16, 2017 13:27:24 GMT -5
I'll be the curmudgeonly one to say that I hate the idea of a female doctor. Just a personal belief. I am a classic Who fan, all of the gimmicky stuff and silly things (rightfully designed to bring a classic program into the current universe) that has happened in the new series has never appealed to me. I believe that if the Doctor was born a man it is ridiculous that he would change into a female, and it feels like a shot at the integrity of the character that I grew up loving. I can understand the appeal though and I'm not knocking anyone's joy.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 16, 2017 14:13:12 GMT -5
Just popping in to say that I fully approve of Jodie's casting. Fantastic actress! Didn't expect your approval. Why not? I was against it a while ago, but after admonishing myself for 1800s attitudes, I embraced the idea - Jodie Whittaker is a perfect choice.
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Post by theMOESIAH on Jul 17, 2017 18:43:20 GMT -5
Popping into this thread for the first time.
Does anyone know anything about the new Doctor? I haven't heard of her before.
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Post by punksnotdead on Jul 17, 2017 19:23:48 GMT -5
Popping into this thread for the first time. Does anyone know anything about the new Doctor? I haven't heard of her before. She was great in Broadchurch.That's the only thing I've seen her in, at least that I recall. Not sure if that show is still on Netflix but it's really good. I'm going to check her out. I lost interest in the Capaldi run. Capaldi was fine enough but the direction of the show lost me, losing Clara, and the sunglasses were ridiculous. The Arya episodes were alright but I was pretty much done right after that. I think I saw two episodes with the new companion to give it another chance but it did nothing for me. So I'm good with any kind of shot in the arm they can give the show. I was convinced they were going with a female or black Doctor after Smith left. So I wasn't surprised to see it happen now.
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Post by theMOESIAH on Jul 17, 2017 20:10:28 GMT -5
Popping into this thread for the first time. Does anyone know anything about the new Doctor? I haven't heard of her before. She was great in Broadchurch.That's the only thing I've seen her in, at least that I recall. Not sure if that show is still on Netflix but it's really good. I'm going to check her out. I lost interest in the Capaldi run. Capaldi was fine enough but the direction of the show lost me, losing Clara, and the sunglasses were ridiculous. The Arya episodes were alright but I was pretty much done right after that. I think I saw two episodes with the new companion to give it another chance but it did nothing for me. So I'm good with any kind of shot in the arm they can give the show. I was convinced they were going with a female or black Doctor after Smith left. So I wasn't surprised to see it happen now. I haven't seen Broadchurch yet but it's near the top of a long list of shows and movies that I've been meaning to get in to. Right after GLOW, that is. Overall I haven't been thrilled with Capaldi. I think he's a good Doctor but for some he can't keep be interested. When I watch his episodes I enjoy them but I have a hard time getting myself to sit down and watch them. Whenever I think about it I just get this "meh" feeling and find anything else to do. I've only seen one episode with the new companion; didn't care for her too much either. I thought they might do an American Doctor before a black it female one. Shows how much I know!
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Post by Tom Baker's Scarf on Jul 18, 2017 23:17:03 GMT -5
I haven't seen Broadchurch but I am excited for Jodie. I am excited for Chris Chibnall as well. The show has been needing a change in direction for awhile even though Series 9 and 10 were pretty damn good overall. Moffat hit a slump around 7-8 IMO but bounced back pretty well these past few years. Capaldi's Doctor grew so well. I'm sad to see him go but ready for the change.
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