Initially, I didn't think I had much to say about the Doctor Who episode Knock Knock, but never fear, notions came to me, because's there's nothing quite like a decrepit mansion story. Leaving the light PG horror aside for a moment, this episode revealed the big theme of this series: barriers. Look at all the … Continue reading Doctor Who: Wouldn’t You Know It
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Doctor Who: Below the Surface
The last great frost fair, a frozen Thames, and kids in danger of being transported (amongst other things), oh yes, it is Doctor Who in 1814 London. Thin Ice presents Bill with her first 'Star-Whale' conundrum, does she give the order to save the beast below, or have it killed? Except Amy intervened to stop … Continue reading Doctor Who: Below the Surface
Doctor Who: All you can do is (step back in time)
I have no problem quoting Kylie Minogue songs if they serve my purpose, and my purpose, once more, is to detail Doctor Who related patterns. I can't help it, all I see are how these help viewers adjust to the new in Who, as well as the writers retain everything that is familiar about The … Continue reading Doctor Who: All you can do is (step back in time)
Doctor Who: Familiar Smile
If you feel a little like you have seen this episode, Smile, before, it's because many elements are familiar. It was a standard let's go to the future, which is a little bit dangerous, in order for you to learn the rules, episode, with added bonus: The Doctor realising he is wrong and correcting himself, as … Continue reading Doctor Who: Familiar Smile
Doctor Who: Aboard for the New Who Crew
Herewith containeth commentary, analysis, and spoilers. The 2017 return of Doctor Who is solid. There's oodles of call backs for close watchers, with ancient ones for Classic Who aficionados and lots too for NuWho fans. Beyond all of that which I don't bother to address here because others will some-when else, this is mostly an … Continue reading Doctor Who: Aboard for the New Who Crew
Review: Mysterious Super Who
Here be spoilers. The Doctor Who Christmas episode, The Return of Doctor Mysterio couldn't be and do all to justify an entire year of his absence. Looked at that way, such an episode never could, but it was still enough to whet the appetite. We want more Who, now, is my rallying cry since watching this. In … Continue reading Review: Mysterious Super Who
Passing Strange & another quarrel
Ok, so I went and saw another ‘super’ origin story where an emotionally flawed, but brilliant and successful middle-aged white American man hits a roadblock in life and collapses in a heap. After the inciting incident, he seeks redemption/healing and discovers a calling that's bigger than himself, but apparently still all about him. That the … Continue reading Passing Strange & another quarrel
Gettin’ schooled
Some minor spoilers ahead... As best as I can tell, the enthusiasm ahead of the debut of Doctor Who spin-off Class (ABC iView and ABC2 in Australia) has been cautious, perhaps doubtful. Many (me included) would prefer more Who, than new. Or a return to Torchwood, rather than what could be considered Torchwood Senior High, … Continue reading Gettin’ schooled
Review: Star Trek Beyond
A little spoilery, k? On first impressions I probably don't strike people as the thrill seeking adrenalin chaser type. Bespectacled, literary and socially awkward in unfamiliar surroundings or around new people, I prefer to know what's expected of me and when ahead of time in many areas of my life. I like to know where I'm … Continue reading Review: Star Trek Beyond
Foots the Bill?
There's a new companion in the Tardis, if you haven't already heard. Pearl Mackie. She'll play Bill. I'm not about to judge her debut from two minutes on screen. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YaLficIRInM I posit the main difficulty with a completely new companion, is explaining. Most of the audience is familiar with The Doctor and his world and this new … Continue reading Foots the Bill?
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