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I'm considering stopping watching Doctor Who.
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I'm expecting a vitriolic character assassination to follow this post, but I don't think I'm alone in feeling this way.
Half a dozen new episodes once every 6-8 months simply isn't enough to hold my attention; especially when the quality of the show has dipped so dramatically over the last two series.
Matt Smith's departure is also a factor. His mesmerising, energetic performance has actually been the only reason I've continued to tune in after the Pond's incredibly dismal, disappointing nonsensicasl departure. With him gone, the show offers me nothing anymore.
There are no arcs to follow. No sooner does Moffat begin one - he forgets about it, leaving everyone hanging for a resolution that never comes.
No disrespect to Jenna Coleman. She's doing the best she can with a sloppy one dimensional character, but she's just not a strong enough hook. And I honestly don't care about Peter 'The Supposed Acting Messiah' Capaldi one way or other.
The 'wall-to-wall' Who Anniversary simply hadn't materialised. They aren't even botherting to promote the 50th Special.
The entire show has just deflated before my eyes. If the BBC can't bother with it... Why should I?
Half a dozen new episodes once every 6-8 months simply isn't enough to hold my attention; especially when the quality of the show has dipped so dramatically over the last two series.
Matt Smith's departure is also a factor. His mesmerising, energetic performance has actually been the only reason I've continued to tune in after the Pond's incredibly dismal, disappointing nonsensicasl departure. With him gone, the show offers me nothing anymore.
There are no arcs to follow. No sooner does Moffat begin one - he forgets about it, leaving everyone hanging for a resolution that never comes.
No disrespect to Jenna Coleman. She's doing the best she can with a sloppy one dimensional character, but she's just not a strong enough hook. And I honestly don't care about Peter 'The Supposed Acting Messiah' Capaldi one way or other.
The 'wall-to-wall' Who Anniversary simply hadn't materialised. They aren't even botherting to promote the 50th Special.
The entire show has just deflated before my eyes. If the BBC can't bother with it... Why should I?
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But I kind of agree with you - the last few episodes have been weak minus 'Name of the Doctor' but that won't stop me from watching.
Also, I'm upset that Matt is leaving, but when Capaldi takes his place, I have no doubt that he will be amazing. You should at least wait and give him a chance.
Clara is a sloppy one dimensional character??? We've learnt about her family, her different timelines, who she really is and why there are multiple Claras - how much deeper into character development do you want to go???
In terms of Moffat - I loved his episodes before he was running the show, but the season arcs in recent years have underwhelmed me to be honest.
I agree. I didn't like Series 7 at all. I also thought Series 6 was rather weak too, but I still refuse to stop watching. I could never do that. I can not wait for Capaldi's Doctor though!
I agree with you on Moffat's failings though...
Why should this decision bother anyone else at all?
I'm not sure what you expected by creating this thread?
I don't think series 7 was bad, but this is true. After only two specials we'll have to wait whole year until the new season starts. Also, season 7 was stretched to nearly three years.
Season 7 started 25 December 2011, and series 8 in fall 2014. :mad:
RTD wasn't as good writer as Moffat is, but at least we had 14 episodes each year.
I agree that we know a lot about her, but that doesn't mean she's well rounded. As a character I do find that she's very one dimensional. From the moment modern Clara stepped into the TARDIS, she doesn't seem phased by anything and just seems to have a generally carefree confident attitude no matter what happens. Compare this to Rose or Donna where you genuinely felt they were witnessing amazing things and slowly growing a people as they encountered new things.
At the same time, I don't think the mystery surrounding Clara has helped her as the character hasn't been able to develop gradually. Hopefully this will change next series.
The Tennant/Tate season was the height of success for me. Since then, its not been so good for me and I've struggled a lot with the Smith/Moffat years.
And the endless changes in broadcast dates/'mid-season breaks' have made it even less enjoyable.
But I've come to the conclusion that poor Who (or - to be fair - Who that's not quite my cup of tea) is still better than no Who.
So stick with it, Sh'boobie. You'll be pleased that you did x
Okay, thanks for the heads up. Close the door on your way out.
I think I know what's happened, just reading between the lines.
Boobie, you've met a boy haven't you? Don't worry, the Doctor will still be there for you when you're ready to come back.
I can think of a million and one better ways of spending my time than indulging in any such nonsense. Like watching all of series 5, 6 and 7 again.
as for the 50th - there's loads coming up , we've just had 9 episodes found which is more than they found in the last 10 years isn't it ? and more to come .
as a Gerry anderson fan I'm constantly disappointed with the DVDs extras , bare bones , and those shows are just classics ! Where's the tribute shows to Anderson ? A true giant of british tv .
you've got the resolution of Matt Smth's storyline coming up , Capaldi taking over , Christmas specia , about 12 eps every year with great production values , endless RT covers .,...
etc.
you Who fans , what are you like ? never satisfied !
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Jeez, no one can hate DW like DW fans.
It's better this way, when the alternative is people like MIchael Grade hating the show.
oh c'mon , he did it a favor , it needed killing , it was terminally ill .
or should I not have said that ?
Just using him as an example.
The OP has the time to see if the 12th gets any buzz, and make a decision from there.
I didn't like 9 at all (even watching it back CE seems not have really got to grips with it) but I've been delighted by 10 and 11.
I'm hoping 12 will be very good.
I do agree about the scheduling, it all seems a bit chaotic.