Ironically theres an article in the Scottish Sun praising the Daleks semi retirement
Bad 'who' letter in the Sun
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Originally Posted by rostaria:
“LOL!!!
I am surprised that BBC didnt have a huge amounts of complaints.”
“LOL!!!
I am surprised that BBC didnt have a huge amounts of complaints.”
I would have paid good money to see the OFCOM report on that one
Originally Posted by johnnysaucepn:
“Honestly, do watch it again. You will get more out of it second time around, I assure you.”
“Honestly, do watch it again. You will get more out of it second time around, I assure you.”
I'm planning on watching those eps this afternoon. Just baking some brownies and then I can go and try and get my head around them.
I have watched them twice before, still don't understand them, but I want to see if I can find any clues to River Song in them
FWIW I liked The Wasp and the Unicorn and Fear Her, and enjoyed the first half of Love and Monsters (basically until the monster turned up...
)
Originally Posted by rostaria:
“err the Doctor did just dance right?”
“err the Doctor did just dance right?”
No, there was a comment about how in the 51st centuray the human race goes out and "dances" or something to that effect. I thought they meant like the waltz or something.
Originally Posted by Chihiro94:
“No, there was a comment about how in the 51st centuray the human race goes out and "dances" or something to that effect. I thought they meant like the waltz or something.”
“No, there was a comment about how in the 51st centuray the human race goes out and "dances" or something to that effect. I thought they meant like the waltz or something.”
oooohhhh okay. LOL. Russell T Davies really does have a dirty mind doesnt he.
Originally Posted by rostaria:
“oooohhhh okay. LOL. Russell T Davies really does have a dirty mind doesnt he.”
“oooohhhh okay. LOL. Russell T Davies really does have a dirty mind doesnt he.”
Thats not even the half of it
I don't know, I can't but feel somtimes that a part of my childhood has been defiled
Originally Posted by Legacy o9:
“Just that episode i dont think it was 2 episode material. It seems very different from the rest of the series, most of the stuff in series 4 is quite action or suspense but in that episode i dont it was just very boring.”
“Just that episode i dont think it was 2 episode material. It seems very different from the rest of the series, most of the stuff in series 4 is quite action or suspense but in that episode i dont it was just very boring.”
Okay, now I understand where the confusion is coming from. When I said you should re-watch it, I was meaning Series 5. Sorry, I wasn't clear enough.
I just know I am facing an uphill task with liking this current series. I am more or less up to date although I did miss the original broadcast of the Almost People so I skimmed it on iplayer just to get to the "twist". So far, in my view the pinnacle of New Who has been series 4. Just thought it successfully played to every emotion I had coupled with what I thought was the good Doctor's best companion of any series including much of the classic episodes (except Peri and Turlough and the wonderful Sarah Jane perhaps) . I was worried about saying what I am going to say but what the hell, I just do not like the characters of Amy, Rory or that bloody River and I don't give a damn what happens to them. I do love Matt in the role though, just not his companions.
Originally Posted by Dai13371:
“I just know I am facing an uphill task with liking this current series. I am more or less up to date although I did miss the original broadcast of the Almost People so I skimmed it on iplayer just to get to the "twist". So far, in my view the pinnacle of New Who has been series 4. Just thought it successfully played to every emotion I had coupled with what I thought was the good Doctor's best companion of any series including much of the classic episodes (except Peri and Turlough and the wonderful Sarah Jane perhaps) . I was worried about saying what I am going to say but what the hell, I just do not like the characters of Amy, Rory or that bloody River and I don't give a damn what happens to them. I do love Matt in the role though, just not his companions.”
“I just know I am facing an uphill task with liking this current series. I am more or less up to date although I did miss the original broadcast of the Almost People so I skimmed it on iplayer just to get to the "twist". So far, in my view the pinnacle of New Who has been series 4. Just thought it successfully played to every emotion I had coupled with what I thought was the good Doctor's best companion of any series including much of the classic episodes (except Peri and Turlough and the wonderful Sarah Jane perhaps) . I was worried about saying what I am going to say but what the hell, I just do not like the characters of Amy, Rory or that bloody River and I don't give a damn what happens to them. I do love Matt in the role though, just not his companions.”
Well your really not going to enjoy tomorrows episode.
*Shrug*
Originally Posted by Dai13371:
“I was worried about saying what I am going to say but what the hell, I just do not like the characters of Amy, Rory or that bloody River and I don't give a damn what happens to them.”
“I was worried about saying what I am going to say but what the hell, I just do not like the characters of Amy, Rory or that bloody River and I don't give a damn what happens to them.”
Generally, it's not a problem to have a negative opinion of characters, it's how you express that criticism that really counts.
I take it they all survive and carry on as his companions then?
But seriously speaking. I want to like them and they are all fine actors. I guess it is an intimacy issue. Always preferred just the Doctor and his companion and that's it. Instead we have a young twenty something married couple and a woman who until recently infuriatingly refused to offer anything substantial as to her identity and role in the doctors life. Yeah, yeah my opinion is based upon a complete lack of logic perhaps and I am prone to not being able to convey my exact thoughts, but its how I feel.
But seriously speaking. I want to like them and they are all fine actors. I guess it is an intimacy issue. Always preferred just the Doctor and his companion and that's it. Instead we have a young twenty something married couple and a woman who until recently infuriatingly refused to offer anything substantial as to her identity and role in the doctors life. Yeah, yeah my opinion is based upon a complete lack of logic perhaps and I am prone to not being able to convey my exact thoughts, but its how I feel.
I LOVED last season - it made me fall in love with Doctor Who again instead of just watching it - I can honestly say that there wasn't an episode I didn't enjoy. This series is raising the bar even more. Love Matt Smith, love Karen Gillan, love Arthur Darvill, and love love love Steven Moffat
Originally Posted by TheSilentFez:
“Trust the Sun to not understand it.”
“Trust the Sun to not understand it.”
more like "trust the Sun as a branch of Murdoch' s multimedia empire to have a pop at one of the most popular programmes on the BBC"
incidentally can anyone name a popular programme produced by Sky that is sold worldwide?
apart from the Discworld films
Originally Posted by Granny McSmith:
“How do you know? Not everyone likes the same things.
After watching TBB again I only wished never to see it again.
In fact, both TBBs.
Luckily, I have loved series 6 so far.”
“How do you know? Not everyone likes the same things.
After watching TBB again I only wished never to see it again.
In fact, both TBBs.
Luckily, I have loved series 6 so far.”
Regarding the Big Bang ... Ohhh Granny what big teeth you have.
But i do love River's reaction to the Fez
River : "I have questions. But the first one is ( looking at the Doctor quizzingly ) what in the name of sanity are you wearing on your head?"
Doctor : ( All proud ) "Its a fez.I wear a fez now.Fezes are cool"
River shares a look with Amy, who grabs the hat as River aims and shoots.
Classic !!
Originally Posted by Webslark:
“more like "trust the Sun as a branch of Murdoch' s multimedia empire to have a pop at one of the most popular programmes on the BBC"
incidentally can anyone name a popular programme produced by Sky that is sold worldwide?
apart from the Discworld films”
“more like "trust the Sun as a branch of Murdoch' s multimedia empire to have a pop at one of the most popular programmes on the BBC"
incidentally can anyone name a popular programme produced by Sky that is sold worldwide?
apart from the Discworld films
”
Well, "The Simpsons" is the closest thing to that description, and that's been going steadily downhill sine the early 2000s.
Originally Posted by Benjamin Sisko:
“Well, "The Simpsons" is the closest thing to that description, and that's been going steadily downhill sine the early 2000s.”
“Well, "The Simpsons" is the closest thing to that description, and that's been going steadily downhill sine the early 2000s.
”
true, but I was trying to focus.on the UK bit of his empire and shows produced for the UK, rather than US ones.
Originally Posted by Webslark:
“true, but I was trying to focus.on the UK bit of his empire and shows produced for the UK, rather than US ones.
”
“true, but I was trying to focus.on the UK bit of his empire and shows produced for the UK, rather than US ones.
”
And I was just insinuating that there was nothing.
Can't say I agree with the sentiment of that letter.
Dr Who is a show that moves on, and, whilst we might hanker after a beloved era from the past, you have to remember that, had that era continued, we'd probably be bored of it by now.
Personally, I'm more than pleased with season 6 so far. I didn't think it started too strongly, but, since then, we've had a cast-iron classic in the shape of 'The Doctor's Wife', an enjoyable cloning two-parter. Hell, I even quite liked the pirate one.
And, based on last week's installment, Moff proves himself just as capable as RTD was in crafting a Bad Wolf/Utopia/Stolen Earth-style adrenaline-boosting cliffhanger, which helps make the show so genuinely exciting!
It's all good stuff and well on the way to beating RTD's fourth year as (IMHO) the best series to date. Another episode or two to the callibre of 'The Doctor's Wife' and it's there.
Regards,
Cypher
Dr Who is a show that moves on, and, whilst we might hanker after a beloved era from the past, you have to remember that, had that era continued, we'd probably be bored of it by now.
Personally, I'm more than pleased with season 6 so far. I didn't think it started too strongly, but, since then, we've had a cast-iron classic in the shape of 'The Doctor's Wife', an enjoyable cloning two-parter. Hell, I even quite liked the pirate one.
And, based on last week's installment, Moff proves himself just as capable as RTD was in crafting a Bad Wolf/Utopia/Stolen Earth-style adrenaline-boosting cliffhanger, which helps make the show so genuinely exciting!
It's all good stuff and well on the way to beating RTD's fourth year as (IMHO) the best series to date. Another episode or two to the callibre of 'The Doctor's Wife' and it's there.
Regards,
Cypher
Originally Posted by Benjamin Sisko:
“And I was just insinuating that there was nothing.”
“And I was just insinuating that there was nothing.
”
there has been so little subtlety on here lately, that just passed me by bet Murdoch just wished he had a programme half as unsuccessful and confusing as DW
Originally Posted by Webslark:
“ there has been so little subtlety on here lately, that just passed me by
bet Murdoch just wished he had a programme half as unsuccessful and confusing as DW”
“
there has been so little subtlety on here lately, that just passed me by bet Murdoch just wished he had a programme half as unsuccessful and confusing as DW
”
If he owned DW, one is supicious that he would insert more comedic elements. Murray Gold would be replaced by a laugh track, the Daleks would appear in every episode, Matt Smith would be replaced in the first episode by some American model-bloke who can't act, and the main setting would be New York.
Originally Posted by TimCypher:
“Can't say I agree with the sentiment of that letter.
Dr Who is a show that moves on, and, whilst we might hanker after a beloved era from the past, you have to remember that, had that era continued, we'd probably be bored of it by now.
Personally, I'm more than pleased with season 6 so far. I didn't think it started too strongly, but, since then, we've had a cast-iron classic in the shape of 'The Doctor's Wife', an enjoyable cloning two-parter. Hell, I even quite liked the pirate one.
And, based on last week's installment, Moff proves himself just as capable as RTD was in crafting a Bad Wolf/Utopia/Stolen Earth-style adrenaline-boosting cliffhanger, which helps make the show so genuinely exciting!
It's all good stuff and well on the way to beating RTD's fourth year as (IMHO) the best series to date. Another episode or two to the callibre of 'The Doctor's Wife' and it's there.
Regards,
Cypher”
“Can't say I agree with the sentiment of that letter.
Dr Who is a show that moves on, and, whilst we might hanker after a beloved era from the past, you have to remember that, had that era continued, we'd probably be bored of it by now.
Personally, I'm more than pleased with season 6 so far. I didn't think it started too strongly, but, since then, we've had a cast-iron classic in the shape of 'The Doctor's Wife', an enjoyable cloning two-parter. Hell, I even quite liked the pirate one.
And, based on last week's installment, Moff proves himself just as capable as RTD was in crafting a Bad Wolf/Utopia/Stolen Earth-style adrenaline-boosting cliffhanger, which helps make the show so genuinely exciting!
It's all good stuff and well on the way to beating RTD's fourth year as (IMHO) the best series to date. Another episode or two to the callibre of 'The Doctor's Wife' and it's there.
Regards,
Cypher”
Funnily enough I thought series 5 was the best contender for replacing series 4 as the best yet (it didn't in my view eventually). I do not (I am sure I will though) feel the same about this series as before. I would never have dreamed of missing an episode of earlier series and would have put it on for record. Now I just shrug and say i'll catch it on iplayer.
Originally Posted by allen_who:
“I normally wouldn't bother starting a thread like this one but it seems someone feels as though he can speak on behalf of all of us by writing a letter to todays 'The Sun'
I hate it when people make sweeping statements that presumes we all agree with them. This is the gist of what was said:-
• Ste Moff is making a huge mistake in giving the Daleks a rest
• Last season was 'lack luster'
• This season is so confusing that even its own fans don't understand it
• BBC must get rid of Moffat and ask RTD very nicely to come back
I'm all for people having their own views but I really resent that third point down... I'll make my own mind up on whether I'm confused..
Anyone else read this and got similar thoughts?”
“I normally wouldn't bother starting a thread like this one but it seems someone feels as though he can speak on behalf of all of us by writing a letter to todays 'The Sun'
I hate it when people make sweeping statements that presumes we all agree with them. This is the gist of what was said:-
• Ste Moff is making a huge mistake in giving the Daleks a rest
• Last season was 'lack luster'
• This season is so confusing that even its own fans don't understand it
• BBC must get rid of Moffat and ask RTD very nicely to come back
I'm all for people having their own views but I really resent that third point down... I'll make my own mind up on whether I'm confused..
Anyone else read this and got similar thoughts?”
stcoop got his letter published ?
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