I noticed a post on Outpost Gallifrey regarding this snippet of Yahoo news. I have no doubt that this is absolute nonsense, but think about it for a second. Jason Statham as Doctor Who… A swearier, cockerney Who, who could … Continue reading
After the dark, rain drenched start of episode one, Torchwood‘s second episode seems a strong contrast. There’s an atmosphere of happiness as Gwen and her boyfriend are out bowling and having a good time. Presumably, they’re celebrating Gwen’s transfer to … Continue reading
It begins with a CSI style sweep over Cardiff, and a crime scene. There’s blood, a corpse, rain, forensics and the police. Before anyone can do pretty much anything, they’re all cleared out. Torchwood, apparently, have told them to clear … Continue reading
When the ninth Doctor encountered the last surviving Dalek in last season’s aptly named “Dalek”, the weight of their previous encounters was impressively tangible. Setting aside any complaints about sensitive Daleks getting in touch with their emotions, the reunion in … Continue reading
Steven Moffat wasn't a writer I associated with Doctor Who. I enjoyed Coupling, but I couldn't quite grasp how writing a sit-com about the lives and loves of four friends qualified you to write an episode of Doctor Who. That … Continue reading
It's important to remember that Doctor Who isn't just for adults. There's a great deal for adults to enjoy, that's always been the case, but this is television that's not exclusively aimed at us so-called grown ups. Quite the opposite … Continue reading