Apparently anybody who was lucky enough in Britain to see the Ninth Doctor was treated to the most ambitious and serious science fiction effort of the series. I've started watching this newly polished version in the United States and it's brilliant. I have never been a fan of Dr. Who primarily due to its amateur look and it's rather retro throw back to Flash Gordon of the thirties. But now, a whole new expensive look, strong science fiction scripts along with the traditional humor and light entertainment, has made Dr. Who into a top-notch science fiction series.

Hey tabuno, while I agree that the new series is excellent, I am a greater fan of the '70's era when Tom Baker was the 4th doctor. The writing, and direction, performances are excellent.

Amateur sets and props make not a whit of difference when a show is written so well. Flash Gordon serials are a very different beast, I would argue, but, either way, it's wonderful that the new Doctor is picking up US fans.

We Tardis heads desperately want this great run to continue.

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Ishmaels coffin Jedi
Posted 26 May 2007 10:54 PM
Hey tabuno, while I agree that the new series is excellent, I am a greater fan of the '70's era when Tom Baker was the 4th doctor. The writing, and direction, performances are excellent.

Amateur sets and props make not a whit of difference when a show is written so well. Flash Gordon serials are a very different beast, I would argue, but, either way, it's wonderful that the new Doctor is picking up US fans.

We Tardis heads desperately want this great run to continue.

Some of the United States audience is likely spoiled by the millions of dollars spent on special effects and traditionally avoided science fiction as a serious art form during the 50s and 60s until StarTrek as a television series began to take hold. The balance between good quality production and good script sometimes goes hand in hand for many. However as with StarTrek, the original set designs back then seem to pale by comparison with today's sets yet like you commented, the script helped to tremendously to keep the syndicated original episodes interesting and lively enough to retain a special attractive appeal.

I too hope that the British keep up their notable and long-running hit series as I would hope more American counterparts will discovery this wonderful Dr. Who.

Actually, it just occurred to me that you are watching Christopher Eccleston as the doc, right?

Cos he's there and gone after one season, so don't get too attached, ha ha.

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Jedi
Posted 29 May 2007 01:56 AM Hide Post
Actually, it just occurred to me that you are watching Christopher Eccleston as the doc, right?

Cos he's there and gone after one season, so don't get too attached, ha ha.

Uh-huh! But the next one is also excellent...

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Jedi
Posted 30 May 2007 05:40 AM Hide Post
Uh-huh! But the next one is also excellent...

O.k. I'll keep watching the stars.

david tennents the new doc and he has 3 series and rose is in the next one the end of the series is sad and the doctor has tear in his eye and im not saying anything else but you guys dont get the christmas special so srz

That new assistant, Jonesy?, she's friggin hot!

'Hubba, hubba' cried the fanboy

whos jonesy??? because over in britian its martha jones and dona. dona is played by cathrine tate

Well, Jonesy is Martha Jones...of course.
Who the hell else who I be referring to?

well i didnt know so dont get cheaky u ba#£$*d and im from scotland soo i can tell u everything that happens in it and ruin it for u so just remember that okay

ha ha, you Scots are wee cheeky buggers too.

I'm sorry if I was rough with ya.

I'm so hanging out to see more of the new series, that's for sure.

thats ok and the series gets better and better

I love doctor who. Can't wait for season 4 to be on the sci fi channel in america.

martian leader

hey guys iv made this trailer just for fun so enjoy

http://www.bbc.co.uk/doctorwho/trailermaker/view/7frnef
oh and i still love doctor who

and heres another

http://www.bbc.co.uk/doctorwho/trailermaker/view/7frnwm

hope u enjoy them all

This message has been edited. Last edited by: team tardis,

http://www.bbc.co.uk/doctorwho/trailermaker/view/7fflzi


Why wont any one reply about ma vids i make them for all the doctor who lovers on this place

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team tardis
Enthusiast
Posted 28 June 2008 05:47 AM

http://www.bbc.co.uk/doctorwho/trailermaker/view/7fflzi

Why wont any one reply about ma vids i make them for all the doctor who lovers on this place

Your post is confusing because the initial post of May 1, 2008 refers to a trailer you made. This phrase usually refers to a short edited version of a full length movie. When I go to your link I see some BBC Website and I have no idea what you're talking about nor what to look at that you may have made. That's one reason I haven't replied. Another actually is that since I live in the United States and I haven't seen the newer episodes I haven't paid much attention to this thread since I wouldn't have much to contribute.