The Robot Revolution

Season 2 is off with a bang. From the get-go, this was a thrill with every question of the series being set up and some surprises along the way.

Varada Sethu is glorious and comes out with some clever quips, smart takes and feels already more dimensional than other companions have felt in a full series. Her tonal shift is a conflicting watch, but that's what's keeping me on my toes.

Although the plot wasn't particularly inventive, it does remind me that this show is a family show and to be experienced as so. The vivid design, the colourful scenes, the wonder of it all is what makes this show special. If you're watching this episode in hopes of a horror sci-fi feel, I'm afraid you're not going to get it. If you're watching for some light, silly entertainment, you're getting a smash hit.

I will say, there were perhaps one too many familiarities with arcs seen in older seasons of the show, not even necessarily just RTD era level. I feel the scope of the show has grown exponentially and our head writer is going ham on that too scale-wise. Sometimes less is more, perhaps.

Despite this, 'The Robot Revolution' is still a fun escape from reality whilst still making an on-the-nose reference to our world as we know it. Don't stress though, it's nothing that'll distract from the story where Belinda truly is the one to watch.

If you enjoy the vibes of New Earth, this one is definitely for you. It won't be everyone's cup of tea, but it's definitely worth checking out and it's a cracking introduction to the series.

The latest episode of Doctor Who delivers a breathless, action-packed opening to the new season, setting the stage for what promises to be an electrifying chapter in the Doctor's adventures. Fast-paced, sharply written, and brimming with excitement, this premiere strikes the perfect balance between fresh energy and classic Who charm.

One of the standout elements is the new companion, who immediately makes a powerful impression-both in performance and character. She brings a compelling strength and presence that feels like it will recalibrate the dynamic between her and the Doctor. There's a spark of equality in their rapport, reminiscent of Clara's tenure (a companion who, admittedly, divided fans but whose assertiveness and wit I always admired). If this premiere is any indication, we're in for a fascinating push-and-pull between the two leads-one that could redefine the Doctor-Companion power balance in exciting ways.

The writing is tight, the pacing relentless, and the sense of adventure infectious. If the season maintains this level of quality-keeping the stakes high, the character dynamics sharp, and the storytelling bold-then we're in for an exciting ride.

Bring on the next episode-the TARDIS is back in top form!

Fan of Dr. Who, All seasons, all actors (exception Cristopher Eccleston and first sesaon with Jodie Whittaker) All my heart in it.

Once stated that , I m failing to understand (and maybe I m lacking in acceptance too) why in god s name this Doctor´s been given this I_m_in_love_with_life_and_I_m_extremely_sensitive _to_all_flowers personality (this said with James Blunt "you re beautiful" as soundtrack.

No sign of the uncanny wisdom utterly mindblowing, groundbreaking, astonishing.. (and all the grandious adverbs you may use here) the doctor used to display to solve universe scale conflicts and at the same time, being able to move us (the audience) without veering into cheesy territory, or...to show more respect that THIS Dr Who is showing to its audience, I could say "overly sentimental". I refuse to use the word "cloying"......yet.

I hope, as this second season goes on, the grey matters could have been able to take the doctor out of ICU.

The second season of rebooted, rebooted, Who starts with an introduction to a new companion and the setting up of some fun looking season arcs, but perhaps that comes at the expense of the development of the actual episode.

Belinda Chandra (Varada Sethu) is gifted a star by her teenage boyfriend Alan (Jonny Green). Seventeen years later, the robotic inhabitants of the planet come to Earth and force Belinda to come to the planet, named Missbelindachanda 1, to become their Queen. She is pursued by The Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) but through a time Vortex, he ends up arriving six months prior to her and setting himself up in the court. They learn that the robots have enslaved a humanoid species that they used to live peacefully alongside, until an A. I. took control of them.

So, the actual episode, whilst not having anything particularly wrong with it, felt like it had some rather undercooked ideas. The robots not hearing every 9th word is fun but underutilised and the reveals about the A. I. had some potential but again I don't feel the motivations behind the character actions on the planet were satisfactorily explained. However, I do like all the season arc stories that a seeded in this episode. There's the return of Mrs Flood - who is she, and has she moved or does Belinda live a couple of doors down from Ruby? Then there's the business about being unable to return to the 24th of May, what does that mean and how does the episodes final moments feed into that.

I did like Belinda immediately though. I like that she's a different dynamic to a lot of the other companions in that she doesn't seem taken with the idea of travelling in space and time and is focused on getting home. She does though seem to be a little like Martha (the last second companion that Russell T Davies wrote for) in that she's a nurse and has practical skills that can be used in, for example, an uprising against the robots.

Not a classic episode, but perhaps one that points towards stronger stuff to come.

I personally don't get as excited by companions who are immediately ready for traversing time and space whilst possessing little concern for their own well-being when it comes to time traveling with a complete stranger.

Which is why I am deeply excited to see Bel's character in future episodes. I can't wait to watch how her and the Doctors dynamic evolves.

Without fail, Nucti has been so fun to watch as the Doctor. He brings so much to his character, causing me to harbor even greater respect for him as an actor.

The clothes Nucti is put into is everything I wish it to be and more.

From how I see it, Doctor Who is meant to be an escape from reality and a source of joy. This episode certainly accomplished that for me.