Brilliant
A delight! An unexpectedly complex episode with some wonderful surprises, not least the appearance of Barbara Flynn, who, to people of a certain age, is associated with some of the greatest tv drama of all time - though quite who her character is is a mystery.
I have always wanted Dr Who to aspire to episodes which are pure mystery and strangeness. I've been watching since 1963. Why should they be explained? Of course this is, but it suggests an ideal of strangeness.
It's the only because this series is a six part whole that it can go so far - and the frantic tone might lead to a fourth chapter in a very different style. Yes, Who needs change and challenges. It's not a cost soap or escapist fantasy for people who want a safe artificial world, it's a mad romp that reflects the real world and allows itself to be imaginative.
I will say no more to avoid spoilers.
I have always wanted Dr Who to aspire to episodes which are pure mystery and strangeness. I've been watching since 1963. Why should they be explained? Of course this is, but it suggests an ideal of strangeness.
It's the only because this series is a six part whole that it can go so far - and the frantic tone might lead to a fourth chapter in a very different style. Yes, Who needs change and challenges. It's not a cost soap or escapist fantasy for people who want a safe artificial world, it's a mad romp that reflects the real world and allows itself to be imaginative.
I will say no more to avoid spoilers.
- ajbakeresq
- Nov 13, 2021