I am a Doctor Who fan, and I particularly like the old stuff - William Hartnell and Patrick Troughton, although a lot of their stuff is now lost by the BBC, see here. It's a shame that we can't watch classics like "Evil of the Daleks" and "The Highlanders", but sometimes it's a relief that we can't watch some obviously dire stories!!
Although I like the old stuff, I have enjoyed the new stuff (and still do)! I really liked how David Tennant played the Doctor - with characteristics of previous Doctor's within, and so I think it's a shame that he has decided to hand over the Tardis keys. The BBC recently announced that an unknown actor, Matt Smith, would be taking over - fair enough! I'll trust them, and if they honestly believe he is the guy, then fine. However, I recently saw this news item about Martin Clunes - apparently he was offered the part, but was too expensive! How much has probably changed since Mr Clunes was last in Doctor Who, wearing a very garish costume!! See below!
Great photo! Where did you dig it up?
ReplyDeleteI also like DW and have really enjoyed DT taking the reins. I'm a bit sad he's decided to give it up, but as they say, all good things must come to an end.
I'm reserving judgement on Matt Smith. He seems like a good egg and possibly quirky enough to retain DT's fans, but is he as compelling? Time will tell. No pun intended.