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AJ, Kentucky on February 28th, 2009
This episode was not as good as the previous one! BORING
james,london on July 2nd, 2008
a disastorous second half sums it up nicely
bob scotland on June 23rd, 2008
boring
Alex, Nottingham on June 22nd, 2008
Absolutely brilliant. Once again Moffat proves his genius with this intricate gem of a two parter that has you back behind the sofa, the way Who was meant to be, the way I remember it from my early childhood, and my parents from theirs. But more than recapturing what has been lost Moffat continues to tug on the viewers heart strings to create something new and wonderful. Directing was a bit naff, but other than that superb.
Chris, Devon on June 16th, 2008
Ooh... the Moffat strikes again. And to think that soon this man will be doing RTD's job... genius... Anyway, the episode. Of course it was confusing, but the tension built up in the first part was an added bolster. Cruel, clever and heartbreaking - that was what the reviewer said - and I have to agree. Tennant and Kingston have enough chemistry to rival the Oxbridge science labs. Moffat seems to dig himself into a hole that seems virtually impossible to get out of and effortlessly and nimbly just nips out of it again. Did I mention that Moffat, or the Moffmeister as I call him, is a genius? Yes? I'll mention it again. HE IS A GENIUS!
sam,lancs on June 11th, 2008
This episode proves Moffat is a genius! His previous stories - Blink & girl in the fireplace are like one of my favs ever. The thing about Moffat is that he maybe writing for a sci-fi show but he understands his characters to be HUMAN. He understands them so well and knows how to portray them on screen. Behind all the scary monsters/aliens Moffat prefers to tell very human stories which is why his episodes are so thrilling and terrifying at the same time. This episode was no exception I think that he met the standard of his previous episodes and has really shown a depth to the Doctor that has been rarely ever witnessed before on screen. The fact that the topic of SPOILERS is also tackled i.e. time traveling and the future and possible relationships + a really scary alien = greatness. This episode is like a breath of fresh air because I was sick and tired of hearing that Rose was the 'love of his life' and professor river song seems to turn that on its head! It seems to me that she will become his closest companion & most loved as she is the only one to know his true name. Catherine Tate it appears didn't have much to do but in fact she was contributing greatly to the episode. Living in her fantasy world, the world she's always wanted BEFORE the Doctor came - she has to face up to reality that it may not exist - which like many to me was heartbreaking but a vital element to the episode. Overall a great job, dialogue great and chemistry - fantastic!
Hil, Darlington on June 10th, 2008
It was good :) But I don't think it was worth five stars tbh... there has been better episodes =/ but I enjoyed it anyway. Didn't like River Song. Ugh.
Debbie, Manchester, UK on June 10th, 2008
Absolutely brilliant! Fantastic plot filled with little twists and turns and definitely one to keep the little ones scared of the dark for further Who generations to come. Steven Moffat is a genius, and a fitting successor to Russell T...and yes, Alex Kingston was incredible. I once questioned Catherine Tate's appointment in the role of companion (I am not a fan of her comedy), but her comic moments throughout this series, and her acting on Saturday night, expelled those thoughts forever! She more than makes the grade - very gutsy performance. If I could give this more than 5 stars, I would. This episode is right up there with the best - kudos times one million million!
Ashley, North Lincolnshire on June 10th, 2008
This episode had everything: a complex plot that keeps you guessing, yet is not too much of a stretch to believe, great development of characters' and their relationships with some profound and touching moments, and a clever ending which actually turned out quite happy, not to mention a really cool set and visual effects and well cast actors. Bring on series 5, Steven Moffat will make a brilliant show runner - he is pure genius. I'm looking forward to more episodes as awesome as this one. =]
Julie, Sussex on June 10th, 2008
Terrible, Terrible, Terrible!! What are they thinking of? Didn't enjoy this at all. I can't possibly let my son watch Dr.Who ever again!! I feel very cheated and angry having invested in ALL the hype, toys, books, stickers, DVDs, you name we have it! But now! I'll have to censor each episode before letting him watch it, something I have not done since The Empty Child! Mmmm, Steven Moffat, Say no more.... Try telling a 7yr old they can't watch their favourite program anymore. Thanks a lot BBC!!!!
Jonjoseph, London on June 10th, 2008
This episode was brilliant, every year i get asked what episode i enjoyed the most? and i always answer 'the episode that Steven Moffat wrote' and i think he will make it for a 4th year. This is just pure excellence!!!! probably one of the best stories in the whole of its 45 year history!!!!!
Brendan Weybridge on June 10th, 2008
I thought as usual, the story was rushed. They should go back to the four part format which would have given them two hours instead of an hour and a half. Even in two parts this one was like it was rushing for the last train, over scored too. At least they had decent CG this week, the last few episodes had been almost laughably bad as regards FX. David Tennant's gurning "been there seen that done that" Dr is becoming annoying too. There's never any threat that he'll come to any harm.
Chris, Leicester on June 10th, 2008
How ANYONE gave this a 'one-star' rating I just don't understand! DW the series has come of age and is a tour de force. Moffat's writing is un-parralleled and I look forward eagerly to future episodes. If I had one criticism it would be that it ended!
G*, Manchester on June 9th, 2008
Loved it, although it was hard to follow at times. Sci-Fi is meant to be imaginative and a little different than normal drama out there. Big thumbs up. However I think the theory of River Song being a future wife or companion is a little too obvious and probably a massive red herring. The Doctor said that there was only one time he would ever give his real name.... Just a hunch, but as Steven Moffat wrote this, and as he is the new showrunner of the series once RTD leaves, it's possible he's setting his stall out for future episodes. Most fans know that the Doctor only has 13 regenerations, which technically only gives SM chance to work on the series for a duration of 3 more actors once DT leaves. It's quite possible that the event that allows the Doctor to give his real name is some kind of event on Gallifrey which bestows him new life. Up till now we've been led to believe that Gallifrey and all the Time Lords are gone.... But what if they are not? What if they too are in an alternate universe? My hunch is that Steven Moffat wants to put things in place now to allow for plot devleopment later down the line, rather than one rushed expose in a two parter. Oh, and nobody so far has asked where Professor Yana/the Master left his TARDIS yet!
Chris Bournemouth on June 9th, 2008
Steven Moffat knows that DW is at its best when taken seriously and this is as good as television gets.His familiar theme of doomed love woven into what would of been a great script anyway was heartbreaking.A rare glimpse into the pain and complex nature of the Doctors life.How can you give this anything less than 5 stars?
Craig, Bangor on June 9th, 2008
Fantastic episode!!! Alex Kingston needs to be the next assistant, but only when Catherine Tate decides to leave, she is BRILLIANT!!! Well done guys!
Dan M York on June 9th, 2008
Brill.By the way i wonder why Donna isnt in the Doctors future(cough probbally dies)May not have been as good as blink but has set the stage for future shocks.By the way who thinks its Dalek Caan in the mid series trailer at the end.I think it's Darvros because why would they keep Caan in the shadows because everyone already knows about him whereas nobody has a clue about Doctor Darvros. Soz if i rambled on.Can't wait for Moffat to take over.
Gemma, Woking on June 9th, 2008
What an amazing episode, I was hooked till the very end!!!
Katie, London on June 9th, 2008
Probably the worst episode of Who I've ever seen. Totally against everything that is Doctor Who. It's rapidly becoming a soap opera. More plot holes that a block of Edam, one minute if all that's left of you is a faint echo then all that'll be left of you in the virtual world be be a poor copy, the next oh it's alright, you'll be perfectly fine. The description of the Doctor in the future wasn't how the Doctor would ever be, The Master then fine, but not The Doctor. And how many more times! He's had a wife and child, he's not bothered by it! Much less would he take some woman claiming to be a Professor when in all reality she'd barely get a GCSE in archaeology. Tate 's acting was sub standard, as normal. Tennant seems to be going through the motions now, all he's asked to do is flail his arms, do some shouting and eye bulging and look attractive. Gets boring, even for a fangirl like me. :(
Rob, Plymouth on June 9th, 2008
Very clever, moving and adult, this is a startling detour and one of the most sophisticated ideas and plots in the series history, but one that would have actually benefitted from being longer in order to iron out the exposition, bolster some characters and resolve the Vashta Nerada plot a little more satisfyingly. Still, ruddy great though (teh 21st century'Mind Robber'?)!
Natalie, London on June 8th, 2008
Hmmm i'm a bit torn over this episode, i thought it was cleverly planned out, and envoked a lot of emotion, but i found myself disliking River Song, and not believing in the chemistry between them and that spoiled the story for me. I felt like a lot was overlooked in favour of exploring the possible relationship between the two of them, and i didn't like it. Having said that though i thought the storyline, particuarly the one with Donna, were very good, and brilliantly shot, but River Song just detracted me from rating it any higher.
Alex, Liverpool on June 8th, 2008
This episode was utterly fantastic, but with Capt. Jack, Sarah Jane Smith, Martha Jones, Rose Tyler, Mickey Smith, Jackie Tyler and Harriet Jones all returning for the finale, the best is yet to come.... It is going to be absolutely outstanding and I can't wait!
Gogzter on June 8th, 2008
Absolutely brilliant episode. Very though provoking. anyone who scores this one star is clearly brain dead and have no soul. lol.
Thomas , Edinburgh on June 8th, 2008
Superb in all respects. Can't believe the minority who gave it only one star. Terrific plot with very clever ideas and tantalising glimpses into the future - who knows wha'ts going to happen next in this series? Brilliant acting all round. First there was HAL - now CAL the computer!
Dan, Portsmouth on June 8th, 2008
first class Dr who, this is exactly why Moffet got he job. Brilliant
WR, Canada on June 8th, 2008
I can't believe anyone could say that there was 'believable chemistry' between Kingston and Tennant. The two characters, the Doctor and Song, had no chemistry whatsoever, either intellectual or physical. The episode itself was entirely predictable, with Moffat not only ripping off other sources (notably 'The Time-Traveller's Wife), including his own previous episodes. He ignores series continuity and even established canon, and as always marginalises the existing companion in favour of his own new guest star - who is dropped into the storyline with no real introduction or characterisation and viewers are just expected to accept her. Moffat is the only writer this season who hasn't seemed to know what to do with Donna, and he reduced her to a cipher, as well as denuding the episodes of the terrific Doctor and Donna chemistry we've had all season. I now fear for the future of Who under Moffat's leadership.
reno, Hampshire on June 8th, 2008
Exquisite drama of the highest order. The Moff can do no wrong! I simply cannot wait for The Doctor to meet River Song because it'll be her first time but he'll know (something at least), it'll be a great reversal. Who would have thought that the new Doctor Who would be ever better than the classic series?
Louise, Edinburgh on June 8th, 2008
It was absolutely amazing .. I *almost* cried when River Song sacrificed herself, and when Donna's husband tried to call her name :( Stephen Moffat is awesome :D
Rich, Wolverhampton on June 8th, 2008
Brilliant, Brilliant, Brilliant. The Moff has come up with an absolute blinder here. The Doctor's future is in very safe hands I feel. And to hear him talk on 'confidential' he has some great plans ahead. While this series has been good it hasn't reached the heights that it has in previous years but this two parter has really pepped the fourth season up and has set the tone for a really terrific final few episodes.
Matthew N, Merseyside on June 8th, 2008
It was one of the worst Doctor Who episodes ever! Scary, confusing and just plain weird. Rubbish, no longer a family show.
Megan D, Birmingham on June 8th, 2008
Fantastic episode so far. Have watched it 3 times since and still feel the same. It was absolutely heartbreaking with Donna and her children. Good ending, to a brilliant story. 5 outta 5 every time.
Simon Taylor,Shaftesbury Dorset on June 8th, 2008
I thought Silence in the library and Forest of the dead was a load of rubbish not very Doctor Who,If hes going to be head writer hes got to come up with better stuff than that.I might even stop watching it and just carry on with the Big Finish Audios which are excellent
Andrew Ford, Surbiton, Surrey on June 8th, 2008
Possibly one of the most intelligent Doctor Who scripts since... well, I'm not sure when. It just goes to show that DW can use strong SciFi ideas and still be entertaining and exciting. The characters were well drawn and the performances (particularly Tennant, Tate and Kingston). A lot has been said about the burden that is carried by a Timelord, but here it genuinely showed, with the Doctor knowing the outcome of a relationship before it had even begun - it's not often that Doctor Who moves me quite as much as this episode did.
Lucy London on June 8th, 2008
There was a really creepy atmosphere built up with Miss Evanglista in her black dress and her warped face; very like The Ring, The Grudge (jap versions) or The Orphanage. Scary without violence or gore, great for thr show! Where is Donna next week?
Lauren, Liverpool on June 7th, 2008
I agree that David Tennant and Alex Kingston has unbelievable chemistry. I mean wow, how much storylines could that evoke! Catherine Tate was excellent and I thought it was heartbreaking that she remember her 'life' and when her 'husband' tried to call her name... that was sooo sad! :( Please let Alex Kingston come back!!! come on Steven Moffet.. Series 5 companion? Wow that must've been the best episode of DW i have ever seen: The music, The storyline, The dialogue, the twist when River Song sacrifices herself. I think i'm gonna go watch it again...
Andy, London on June 7th, 2008
Brilliant episode! I really can't fault it. There were twists, turns and it was captivating television. :) Next week looks good, though I'm not happy about the lack of Donna!!
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