Matt Smith, The Eleventh Doctor
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At this time, we will take a momentary break from all things book-related to discuss one of my favorite television series of all time, DOCTOR WHO! Last Saturday, Doctor Who’s 5th season premiered on BBC America for all of us that love to watch it across the pond, starring the newest incarnation of the Doctor, Matt Smith. Last year, when the new Doctor was announced, I read quite a bit across the web, people shouting “HE’S SO YOUNG!” to “NOOOO DON’T LEAVE US DAVID!” to all sorts of other madness. Well, I adore Matt Smith and already wonder if I’ll love him more than David Tennant.
I know, I know, blasphemy! But this first episode was simply fantastic, to me, and I think Smith’s acting was spot on. I also enjoyed the new companion, Amy Pond. This first episode, entitled “The Eleventh Hour,” was exactly what I wanted and needed it to be. And I think this new season will be perfect for anyone wishing to jump on the Doctor Who bandwagon late in the game. I don’t see why having no previous knowledge of the series will affect this season, which I’m sure will be ripe with new characters. I’d love to see some of our old favorites, but as much as I love Rose and Martha, I’m glad to see their stories all wrapped up and taken care of. To be honest, I’d be happy to never see Donna again (so sorry to Donna fans, but I just don’t have any love for her!).
Anyways, those are a few of my thoughts on the new season. Doctor Who airs in America on BBC America at 10pm on Saturdays. Newbies, check it out for sure, and you can always Netflix old seasons if you’re dying to see what you’ve missed!
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