Michelle Posted January 3, 2009 Author Posted January 3, 2009 He's called Matt Smith, and yes, he can look a bit odd! lol Ceinwenn, I don't think I like you any more! Quote
Ceinwenn Posted January 3, 2009 Posted January 3, 2009 Ceinwenn, I don't think I like you any more! Understood! Quote
Weave Posted January 3, 2009 Posted January 3, 2009 (edited) When I first read this story, my first thought was 'who is he?' and my second thought, 'Don't leave David Tennant, please don't leave', despite the fact I have known for awhile he is leaving the role but I will give Matt Smith the benefit of the doubt, a bold move I must say, choosing a relatively unknown actor. Edited January 3, 2009 by Weave Quote
Ceinwenn Posted January 3, 2009 Posted January 3, 2009 It might be good to have someone people don't know in. Was David Tennant very well known before he became Dr. Who? Quote
Weave Posted January 3, 2009 Posted January 3, 2009 Was David Tennant very well known before he became Dr. Who? I think he was, he was in 'Casanova', 'Blackpool', Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire', 'The Quatermass Experiment', that is the ones I seen basically Quote
Kell Posted January 4, 2009 Posted January 4, 2009 I think it will be easier having a relatively unknown actor in the role as we'll think of him as THe Doctor rather than Matt Smith. Quote
Janet Posted January 4, 2009 Posted January 4, 2009 I'm reserving judgment until I've seen him act the part. Afterall, I was horrified when I read that Catherine Tate was going to be an assistant and I had to eat my words as she turned out to be my favourite one from 'new Who'! Quote
Mia Posted January 4, 2009 Posted January 4, 2009 I was horrified when I read that Catherine Tate was going to be an assistant and I had to eat my words as she turned out to be my favourite one from 'new Who'! Same here! I cried when she left!! Quote
Janet Posted January 4, 2009 Posted January 4, 2009 Me too. I'd love it if they found a way to bring her back. And Bernard Cribbins as her Grandad - he was well cute! Quote
Raven Posted January 4, 2009 Posted January 4, 2009 I'm not entirely sure we've seen the last of Donna Noble, we'll have to wait and see how the specials play out. I'm quite pleased with the casting of Matt Smith as the Doctor, I think he could be a very good choice indeed (but I'll reserve final judgement on that until 2010!). Quote
lexiepiper Posted January 4, 2009 Posted January 4, 2009 I wasn't impressed I have to admit, BF was absolutely horrified. I guess I kinda had my heart set on Paterson Joseph, who was widely rumoured to be the next doctor. I just think this one is far too young, and he looks a little weird Quote
Raven Posted January 4, 2009 Posted January 4, 2009 He's only three or four years younger than Peter Davison was when he took on the role, but I don't really see his age being an issue if he is up to the job. As for looking weird, I hope the poor chap hasn't been reading the internet today, there have been some very unflattering things being said about him. Personally, I think he looks very well suited to the role, I think there's something slightly otherworldly about him. Quote
lexiepiper Posted January 4, 2009 Posted January 4, 2009 I would assume he would expect a lot of critism, with it being such a massive and much loved role, admittedly it's not nice, but with him not being well known and being the youngest yet, a lot of people will be unimpressed Quote
Mia Posted January 5, 2009 Posted January 5, 2009 With him looking so young, I just don't think I'll believe him taking charge of a situation, like the Doctor needs to. He looks more like he'd storm off into his room to sulk, slam the door and put his music on full blast. Still, I'm trying to remain open-minded until I see his performance. I think it's always difficult when the Doctor changes - you get so attached to whoever's in the role and you don't want it to change (especially when it's David Tennant). Raven, have you heard whispers that Donna might be back, or is it just what you think? In some ways, I don't want her to come back. Like I said when Rose left, it negates the emotion you felt about the loss if you blithely bring them back (after insisting it was impossible). I didn't like Rose's return (especially her annoying lisping). And it might be the same for Donna. On the other hand, it would be nice to see her again! Quote
Raven Posted January 5, 2009 Posted January 5, 2009 With him looking so young, I just don't think I'll believe him taking charge of a situation, like the Doctor needs to. He looks more like he'd storm off into his room to sulk, slam the door and put his music on full blast. I don't think he looks that young at all. He is young, yes, but he's not a teenager . . . Raven, have you heard whispers that Donna might be back, or is it just what you think? I've heard rumours, but that was before Davis made some other comments about the up-coming specials. If she is returning, my guess is that it will be either in the third or fourth special. Quote
Stephanie2008 Posted January 5, 2009 Posted January 5, 2009 He does look young but not too young. I think he will be different and a nice change. I also think that the press are jumping to conclusions about him before he's even started filming! I will watch it no matter what though Quote
Raven Posted January 5, 2009 Posted January 5, 2009 Well I've been watching it for 34 years, so I can't see me throwing in the towel at this point either! Quote
Mia Posted January 6, 2009 Posted January 6, 2009 I don't think he looks that young at all. He is young, yes, but he's not a teenager . . . He still looks like one to me! I've heard rumours, but that was before Davis made some other comments about the up-coming specials. If she is returning, my guess is that it will be either in the third or fourth special. Very interesting. I would like to see Donna again. Quote
Raven Posted April 6, 2009 Posted April 6, 2009 Planet of the Dead, this Saturday, BBC One (and HD if you have it) at 6.45pm! Looks like I'll be taping Primeval! Quote
Heather Posted April 6, 2009 Posted April 6, 2009 Planet of the Dead, this Saturday, BBC One (and HD if you have it) at 6.45pm! quote] Cool Thanks for lrtting us know can't wait Quote
Lucybird Posted April 7, 2009 Posted April 7, 2009 ooh I'm excited, it looks good. I don't want David Tennant to go though, he's pretty Quote
Raven Posted April 7, 2009 Posted April 7, 2009 RTD was on BBC breakfast this morning and he confirmed that the next special will air in November, ahead of a two-part finale over Christmas. He also confirmed that the companion for the Christmas two-parter will be: Bernard Cribbins! Quote
Stephanie2008 Posted April 7, 2009 Posted April 7, 2009 I love that idea about the companion. I can't wait to see the new one this weekend Quote
Michelle Posted April 11, 2009 Author Posted April 11, 2009 Bernard Cribbens should be great! I can't say I was that impressed with tonight's special. Having watched EastEnders, I couldn't take Michelle Ryan and her posh accent seriously, and Lee Evans was a little too over the top for me too. Still, an hour of DT - I can't complain! Who's coming back through the dark? My guess is The Master. Quote
Ben Posted April 11, 2009 Posted April 11, 2009 Who's coming back through the dark? My guess is The Master. That's what I thought straight away. I didn't mind tonights episode actually, I thought it was quite good.. and I didn't have a problem with the women because I don't watch EastEnders. All in all rather good, I thought Lee Evans was superb but a little over-the-top, like Michelle said. Quote
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.