- The Issac Newton scene at the beginning... wasn't really that great. It could have been dropped entirely and the episode would not have suffered for it.
- Have they added some more piano to the opening titles?
- As an episode fundamentally involving just two actors, this relies heavily on the acting skills of its leads. Lesser leads could have sunk this episode quite badly.
- David Tennant is a superb actor, able to demonstrate subtle nuances in his portrayal i.e. the doubles not getting things quite rate.
- Catherine Tate is also a lot better than many have historically given her credit because of her tendency to do comedic roles. She does a very good job here.
- I was very much reminded of "Midnight" from 2008, which doesn't have very much of Donna in by virtue of the filming lengths at the time.
- Awful lot of corridor action here, that's for sure.
- Even with Disney money, the CGI did look a bit silly.
- Clearly they're saving on the actor budget, throwing that to the other two specials in this particular "season".
- Great final scene, with the much-missed Bernard Cribbins making what would be his final appearance on the show and reminding us how great Wilfred Mott was. Rest in Peace, Mr. Cribbins.
Conclusion
Not quite as strong as the previous week, but still very good.
7/10
So, next week brings the regeneration...
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