Still enjoying it

Yes, I am still enjoying the new Doctor Who. The second episode didn't have the same wow factor, but it helped develop the character of Amy Pond effectively. The relationship between the Doctor and Amy has some wonderful moments. It was weird seeing The Demon Headmaster in a small role, Overall, it was a quieter episode, but you can see that this seemed to be as much about developing the characters as anything else.

The third episode has been the poorest of the run so far. It has some interesting ideas, but it just felt totally flat. The spark between the Doctor and Amy seemed to have vanished. Matt Smith was much more muted than has has been and it was just missing... something.

As to this weekend's episode. Wow. Weeping Angels. Some fantastic special effects. River Song. Wonderful dialogue. Excitement. Without a doubt this has to be the best episode since the show returned to our screens a few years ago. Matt Smith seemed to be on top form and I love his interpretation of the Doctor. Amy is standing out as an independent woman who is not in thrall to the Doctor and that works well. Let us hope that part two is just as good.

Although I will join the many voices who have slated the BBC. What the f**k were they doing putting that stupid trail slap bang in the middle of an enthralling speech and the dramatic climax to the show? Whoever was responsible for that is a moron.

Did you know...

...that when your face blushes, the lining of your stomach turns red, too.

Although I do wonder who has stuck their head inside someone to check this.

Cometh the hour...

... cometh the man. The Eleventh Hour. Moffat. Smith. Gillan. I have been hugely critical of the new incarnation of Dr Who. I did not enjoy most of Tennant and RTD's Who, although I did like David Tennant. Most of the show was silly and had too many ideas thrown in the mix without any coherence or logic.

So, to the new Nu Who.

My verdict.

This was a fantastic start to the new era. Matt Smith was quirky, dynamic and alien with a touch of steel popping through at times. He feels like the Doctor should feel. There was something unique and very charismatic about his performance and I am intrigued to see where he takes the role. Obviously this is only the beginning as we were seeing a regenerated Doctor who hadn't ironed out all the kinks. But I may end up liking this Doctor a great deal. I'd go so far as to say he will be better than Tennant in the role.

Amy Pond looks like an feisty and potentially good companion. Karen Gillan brought an energy to the character and she felt like a fully formed character. It also looks like Amy won't be a pushover as far as the Doctor is concerned.

It was well written, with some daft moments, but daft moments that never felt stupid. It was a very enjoyable start and it is early days, but for the first time since Dr Who returned I find myself excited for the next episode. The Steven Moffat era has begun in style and it seems we have a showrunner who truly understands what this show is about. His passion for the show is clear to see.

Roll on more of this please.

Wow. One episode has flipped my expectations of Who right round. I even watched Confidential!