Doctor Who - The Two Doctors

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Summary: Two Doctors equal twice the intrigue!!
Review: The Two Doctors is excellent. One of Colin Bakers finest performances as the Doctor. Deep down it has some flaws but is overall a great adventure. Those who are fans of the second doctor will like this although they will probably be a little saddened. Patrick Troughton died shortly after this and watching him we can see him grow old very fast. Although ill during the making of this, his old persona comes out time to time making a great performance. The scenery is exquisite. Colin Baker always reminded me of a bit of the first Doctor. So when hes paired with Patrick troughton we get a glimpse of the past it seems. This is a great story to see. Its a little sad to see Patrick Troughton not quite himself due to his health. BUt its very nostalgic and the performances by both Doctors is great.

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Summary: I've come along way for you!
Review: There are four episodes that come to mind when I think of my all time favourites. Terror of the Autons, The Brain of Morbius, The Caves of Androzani and The Two Doctors. I loved this episode back in the fifth grade (that's going all the way back to 1985/86) and I love it just as much now. The meeting with the Sixth and Second Doctor is nothing short of brilliant. Patrick Troughtan (Doc 2) gives a perfomance that a bit closer to the First Doctor than his character, but still retaining many of the quirks that made his Doctor so charming. And the bits between the Second and Sixth are terrific. Plus this episode features probably my favourite villians of all time. The Sontarans! And I think that this is their best (and sadly last) appearance to date with what I feel to be their best costume design since they were first introduced in "The Time Warrior". A classic Robert Holmes story that's a must have for new fans who are wishing to get a taste for the show. This was the one that started off my collection. Great stuff.

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Summary: Still In It's Prime
Review: This episode proves, if nothing else, that Doctor Who definitely wasn't past it's prime at this point(that didn't happen until shortly afterwards, when Trial of a Time Lord was introduced.) Not only is this the best Colin Baker episode, it is a classic story that belongs in the top ten (or at least fifteen.) The story is very enjoyable, being set on location in Spain makes the atmosphere incredible. The Sontarans definitely aren't at their best here, but at least we get to see them. The music goes right along with the Spanish setting, and I just don't see the padding everyone seems to complain about, except maybe when the sixth Doctor and Peri are wandering around the space station, but this really isn't that irritating, or even noticable until about the 100th time you watch it. Shockeye is one of the best villians ever introduced to the show, and his presence alone makes the story worth watching. His insane desire to eat a human makes the story interesting to say the least, and even though there is a good amount of violence, just as Colin Baker himself pointed out in the Colin Baker years, many of Tom Baker's classic stories are just as violent, and no one seems to care about them. It is great to see the second Doctor and Jamie again, even if it is obvious it was originally supposed to be the third Doctor because the Time Lords are sending him on an errand and Jamie knows he's a Time Lord. This, aside from Patrick Troughton's gray hair that should have been colored, and he acts more like the irritable William Hartnell than the gentle second Doctor that we've all come to know and love, are the only irritating things about this episode. There are some enjoyable lusty undertones in Shockeye's desires, such as when he catches that "fine, fleshy beast" Peri, and the part when he and the second Doctor go to the restaurant in Seville is one of the highlights of the entire series. Aside from what many fans say, the interplay between the two Doctors is not that great, because they both act far too similar, and they don't have that many scenes together. However, this is easily overlooked because of how great the rest of the story is. Jamie easily slips back into his role, Peri has never looked better, and the plot is superb.

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Summary: One Of The Best.......
Review: This is one of the best stores from the 6th. Doctors time on the show, what is cool about this DVD is the Jim will Fix It.
So if you are a Doctor Who fan, get it, and love it.....

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Summary: The Last Great Story
Review: This is the last great Doctor Who story of the '80s. Throwing out the continuity problems, which the show never really paid attention to, this story gives the last Doctor Who appearances by Patrick Troughton (the 2nd Doctor) and Frazer Hines (Jamie). While writer Robert Holmes went on to write most of the "Trial of a Time Lord" story, this is his last great contribution. The extras are hard to beat. The commentary track provides interesting insights from the actors and the director. The behind the scenes footage is great stuff to any "Who" fan. The documentary "Adventures in Time and Spain" offers a look at how difficult it was to select a filming location overseas. A great disc that's worth the time and money.

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Summary: "You were expecting a brass band?"
Review: This story is very hard to justify. Although, it is enjoyable, it's also very sadistic and violent. This may not be Robert Holmes worst script("Power of Kroll"), it certainly is not the best. The story is a little uneven, especially during this season of 45-minute episodes. It's also hard to defend the Doctor's actions in killing Shockeye. Was this the only time the Doctor has killed someone? No. But it was the way he killed him that upsets fans. There are some good ideas floating around. Shockeye is probably one of Holmes' most disgusting, flavorful, distasteful, violent and hungry characters ever! He's a real treat to watch as he tries to cook and eat Peri(I wouldn't mind doing that myself). The Sontarans aren't as bad as most fans think, and it's a shame that they didn't come to New Orleans instead of Spain. Can you imagine Shockeye on Bourbon Street? He'd fit right in. Troughton and Hines are great as well. But only after a very short time when Jamie is left on the space station, why does he revert to a savage animal? Love the statenheim remote control!

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Summary: "You were expecting a brass band?"
Review: This story is very hard to justify. Although, it is enjoyable, it's also very sadistic and violent. This may not be Robert Holmes worst script("Power of Kroll"), it certainly is not the best. The story is a little uneven, especially during this season of 45-minute episodes. It's also hard to defend the Doctor's actions in killing Shockeye. Was this the only time the Doctor has killed someone? No. But it was the way he killed him that upsets fans. There are some good ideas floating around. Shockeye is probably one of Holmes' most disgusting, flavorful, distasteful, violent and hungry characters ever! He's a real treat to watch as he tries to cook and eat Peri(I wouldn't mind doing that myself). The Sontarans aren't as bad as most fans think, and it's a shame that they didn't come to New Orleans instead of Spain. Can you imagine Shockeye on Bourbon Street? He'd fit right in. Troughton and Hines are great as well. But only after a very short time when Jamie is left on the space station, why does he revert to a savage animal? Love the statenheim remote control!

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Summary: For die hard fans only!
Review: This video is for die hard fans of the second and the sixth doctors! It far too long and there's a lot the story does not explain! Watch this video if want to have every episodes on video! Rent this video first before you buy it if you can!

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Summary: Another classic "Who"...
Review: This was a special treat for Who fans from two different generations. Not only did you have Colin Baker in during his best time in the role, but you had Patrick Troughton reprising his role as the second Doctor with Frasier Hines back as Jamie McCrimmon. Amazingly, Hines doesn't even look as though he's even aged much since his time back in the old episodes nor does Troughton really. The plot, characterization, villians, especially the Androgums were a delight. This was the season where they had changed format from half hour episodes to 45 minutes each. So this adventure is equivalent to the old six parters in the '60's and '70's. A truly must have for Who fans. After seeing this one, you'll want to pick up the other Colin Baker episodes from this season (Vengeance on Varos, Mark of the Rani and Revelation of the Daleks, when it becomes available) plus any surviving Troughton episodes (Tomb of the Cybermen is an excellent Troughton piece). Enjoy!

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Summary: From a decitated Who fan
Review: Worst Episode Ever! And I love Who.