REACTION! DOCTOR WHO 10x01, Gallifrey Gals Get Wibbly Wobbly! S10Ep1, The Pilot
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 26 ม.ค. 2022
- Bill Pots!! Here we go off into series 10. Jumping right into something spooky.. Where did the puddle come from???
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I’d argue that Bill’s reaction to entering the TARDIS is the most realistic. Most of us would try to rationalise what we are seeing. Obviously entering another dimension is not on the list of possibilities in our minds. A knock-through seems the most sensible suggestion. Then she needs the toilet - like a real human might. And it does look a bit like a kitchen.
I like the juxtaposition of Susan and River’s pictures being on his desk; the first and last members of his family that we saw him lose.
Everything about season ten is criminally underrated. Including the bits that lots of people love in a high profile way. It’s just fantastic, there’s so much to look forward to you guys reacting to 😀
Capaldis voice when he tells her she can keep her memories, but to just go, it was breaking so subtly
Favorite Paula line. -- Don't go looking in that puddle. That's some Cathulu shit. Have to make a sanity roll.
Considering that Moffat era openers are usually these big epic continuity-heavy showstoppers, it's rather strange and incredibly refreshing for him to go in the opposite direction this time and turn out a stripped back straightforward little character piece. I certainly appreciate it, given how intense, introspective and broody series 8 and 9 were, the back-to-basics approach that Moffat takes with "The Pilot" is honestly a nice change of pace, and makes for the perfect way to introduce the new companion.
I'll get this out of the way immediately - I love Bill Potts. She's the best companion we've had since Donna, and probably one of my all-time favourite Doctor Who companions. I love her curiosity and the fact that she approaches all these weird alien scenarios with a big smile and loads of enthusiastic excitement. I also love her sense of humour, the way she kind of just rolls with the weird stuff that gets thrown her way, as well as her humorous observations surrounding the Doctor, the TARDIS, and the various little things that no one seems to pick up on ("it's disguised itself as a box with 'pull to enter' written on the front?") The teacher-student dynamic that she forms with the Doctor is fantastic, right from the word go they're giving us loads of fun witty setpieces and exchanges, and Pearl Mackie's chemistry with Capaldi only makes this partnership even better. And while we're here, I really like the way that Bill's sexuality is handled here, it's not there to be a punchline to a joke like Moffat often did in the past (see Canton, or Vastra and Jenny), it's explicitly shown, and it doesn't dominate her character to the point of it being her only personality trait.
Outside of the establishment of the Doctor and Bill's relationship, "The Pilot" is a pretty standard decent little adventure. There's some nice character moments, like the Doctor giving Bill all those photographs of her mum that she never had before. The whole subplot with the puddle is a nice creepy idea, another instance of Moffat taking an ordinary object and making it into something scary. The direction looks really crisp and fresh and aesthetically pleasing, even by this era's usual high standards. And while the episode is mostly a stripped back story intended to be a jumping on point for new viewers, I love all the little continuity nods we do get, like the photos on the Doctor's desk, all the classic screwdrivers, the reprisal of Clara's theme, and the Movellans of all things. In general though, the episode's main function is to introduce our new companion, and act as a stepping stone to send her off on more new adventures. "The Pilot" succeeds fantastically at both objectives, and now we're ready to jump right into this brilliant and somewhat underrated series
I agree, season 10 is probably my favorite out of the Capaldi run. It felt like the Doctor had a beginning, middle and ending character arc, with 12 that culminated in his third season. Series 8 he was the almost heartless, grumpy old "am I a good man" Doc where in series 9 he was the complete opposite, almost a mid life crisis, finding himself Doc (both very entertaining to watch). But I felt series 10 is where it all came together, where he was probably the most kind and compassionate I've ever seen the character, again played to perfection by Peter Capaldi. And as for Bill, she's probably my favorite companion in all of new who behind 13's companions because I love those guy's
Pearl Mackie actually got engaged a couple days ago!
Nardole is criminally underappreciated.
I feel like, if it was any other actor playing the role - normies would eat it up. There is like a strange movement of people just not caring for Matt Lucas as person. I guess a silly, but sometimes mean bald man with a respectable weight, just doesn't hit as well as for example hot looking space pirate. I feel like Nardole on itself had very Donna like run - where he was hella irrelevant in the Husbands episode, but his character actually got a lot of depth throughout the season. And had way better chemistry with Doctor and Bill, than for example Mickey or Rory.
I love him
I absolutely love this season. All of Capaldi's seasons are strong.
I loved Bill from her first moments onward, and I love her even more on rewatching! Enjoy this season, Gals! :)
Though I enjoy Clara's tenure, after three years Bill's introduction feels like a breath of fresh air. Love the teacher/student vibe between her and the Doctor.
"Imagine how it would feel if someone did this to you!"
She says, to the guy that can't remember Clara.
And Clara's theme plays at that moment...
Poor old Nardole never gets a mention he's a companion too it's not just Bill. Heaven Sent ,The Husbands of River Song and Series 10 is the best of the Capaldi era. Also the photographs of Susan Foreman and River Song and the different variations of the Sonic Screwdrivers as well as seeing the return of The Movellans was a nice little call back.
Capaldi reminded me of Doctor's from my youth ('70's and '80's). He was not there as a 'sex symbol (and I loved both Tennant and Smith's tenures). He was all about the smarts and (eventually) the empathy. I'm glad we have arrived at Bill too.
but Capaldi is there as sex symbol
the people the Daleks were fighting are called the Movellans they were in the Tom Baker story Destiny of the Daleks in 1979
And we’re the race that completely defeated the daleks prior to the time war.
@@noneya3635 The war was in stalemate. The reason why is an important part of the story.
Interesting that Destiny was also the first story for a new companion (well, sort of 😉).
@@denmaroca2584 Nope, in Destiny that was why they went to get Davros. In Resurrection of the Daleks with Davison Liton tells Davros reason the Daleks came back for him was because the stalemate was broken and the Daleks were totally defeated by the virus created by the Movelans.
@@noneya3635 Well, not totally, because Lytton also said that there were Dalek survivors who scattered to work on a cure. (They presumably succeeded in order to later prosecute a war against the Time Lords. Which makes you wonder what happened to the Movellans!)
13:52 "Less good now." One of Nardole's funniest lines
Atm. There's one coming up that I like more
Bill is up there in my list of favorite companions along with Martha and Clara.
I could rant about the Clara theme peeking in FOR. EVER. the storytelling with a *couple of bars* is fantastic.
For me, Bill is up there for best companions. Her chemistry with Capaldi was reminiscent of Donna and David.
Heather's actress, Stephanie Hyam, makes some really cool art.
Lovely react. You're right, every time we get a new Doctor or companion I feel like there's a bit of a fresh start and Bill is certainly a breath of fresh air. Moffat is certainly not beyond criticism but he really shows his prowess here, not just in the banter between the lead trio but the clever references to previous companions: the mindwipe scene takes us back to Donna but then pivots to Clara, then when Bill runs into the Tardis at the end it felt just like the sheer joy when Rose runs through those doors at the end of S1E1! (I also love the pictures of Susan and River on his desk and the whole classic series feel of him being on Earth gave me Pertwee UNIT era and Shada vibes.)
Yeah, Capaldi always gives me Professor Chronotis vibes in this one.
I'm so pleased to see other people love Bill as much as I do. I've been watching Doctor Who since 2005, have seen most of the classic series, and Bill is my favourite of all the companions. She's just *so* likeable and relatable.
I got some real Armus (the creature that killed Tasha Yar) vibes when the puddle started following the Doctor and Bill in this episode.
Bill and Heather (Hartnell!)
8:38 - Honestly, this might be my favourite example of the "Call to Adventure" storytelling beat ever.
Season 10 has some absolutely brilliant episodes and moments. But it came out to little fanfare, waning ratings, bad timeslots and just didnt click at the time.
Glad to see so many folks reappraising in the comments. Arguably Capaldi's best all round season.
".. NAW! This is some CTHULHU shit..!"
Get you a spouse, partner, companion, accomplice who has Cthulhu radar sense like Paula, 'cause she knows what's up.
Yay, we got there! Bill's great, relatable and well-acted.
Because of the particular form of escapism that I practice, I love every companion, yet there is something special to me about Bill. I am so excited that we are here.
Why do I not remember anything except the finale of this series. It's like I am going in blind again into this one.
Bill was full on amazing! I have so many thoughts but gonna save them for the future.
I love this series opener!
Yay for Bill!
Great episode. Great season. Bill and The Doctor are a great pair. 😁
I was dying to see how you would React to this Episode. You didn't disappoint. Great Reactions Girls.
Doc has a pic of Susan, his granddaughter, their first companion, on the desk. I love that.
I love series 10 soooo much
I saw Katrina with a hat on in the thumbnail and I immediately thought she'd been watching James vs Cinema.
underrated moment is when bills like "we travelled through time?????" and the drs like "no were. just in australia"
You don’t read the book out loud and you never look in puddles.🙈🙊
Yay! Capaldi's best season.
So excited that you are starting this season. Love it.
I was waiting for this one, Bill is my number one new who companion, and although I don't really enjoy the stories of series 10, I think this is Capaldi's best season, and the Tardis team is amazing
Now enter my OTHER favorite companion. Bill is amazing and we love her. Capaldi feels comfortable in season 10 which I think is why many love this season. It is so sweet that the 2 people the Doctor has pictures of on his desk are Susan his granddaughter, and River
bill is soo underrated! excited for you guys to watch!
Everything ends and it's always sad, but then everything begins and that's always happy, be happy.
Bill is such a breath of fresh air. Love her!
Crazy that you'll be all caught up on New Who before the end of the year at this rate. I hope you stick with the Whoniverse reaction videos, maybe with more Classic Who and/or branching over into the spinoffs like Torchwood and Sarah Jane Adventures.
Yup we probably will get live reactions to 14th. Unless they will space out Jodie's run. Either because of malding or them taking break before 11th season or because of them covering older Who.
I'm not quite sure why, but this episode really upset me more than pretty much any other. I think I just felt so bad for Heather, always an outsider because of her sexuality, and just when she's on the verge of making a true friend/companion, she's taken and turned into something else. I felt bad for Bill too, for nearly the same reasons.
The greatest of all time, Peter Capaldi
Bill is my QUEEN
I adore this season, and Bill Potts became my favourite companion (previously Donna, and they're pretty much both edging their way onto the first place podium for me).
Great reaction guys!
"she's evil!"
Poor Heather.
YAY! April 16th & I can binge watch SERIES 10 one after the other :-D
watched all the dr. who reactions in 1 week 1 to 9 :) love you gals
Took over 50 years for Dr. Who to air The Pilot episode...
Well, considering the timey-wimey nature of the show... ;)
Idk what is better, the initial comment, or the reply 😂😂
love this season
I love Bill so much!!! her and Donna were done dirty they should have had more seasons.
I liked Capaldi much more once Bill came along. I feel like they worked better off each other.
I love this episode more every time I watch it!
i wish bill would have had a three season run.. ♥️✨
I've been watching your channel for a year!!!
Love Bill! She´s adorable and smart and badass! And she asks the right questions. Paula, you´ll love Steven Moffat this series...
11:37 'She's just so nonplussed'. That's not what 'nonplussed' means. It means surprised and confused, which is the opposite of what she is feeling here.
Season 10 already... you're going to be caught up by Christmas...
just for us Paula start guessing...whats in the vault??
This is my Second Favorite Season (after the 4th), and Bill is my second favorite (after Donna).
Bill is awesome
Figuring out who she is. See what the Doctor is talking about when Bill first see's her.. Can travel through time and space.. looking for her pilot.. can change shapes..
Best series of doctor who ever.
Clara’s theme killed me😢
Locating...Bill Potts.
it's Doctor What!
Bill is probably my second favourite companion (after Donna).
The best Capaldi season
We love a Call of Cthulhu gamer. :)
This was such a great series, my favorite Capaldi series! The Vault is (Spoilers)!
Are you all going to watch 13th?
Another on-brand cat video!
That's 3 consecutive episodes written by Moffat that you didn't criticise.
Times have changed. 😅
I must admit I didn't like this episode the first time 'round although after a 2nd watch I came to really like the episode, I have loved Bill though from day dot and I think her introduction is perfect, I would say more about Bill and my thoughts on her but for fear of giving spoilers, I'll wait until later. I also like that Nardole was back as when I saw this I hadn't seen The Return of Doctor Mysterio until after I saw this. Wouldn't of minded Heather as a companion as well rather than what happened to her could of been the first couple since Clara and Danny or since Danny didn't travel much with the Doctor, the Bill and Heather would of been the first couple to travel with the Doctor since Amy and Rory but instead Heather became "The Pilot" and that was that. I wish "The Pilot" was a friend of Bill and Heather, but oh well that didn't happen.
Maybe it is just me but it looks like Paula got her hair cut. If so, Paula it looks very nice.
One of my favourite episodes although the only thing I found really stupid was if you are being chased by a water creature would you actually go into a bathroom and throw water on your face ?
Sad.
From what i gather the people who dont like series 10 think that bill potts' character is an example of the modern tendency in diverse writing of to make a character who's personality revolves around their sexuality or race/ethnicity and that outside of these things that make them diverse they have no personality. I dont agree with this take on bill at all. I do think that she reiterates her orientation more than necessary throughout the series but shes a very well rounded character. Peter absolutely shines as the doctor as always. Mostly series 10 catches flack for being political and while i dont agree that any series of doctor who is at all overly political i can understand more why the whittaker era gets called for that more than this particular series.
People who love to complain about Doctor Who being "political" mean left wing politics. So it's funny that the era they choose to complain about being political is far less left wing than any other series of modern Doctor Who, but because of superficial things like the Doctor being a woman and having non-white companions, they perceive it as more "woke."
Can you imagine having one's favorite Doctor in a season with one's favorite writer? Of all of the Doctors I've seen I feel like Capaldi missed out on the greatest potential. Having said that, though, I'm not sure if RTD would have been the best match with him.
moffats writing is much more suited to capaldi than rtds. they were the perfect team.
Welcome to never!
Ah yes, the series where Capaldi gets good writing.
his previous 2 series were much better written. 8 and 9 are great. 10 is good but there are a lot more less good episodes and it doesnt have the same theme strength for the characters that 8 and 9 had. i dont really blame moffat for it though because he just wanted to go after husbands of river and s10 is basically a bonus season that happens to be good. its still worse than the other capaldi stuff.
@@dutchman8887 I make a distinction between good writing and good stories, because they don't always go hand in hand - a good story can sometimes have a workmanlike script and vice-versa. Happily, I found the writing and stories in the Moffat era much better than some people do. In fact, I slightly prefer it to the RTD1 era, much as I loved that.
That memory wipe scene should have been a reference to Donna as it’s the most thematically similar scenario. But they decided to tie it to Clara for some reason.
Probably because the memory loss of Clara is more recent in the audience's memory? But yeah, I always think of Donna more in that moment than the Clara stuff.
Yeah, it’s pretty weird that they made a tie to the most recent companion exit rather than one that would’ve happened about a decade prior to this episode...
@@cyberdalek615 I assume this is sarcasm but it would have made much more sense for it to be Donna. As he was about to wipe her mind. ‘Imagine if somebody did this to you’.
It would give him a chance to make that hard decision again but this time say no instead. He wiped donnas mind but he can let Bill keep hers as he knows the pain and trauma it caused both him and Donna last time.
@@obiwankenobi687 I guess, but it also works in Clara’s case since he was actually the victim of a mind-wipe for that episode rather than the one causing it. The Donna mind wipe is certainly referenced here, though so is the Clara one.
Bill’s question about “how’d you feel if this happened to you?” works after Clara since the Doctor has already been in the position was about to be in. Not only that, but he’s also caused a mind-wipe via Donna, so he’s had both experiences. He’ll know how it feels to not only be wiped of your memory but also to wipe someone else’s.
@@cyberdalek615 it was just Clara though that was referenced as her theme plays over the top of it. They don’t really try and reference Donna
I've kinda dipped in and out of these reactions because the Clara era is anti-matter to my sensibilities but I am so on board for the S10 reactions. Such a great season with many high-concept episodes without too much pretense.
My main problem with this episode is that it doesn't really give us enough time to get to know Heather and care about her budding relationship with Bill. She turns into Creepy Alex Mack too fast. So the emotional beats don't really hit the mark IMO. Other than that, good episode.
(There's also a bit of Moffat doing his usual "hur hur lesbians" shtick, but he gets that out of his system at the start of the episode and gets on with the story.)
Probably Capaldi's weakest season, although he gives by far his best performance.
Yeah, as much as I really love Bill and Capaldi together, I feel like so many of the stories are on the 'meh' side for me. Oh well. :(
I adore Bill. If you ask me she's a far better companion for 12 than Clara was. I've been ridiculed for saying that, but I'm standing by it
finaly the last season of doctor who arrived xD
🙄
If you’re a certain kind of person, then yes it’s the last one.
However, it’s not really, we’ve still got three left after this and there’s to come in the future :)
I absolutely love watching your reactions but there are two things I'd like to say. 1 why did you change your intro music? I loved it how it was before. and 2 could you try to swear a bit less please? Thank you! PS can't wait for Paula to watch series 11 12 and Flux
Cut the initial TARDIS reveal, cut the Susan and River photos, cut the doctor in the photo reveal, cut the Dalek melting. All the best bits of this episode are gone. It's like this all the time now, why?
They probably get more copyright claims the closer they get to newer episodes, they didnt use to have the fair use thing either. Dont sweat it
@@PsPmoddedOUT But they choose which parts to show? And yeah copyright suck, I get it
@@RandomThumbVids The way it works is:
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c) you say "drat" and edit the video in TH-cam Studio to remove the segments that are copyright claimed, or mute the audio, or blur the image or something. (Or you delete that version of the video and re-upload a replacement video you edited yourself.)
You can also send a request to the copyright holder to release the claim, but that sometimes backfires if they decide they disapprove of your video--a copyright strike is much worse than a claim.
@@SchrodingersTransCat Oh, I didn't realise it was being done that way, so many other reaction channels get to include major scenes/have it trimmed the way they want it seems. Looked like something different was going here.
@@RandomThumbVids Well, I can't be sure how Paula and Katrina do it. They might leave key scenes out simply because neither of them 'reacted' to that moment--they were just watching intently and saying nothing. (I understand that this is important for fair use too--you have to actually be commenting on something for it to count.)
Some of it just comes down to the bot gods being random. They'll hit one person with a dozen claims and ignore another TH-camr with exactly the same scenes. Probably because they didn't offer the correct ritual sacrifices before uploading. 😉
I love your channel but why do you always have to eat when youre filming?! it's so offputting
I do really like this episode don't get me wrong about that, and Timey Wimey, Sentient Oil, all that whatever, but I still count this as a Bury Your Gays thing, and since this came out in April of 2017, after we'd spent ALL of 2016 LOUDY complaining about killing off lesbian characters, it pissed me off. It bothered me at the time a lot and it still bothers me. Not saying it has to bother anyone else, just it bothers me.
but you know now its not that? its the opposite. why are you still bothered
@@dutchman8887 No I don't now know that it's the opposite, the character died, she's replaced by something else that looks like her but she died, That's why I said sentient oil or whatever but I still count it.