Few Doctor Who stories are famous for their directors, but in the case of Graeme Harper he made such an impact on the show that his work is still being analysed to this day. When Classic Who was being produced in the 70s and 80s, directors often had to work within a strict set of guidelines. Television drama was usually limited to a studio-bound, multi-camera setup, made … [Read more...] about Doctor Who directors: What’s so special about Graeme Harper?
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Is Doctor Who Season 3 the boldest in the show’s history?
Doctor Who Season 3 came at a time of great change for the programme, and was not afraid to take risks - even if that meant getting rid of the Doctor... Doctor Who Season 3 saw the first transition of producers in Doctor Who's history, with the original overseer Verity Lambert (who had been instrumental in shaping the programme) passing the baton to the new producer John … [Read more...] about Is Doctor Who Season 3 the boldest in the show’s history?
Which is the best Doctor Who story for Valentine’s Day?
Looking for a Doctor Who story to ring in the Valentine's Day celebrations? Here are Lovarzi's top picks for a romantic evening on (or behind) the sofa... The Dalek Invasion of Earth Nothing quite says "I love you" like a dystopian Doctor Who story set in the near future in which humanity has been enslaved, decimated and robotised. In this classic 1964 adventure, the … [Read more...] about Which is the best Doctor Who story for Valentine’s Day?
How The Celestial Toymaker nearly killed off the First Doctor
Did you know that the mostly-missing story 'The Celestial Toymaker' was (almost) the last to feature William Hartnell? By 1966, Doctor Who had been on the air for three years, and the relentless schedule was beginning to take its toll on the actors. In those days, Doctor Who frequently broadcast seasons in excess of 30 (or even 40) episodes, meaning that the artists were … [Read more...] about How The Celestial Toymaker nearly killed off the First Doctor
Mavic Chen is returning for Doctor Who Series 14 (sort of!)
In a new twist, showrunner Russell T Davies has revealed that the character of Mavic Chen will be involved in Doctor Who Series 14 - somehow. Just to be clear, we can't be certain that the character of Mavic Chen will actually be returning for Doctor Who Series 14 or its precursory specials. But then, we can't rule it out either. But where does this nugget of … [Read more...] about Mavic Chen is returning for Doctor Who Series 14 (sort of!)