Some thoughts on Blink

Now, Doctor-lite episodes really aren't looked upon that favourably, although really I don't think it is a fault of the story itself, more of the person writing it (well, lets face it, talking paving slabs and the implied ickyness that went with it is hardly going to be a fan favourite.)

However, you've then got the fact that Steven Moffatt has written some of my favourite episodes of Who (new or old, The Empty Child/The Doctor Dances is in my top ten of all episodes ever). So already I'm feeling a bit conflicted and that's before the episode has even started. :D

( eyes drying out…trying not to blink… )

In conclusion.

Loved, loved, loved this episode. However, it's starting to become clear that Doctor Who does lose something when it's screened in the summer. The lighter evenings the nicer weather, they don't only mean more people are playing outside and not watching the telly, but they don't have the atmosphere either. Imagine how scarier this would have been if it was a winters night with the wind blowing through the trees and rain lashing against the windows. *shivers*

A big old yay should also be given to Hettie McDonald because the cinematography in this episode was brilliant, all long angles and lingering shots. Plus everywhere looked beautiful, especially the creepy old house.

This episode gets a "hoorah everyone!" 8.5/10