Times change, and Doctor Who changes with them – literally. What began as a curious science fiction television show for the BBC in 1963 has now evolved into an ever-expanding franchise – encompassing a variety of spinoff series, comic books, radio dramas, novelizations, non-fiction books, video games, and an endless stream of merchandise. While it was originally created by Sydney Newman, C.E Webber, and Donald Wilson, a variety of creative minds have left their mark on the property, and the latest passing of that baton is set to bring the biggest changes of all.
Its original run – iconic theme tune and all – began on November 23rd, 1963, and continued until 1989. A TV movie followed in 1996, then the Tardis fell silent, until Russell T. Davies fired it up again in 2005. Since that reboot, Doctor Who has remained a fixture on the screens of fans around the world and shows no signs of fading from view.
Its original run – iconic theme tune and all – began on November 23rd, 1963, and continued until 1989. A TV movie followed in 1996, then the Tardis fell silent, until Russell T. Davies fired it up again in 2005. Since that reboot, Doctor Who has remained a fixture on the screens of fans around the world and shows no signs of fading from view.
- 12/2/2017
- by Sarah Myles
- We Got This Covered
When watching An Adventure In Space And Time, I noticed one feeling dominated all others. It wasn’t excitement at seeing early Doctor Who recreated in high definition colour. It wasn’t admiration in the playing of the lead actors (all wonderful), nor even some fannish desire for accuracy (I let several anachronisms of speech and behaviour slip by, suspending my disbelief in the spirit of the piece).
The overwhelming feeling I had was one of protectiveness. I felt protective towards Verity Lambert, Waris Hussein, even Sydney Newman, the old so-and-so. But I felt especially protective towards William Hartnell. As an actor his reputation is pretty much intact, despite a few swipes at his memory from those too ignorant to know better. But as a man I felt that he had been much maligned, and An Adventure In Space And Time could either support the myths, or set the record straight.
The overwhelming feeling I had was one of protectiveness. I felt protective towards Verity Lambert, Waris Hussein, even Sydney Newman, the old so-and-so. But I felt especially protective towards William Hartnell. As an actor his reputation is pretty much intact, despite a few swipes at his memory from those too ignorant to know better. But as a man I felt that he had been much maligned, and An Adventure In Space And Time could either support the myths, or set the record straight.
- 11/24/2013
- by David Martin Farmbrough
- Obsessed with Film
An Adventure in Space and Time - BBC Two's drama biopic charting the origins of Doctor Who and the show's first three years under its original lead, William Hartnell - was screened at London's BFI Southbank last night (November 12) and the 90-minute period piece received a rapturous reception - not to mention a standing ovation - from an appreciative audience of fans and journalists.
Once the lights came up, Mark Gatiss - the man for whom An Adventure has been a long-held passion project - was one of several guests to take to the BFI's stage and discussed how he approached adapting a slice of television history into "a human drama".
> 'Adventure in Space and Time' recreates 'Doctor Who' icons for biopic
"The strange thing is, because I'm a Jon Pertwee child, this was before my time," Gatiss acknowledged. "But I grew up with the story - almost like a...
Once the lights came up, Mark Gatiss - the man for whom An Adventure has been a long-held passion project - was one of several guests to take to the BFI's stage and discussed how he approached adapting a slice of television history into "a human drama".
> 'Adventure in Space and Time' recreates 'Doctor Who' icons for biopic
"The strange thing is, because I'm a Jon Pertwee child, this was before my time," Gatiss acknowledged. "But I grew up with the story - almost like a...
- 11/13/2013
- Digital Spy
Jonathan Appleton is a writer at Kasterborous Doctor Who News and Reviews - All the latest Doctor Who news and reviews with our weekly podKast, features and interviews, and a long-running forum.
Mark Gatiss has revealed he’s prepared for a negative reaction to An Adventure in Space and Time when the special one-off drama on the origins of Doctor Who airs later this month. Stressing that the film is a drama rather than a documentary, Gatiss has previously stated that key players Donald Wilson and David Whitaker
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Mark Gatiss has revealed he’s prepared for a negative reaction to An Adventure in Space and Time when the special one-off drama on the origins of Doctor Who airs later this month. Stressing that the film is a drama rather than a documentary, Gatiss has previously stated that key players Donald Wilson and David Whitaker
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- 11/2/2013
- by Jonathan Appleton
- Kasterborous.com
Poster Louisa Mellor 29 Oct 2013 - 10:32
Take a look at these wonderful retro posters for Mark Gatiss Doctor Who drama, An Adventure In Space And Time...
November, the month of Doctor Who's fiftieth birthday, will be upon us in a matter of days, and with it comes ninety-minute Who origins drama, An Adventure In Space And Time.
In a BBC interview released today, writer Mark Gatiss explained the scope of the special, which is principally "the story of how Doctor Who was created, so we concentrate on the very beginnings and the first few episodes. There are lots of treats for the fans but it's also the story of William Hartnell, the first Doctor and how the part transformed his life."
Gatiss describes the drama as "my love letter to Doctor Who", explaining that his hope is for "fans [to] enjoy and be thrilled by it and all the kisses...
Take a look at these wonderful retro posters for Mark Gatiss Doctor Who drama, An Adventure In Space And Time...
November, the month of Doctor Who's fiftieth birthday, will be upon us in a matter of days, and with it comes ninety-minute Who origins drama, An Adventure In Space And Time.
In a BBC interview released today, writer Mark Gatiss explained the scope of the special, which is principally "the story of how Doctor Who was created, so we concentrate on the very beginnings and the first few episodes. There are lots of treats for the fans but it's also the story of William Hartnell, the first Doctor and how the part transformed his life."
Gatiss describes the drama as "my love letter to Doctor Who", explaining that his hope is for "fans [to] enjoy and be thrilled by it and all the kisses...
- 10/29/2013
- by louisamellor
- Den of Geek
Mark Gatiss has described An Adventure In Space And Time as his "love letter" to Doctor Who.
The BBC Two drama - airing next month - will depict the creation of the sci-fi drama and its early days under original lead William Hartnell (played by David Bradley).
"I'd had David Bradley in mind for some years but it wasn't simply a question of a good likeness!" said Gatiss.
"David is such a fine and delicate actor, I knew he'd find something wonderful in the part."
Gatiss also defended the decision to omit certain key figures from the drama - including script editor David Whitaker and producer Donald Wilson - despite their "immeasurable" contribution to Doctor Who in the 1960s.
"I had to focus it down - simple as that," he said.
"This is a drama, not a documentary, and though it's extremely painful to have to leave out some people who played a huge part,...
The BBC Two drama - airing next month - will depict the creation of the sci-fi drama and its early days under original lead William Hartnell (played by David Bradley).
"I'd had David Bradley in mind for some years but it wasn't simply a question of a good likeness!" said Gatiss.
"David is such a fine and delicate actor, I knew he'd find something wonderful in the part."
Gatiss also defended the decision to omit certain key figures from the drama - including script editor David Whitaker and producer Donald Wilson - despite their "immeasurable" contribution to Doctor Who in the 1960s.
"I had to focus it down - simple as that," he said.
"This is a drama, not a documentary, and though it's extremely painful to have to leave out some people who played a huge part,...
- 10/29/2013
- Digital Spy
The First Churchills.
Kieran Kinsella
We’re all familiar with Winston but how many of us know much about The First Churchills? Well for those who don’t know, Britain’s war-time Pm traced his lineage back to the court of King Charles II, and the Duke and Duchess of Marlborough Aka The First Churchills. The cigar smoking nemesis of the Nazis wrote a biography of his aristocratic ancestors and in 1969 the BBC dramatized the story. The 12 part series was an instant success. Drama starved executives on the other side of the pond soon snapped it up and began airing it on PBS in a new time slot called Masterpiece Theatre. Yes British TV watchers, The First Churchills isn’t just about English history it is also a landmark series in the British invasion of American networks. On 4 June, Acorn Media are reviving this lost classic on DVD.
Three-time Emmy...
Kieran Kinsella
We’re all familiar with Winston but how many of us know much about The First Churchills? Well for those who don’t know, Britain’s war-time Pm traced his lineage back to the court of King Charles II, and the Duke and Duchess of Marlborough Aka The First Churchills. The cigar smoking nemesis of the Nazis wrote a biography of his aristocratic ancestors and in 1969 the BBC dramatized the story. The 12 part series was an instant success. Drama starved executives on the other side of the pond soon snapped it up and began airing it on PBS in a new time slot called Masterpiece Theatre. Yes British TV watchers, The First Churchills isn’t just about English history it is also a landmark series in the British invasion of American networks. On 4 June, Acorn Media are reviving this lost classic on DVD.
Three-time Emmy...
- 5/31/2013
- by Edited by K Kinsella
The award-winning filmmaker, Sylvain Chomet who lovingly put Scotland and Edinburgh on screen in the animated hit The Illusionist after a five-year sojourn in the city, received an honorary degree from the University of Edinburgh yesterday.
Chomet who has settled back in his native France and is working on a new live action feature, was given the doctorate by Sir Timothy O’Shea, Vice-Chancellor and Principal at a ceremony in the McEwan Hall during the run of the 20th edition of the French Film Festival UK of which he is a patron. The degree ceremony was followed today by a civic reception at the City Chambers in honour of the French Film Festival and Chomet, hosted by the Lord Provost Donald Wilson.
Chomet and his wife Sally, his producer on The Illusionist, said they were delighted by the honour. “I am looking forward to returning to the city that...
Chomet who has settled back in his native France and is working on a new live action feature, was given the doctorate by Sir Timothy O’Shea, Vice-Chancellor and Principal at a ceremony in the McEwan Hall during the run of the 20th edition of the French Film Festival UK of which he is a patron. The degree ceremony was followed today by a civic reception at the City Chambers in honour of the French Film Festival and Chomet, hosted by the Lord Provost Donald Wilson.
Chomet and his wife Sally, his producer on The Illusionist, said they were delighted by the honour. “I am looking forward to returning to the city that...
- 11/29/2012
- by House reporter
- eyeforfilm.co.uk
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