Finally an episode that feels like proper Doctor Who! And it's pretty much totally due to good writing, as there was nothing fancy about this episode in terms of effects or acting. Whittaker had some good solo moments near the end - which are long overdue. With so many companions, the Doctor has often felt like a side character on her own show. This has been a big problem. If I'd never heard of Doctor Who and just happened to watch an episode from this season, I'd probably guess that Graham was the protagonist. As someone who's never particularly cared much about ANY of the companions on Doctor Who (my favorite episodes are the rare ones where the Doctor is on his own), having 3 now is not a bonus but a distraction. Anyway, this episode was quite good - the first this season where I haven't felt bored by the middle. That said, I can't help but think of how much better it would have been if it had been acted by David Tennant. Whittaker still doesn't have much uniqueness or depth as the Doctor.
Review of It Takes You Away
