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Baylor looks so much like Billie Piper/Rose from Doctor Who, I kept waiting for 10 to show up on the beach. Most of the people are really likable. I started out rooting for Blue, but Orange won me over later. I hope Dale realizes he has an idol. I'd be bummed for him to be voted out without realizing what's burning a hole in his pocket. I love Jeremy and Val. Cool to see a firefighter and police officer have such a fun and loving rivalry. Exile Island >>> Redemption Island. Still not great, but definitely an upgrade.

Oh, it seemed longer than that. My bad.

You can have a strong, differing opinion and still be gracious. I found myself nodding to what Robert was saying, and I'm as "revolutionary" as they come, at least in relation to this show. Sybil struck that balanced chord so nicely. Tom does a bit too. It wavers a little, but that's really authentic and true to his feelings of one foot in/one foot out. How is Isis still alive? Is this Isis 4.0? I hope my pets always are as resilient and long-lived as that dog. I'm getting a little tired of Carson. His judgment on Daisy was almost mean-spirited. She should head to the farm asap and not look back.

Well, nuts. I really liked it, but I understand all your guys' points. I guess I hand-waved most of the timey-wimey bits. For me, this was my favorite episode of 12 so far. I might have had something in my eye when the War Doctor showed up. Maybe because it brings up the connection of 10 and 11. I love "Day of the Doctor" so damn much. Clara had a major role as the voice of the companion at "The Moment", so I had no problem with the barn scene in this episode. I thought it was nice symmetry. Seems to me that with each episode, Capaldi is feeling more comfortable in his incarnation. I think he's had the challenging position of trying to get the NuWho audience (such as me) used to an older Doctor after Tennant and Smith. Also, I hope Danny gets a more active role, a la Mickey. Definitely something better than being tongue-tied in a restaurant.

I don't throw that term around loosely. I don't think any diagnosis (whether cancer, schizophrenia, etc.) should be used as a metaphor or adjective. But I think you might be right. She showed moments of both mania and depression (talking really fast and later crying), and that's what I thought too. An experience like this would not be conducive to stability and holistic health, which may be the sad point. It made me wonder, especially with a show this (allegedly) long, if participants have access to prescriptions, whatever they might need (even birth control). Most insurance companies wouldn't allow refills for a period as long as a year (unlike a month or even three month season experience). I wonder what the show's policy/approach is for that. Or even if they have such a thing.

Disappointing. A reminder that everything comes down to casting.

I honestly think it's just shyness. The other kids have been together for years. Sarah is an outsider and would be one of the youngest. I could see her being nervous about sitting with the other girls. That sort of a situation could be outside of anyone's comfort zone, regardless of age - even some adults. Not everyone is an extrovert who can also easily join in with an existing group that's been together for years.

I started the DVR recording, listened to about 4 measures of Jonah Smith, got incredibly bored, and deleted the whole recording. I guess I'm done. I've lost all interest. I'm unsure if it's just this season or the show in its entirety.

Very true. That scene was really condescending. But Vastra kind of sucks. I don't think she and Jenny have anything close to an equal-level relationship. Which is kind of off-putting, now that I think about it. At least Strax is good for an easy laugh.

Loved it. The bickering between 12 and Clara was refreshing. Almost a 10 & Donna dynamic. Almost. The tray moment was great. Capaldi can do so much with the smallest details. He can balance gravitas with absurdity with the greatest of ease. So is that Missy character the woman who called Clara? Not nearly as cool an entrance as walking up wearing a spacesuit with "Hello Sweetie." Also, I got my BINGO with "Geronimo".

Liking this thread. Ninth Doctor: Favorites: "Dalek": I like it because we see PTSD Doctor after the Time War. It introduces the Daleks to newbies like me, while also showing the nuances of identity. "The Empty Child/The Doctor Dances": great story. Also, Jack Harkness. Least favorite: "The Long Game". Adam is a waste of a character, and the jelly monster is unpleasant. Tenth Doctor: Favorites: "The Runaway Bride": I could watch it once a week and not get sick of it. "Girl in the Fireplace": beautifully done. "School Reunion": Tennant does a brilliant job of demonstrating the continuity of relationships through his reunion with Sarah Jane. "Partners in Crime": See "The Runaway Bride" "Silence in the Library/Forest of the Dead": Tennant does a great job of setting the stage for a meaningful 11th Doctor & River relationship "Midnight": a brilliantly-acted bottle episode that still freaks me out. Also shows the Doctor's need for his trusted and true companions. "Turn Left": shows that causality can be a thing. "The Stolen Earth/Journey's End": I'm a sucker for team-efforts. Least Favorite: "Fear Her": meh. The ending is really eyeroll-inducing.Most and Least Favorite: "The End of Time, Parts 1 & 2": Breaks my heart every damn time. Eleventh Doctor Favorites: "The Eleventh Hour": strong introduction. "The Pandorica Opens/The Big Bang": good team-effort and return of Rory. "The Doctor's Wife": absolutely brilliant, fun, and meaningful. Obviously written by Neil Gaiman. "The Girl Who Waited": shows the powers of time and choice. "The Lodger": playful and we get to see a different side of the Doctor. Also James Corden. "The Name of the Doctor": some good narrative payoffs here. "The Time of the Doctor": Matt Smith knocked it out of the park. Least Favorites: "Amy's Choice": unnecessarily dramatic. "The Rebel Flesh/The Almost People": eww. "The Rings of Akhaten": boring. Bring on Season 8!

Wow, that was boring. I loved Aerial Animation, enjoyed Mat Franco, and appreciated Andrey Moraru. Everyone else was either boring, forgettable, or bad. I wish I could say I liked John and Andrew, but the dance was meh, and their stage space was too small. I don't understand the judges' takes at all anymore.

Yeah, Matt Bomer was great in The Normal Heart. Tough match for Colin Hanks. That said, great showing for Fargo. Not sure why Alison Tolman is in the Supporting Actress category. Maybe so she has a better chance of winning? Looking at all the winners, the Critics' Choice Awards get it right. I hope the Emmys take note.

As a Minnesotan, two things: 1. Martin Freeman has developed the most subtle, smooth, and authentic Minnesotan accent on the show. Maybe being from Britain, he recognizes and works harder on the subtle differences between regional, and even city, accents. I want to claim him as an honorary Minnesotan. 2. Not only did they pronounce "Faribault" correctly, closed caption spelled it accurately, This show is a masterpiece.

I'm a Tennant fangirl too, but I confess I'm going into this with low expectations. On a ratings level, it's going against the new Thursday Night Football, which personally is where my first allegiance lies. But that's what DVR is for. Mostly, however, Fox and the cast/crew can say what they want, and ten episodes is different than eight, but it does look too much of a carbon copy to me. The article (hence why this is in the media thread) http://www.geekosystem.com/gracepoint-trailer/ articulates my reservations I already had. I hope Gracepoint does well, but it's going to have to prove it to me.

I was leaning forward towards the TV 20 minutes into that episode, and I didn't stop until the credits. Damn, what a ride. The genius of that episode was that Lester went BACK to the hospital. Again, damn.

That's the most I have ever enjoyed this show. I loved every damn minute, up to the very end. Friggin brilliant start to finish.

This Minnesotan LOVED it. The accents were toned down, and it had a fun vibe. I was following #BemidjiinFargo and #FargoinFargo (the latter had a viewing party with the actor who owned the insurance company - Tom Musgrave, who is from North Dakota - there). It was nearly universally enjoyed. It is a bummer it wasn't actually filmed locally. Not seeing the iconic Paul and Babe (which is even in the credits of National Lampoon's Vacation) is a big miss. Martin Freeman is gold in every role he touches. I was worried how he'd manage the accent, but he was much better than Colin Hanks. One critique: too many "ah geez"es. This is FX - we do swear up here. Let the Minnesotan characters curse, damnit!