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[Zorin Industries]

And she's on her way to... (no, better not).

[marktmurphy]

And she's on her way to... (no, better not).

Yes, it does look that way, doesn't it!

[Tybre]

I assume the DW-TARDIS won't be a regular part of the titles?

[Ernst Stavro Blofeld Jr.]

I'm sure its just there for marketing. The text will likely be all that is in the titles.

[DamnCoffee]

I assume the DW-TARDIS won't be a regular part of the titles?

I have mixed feelings about that really. I think it should be used, 'cause it's so unbelievably simple and cool, but on the other hand. I can't imagine it.

[Tybre]

I assume the DW-TARDIS won't be a regular part of the titles?

I have mixed feelings about that really. I think it should be used, 'cause it's so unbelievably simple and cool, but on the other hand. I can't imagine it.

Yeah, I mean, I reckon it's just a marketing thing, but if they used it for the title sequence, it would be cool, but at the same time...there are some apprehensions.

[Zorin Industries]

I assume the DW-TARDIS won't be a regular part of the titles?

I assume it would be. And why not...? If the character shifts in time, so should the presentation of the show. It doesn't really matter in the long run anyway.

[SecretAgentFan]

I like the idea of re-booting "Doctor Who" right now. A new actor, a new companion, a new showrunner (with connection to the former, of course). Actually, just going on as if nothing had happened (aside from the regeneration) would have felt weird to me. So, kudos!

[Peaceful]

I love the new logo, can't wait for next year very exciting.

I love this thread too.

You guys seen this?

http://www.walesonli...91466-24870355/

Enjoy

P.F.O.D.

[Tybre]

Stumbled upon filming videos of what appears to be episode one of the new season. Apparently it involves ducks. Somehow. Will not say more at this moment, as what little bit is there is vague, confusing, and lolsome simultaneously. Oh, alright, I lied. Minor spoilers-ish apply. There are more filming videos scattered about, but that's the only one where you can really hear anything. Least that I've found.

And thanks to this I wish I were five years younger and lived in the UK.

[danslittlefinger]

Matt Smith injured by his own sonic screwdriver on set of Doctor Who (how on Earth will he cope with Daleks?)- May contain spoilers.

Spoiler

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-1218970/Doctor-Who-The-sonic-screwdriver-gets--burning-Matt-Smiths-fingers.html

Matt Smith injured by his own sonic screwdriver on set of Doctor Who (how on Earth will he cope with Daleks?)

By Lizzie Smith
Last updated at 1:48 PM on 08th October 2009

For years Doctor Who's sonic screwdriver has faithfully done its duty in the line of fire, and countless end-of-the-world scenarios.

It has blasted through locks, operated the Tardis, burnt and cut through barriers and was once even destroyed by a Terileptil.

But in the inexperienced hands of the new Time Lord, the handy tool fizzed out of control - burning Matt Smith on the hand as he filmed the new series in Cardiff.
Dr Who

Careful Doctor: The new Time Lord Matt Smith with his sonic screwdriver on the set of Doctor Who in Cardiff

For one scene, the sonic screwdriver is intentionally blown up as the Doctor holds it to an umbrella.

But the explosion caused the umbrella to spark - burning 26-year-old Smith.

He pulled his hand away and was seen clutching his injury as he grimaced with shock.

Filming had to be cut short momentarily while Smith was seen by on-set medical staff - but luckily he was uninjured and was able to continue.
Explosion: Smith holds the screwdriver up for a scene

Sparks: Smith holds the screwdriver up for a pre-planned explosion

One on-looker said: 'Matt looked really hurt you could see that from his reaction. You could see he was in pain and his fingers went black instantly.

'The production staff seemed to be really worried and they were checking out the equipment straight away.

'But fair play to Matt - he was back on set almost straight away and went straight back into role.'


Ouch! The explosion injured the new Doctor's hand

Smith takes over from David Tennant as the 11th Time Lord at the end of this year.

The sonic screwdriver, which as Doctor Who fans will know cannot kill, wound or maim, is sure to remain one of his favourite toys, along with his much-loved 'psychic paper'.

He will be joined in the latest series by flame-haired assistant Karen Gillan.

The 21-year-old plays new sidekick Amy Pond and looked stunning on set wearing a shorter-than-usual police uniform.

A fan said: 'There looks to be good chemistry between Matt and Karen - let's hope so because Billie and David will be hard to follow.'

[col_007]

Minor spoilers-ish apply

Spoiler

Wonder if he's still feeling the effects of the regeneration looks possible from that clip

[DamnCoffee]

Looks like It.

[Tybre]

Minor spoilers-ish apply

Spoiler

Wonder if he's still feeling the effects of the regeneration looks possible from that clip

Yeah.

And now for more spoilers-ish

Spoiler

There's also pictures of what looks like a Rottweiler-something (English Mastiff maybe?) mix, and there's a clip of Amy, the Doctor, and some other guy standing talking when suddenly there's this bark-like sound (sounds more like a man imitating a bark, possibly to be dubbed over in post-prod?) and they all wheel around and stare at something at the pub. Related, possibly.

There are pictures of the Doctor making the sonic go boom in a shower of sparks. Didn't look at the full size, so don't know if it's new or old, but if it's the old it makes sense as to why he's got the redesigned sonic we saw in earlier pics.

And more, but isn't it more fun when you hunt these things out yourself?

Judging from all of the pics and filming vids out there atm, the season premier is going to be great.

[Sniperscope]

I assume the DW-TARDIS won't be a regular part of the titles?

I assume it would be. And why not...? If the character shifts in time, so should the presentation of the show. It doesn't really matter in the long run anyway.

I agree. I could very easily envisage the DW logo being used at the end of the end credits to good effect, but I wouldn't expect it in the opening titles.

Nice logo all together! Very much an echo of the 60s / early 70s.
With the new old TARDIS it's certain that Moffat's DW is going to go closer to the source... whether this will be a success I'm not sure, but if the ratings can hold after the Cult of Tennant then I guess DW is here to stay.

Actually the logo I think signifies an interesting colour tone shift for the series. The previous logo, like the opening credits, was very red / orange and if you look at all of BBC's marketing (especially on their website) uses a red spectrum; red equals danger, adventure, etc.
But the new logo, with some of the early publicity pictures we've seen so far, is very blue, black, silver all of which equals mystery and intrigue... Interesting...

Edited by Sniperscope, 09 October 2009 - 08:18 AM.

[marktmurphy]

Spoiler

It's the old sonic yeah. I saw a shot where he's looking at its smoking remains on the ground!

[Royal Dalton]

I expect the title sequence will show the police box merging into the DW logo, which will then transform into the Doctor Who logo, or some such nonsense.

On a sad note, Barry Letts, who produced Doctor Who during the 1970s (and later produced the Timothy Dalton version of Jane Eyre) died today.

[Orion]

I expect the title sequence will show the police box merging into the DW logo, which will then transform into the Doctor Who logo, or some such nonsense.

On a sad note, Barry Letts, who produced Doctor Who during the 1970s (and later produced the Timothy Dalton version of Jane Eyre) died today.

Part of me would like them to get rid of the title sequence and just have that animation on the website showing the new Logo as a title card.

Sad to hear about the passing of Barry Letts, he was fantastic producer and will be missed.

[dee-bee-five]

I expect the title sequence will show the police box merging into the DW logo, which will then transform into the Doctor Who logo, or some such nonsense.

On a sad note, Barry Letts, who produced Doctor Who during the 1970s (and later produced the Timothy Dalton version of Jane Eyre) died today.

Sad news, indeed. He was, by far, my favourite producer of classic Who.

[col_007]

I expect the title sequence will show the police box merging into the DW logo, which will then transform into the Doctor Who logo, or some such nonsense.

On a sad note, Barry Letts, who produced Doctor Who during the 1970s (and later produced the Timothy Dalton version of Jane Eyre) died today.

Sad news, indeed. He was, by far, my favourite producer of classic Who.

oh no Barry Letts was a legend in the Doctor Who world he will be sadly missed

[sharpshooter]

Spoiler

It's the old sonic yeah. I saw a shot where he's looking at its smoking remains on the ground!

Well, that explains why he needs a new one!

As for Smith's injury, the set can be a dangerous place at times. Nothing to be ashamed of at all. These things happen to everyone now and then. Well done to him in the fact he got straight back into filming after the event.

[Gabriel]

Sad to hear about Barry Letts. Wasn't a huge fan of his Doctor Who era, but, IIRC, he was the guy who cast Tom Baker, who went on to make, IMHO, the greatest era of the show with producer Philip Hinchcliffe.

I thought his casting of Timothy Dalton as Rochester was inspired. Dalton is still my favourite Rochester.

Edited by Gabriel, 10 October 2009 - 08:08 PM.

[Zorin Industries]

Over the weekend I was told from a fairly good source that word from the DOCTOR WHO set is that Matt Smith is hot amazing in the role and could well upstage Mr Tennent quite quickly.

Can't say more (well, I could).

[dee-bee-five]

Over the weekend I was told from a fairly good source that word from the DOCTOR WHO set is that Matt Smith is hot amazing in the role and could well upstage Mr Tennent quite quickly.

Can't say more (well, I could).

I have heard exactly the same thing from a very reliable source on the set. Nailed it from Day 1 apparently...

[sharpshooter]

Over the weekend I was told from a fairly good source that word from the DOCTOR WHO set is that Matt Smith is hot amazing in the role and could well upstage Mr Tennent quite quickly.

Brilliant news. I can't wait to see him in action. I have a feeling he will become my favourite Doctor of them all.

[Tybre]

Over the weekend I was told from a fairly good source that word from the DOCTOR WHO set is that Matt Smith is hot amazing in the role and could well upstage Mr Tennent quite quickly.

Can't say more (well, I could).

Makes me both giddy and afraid. Are there going to be rabid fangirls again?

[DamnCoffee]

Over the weekend I was told from a fairly good source that word from the DOCTOR WHO set is that Matt Smith is hot amazing in the role and could well upstage Mr Tennent quite quickly.

Brilliant news. I can't wait to see him in action. I have a feeling he will become my favourite Doctor of them all.

I don't. I think he will be brilliant, don't get me wrong, but to me, Tennant IS The Doctor and no one can top him. Saying that though, I said the same about Brosnan. So who knows, he may be the best of them all, but my gut feeling says Tennant cannot be topped.

[Tybre]

And my gut says Tennant was topped before Tennant even came into the role. As for Smith, I dunno. I feel like I'm going to like him, a lot, probably even upper tier material. But I'm holding off judgment until I see full episodes. Alas in the filming videos of good length it's impossible to hear anything, and the ones where you can hear stuff are too short to really get a basis of his performance. He is very good in those snippets though. I have very little cause to doubt Smith will be brilliant. Also helps that he has the man who has written what I think were some of the best episodes of the new series as showrunner. And now that I've finally got BBC America, I can't wait for it to be spring. 2010 is going to be a good year.

[Zorin Industries]

Also helps that he has the man who has written what I think were some of the best episodes of the new series as showrunner.

I could say more, but cannot. Though I will say you are not the first to pick up on that...

[Royal Dalton]

And my gut says Tennant was topped before Tennant even came into the role.

I've never much liked Tennant's characterisation. He was good in the Paul Cornell two-parter, though.

The Matt Smith series looks to me like it could be going back to something more akin to the Innes Lloyd-produced Troughton episodes. Which would be no bad thing.