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Filming Doctor Who seems like a lot of hard work for the actors, and they don't seem to paid much, based on the production value of the show.
In behind-the-scenes look on Doctor Who Confidential, the producers work on a very tight budget. For god's sake they're using video cameras, instead of film cameras -- especially for this type of serial. I wouldn't be surprised by the high turnover rate of the actors - first by CE and then BP.
In behind-the-scenes look on Doctor Who Confidential, the producers work on a very tight budget. For god's sake they're using video cameras, instead of film cameras -- especially for this type of serial. I wouldn't be surprised by the high turnover rate of the actors - first by CE and then BP.
Salasm said:
Piper got 250,000 pounds per series, don't know how much Tennant is on but it's the same if not more. If that's not getting paid much, then I'd love your job.
The filming schedule is tough, 34 weeks for a series. This makes it difficult for actors like Piper/Tennant to do other projects and raise their profile. You either do Doctor Who, or you do something else, not both.
I've got buried away in the back of my mind (and I'm prepared to be wrong here, given the fact that my memory is as reliable as a newly regenerated Time Lord's) the fact that there's some contractual issue with McGann appearing as the Doctor on screen without the approval of the US networks who contributed towards the TV Movie. If this is the case, then getting him back might prove costly.simonthewolf said:
Jaffa Cake said:
I don't think it would cost much at all actually. I don't think they would hold the beeb up to ransom.
I just ate a pack of Jaffa Cakes, mmmmmm.
Sky Blue said:
Never say never!
Sky Blue said:
Me as well...
Sky Blue said:
Quite true. We could sub in Davison for McCoy, but he looks quite old now too...
I don't know what he'd make of the new TARDIS, though.Sky Blue said:
Here's a little distraction while we wait for the Christmas special... a friend of mine emailed me a link to this quiz – which Doctor are you? I took the test and, rather shamefully, my result came back saying I was most like the Sixth Doctor...
The Sixth Doctor was arrogant and had no fashion sense, but still you loved him best. He would be pleased to know you made the only sensible choice.
...which I was a little disappointed with, to be honest. With my short hair, dark clothes and thick northern accent I'd have had myself down as being more of an Eccleston.
Jaffa Cake said:I don't know what he'd make of the new TARDIS, though.
Here's a little distraction while we wait for the Christmas special... a friend of mine emailed me a link to this quiz which Doctor are you? I took the test and, rather shamefully, my result came back saying I was most like the Sixth Doctor...
The Sixth Doctor was arrogant and had no fashion sense, but still you loved him best. He would be pleased to know you made the only sensible choice.
...which I was a little disappointed with, to be honest. With my short hair, dark clothes and thick northern accent I'd have had myself down as being more of an Eccleston.
Awesome find!
Q No. 1) Cavemen who slow you down must die - Rofl
4th Doctor, yes get in there!
Where do I start my voice over career?
Yes I did totally agree Romana looks rather nice in a school girls uniform lol.
Nothing wrong with the 6th Doctor, he was just mis-understood. It does mean, however, you have terrible dress sense.
Where do I start my voice over career?
Yes I did totally agree Romana looks rather nice in a school girls uniform lol.
bartelby said:Arse!
6th Doctor too.
Nothing wrong with the 6th Doctor, he was just mis-understood. It does mean, however, you have terrible dress sense.
For anyone interested in some funny takes on Zidane's headbutt - http://www.theregister.com/2006/07/13/zidane_headbutt_outrage/
Sky Blue said:
How good is that site?
Hours of fun. Ain't Lalla Ward posh? Which version of the Who theme do you think is the best? After spending some time on that site, I'd give the prize to the spooky original theme from the pilot, closely followed by the Davison theme from the early 80s. The worst has to be the TV Movie theme!
As for the titles, I think the pre-JNT Fourth Doctor titles win the Palm.
simonthewolf said:Ain't Lalla Ward posh?
'Posh' lol.
I've been called posh before (by chavs) because I speak the queen's english and I'm no where near 'posh'!Metal Zombie said:'Posh' lol.
Ah, but do you prefix your name with the words "The Honourable"?. Now that's proper posh
simonthewolf said:Ah, but do you prefix your name with the words "The Honourable"?. Now that's proper posh
No, I just end my name with BSC.
And yes Romana is a Time Lady and god do I fancy her (especially in the school unifrom lol!). And why aren't there any Romana 1 DVD's available outside of NA?!?!
Hey y'all,
So I got around to watching the very first episode of Doctor Who, the Unearthly Child. Ok, so apart from the b&w images and really poor video quality, I'm surprised the theme song has remained intact to this very day, as well as the TARDIS sound. AND I FINALLY know what the TARDIS stands for, which is cool.
But onto the Doctor. Why is he (Hartnell) called grandfather by the girl? Plus, the Doctor seems really grouchy and utterly useless in the next 3 episodes. He doesn't do much other than pout and be mean. Given this, I'm surprised Doctor Who the series has lasted this long. Do Doctors undergo personality changes with each re-generation?
I'll tell ya though. From the opening scenes, it really did feel like I was watching a classic. I look forward to watching all the shows up to Tom Baker, who I hear is the best Doctor, ever.
So I got around to watching the very first episode of Doctor Who, the Unearthly Child. Ok, so apart from the b&w images and really poor video quality, I'm surprised the theme song has remained intact to this very day, as well as the TARDIS sound. AND I FINALLY know what the TARDIS stands for, which is cool.
But onto the Doctor. Why is he (Hartnell) called grandfather by the girl? Plus, the Doctor seems really grouchy and utterly useless in the next 3 episodes. He doesn't do much other than pout and be mean. Given this, I'm surprised Doctor Who the series has lasted this long. Do Doctors undergo personality changes with each re-generation?
I'll tell ya though. From the opening scenes, it really did feel like I was watching a classic. I look forward to watching all the shows up to Tom Baker, who I hear is the best Doctor, ever.
Salasm said:
Yes the Doctor is a grand father, I think he has had just 1 child.
And presumably the adventures he has with the humans in the first few seasons changes him into someone more helpful and caring (not to mention starting a fondness for humans), although his personality does change a little bit when he has his dodgy regenerations (other Time Lords have control over their regenerations but the Doctor, who was a poor student on his planet, presumably never fully mastered the art of regeneration. This is why he looks different everytime he regenerates, because he can't control it!).
Oh and of course the 1st doctor was an old git and probably would be a bit more grumpy lol.
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