The New Doctor -- Not What I Was Expecting...

[penfold_x]

Given the age and body type of the last two actors cast for the Doctor, and the flirtations the PTB have been writing for his mostly young female companions, I'm surprised Moffat and co. have chosen a mature, very experienced actor for the role. It gives me hope that the Doctor/companion dynamics will be shook up a bit; I feel like the PTB could go in almost any direction, with a companion of almost any age, gender, species or experience.

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[penfold-x.livejournal.com]

I liked River Song because she had the edge that Matt Smith lacked.

Agreed. From the little I know of Capaldi I think he might bring some of that.

[neadods.livejournal.com]

That's what I'm hoping for. Smith brings the goofy side of the Doctor, but at best he's the Oncoming Strop, not the Oncoming Storm.