The Doctor Who Christmas Special “The Church on Ruby Road” is the lowest-viewed Doctor Who Christmas special in YEARS. And the Audience score on Rotten Tomatoes is… well… rotten. Of course, “racist” fans are being blamed by the media. Maybe the show just isn’t very good?
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Critics have commented on the episode’s light-hearted and playful tone, a shift from previous storylines that were criticized for being convoluted and self-serious. This change is largely attributed to Russell T. Davies, who returned as showrunner. The special introduced the new Doctor, played by Ncuti Gatwa, alongside a new companion, Ruby Sunday, portrayed by Millie Gibson. Their performances, particularly Gatwa’s charismatic portrayal of the Doctor, received praise for bringing a fresh and dynamic energy to the series.
The episode featured unique elements like a goblin song and dance number, which was a first for the Doctor and the companion to participate in a performance. This aspect, along with the storyline involving carnivorous goblins and a whimsical adventure, was seen as a blend of fear and cheer, typical of the series’ family-friendly Christmas specials.
While some reviews raised concerns about certain plot devices, like the use of ‘intelligent gloves’, and the handling of the goblin characters, the overall reception among critics suggests that the special was an engaging and enjoyable watch, offering a promising start to Gatwa’s tenure as the Doctor.
As for the audience score on Rotten Tomatoes and the notion of “racist” fans being blamed by the media, these aspects seem to represent a smaller, more specific part of the broader discussion surrounding the episode. The varying opinions reflect the diverse expectations and perceptions of the Doctor Who fanbase and the general audience.
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