...You know, it might just be a good idea to imagine that Lana Lang will be the new companion every time they're about to announce one. Then there is no room for disappointment! XD
I actually just watched the Runaway Bride for the first time last night! (I'd been having trouble finding a torrent that would work, but got my hands on it finally, now that it's required watching!) I'll admit that the first 10 or so minutes of the episode, I was worried (couldn't handle the over-the-top shouting), but that tapered off soon enough, and by the end of the episode... I *adored* her!
There is really no way of knowing how much my opinion of her was affected by knowing the news, but... I LOVED her dynamic with the Doctor! *_* Not only did they butt heads beautifully, but I think they have a serious potential for growth, could have great fun together (I loved the scene where they were riding those scooters and couldn't stop laughing, that was SO cute XD), and become amazing friends!
And you're absolutely right about that final scene! "I think sometimes you need someone to stop you." is surprisingly perceptive for someone who seems to want to bury her head in the sand. And the way that she got him to speak Rose's name, and being so close to losing love herself? I don't think Donna is a genius, by any stretch, but she can be quick on her feet (the way she distracted the alien so that Lance could sneak up on her, she did it without any fear!), and I think that when the Doctor broadens her world, she is going to surprise us with just how perceptive she can be.
The Doctor NEEDS someone who will question him. I have no doubt that she will be devoted to him and trust him, but she won't have to cope with seeing him as fallible the way that Jack did, and she isn't going to have her image of him clouded by romantic feelings. I think that's exactly what he needs right now, and exactly the change of pace that the audience needs.
And it'd be terribly funny if she were still interested in finding a good man, pursuing dating opportunities while being totally oblivious to the Doctor being - well, a male alien, anyway.
Oh man, I would love that! XD It'd really suit her character too. (It'd be funny if it got to the point where the Doctor had to get all "stop it!" with her ala Jack XD But, aww, maybe she can find love in a distant land ♥)
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Date: 2007-07-04 07:58 pm (UTC)I actually just watched the Runaway Bride for the first time last night! (I'd been having trouble finding a torrent that would work, but got my hands on it finally, now that it's required watching!) I'll admit that the first 10 or so minutes of the episode, I was worried (couldn't handle the over-the-top shouting), but that tapered off soon enough, and by the end of the episode... I *adored* her!
There is really no way of knowing how much my opinion of her was affected by knowing the news, but... I LOVED her dynamic with the Doctor! *_* Not only did they butt heads beautifully, but I think they have a serious potential for growth, could have great fun together (I loved the scene where they were riding those scooters and couldn't stop laughing, that was SO cute XD), and become amazing friends!
And you're absolutely right about that final scene! "I think sometimes you need someone to stop you." is surprisingly perceptive for someone who seems to want to bury her head in the sand. And the way that she got him to speak Rose's name, and being so close to losing love herself? I don't think Donna is a genius, by any stretch, but she can be quick on her feet (the way she distracted the alien so that Lance could sneak up on her, she did it without any fear!), and I think that when the Doctor broadens her world, she is going to surprise us with just how perceptive she can be.
The Doctor NEEDS someone who will question him. I have no doubt that she will be devoted to him and trust him, but she won't have to cope with seeing him as fallible the way that Jack did, and she isn't going to have her image of him clouded by romantic feelings. I think that's exactly what he needs right now, and exactly the change of pace that the audience needs.
And it'd be terribly funny if she were still interested in finding a good man, pursuing dating opportunities while being totally oblivious to the Doctor being - well, a male alien, anyway.
Oh man, I would love that! XD It'd really suit her character too. (It'd be funny if it got to the point where the Doctor had to get all "stop it!" with her ala Jack XD But, aww, maybe she can find love in a distant land ♥)
I'm reeeally looking forward to this O: