S2.6 - THE INTERSTELLAR SONG CONTEST

SEASON 2 - EPISODE 6 - THE INTERSTELLAR SONG CONTEST
This episode certainly served up a lot to unpack, as Russell Davies
filled this camp space adventure with almost everything imaginable -
except, perhaps, the kitchen sink! There was a nostalgic cameo from a
beloved character in fandom, as well as a surprising twist at the end
that will spark the two main points of discussion among fans. It also
sends an important message leading into the season finale: The Doctor is
not the last of the Time Lords.
Russell Davies revisits his bigeneration concept, culminating in the
long-awaited reveal of Mrs. Flood's true identity. While many fans had
suspected she might be the Rani, few anticipated there would be two
versions of her.
"The Interstellar Song Contest" was a thrilling blend of over-the-top
fun and unsettling commentary. It shifts seamlessly from playful pop
satire to serious reflections on corporate greed, genocide, and
xenophobia. We also witnessed a more detached aspect of the Doctor, more
cold and dangerous, which might hint at the path he will take in the
two-part finale as he embarks on a mission to save Earth from impending
destruction on May 24th, 2025.
Camp and fun, with surprises aplenty, this was a very good episode. =
Nine out of ten.
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