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  Msg # 1472 of 1759 on ZZCA4349, Monday 7-14-24, 8:10  
  From: THE DOCTOR  
  To: ALL  
  Subj: Google Gemini reviews Doctor Who The Ice  
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 From: doctor@doctor.nl2k.ab.ca 
  
 Doctor Who: The Ice Warriors - A Second Doctor Encounter on Mars 
  
 Based on the information from the website 
 [invalid URL ice warriors doctor who ON Chakoteya.net], 
 here's a review of Doctor Who: The Ice Warriors: 
  
 Story 
  
 The TARDIS lands on Mars, millions of years  in  the  past. 
 The Doctor (Second Doctor), Jamie, and Victoria  find  themselves 
 caught  in  a  war  between  two  Martian  races: 
 the  peaceful  Martians  and  the  reptilian  Ice Warriors. 
 The Ice Warriors  are  attempting  to  thaw  out  their 
 hibernating  army  and  take  over  Mars. 
 The narrative  focuses  on  the  Doctor's  efforts 
 to  prevent  the  Ice Warriors'  plan  and  ensure  peace  on  Mars. 
  
 Review (Based on Summary): 
  
     Classic Martian Threat: This serial features the Ice Warriors, 
  a classic Doctor Who monster encounter. Fans of these reptilian 
  villains might enjoy seeing them in action. 
   
     Historical Setting (of Sorts): The story takes place on Mars 
  millions of years in the past, offering a unique historical 
  backdrop (although technically prehistoric). 
   
     Limited Character Development (Based on Summary): The summary 
  doesn't give much detail about the development of the Doctor, 
  Jamie, or Victoria in this serial. 
  
 Possible Weaknesses (Considering Limited Information): 
  
     Classic Who's Production Values: Special effects in classic 
  Doctor Who were limited by the era's technology. 
  The depiction of Mars and the Ice Warriors might 
  not be as realistic by modern standards. 
   
     Slow Pacing: Classic Doctor Who sometimes featured 
  a slower narrative pace compared to modern iterations. 
  
 Overall Thoughts (Limited Scope): 
  
 "The Ice Warriors"  presents  a  classic  monster  with 
 the  Ice Warriors  in  a  unique  prehistoric  Martian  setting. 
 This  could  be  appealing  for  fans  of  these  reptilian 
 villains.  However,  the  potential  for  dated  special effects 
   and  slower  pacing  could  be  drawbacks. 
  
 Would I Recommend Watching It? 
  
     For Fans of Classic Doctor Who: 6/10 
  (Likely worth watching if you enjoy the Second Doctor era 
  and classic monsters. The prehistoric Martian setting adds 
  a distinctive element) 
   
     For Fans of Modern Doctor Who: 4/10 (The concept of a Martian race 
  and the Ice Warriors themselves might hold some interest, 
  but the potential for dated effects and slower pace could 
  be less appealing) 
  
 Here are some additional points to consider that might help you decide: 
  
     If possible, try to find reviews that mention the special effects 
  used for the Ice Warriors and the depiction of Mars. This can help 
  you gauge how they might hold up today. 
   
     Classic Doctor Who had a different style than the modern series. 
  If you're new to classic Who, consider watching other stories 
  featuring the Second Doctor to get a feel for the era's 
  aesthetics and storytelling before diving into "The Ice Warriors". 
  
 I hope this helps!  While  "The Ice Warriors"  has  elements  that  could 
  appeal  to  classic  Doctor Who  fans,  the  potential  for  dated 
  production  values  is a consideration. 
  
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