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  Msg # 1554 of 1759 on ZZCA4349, Monday 7-14-24, 8:11  
  From: THE DOCTOR  
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  Subj: Google Gemini reviews Doctor Who - The K  
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 From: doctor@doctor.nl2k.ab.ca 
  
 Doctor Who: The Krotons - A Second Doctor Adventure 
 with Reptilian Humanoids 
  
 Based on the information from the website 
 [invalid URL doctor who the krotons ON Chakoteya.net], 
 here's a review of all four parts of Doctor Who: The Krotons: 
  
 Story 
  
 The Doctor (Second Doctor) and companions 
 Jamie and Zoe arrive on Draconia, 
 a  planet  caught  in  a  cold  war  between  humans 
 and  the  reptilian  humanoid  race  called  the  Krotons. 
  The  Krotons  possess  a  powerful  device  called 
  the  Mara  that  can  control  minds  and  emotions. 
  The Doctor  must  unravel  the  deception 
  and  find  a  way  to  stop  the  Krotons 
  from  using  the  Mara  for  galactic  domination. 
  
 Review (Based on Summary): 
  
     Unique Villains: The Krotons offer a different kind of threat 
  compared to Daleks or Cybermen. This could be interesting 
  for fans who want variety in their villains. 
   
     Political Intrigue: The story explores themes of cold war 
  paranoia and political manipulation, adding complexity to the narrative. 
   
     Limited Character Development (Based on Summary): The summary 
  doesn't give much detail about the development of the Doctor, 
  Jamie, or Zoe 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 the Krotons and the Mara 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 Krotons"  presents  unique  reptilian  villains 
 in  the  Krotons  and  their  mind-controlling  device, 
 the  Mara.  The  political  intrigue  adds  another 
 layer  to  the  narrative.  However,  the  potential 
  for  dated  production  values  and  slower  pacing 
  are  considerations. 
  
 Would I Recommend Watching It? 
  
     For Fans of Classic Doctor Who: 6/10 
  (Recommended for fans of the Second Doctor era who 
  enjoy intrigue and unique monsters. Be prepared for 
  the limitations of classic Who's production) 
   
     For Fans of Modern Doctor Who: 4/10 (The concepts 
  of the Krotons and the Mara might hold some interest, 
  but the potential for dated effects and slower pace 
  could be significant disadvantages) 
  
 Here are some additional points to consider that might help you decide: 
  
     If possible, try to find reviews that discuss the visual 
  representation of the Krotons and the Mara. This can help 
  you gauge how appealing it might be for you. 
   
     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 Krotons". 
  
 I hope this helps!  While "The Krotons"  has  interesting  elements, 
 the  production  limitations  of  classic  Doctor Who  might 
 be  a  factor  to  consider,  especially  for  newer  viewers. 
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