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 "Nightmare in Silver" is a Neil Gaiman-penned episode that aimed to 
 revitalise 
 the Cybermen, giving them a more menacing and updated feel. Here's a review 
 considering common opinions and my own: 
  
 **What people tend to praise:** 
  
 *   **Revamped Cybermen:** The new Cybermen design, with their increased 
 speed 
 and ability to adapt, was generally well-received. 
 They felt like a genuine threat again. 
  
 *   **Matt Smith's performance:** Smith gives a strong performance, 
 particularly when portraying the Doctor partially cyber-converted, 
 showcasing a chilling duality. 
  
 *   **Fast pace and action:** The episode is action-packed 
 and moves along at a brisk pace, keeping the viewer engaged. 
  
 *   **Concept of Cybermites:** The introduction of the Cybermites, small 
 insect-like creatures that convert organic matter, was a creepy and 
 effective 
 addition to the Cybermen's arsenal. 
  
 **What people tend to criticize:** 
  
 *   **Underdeveloped supporting characters:** The supporting characters, 
 particularly the soldiers and the children, are often considered 
 underdeveloped and somewhat annoying. 
  
 *   **Inconsistent tone:** The episode struggles to balance the horror 
 elements with more lighthearted moments, 
 leading to some tonal inconsistencies. 
  
 *   **Unfulfilled potential:** While the new Cybermen had potential, 
 some feel that the episode didn't fully explore their capabilities 
 or the implications of their new abilities. 
  
 *   **Chess game resolution:** The resolution involving a chess game between 
 the Doctor and the Cyber Planner is seen by some as a bit 
 contrived and underwhelming. 
  
 **My rating and thoughts:** 
  
 I'd give "Nightmare in Silver" a **7/10**. It's an enjoyable episode with 
 some genuinely thrilling moments and a successful revamp of the Cybermen. 
 Matt Smith's performance is a highlight, 
  and the Cybermites are a creepy addition. 
  
  However, the episode is let down by its underdeveloped supporting 
  characters and some tonal inconsistencies. While the chess game resolution 
  is an interesting idea, it doesn't quite land as effectively as it could 
 have. 
  It feels like the episode had a lot of potential that it didn't fully 
 realise. 
  
  Overall, "Nightmare in Silver" is a decent episode that succeeds in making 
  the Cybermen feel threatening again. It's not a perfect episode, but it's 
  an entertaining and action-packed romp that is worth watching 
  for the revamped Cybermen and Smith's performance. 
  
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