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 "The Girl Who Died" is the first part of a two-part story in Doctor Who 
 Series 9, and it introduces a new character who becomes significant 
 to the Doctor's story. Here's a review: 
  
 **Strengths:** 
  
 *   **Viking Setting:** The Viking setting is a fun and unique backdrop for 
 a 
 Doctor Who story, offering a change of pace from more typical settings. 
  
 *   **Maisie Williams as Ashildr:** Maisie Williams delivers a strong 
 performance as Ashildr, a young Viking girl who plays a pivotal 
 role in the story. 
  
 *   **Humorous Tone:** The episode has a lighthearted and humourous tone, 
 with some comedic moments that work well. 
  
 *   **Exploration of the Doctor's Compassion:** The episode explores 
 the Doctor's compassion and his tendency to intervene in events, 
 even when he knows it might have unintended consequences. 
  
 **Possible Weaknesses:** 
  
 *   **Simple Plot:** The plot itself is fairly straightforward, 
 focusing on the Vikings defending their village from alien invaders. 
  
 *   **Horned Helmets:** The use of horned helmets for the Vikings 
 is a historical inaccuracy that might bother some viewers. 
  
 *   **Setup for Part Two:** Like many part one stories, it primarily 
 serves as setup for the conclusion in the following episode. 
  
 **Overall Impression:** 
  
 *   **Fun and Engaging:** "The Girl Who Died" is a fun and engaging episode 
 that effectively introduces Ashildr and sets the stage 
 for the second part of the story. 
  
 *   **Not a Standalone Classic:** While enjoyable, it's not necessarily 
 considered a standalone classic Doctor Who story, as its primary purpose is 
 to 
 set up the next episode. 
  
 **Rating:** 
  
 Considering the fun setting, strong performance from Maisie Williams, and 
 some 
 simple plot elements, I'd rate Doctor Who - The Girl Who Died a **7.5/10**. 
 It's an enjoyable episode that effectively 
 sets up the second part of the story. 
  
 **Breakdown for viewers:** 
  
 *   **For fans who enjoy historical settings, humorous stories, 
 and the introduction of new characters:** 8/10 or even 8.5/10 
  
 *   **For fans who prefer complex plots and strong standalone stories:** 
 7/10 
  
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