No second episode slump here. Developments continue to progress at a rapid and interesting pace as we start to get an understanding of who the sea creatures are and what their intent is with the human ships they have been causing to disappear. We learn (in case you're not already aware) that the Sea Devils are the ancestral cousins of the Silurians, a species the Doctor has previously encountered in the caves under the Wenley More power station in "Doctor Who and the Silurians". Upon realization of the fact, the Doctor immediately tries to make contact with the first Sea Devil he meets however its hostile intent makes a peaceful offering impossible. The Doctor quickly proves his aptitude with technology as he is able to rig the door with an electronic shock that scares off his attacker. The Doctor then proceeds to transform a radio receiver into a transmitter. In this scene we see how the Doctor and Jo's relationship is different to that of Liz Shaw. The Doctor handles the technical side while Jo cares for the man who has gone crazed at the sight of the Sea Devils. Liz would be at the Doctor's side handing him his tools while at least Jo gets to show her caring and nurturing side.
Meanwhile back at the prison Trenchard and the Master are planning a raid on the stores of the naval base for scientific equipment for a at present unforeseen purpose. Trenchard delays Captain Hart while the Master proceeds with the theft. We're still unsure of Trenchard's intentions but he does not seem to be an evil man. He lovingly takes Jo's hand when he is delighted to see her again. He also appears hurt when he goes to leave and she refuses his hand. These small touches of the character prevent the audience from downright hating Trenchard despite his collusion with the Master. In comparison to how Trenchard could be have been persuaded to help the Master, Captain Hart is finding it difficult to believe the Doctor's story of sea monsters roaming around the sea fort. Note how the Doctor usually always commands people's cooperation with little evidence as to what he is saying is true. He wins them over with his air of authority and charm and as the Master is a flip side to the same coin, he also possesses this power of persuasion and it's very plausible that he has tricked Trenchard into helping his plans.
The duel between the Doctor and the Master is nice action set piece and works well due to the friendliness in real life between Pertwee and Delgado that translates into the screen as a mutual respect between the two Time Lords. Pertwee is adept at both the action requirements of his role as well as the humor attested by when he takes a break from the swordplay to steal a bite of the Master's sandwich. The Doctor is playful throughout the fight and is enjoying himself immensely which is probably why after he disarms the Master he allows him to take back his blade so they can go again. Of course the Doctor soundly defeats the Master but turns his back at an inopportune moment!
Favorite moment: There is a hilarious bit right after the Doctor has succeeded in contacting a rescue team following the conversion of the radio. Being boastful about how it worked he pats himself on the back and congratulates himself that it is a remarkable piece of work before it sparks due a blown circuit. The comical reaction of Pertwee is hysterical in that even though the Doctor is an expert at a great many things, he is still capable of making mistakes and humorous ones at that.
Meanwhile back at the prison Trenchard and the Master are planning a raid on the stores of the naval base for scientific equipment for a at present unforeseen purpose. Trenchard delays Captain Hart while the Master proceeds with the theft. We're still unsure of Trenchard's intentions but he does not seem to be an evil man. He lovingly takes Jo's hand when he is delighted to see her again. He also appears hurt when he goes to leave and she refuses his hand. These small touches of the character prevent the audience from downright hating Trenchard despite his collusion with the Master. In comparison to how Trenchard could be have been persuaded to help the Master, Captain Hart is finding it difficult to believe the Doctor's story of sea monsters roaming around the sea fort. Note how the Doctor usually always commands people's cooperation with little evidence as to what he is saying is true. He wins them over with his air of authority and charm and as the Master is a flip side to the same coin, he also possesses this power of persuasion and it's very plausible that he has tricked Trenchard into helping his plans.
The duel between the Doctor and the Master is nice action set piece and works well due to the friendliness in real life between Pertwee and Delgado that translates into the screen as a mutual respect between the two Time Lords. Pertwee is adept at both the action requirements of his role as well as the humor attested by when he takes a break from the swordplay to steal a bite of the Master's sandwich. The Doctor is playful throughout the fight and is enjoying himself immensely which is probably why after he disarms the Master he allows him to take back his blade so they can go again. Of course the Doctor soundly defeats the Master but turns his back at an inopportune moment!
Favorite moment: There is a hilarious bit right after the Doctor has succeeded in contacting a rescue team following the conversion of the radio. Being boastful about how it worked he pats himself on the back and congratulates himself that it is a remarkable piece of work before it sparks due a blown circuit. The comical reaction of Pertwee is hysterical in that even though the Doctor is an expert at a great many things, he is still capable of making mistakes and humorous ones at that.
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