• askryan@startrek.website
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    4 months ago

    I’m not sure I can think of another modern companion that would have carried that episode that well, especially as their first week of work. Donna’s the most complete companion for me, but she’s a very different vibe. Billie Piper’s also really good when she’s given the chance but I don’t know that Doctor Who ever gave her that much chance. Clara by the end but it took a few series I think.

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      4 months ago

      Donna had the most similar story in “Turn Left”, but it did have a very different vibe.

      Ruby’s youth made a big difference, and I was amused to learn she received coaching on how to act like a 40-year-old.