With Rory, you have to remember that out of all professions, he chose to be a nurse. At his soul, he is both compassionate and tough. If he sees someone in need, like Jennifer, he's softer with them.
Yes!! I definitely agree now. I watched this two-parter before it was uploaded to RUclips/Patreon so have now realised Rory's point of view thanks to the comments 💜
One of the most jaw dropping cliffhangers ever. This was the first series which was aired in 2 parts. Episode 7 was the last episode in the spring and we had to wait until the autumn for the remaining eps.
The Doctor repeating lines from his previous regenerations was quite cool at the beginning. "One day we will get back yes one day" Said by the first Doctor when referring to when him and his granddaughter may return to Gallifrey 0.32 "I've reversed the polarity of the neutron flow" A line often said by the 3rd doctor 0:37 "Would you like a Jelly baby?" A line often used by the 4th doctor as he was always offering them. For this line they used a voice line from Tom baker 0:40 "I'm the Doctor" line from the 10th doctor when bragging about kissing madame de pompadour. They also use a voice line from David Tennant. Its followed by the Doctor saying 0.42 "No let it go we've moved on" which is supposed to be making fun of the 10th Doctor's final lines of "I don't wanna go" Also john smith is an alias he uses when he doesn't want to be called the Doctor like when he was the teacher Mr Smith in "School reunion" or when he was pretending to be human in "Human nature/Family of blood" This is the first time the 11th doctor has called himself John Smith.
Don’t forget Rory spent 2000 years as a plastic person looking after a box wondering wether or not he was real, I hope this explains his character motivations in this episode in regards to the Flesh
John Smith was a name given him by the 2nd doctor’s companion, Jamie McCrimmon. Jamie had to think quick and told people his name was John Smith. The doctor used it ever after, except the tenth doctor in “Tooth and Claw” who used the name “Doctor James McCrimmon” I really loved this two parter because it took a very deep moral look at things. The humans could discard “the flesh” because they didn’t consider them persons, but then slowly you find they are persons, some good, some bad. They didn’t ask to be made, but they were. Remember the cat nuns called the people they experimented on “flesh” because that way they didn’t have to regard them as persons. And the ending…wow. This episode really is troubling but for good reason makes you think.
I have been patiently waiting for the next episode, as it blew my mind. I consider the episode "A Good Man Goes to War" my second favorite Dr. Who episode, with the episode "Blink" just pipping it to top spot. The look on your face when The Doctor melted Amy was amazing😯 I wonder what it will take to make you so shocked again 🤔
She's been pregnant ever since she said she was. Must've been 'napped between the first two episodes of the season. It's impressive that they were able to maintain the signal to the flesh, even in the time vortex... probably shouldn't be possible.
I freaking love how the Doctor just has a good talk with himself, there is no fighting, no issues just 'let's have some fun and save the day while we do so'. Also little neat fact, Amy's been wearing the same plaid shirt every episode since the start of p2 of the impossible astronoght basically when they were on the run sometime during that she was taken off screen. Even when she puts on the pirate outfit you can in some scenes see her plaid shirt. Next weeks episode is going to be the best. No joke to this day I love the next episode (unless it's not posted next week because Christmas) I will wait however long it takes though if so.
Such an amazing episode. I couldn't wait for your reaction to the end of this episode! I loved the Flesh-Doctor and the real Doctor. It was so well done with trying to keep track on which was which.
11 goes FULL 2nd/7th Doctor in this two-parter with his incredibly manipulative tactics. He tricks every single person in the room. The Doctor that screamed in Amy's face was the *real* one because he was purposefully manipulating her into believing he was the ganger so that he could continue carrying out his plan.
Just about to start a two week shift in Accident and Emergency in an East London hospital. My choice as it gives colleagues with family more much needed time with them. But no more RUclips/Jules reactions reactions until the 2nd January! I am so pleased I found this reaction stream. Jules reaction posts are heart-warming, and really lift one up after a tough day. And those that post here are always friendly and positive.. Happy Christmas to all those that celebrate this time of year as a religious festival, and happy holiday to those that don't. Please have a designated drive or use a taxi over the holiday. Best wishes all for 2025.
One other thing. Flesh Amy had real Amy’s consciousness. Amy was”wearing a ganger” like the aside mining crew was in the opening. So Amy perceived everything that was happening to flesh Amy. It was her speaking through the flesh avatar. Real Amy will remember everything that happened to flesh Amy. In the earlier episode the flesh became independent due to the solar storm. Rewatch the episodes and it will make more sense.
This episode was definitely creepier than the last. And left on such a cliff-hanger! Although, I felt so bad for the real Jennifer, and all those discarded flesh bodies in that pile! Definitely a memorable episode, that's for sure. Also, the wall of flesh eyes be like : 👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁
WHAT AN ENDING! I obviously had no idea and I LOVE IT 😱 This is a brilliant series, full of surprises, brilliant writing and incredible acting. It's a privilege to watch!
this episode was fun but the reveal is so good the whole 2 parter I think 11 is telling Amy to breath its a weird recurring thing that doesn't make a lot of sense and then he whispers that last line to her before she leaves and then the reveal lands and it all makes sense. I also appreciate the "given what we've learned ill try to be as humane as possible" given he knows the flesh is alive and doesn't want to cause it unnecessary pain.
See what I mean about classic sci-fi dilemmas? What makes a human? It's a very simple answer in the physical sense, but when you get into the psychological, philosophical, and emotional spheres, that's when it gets a bit more complex. And, the best part is, questions like this will come around several more times. And they're always a highlight.
I remember my first time watching this! Vividly! I was not expecting AT ALL for Amy to be FLESH!!! Our Amy!! I saw later on reddit that people were theorizing about it, so I'm happy I wasn't there at the time hehe Honestly one of the best plot twists ever.
Now that's a heck of a twist ending! But why kidnap a pregnant Amy? What could they want with her or her child? I also love the reveal that the two Doctors switched shoes. It reinforces the idea that The Gangers are just as capable and worthy of being people as humans are (though of course they're also just as capable of being monsters as humans can be), and shows how foolish it is to be prejudiced. Amy was so certain in her belief that The Ganger Doctor was somehow different or inferior to the real one that she treated The original Doctor poorly! And when she learned the truth she understands that The Ganger Doctor is no less heroic and wonderful than her friend.
Amy became pregnant in the TARDIS on her honeymoon, shortly after the end of Series 5 (The Big Bang), and we first see the mysterious lady with the eye patch in the second episode of Series 6 (The Day of the Moon). So whatever happened to her must have happened sometime between the two-maybe during her honeymoon or soon after it. I don’t think anyone knows exactly when.
18:15 I NEEEED this unpublished piece of music! I've loved it ever since series 4, Midnight. It's been used sparingly throughout the series but never fully officially released as far as I know and that's a damn shame because it's so moody... 🤤
At the beginning when the Doctor, or Doctor Ganger is struggling when it says "I am the Doctor" it is the voice of David Tennent's 10th Doctor, when he mentions jelly babies it's in the voice of Tom Baker's 4th Doctor
I think real Amy must have been taken back when they encountered Silence. Amy was kidnapped by them if you remember, so maybe they didn't actually find her, but the flesh.
The Doctor kind of has to accept the gangers as real people. If you think about it, each new regeneration changes the Doctor's personality, so each time he regenerates, he has even less in common with who he used to be than the gangers do with their original human.
This and the last episodes, not my favorites, but still interesting. The next couple of episodes are some of my favorites with Smith and I'm excited to see your response Jules.
So many twists in this second part and honestly when i first watched this episode it kinda blew my mind lol. My mouth was wide open by the end. Fantastic 2 parter and this is one of the few episodes where the second part i think is better than the first part The best twist is that the doctor amy trusted was the flesh and the one she didnt trust was real. I think thats a good twist too. Also the choice rory had to choose between two jennifers was cool too since they were both gangers. I think the biggest twist for me when they essentially say Amy was taken at some point and its why the tardis couldnt see if she was pregnant or not
I'm ready for today's episode of the Doctor and yeah this has been a very interesting episode with the humans and the gangers kind of confusing and funny at the same time but I'm really enjoying it, great performances from the cast and i wish you a beautiful Merry Christmas Juliette.🎄🇦🇺☃️
This is another great example of which episodes not to show to your friends if they can't tolerate horrible cgi. 😅 BUT, I have to defend it in the writing and especially in the acting department. I never forgot about these performances. The acting really makes these episodes work (not talking about the little boy though at the end. 😅🙈 he works better in the German dub). The main girl always kinda reminded me of Zooey Deschanel. I'm currently watching 500 Days Of Summer for the first time....😔🤦♂️ But I most preferred her in her role in the Jim Carrey comedy "Yes Man".
I'm honestly not sure if I should post next week or not! When I release the videos, it's 6am Thursday but it's Christmas evening for most other people. I'm not sure what to do....
the whole premise of the two parter is what makes you the “real” you and i feel like the answer the episode was supposed to be that your experiences and memories make you who you are and that the gangers were also the real people. but then right at the end the doctor reduces flesh amy to goo. what did this two parter actually have to say after that scene at the end? why humanise the gangers to the extent they. did if ganger amy doesn’t matter. when i originally watched this i though the two episodes had so much going for them philosophically speaking and the it just fumbles the theme right at the end for me.
I don't agree. I think his reasoning was that breaking the link was important in order to keep Amy aware and able to be located and unfortunately that led to death.
With Rory, you have to remember that out of all professions, he chose to be a nurse. At his soul, he is both compassionate and tough. If he sees someone in need, like Jennifer, he's softer with them.
Yep at one point he wasnt "really " a human
Yes. It made perfect sense to me that Rory would try to help Jennifer because she seemed weak and in need of help. Rory is awesome
Yes!! I definitely agree now. I watched this two-parter before it was uploaded to RUclips/Patreon so have now realised Rory's point of view thanks to the comments 💜
One of the most jaw dropping cliffhangers ever. This was the first series which was aired in 2 parts. Episode 7 was the last episode in the spring and we had to wait until the autumn for the remaining eps.
I absolutely love the line " I am and always will be the optimist, the hoper of far flung hopes and the dreamer of improbable dreams."
🥰🥰
The Doctor repeating lines from his previous regenerations was quite cool at the beginning.
"One day we will get back yes one day" Said by the first Doctor when referring to when him and his granddaughter may return to Gallifrey
0.32 "I've reversed the polarity of the neutron flow" A line often said by the 3rd doctor
0:37 "Would you like a Jelly baby?" A line often used by the 4th doctor as he was always offering them. For this line they used a voice line from Tom baker
0:40 "I'm the Doctor" line from the 10th doctor when bragging about kissing madame de pompadour. They also use a voice line from David Tennant.
Its followed by the Doctor saying 0.42 "No let it go we've moved on" which is supposed to be making fun of the 10th Doctor's final lines of "I don't wanna go"
Also john smith is an alias he uses when he doesn't want to be called the Doctor like when he was the teacher Mr Smith in "School reunion" or when he was pretending to be human in "Human nature/Family of blood"
This is the first time the 11th doctor has called himself John Smith.
Ahh I didn't know some of these, thank you!!
The 3rd doctor called himself John Smith a lot because he didn't like the character being anonymous.
I think Rory had a connection with Jennifer because of his struggle between being plastic or being Rory. He understood her and wanted to help her.
Your face when Amy melted 😮
Now that's what you call surprised 🤣
I **never** ever even contemplated that! What a twist!!!
I wait all week for these eps to come out . I've seen the entire series many times but really enjoying these reaction videos
Glad you enjoy the videos! Thank you so much 💜
P.S. "Reverse the polarity of the neutron flow" is a classic Third Doctor line.
Ooooooh... here we go here we go here we go here we go here we goooooooo!
Don’t forget Rory spent 2000 years as a plastic person looking after a box wondering wether or not he was real, I hope this explains his character motivations in this episode in regards to the Flesh
John Smith was a name given him by the 2nd doctor’s companion, Jamie McCrimmon. Jamie had to think quick and told people his name was John Smith. The doctor used it ever after, except the tenth doctor in “Tooth and Claw” who used the name “Doctor James McCrimmon”
I really loved this two parter because it took a very deep moral look at things. The humans could discard “the flesh” because they didn’t consider them persons, but then slowly you find they are persons, some good, some bad. They didn’t ask to be made, but they were. Remember the cat nuns called the people they experimented on “flesh” because that way they didn’t have to regard them as persons. And the ending…wow. This episode really is troubling but for good reason makes you think.
I have been patiently waiting for the next episode, as it blew my mind.
I consider the episode "A Good Man Goes to War" my second favorite Dr. Who episode, with the episode "Blink" just pipping it to top spot.
The look on your face when The Doctor melted Amy was amazing😯 I wonder what it will take to make you so shocked again 🤔
I really like when the ganger says the 4th Doctors line "want a jelly baby?"
Maybe Rory's memory of being a duplicate subconsciously picked up on the fact that Amy was a duplicate!? Trust the plastic!
I reckon this is it! I didn't pick up on it at first 😊
She's been pregnant ever since she said she was. Must've been 'napped between the first two episodes of the season. It's impressive that they were able to maintain the signal to the flesh, even in the time vortex... probably shouldn't be possible.
Was the first time Amy saw the woman on the door when they saw the Silence and the monsters that make u forget
I freaking love how the Doctor just has a good talk with himself, there is no fighting, no issues just 'let's have some fun and save the day while we do so'.
Also little neat fact, Amy's been wearing the same plaid shirt every episode since the start of p2 of the impossible astronoght basically when they were on the run sometime during that she was taken off screen.
Even when she puts on the pirate outfit you can in some scenes see her plaid shirt.
Next weeks episode is going to be the best.
No joke to this day I love the next episode (unless it's not posted next week because Christmas) I will wait however long it takes though if so.
Such an amazing episode. I couldn't wait for your reaction to the end of this episode!
I loved the Flesh-Doctor and the real Doctor. It was so well done with trying to keep track on which was which.
11 goes FULL 2nd/7th Doctor in this two-parter with his incredibly manipulative tactics. He tricks every single person in the room. The Doctor that screamed in Amy's face was the *real* one because he was purposefully manipulating her into believing he was the ganger so that he could continue carrying out his plan.
Just about to start a two week shift in Accident and Emergency in an East London hospital. My choice as it gives colleagues with family more much needed time with them. But no more RUclips/Jules reactions reactions until the 2nd January!
I am so pleased I found this reaction stream. Jules reaction posts are heart-warming, and really lift one up after a tough day. And those that post here are always friendly and positive..
Happy Christmas to all those that celebrate this time of year as a religious festival, and happy holiday to those that don't.
Please have a designated drive or use a taxi over the holiday. Best wishes all for 2025.
One other thing. Flesh Amy had real Amy’s consciousness. Amy was”wearing a ganger” like the aside mining crew was in the opening. So Amy perceived everything that was happening to flesh Amy. It was her speaking through the flesh avatar. Real Amy will remember everything that happened to flesh Amy. In the earlier episode the flesh became independent due to the solar storm. Rewatch the episodes and it will make more sense.
This episode was definitely creepier than the last. And left on such a cliff-hanger! Although, I felt so bad for the real Jennifer, and all those discarded flesh bodies in that pile! Definitely a memorable episode, that's for sure.
Also, the wall of flesh eyes be like :
👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁👁
WHAT AN ENDING! I obviously had no idea and I LOVE IT 😱 This is a brilliant series, full of surprises, brilliant writing and incredible acting. It's a privilege to watch!
I really thought Jules was going to burst into song with " How Long Has This Been Going On?! " 🤣
I try not to sing too often as I don't want to upset anyone 🤣🤣
this episode was fun but the reveal is so good the whole 2 parter I think 11 is telling Amy to breath its a weird recurring thing that doesn't make a lot of sense and then he whispers that last line to her before she leaves and then the reveal lands and it all makes sense. I also appreciate the "given what we've learned ill try to be as humane as possible" given he knows the flesh is alive and doesn't want to cause it unnecessary pain.
See what I mean about classic sci-fi dilemmas? What makes a human? It's a very simple answer in the physical sense, but when you get into the psychological, philosophical, and emotional spheres, that's when it gets a bit more complex. And, the best part is, questions like this will come around several more times. And they're always a highlight.
I remember freaking out at the end of this episode first time around and your face at the end said it all! :)
I remember my first time watching this! Vividly! I was not expecting AT ALL for Amy to be FLESH!!! Our Amy!! I saw later on reddit that people were theorizing about it, so I'm happy I wasn't there at the time hehe
Honestly one of the best plot twists ever.
Doctor Who is your strongest show reaction on the channel in my opinion! Keep at it Jules!
I am constantly surprised by how many people continue to watch it each week! Everyone is so wonderful 💜
Now that's a heck of a twist ending! But why kidnap a pregnant Amy? What could they want with her or her child?
I also love the reveal that the two Doctors switched shoes. It reinforces the idea that The Gangers are just as capable and worthy of being people as humans are (though of course they're also just as capable of being monsters as humans can be), and shows how foolish it is to be prejudiced.
Amy was so certain in her belief that The Ganger Doctor was somehow different or inferior to the real one that she treated The original Doctor poorly! And when she learned the truth she understands that The Ganger Doctor is no less heroic and wonderful than her friend.
Amy became pregnant in the TARDIS on her honeymoon, shortly after the end of Series 5 (The Big Bang), and we first see the mysterious lady with the eye patch in the second episode of Series 6 (The Day of the Moon). So whatever happened to her must have happened sometime between the two-maybe during her honeymoon or soon after it. I don’t think anyone knows exactly when.
18:15 I NEEEED this unpublished piece of music! I've loved it ever since series 4, Midnight. It's been used sparingly throughout the series but never fully officially released as far as I know and that's a damn shame because it's so moody... 🤤
At the beginning when the Doctor, or Doctor Ganger is struggling when it says "I am the Doctor" it is the voice of David Tennent's 10th Doctor, when he mentions jelly babies it's in the voice of Tom Baker's 4th Doctor
Absolutely incredible detail!
Just to say that the following episode, 'A Good Man Goes to War' is one of my fave DW episodes ever and I can't wait to see your reaction to it... 😉
Next week cannot COME FAST ENOUGH!! This is the best season and I'll keep saying it until the end.
I think real Amy must have been taken back when they encountered Silence. Amy was kidnapped by them if you remember, so maybe they didn't actually find her, but the flesh.
The reason the doctor attacked her was to be believed as the flesh version, i don't think he was treating Amy as lesser
The Doctor kind of has to accept the gangers as real people. If you think about it, each new regeneration changes the Doctor's personality, so each time he regenerates, he has even less in common with who he used to be than the gangers do with their original human.
15:41 YEP. LMAO there's the nightmare fuel I remember so... so fondly. This is a great two partner, but GOD it's scary.
I've always wanted a clone but now I'm not so sure 🤣
Awesome video as always dudeT cannot wait for the next one!
This and the last episodes, not my favorites, but still interesting.
The next couple of episodes are some of my favorites with Smith and I'm excited to see your response Jules.
I have adored series 6! I cannot believe how quickly Matt has won my heart 😅
So many twists in this second part and honestly when i first watched this episode it kinda blew my mind lol. My mouth was wide open by the end. Fantastic 2 parter and this is one of the few episodes where the second part i think is better than the first part
The best twist is that the doctor amy trusted was the flesh and the one she didnt trust was real. I think thats a good twist too. Also the choice rory had to choose between two jennifers was cool too since they were both gangers. I think the biggest twist for me when they essentially say Amy was taken at some point and its why the tardis couldnt see if she was pregnant or not
John Smith has always been his alias
Since the second Doctor
Yes, I remember the 10th Doctor using it, too!
I'm ready for today's episode of the Doctor and yeah this has been a
very interesting episode with the humans and the gangers kind of
confusing and funny at the same time but I'm really enjoying it,
great performances from the cast and i wish you a beautiful
Merry Christmas Juliette.🎄🇦🇺☃️
Roger, thank you!! It definitely is a bit confusing, I wouldn't know what to do in that situation... ☹️ enjoy the next few days before Christmas ✨
Thank You Juliette😊🎆
This is another great example of which episodes not to show to your friends if they can't tolerate horrible cgi. 😅
BUT, I have to defend it in the writing and especially in the acting department. I never forgot about these performances. The acting really makes these episodes work (not talking about the little boy though at the end. 😅🙈 he works better in the German dub). The main girl always kinda reminded me of Zooey Deschanel. I'm currently watching 500 Days Of Summer for the first time....😔🤦♂️
But I most preferred her in her role in the Jim Carrey comedy "Yes Man".
You think this was carefully crafted? Just wait
A thing I have been thinking for a while is: when did they take Amy?
I look forward to your next reaction to my favourite Matt Smith episode.
Considering you post at about 8pm on a Wednesday, UK time, maybe that might be a Christmas pressie from you to me next week.
I'm honestly not sure if I should post next week or not! When I release the videos, it's 6am Thursday but it's Christmas evening for most other people. I'm not sure what to do....
@@julesreacts Go on we'll get double Doctor Who on Christmas Day
😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
That's just a (?????), it.doesn't matter is not how the Doctor thinks
the whole premise of the two parter is what makes you the “real” you and i feel like the answer the episode was supposed to be that your experiences and memories make you who you are and that the gangers were also the real people.
but then right at the end the doctor reduces flesh amy to goo. what did this two parter actually have to say after that scene at the end? why humanise the gangers to the extent they. did if ganger amy doesn’t matter. when i originally watched this i though the two episodes had so much going for them philosophically speaking and the it just fumbles the theme right at the end for me.
I don't agree. I think his reasoning was that breaking the link was important in order to keep Amy aware and able to be located and unfortunately that led to death.