The episode that is one of the weakest in siries 3, but does have some interesting ideas at play here, like the Sun. And the puzzles in order to unlock one of the rooms. And the writer of "42" Chris Chibnall, which many consider his era pitiful. Lots to digest here also with the concept of the episode, and the issues with Chris Chibnalls run you can see here, Heck! You even have whovians bringing in a checklist of all his flaws, but let's not get carried away. "42" is the weakest link of siries 3, that's if, "The Lazarus Experiment" didn't exist. And in this case, that's not a bad thing as I consider siries 3 a very strong siries as a whole. And one of the best in the show.
Martha's dynamic with her mother is brilliantly emotional in this episode, and the Jones' family are really well-written in this siries. They have lots of depth and character development throughout siries 3, which further routes us to Martha's character. And her dynamic with her mum in this episode is certainly heartbreaking and very powerful. As she might die, due to the heat of the sun. Which leades to the Doctor having to make a decision. And even questioning himself, which Is great writing.
The Doctor is put to the test in this episode. As he has to not only save Martha but the crew members of the space ship. As some form of creature has entered the ship, and is using another lifeform in order to go around, in this case a human. And he's always within the perimeter of another crew member, sort of reminding me of Episodes like "Satin Pit" before, and "Cold War" after. Cold War having the Ice warrior within the perimeter of another person. And in close contact. In "42" we see his wife trying to help him, and him eventually saying "It's your FAULT" which lacks a punch, and any emotional attachment we may of had with these characters. Which leads me to my next point.
The thing that holds an episode, is the supporting cast. Unfortunately here, they are far from being great as they are so underdeveloped you don't have time to route for them. Which is a major issue in the Chibnall era. And was done better in the "Satin Pit" with the supporting cast. Which, adds to my next question, should their of been a different writer. Like Toby Whitehouse, you know the one who made the Flood two parter, or "Nightmear in Silver and "A Town called Mercy" both in siries 7, and one of the better ones in Siries 6. Because "42" highlights some of the issues regarding chibnalls era as a whole *Cough cough* the rewrite of history with, "Timeless Children".
And this episode isn't particularly memorable, as a whole it is one of the weakest in Siries 3. Even, if that's not a bad thing, it certainly isn't a good thing either. I would rate this episode a solid 6/10
Would I recommend this Episode?
Not if your a new fan wanting to be introduced to the show, go and watch "Blink" or the intensity of the show, with "Waters of Mars" or the saddest episode to date, "Heaven Sent". Don't say I didn't warn you...
Martha's dynamic with her mother is brilliantly emotional in this episode, and the Jones' family are really well-written in this siries. They have lots of depth and character development throughout siries 3, which further routes us to Martha's character. And her dynamic with her mum in this episode is certainly heartbreaking and very powerful. As she might die, due to the heat of the sun. Which leades to the Doctor having to make a decision. And even questioning himself, which Is great writing.
The Doctor is put to the test in this episode. As he has to not only save Martha but the crew members of the space ship. As some form of creature has entered the ship, and is using another lifeform in order to go around, in this case a human. And he's always within the perimeter of another crew member, sort of reminding me of Episodes like "Satin Pit" before, and "Cold War" after. Cold War having the Ice warrior within the perimeter of another person. And in close contact. In "42" we see his wife trying to help him, and him eventually saying "It's your FAULT" which lacks a punch, and any emotional attachment we may of had with these characters. Which leads me to my next point.
The thing that holds an episode, is the supporting cast. Unfortunately here, they are far from being great as they are so underdeveloped you don't have time to route for them. Which is a major issue in the Chibnall era. And was done better in the "Satin Pit" with the supporting cast. Which, adds to my next question, should their of been a different writer. Like Toby Whitehouse, you know the one who made the Flood two parter, or "Nightmear in Silver and "A Town called Mercy" both in siries 7, and one of the better ones in Siries 6. Because "42" highlights some of the issues regarding chibnalls era as a whole *Cough cough* the rewrite of history with, "Timeless Children".
And this episode isn't particularly memorable, as a whole it is one of the weakest in Siries 3. Even, if that's not a bad thing, it certainly isn't a good thing either. I would rate this episode a solid 6/10
Would I recommend this Episode?
Not if your a new fan wanting to be introduced to the show, go and watch "Blink" or the intensity of the show, with "Waters of Mars" or the saddest episode to date, "Heaven Sent". Don't say I didn't warn you...