Celebrating the Series: Vincent And The Doctor

Every episode in the last series drew praise from many of you. Sometimes it was the humour or the monsters or the dramatic moments that stood out, but no adventure seemed to touch so many people as Vincent and the Doctor, written by Richard Curtis.

Melissa told us, 'Vincent and the Doctor was a particularly meaningful episode for me. The way that Tony Curran portrayed Van Gogh's emotions was just beautiful, so much so, that by the end of the episode I was left in tears. This is one of the most breathtaking episodes of the series.'

Sandra agreed, writing, 'The one moment in this last season that made me cry the most was at the very end of Vincent and the Doctor... It made me cry floods, but it made me happy nonetheless.' AJ called the final scenes, 'Beautifully shot, breathtaking, and heartbreaking. Simply perfect.'

John agreed, 'Vincent and the Doctor has to be the most beautiful episode. The way Van Gogh's emotions and life was played through his character and the illustrations just made me feel so close to all of the group. A masterpiece!' and Stephen, referring to the best moment of the season said, 'Surely no debate - taking Vincent in the TARDIS to see how he would be remembered in years to come. There were many great moments, but nothing like this to bring a lump to the throat.'

Heather got in touch to say, 'I absolutely loved Vincent and The Doctor!!!! Richard Curtis' writing was beautifully done, especially exploring the aspects of Vincent's mental health problems... My favourite bit has to be when Vincent is taken to the art gallery and sees all his amazing work up on show for everyone to see. The music complimented it brilliantly and always has me in tears no matter how many times I watch it.'

But quite aside from the end of the episode, there were plenty of other scenes people enjoyed. 'I loved the 10th episode, Vincent and the Doctor,' Peter wrote, 'particularly when they arrive at the cafe and Amy dances excitedly around pointing at Van Gogh. Also the scene where they visit his house and Amy walks in, wide-eyed at all the masterpieces on show. (And a cracking performance by Bill Nighy by the way).'

Charles enjoyed '...the magical scene where Vincent's view of the world integrates with the Doctor's, when the night sky morphs into Vincent's own 'Starry Night' painting - true magic on screen. We had Prisoner Zero's escape, the rise of the Silurians and the dream village infested with Eknodines, yet an episode which documents the life and times of a lonely, sad painter from Provence and his encounter with that madman with a box really stands out as the best of Series Five.'

The final word today goes to Amie who told us, 'It was an episode that contained all of Doctor Who's key ingredients; a great monster; fun and laughter; high emotions and deep friendship.'

Source - BBC Dr who