Doctor Who: Power of the Daleks Reimagined
Doctor Who: Power of the Daleks Reimagined

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Doctor Who: Power of the Daleks Reimagined

2012
Movie
52 min
English

On a remote island in the South Atlantic the crew of a British drilling company discover a capsule, buried in rock for millenia. To their astonishment they discover an occupant, which is fully functional but depleted. As the Doctor arrives in his Tardis the chief technician manages to successfully reactivate the occupant with potentially devastating consequences for not just the mining facility but the entire future of the planet. Too engaged in playing out their own personal politics the crew realise their mistake when the Daleks begin to multiply and consolidate a stranglehold on the base. As the exterminations begin the Doctor races against time to stop his deadliest foe gaining a toehold on the planet that they seek to destroy....but the Daleks have learned to fear him no more...

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IMDb7.8/10
Director: Charles NortonGenres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Drama

Plot Summary

This animated reconstruction of the lost 1966 Doctor Who serial, 'The Power of the Daleks,' follows the newly regenerated First Doctor (William Hartnell) and his companions Polly and Ben as they arrive on the planet Vulcan. They discover a space station staffed by mutinous members of the colony, who are experimenting with Dalek technology. The Doctor must prevent the Daleks from being reawakened and regain control of their destiny before they can launch a devastating attack on the galaxy.

Critical Reception

As an animated reconstruction, 'Power of the Daleks' has been primarily received by fans and critics as a valuable addition to the Doctor Who canon, filling a significant gap due to the original's 'lost' status. Its success is measured by its faithfulness to the original script and its ability to bring the story to life visually for a new generation. Critical reception focuses on its historical significance and the quality of the animation in recreating a classic.

What Reviewers Say

  • A faithful and visually engaging reconstruction of a classic lost story.

  • Brings the original script to life with competent animation, satisfying long-time fans.

  • Valuable for its historical significance in preserving a key Doctor Who narrative.

Google audience: Audience reception for this animated reconstruction is overwhelmingly positive, with fans appreciating the effort to bring a 'lost' classic to life. The animation is generally well-received for its ability to capture the feel of the original era while telling a compelling story. Many celebrate its historical importance for the Doctor Who universe.

Awards & Accolades

None notable (primarily appreciated for its restoration and fan appeal)

Fun Fact

The original 'Power of the Daleks' was the first story to feature the Second Doctor, Patrick Troughton, and marked his debut regeneration scene. Due to the BBC's policy at the time of wiping master tapes, the original broadcast has been lost, making this reconstruction a vital piece of Doctor Who history.

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