I’ve watched this episode more times than I can count, but I never realized that 😳 omfg I can’t believe I missed it haha. Just gives me more reason to rewatch the season
I've been waiting for Paula's reaction to this, and it was perfect! And yes, Alex knew from the beginning. Moffat told her about River's character all the way back at Silence (hint hint) In the Library so Alex could play the character right. And people have edited together River's story in chronological order for her and Alex's acting is perfect for the character growth. She deserved all the awards for this character.
@@JeshuaSquirrel Yeah, there seems to have been mentions of conversation starting about a year before River's debut. Idk how firm anything was at that point, though.
Alex didn’t know from the beginning apparently she was told at the start of series 6. Rivers story does seem like this massively convoluted well thought out story but you’ve got to remember, it’s written backwards and so is easier than it seems. So for example when River mentions the Byzantium in series 4, it’s not because that whole arc has already been planned out, Moffat just has to remember to write a scene including a ship called the Byzantium at some point in the future. A good chunk of her story is very that. Throw out a few crumbs in one episode and just make sure those crumbs become plot points later on
@@obiwankenobi687 True - but you still have to remember what has happened from the Doctor's perspective, what has happened from River's perspective - and make sure neither character accidentally gets it wrong, or that the plot never contradicts anything (unless it can be written off as a lie or misunderstanding). Might not be a convoluted as it seems to the audience, but it's definitely not a trivial thing to write like that either - just the fact that Moffat thought of it as a concept is an incredible display of creative writing in its own right, and deserves credit.
Plus River saying at the beginning that it's birthday. Also, there's a previous scene in the season where River says, "I hope my old man didn't see that; he hates guns," and Rory promptly pops out of the TARDIS.
@@pigs18 Ah! I hadn't twigged on that Rory moment, thanks for that! This is why I love Moffatt's writing, there are so many hidden meanings to discover.
Totally worth it! Back in the Doctor's Wife Edris told Rory "The only water in the forest is the river.” She said we’d need to know that someday. It doesn’t make sense, does it?
This one (and a few more) are really heartbreaking. I said as a joke that Amy was "quite a screamer" too. But jokes appart, she´s very good at giving emotion to those screams.
I'm honestly a little upset you guys cut out the Doctor being actually angry for the first time. Thats honestly my favorite part of the entire episode.
Yeah, there were a few things that I was a bit sad had to get cut. 1) The runaway scene. 2) The Demons Run poem. 3) Lorna's death scene, which is one of my favorite scenes in the episode because it's so tragic that the Doctor has to pretend to know who she is. This episode is just so jam-packed with great scenes that it's practically impossible to include them all in a video like this.
Full length available on Patreon. That does feel like a moment that shouldn't have been cut, but I'm glad they didn't try to butcher chop the final reveal to try to make room. I watch so many reactors that are ruined by the editing; this channel isn't one of them, so I assume there is a reason that scene was cut. It may not have had a strong reaction.
All reactions cut something you think should have been included. For me it is when the doctor is explaining why the baby can’t be a time Lord. “I had to reboot the universe so the first time Amy and Rory were alone together was on their wedding night”. This episode has so much it can’t all be fit in.
@@PaulaDeming I hope your brain has recovered 😂 Remember the episode when the TARDIS went into Idris the mad bity lady. Her last words to Rory in the TARDIS console room were "The only water in the forest is the River". P.s. Katrina (and all us fans, great job not spoilng this for Paula 🙏)
ever since the we first met River in the Liberary of the forest I have been waiting for this reaction :) I am also so happy Kat and others have prevented you being spolied to this reval :D
Very true although I've never seen someone laughing hysterically at the reveal. It's usually shock, disbelief, or even tears but not hysterical laughter. That reveal definitely broke Paula's brain .... and it was awesome.
Paula - Kudos for the light going on in your brain when you heard "the only water in the forest is the river". Not every reactor picked up on what that meant as far as "River's" name. Even though it was a dawning realization on your part, I could see the gears turning in your brain as your remembered what "Sexy Tardis" told Rory before she died. .. Even though Moffat kept this surprise ending from everyone until right before they filmed it, he has a pattern that he follows: HE said once that if there is a "reveal", you always want to leave some questions unanswered.. so stay tuned!
One of the best reactions to that scene I’ve seen on UA-cam. I was sitting here after work eating dinner trying to keep from just bawling because I know it’s coming I know Paula hadn’t figured it out yet and I’ve seen it a 100 times and still tear up!!! 😭
Moffat fed Alex a lot of information about River way ahead of time so that she could act appropriately (I think she was told already in season 5, but cannot confirm it completely), but obviously she had to keep it a secret and the cast tried to bribe it out of her and she wouldn't budge. However Arthur actually did eventually piece together the idea as his own theory, and upon asking Alex she just replied "Hello dad", so he technically knew a little bit ahead of time because he had guessed it.
It’s so crazy that Moffat had been working this into the story line since Silence in the Library, leaving little clues here and there. One of the best slow burn reveals in TV history in my opinion. Also this is a few seasons away, but once you watch the Husbands of River Song episode, you should re-watch Silence in the Library and Forest of the Dead. It’s so much more impactful watching it in context with their whole relationship because you understand the story from River’s point of view.
Thank you for your reaction! I saw so many people saying, “oh I saw that coming a mile away.” And atuff. I, for one, enjoy each episode at a time and don’t try to figure out each tiny hint. I love the suprise and your reaction was pure suprise!
Its honestly so refreshing watching someone as smart as Paula watch this. I think this might be the first time ive seen a reactor realise the reveal before its shown. Rivers arc is one of the best fictional stories ive watched. Its so brilliant.
This might be the earliest realization that I've seen. Go to around the 10min mark which is where Brianna realizes the situation at the scene when River 'informs' the Doctor by the crib: ua-cam.com/video/-Zrpr4ZmBbc/v-deo.html
As someone who watched this air back in 2011 before the age of UA-cam reactions, the fact I get to share in the joy of this reveal even now gives me a massive mood boost and nostalgia trip. Thanls to both of you :)
one of the greatest episodes of all time. a wonderful deconstruction and in many ways criticism of the doctors place in the universe following nuwho the first 6 series and also features one of the best plot twists of all time. 10/10. them meeting backwards isn't literally always it just happens sometimes.
The return of the Master was a 3 parter. Also I always think it’s funny that Melody/River had her first conversation of her life with the Doctor as a newborn baby. Through an avatar, but still it was an avatar like Amy’s, so it was baby Melody’s consciousness.
The Doctor has a copy of The Time Traveler's Wife on the TARDIS and that book was the inspiration for the Doctor's and River's timey wimey relationship. You should read it if you haven't, it's an amazing book.
@@lesterbottomley7641 Moffat also wrote and produced the HBO adaptation of the book. Unfortunately it got canceled after the first season. It was very good.
This is one of my favourite Matt Smith episodes but your reactions made it so much better all the confusion and the big wins and losses and the reveal make this episode amazing and your laughing reaction at the end is amazing great reaction gals.
That reaction to the big reveal was definitely not what I was expecting and was hilarious! It was such a big shocker. Also, it was such a cliffhanger as we had a mid-season break of several months. One other tidbit is that the episode was actually meant to have Captain Jack return and lose his head (thus becoming the Face of Boe). Thankfully, John Barrowman was busy.
Going back just now and revisiting Paula's reaction 3 years after the first time I watched it, I was moved to tears and laughter again. This episode was so well crafted, especially Murray Gold's accompaniment.
Wow. What reaction!! The intro is one of my favorite scenes from the smith era. I love lots of things about this episode, it felt really well put together. Super excited for your reactions to the second half of season 6, as well as your continued reactions to Star Trek!
Finally! That was worth the wait. What a great and honest reaction. That's how most Whovians were when the reveal was shown. It was a "Wait. What?" type of thing. It was hard to process, but oh so much fun. River Song has such an amazing arc and it so well written. Alex Kingston is phenomenal in the role and I'm just so glad you were able to get to this point and have your mind blown, Paula. This reaction made my day. And I have no idea how Katrina could sit on that info so hard without cracking. She's stronger than I am haha.
Great reaction Watching Katrina anticipating Paula’s reaction was as good as Paula’s reaction - which was priceless. Can’t tell you how many times some version of “this episode broke me” I’ve heard.
"Where is my wife?" "What is the Doctor's message?" *BOOM* "Do I need to repeat the question ?" "Today is not the day to find out why I have SO MANY rules" the whole bit about Demons Run, and THAT ENDING
I'd love for you guys to somehow get actual chips to watch with this show. As a kid it was always a ritual to go to the Chippee (Chip Shop) on Saturdays when Doctor Who would be on.
Instant like. The one we have been waiting for, for so long. Wish you did 2 episodes a week as there is a whole bunch of episodes i can't wait for Paula to see. Katrina knows what i mean
I usually wait for Friday nights to work these videos in, but when I saw this one pop up I had to jump on it. been waiting. Episodes like this and Vincent and the Doctor are what got me into checking out occasional Reaction videos from time to time. Good stuff.
I was sure that Paula would pick up on it being River's birthday. I don't know if things are in perfect reverse order, but the first time that The Doctor meets River Song in the Library, she knows everything about him and he knows nothing about her. The first time that River Song meets The Doctor he knows everything about her and she knows nothing about him because she was just born. I'm pretty sure that she describes this situation earlier and it's what told me that she was the baby pretty early on.
"You can't appreciate any moment that happens if you don't have any context for it" *Looks at the weird woman in the Series 4 finale who kept speaking to Wilf*
Like so many others, I have been waiting SO LONG for this episode, and Paula's reaction was totally worth it. This episode broke her. It's one of my all-time favorites. One of the great things with Doctor Who is that the non-linear time dynamic (and the amazing writing) enables moments like this that have all the effects of a retcon, but really aren't because they're deliberately planned in advance. Just like Katrina said at the end, after this reveal you can go back and watch earlier episodes and pick up on little character interactions (like River and Amy in the series opener) and other tiny details that you probably overlooked as insignificant, that suddenly mean so much. I can't wait to see how Paula fares with the rest of the series!
🎵 Sing me a Melody... Sing me a song 🎵 🎶 As we lie here gently by the River Pond 🎶 🎵 If Who is the question without a reply 🎵 🎶 Know the Doctor will search all the Heavens and sky 🎶 🎵 While the River keeps moving yet Ponds tend to be still 🎵 🎶 He’ll bring them together through sheer force of will 🎶 🎵 But until we arrive at that glorious day 🎵 🎶 We’ll need something to do...so Let’s kill Hitler eh? 🎶
You know what I love, Alex Kingston always knew, as did Moff of course, but you know who DIDN'T know? David Tennant. He was so confused that he assumed she was a future regeneration of the Doctor. Not that it made much sense but it made more sense than any other idea he had.
What if that's how Time Lords are created? Galifreyans are just two-hearted humanoids with no special powers, but they're purposefully gestated near the Untempered Schism to get regeneration, time-sense, etc.
I think it was Paula who mentioned that Amy didn't seem jealous of River, and I seem to remember commenting that it might be more important that River didn't seem jealous of Amy. I'm glad that didn't give it away.
This reaction has me grinning from ear to ear. From the beginning, when Katrina is bouncing up and down with excitement while Paula's face is full of trepidation, to the amazing moment of realization. Really wonderful, ladies!
Several youtubers have made great clip videos putting Rivers timeline in order. Maybe (in the far future after a certain point) we could get a reaction video to one of them.
It took me a while to realise that The Doctor knew who River was not by reading, but by River ‘speaking baby’ to him - the finger on finger gesture while saying “I AM telling you....” Fantastic reaction - Paula completely surprised and kudos to Katrina for not spontaneously combusting! (And yes, we’ll get to that too!).
Well, I certainly didn't expect Paula to react to the revelation in that way... I really enjoy A Good Man Goes to War. Moffat throws everything and the kitchen sink into the episode, piling in countless setpieces and epic visuals that take us on a proper emotional rollercoaster from ecstatic highs to brutal lows, in a sense making this feel very similar to The Pandorica Opens from last series. Matt Smith gives a fantastic performance as the angry vengeful Doctor, with his scenes opposite Colonel "Runaway" Manton being a particularly good depiction of this Doctor being one who hides his volatile emotions under all the quirks and silly personality traits associated with him. I love the way the episode gets you to bask in the glory of seeing the Doctor use his reputation to threaten his enemies into retreating, before you realise that, as River points out, his reputation is precisely why they've kidnapped Melody and plan to use her as a weapon. Not to mention the abundance of fantastic lines here, especially "good men don't need rules. Today is not the day to find out why I have so many", which reveals that the "good man" of the title actually refers not to the Doctor, but to Rory. Rory is definitely the MVP for series 6. Much like Mickey, we've seen him grow from being a bumbling somewhat unadventurous dork to being a brave and courageous hero (though where Mickey did this by deciding to stop following Rose, Rory does this by sticking with Amy and trying to keep up with her). Arthur Darvill is fantastic here, clearly relishing the chance to show off Rory's action hero cred, while also nailing the more emotional scenes with Amy. The supporting characters are all loads of fun, adding a great deal of levity to what ultimately turns out to be the "darkest hour" for our heroes. With all the explosive action scenes, cool speeches, and emotional gut-punches (that scene where Melody is revealed to be a Ganger is particularly horrifying), the twist that River is actually Melody grown up actually ends up being one of the least interesting aspects of the episode. That said though, it's a good reveal, one that's been very well set-up throughout the episode, and a sequence that brings the first half of series 6 to a very satisfying close
An added benefit for Paula, (just as Katrina and we enjoyed your reaction), after this reveal is that now you can hunt down other reactors and enjoy their reaction to this episode... it is always worth watching and is different but no less intense.
Finally, a UA-cam reactor who works it out before the reveal! #PaulaIsMyNewFavouriteNow In case you were wondering, the reason the Doctor seems so terrified of Rory's reaction to the reveal of who River is (which is why he runs away) is because, in 6x01, River says she is "quite the screamer"... implying she and the Doctor have slept together.
Paula’s reaction didn’t disappoint. Couldn’t wait to see it. I’m glad she didn’t figure it out till the end and no one spoiled it for her. I was sure she’d connect the dots but Moffat got her. You can see the realization hit her 14:27 Glorious. Loved it.
Fun fact: before the season aired, I had a Doctor Who book (maybe the annual? I don't remember) and it had a page with a mix of spoilers and fake spoilers for the next series. One of them was "The only water in the forest is the river" EDIT: it was Doctor Who: The Brilliant Book !
River says right at the start of the episode that it's her birthday...
As Katrina mentions. 23:09
I’ve watched this episode more times than I can count, but I never realized that 😳 omfg I can’t believe I missed it haha. Just gives me more reason to rewatch the season
what the heck, I never realise that...
@@paulkennedy8701 EDIT: It got fixed so ignore me :) WAS: 23 not 3 :-) assuming that's just a typo or accidentally deleted the 2? :-)
@@LuckDragonLair
Thanks. Yes. One or the other I suppose.
I've been waiting for Paula's reaction to this, and it was perfect!
And yes, Alex knew from the beginning. Moffat told her about River's character all the way back at Silence (hint hint) In the Library so Alex could play the character right. And people have edited together River's story in chronological order for her and Alex's acting is perfect for the character growth. She deserved all the awards for this character.
Did Moffat know at that point he was going to be taking over as showrunner etc.?
@@caitlin329 Quite likely.
@@JeshuaSquirrel Yeah, there seems to have been mentions of conversation starting about a year before River's debut. Idk how firm anything was at that point, though.
Alex didn’t know from the beginning apparently she was told at the start of series 6. Rivers story does seem like this massively convoluted well thought out story but you’ve got to remember, it’s written backwards and so is easier than it seems. So for example when River mentions the Byzantium in series 4, it’s not because that whole arc has already been planned out, Moffat just has to remember to write a scene including a ship called the Byzantium at some point in the future. A good chunk of her story is very that. Throw out a few crumbs in one episode and just make sure those crumbs become plot points later on
@@obiwankenobi687 True - but you still have to remember what has happened from the Doctor's perspective, what has happened from River's perspective - and make sure neither character accidentally gets it wrong, or that the plot never contradicts anything (unless it can be written off as a lie or misunderstanding). Might not be a convoluted as it seems to the audience, but it's definitely not a trivial thing to write like that either - just the fact that Moffat thought of it as a concept is an incredible display of creative writing in its own right, and deserves credit.
Idris the Tardis gave a clue in The Drs wife.
"The only water in the forest is the River"
Plus River saying at the beginning that it's birthday. Also, there's a previous scene in the season where River says, "I hope my old man didn't see that; he hates guns," and Rory promptly pops out of the TARDIS.
@@pigs18 Ah! I hadn't twigged on that Rory moment, thanks for that! This is why I love Moffatt's writing, there are so many hidden meanings to discover.
@@pigs18 Arthur also figured out the twist early in the season and Alex just said Hi dad when he came to her about it. Pretty cute.
@@pigs18 also why does rory not like guns like i get the docotr but why?
@@a.mseymour180 Rory's a nurse, I'm sure he's seen some horrific wounds.
Totally worth it! Back in the Doctor's Wife Edris told Rory "The only water in the forest is the river.” She said we’d need to know that someday. It doesn’t make sense, does it?
Exactly!!
Yup, this was one I was waiting for. Paula's meltdown at the big reveal did not disappoint!
@@Tantalus010 Yep, been waiting for a while to see that... Glad she didnt guess before hand
Karen Gillan’s screams when the baby turns to yogurt are heartbreaking.
This one (and a few more) are really heartbreaking. I said as a joke that Amy was "quite a screamer" too. But jokes appart, she´s very good at giving emotion to those screams.
I met her in 2015.
It's because she's lactose intolerant
Omg yoghurt😂
Omfg yogurt, I can't breathe xD
Also, season 3 ending was 3 parter. Utopia, The Sound of Drums, Last of the Timelords
Was just about to say this, haha
Season 4 even felt like a 3-parter with how "Turn Left" went right into the 2-part finale.
@tconlon251 wait which one?
@tconlon251 Ohhhhh but I think it concludes with the word Twice in the title, since the next 2 are completely different...
I'm honestly a little upset you guys cut out the Doctor being actually angry for the first time. Thats honestly my favorite part of the entire episode.
I came to say the same thing. The Captain Runaway scene is so intense. I wanted to see Paula's reaction to this doctor getting angry.
Yeah, there were a few things that I was a bit sad had to get cut. 1) The runaway scene. 2) The Demons Run poem. 3) Lorna's death scene, which is one of my favorite scenes in the episode because it's so tragic that the Doctor has to pretend to know who she is. This episode is just so jam-packed with great scenes that it's practically impossible to include them all in a video like this.
Full length available on Patreon. That does feel like a moment that shouldn't have been cut, but I'm glad they didn't try to butcher chop the final reveal to try to make room. I watch so many reactors that are ruined by the editing; this channel isn't one of them, so I assume there is a reason that scene was cut. It may not have had a strong reaction.
All reactions cut something you think should have been included. For me it is when the doctor is explaining why the baby can’t be a time Lord. “I had to reboot the universe so the first time Amy and Rory were alone together was on their wedding night”.
This episode has so much it can’t all be fit in.
Katrina's tears just as Paula's brain clicked .... That was all of us watching 👍🏼
@@PaulaDeming I hope your brain has recovered 😂 Remember the episode when the TARDIS went into Idris the mad bity lady. Her last words to Rory in the TARDIS console room were "The only water in the forest is the River". P.s. Katrina (and all us fans, great job not spoilng this for Paula 🙏)
The big reveal everyone was waiting for.
Now we wait for next season lmfao
"A Good Man Goes to War" is one of my favorite episodes. I've been waiting for this episode since DAY ONE to see Paula's reaction!
Yes, another Torchwood fan!
we finally made it! worth the wait, I hope ;)
@@PaulaDeming Yes, Paula! You and Katrina don't disappoint! :)
Same! :)
ever since the we first met River in the Liberary of the forest I have been waiting for this reaction :)
I am also so happy Kat and others have prevented you being spolied to this reval :D
I love watching dr who reactions and a good man goes to war is the pinnacle.
I'm also glad I managed to avoid spoilers on this!
Do they react to that anywhere?
I love how Amy and Rory were put in the show to be parents for River, and how you can see some of her traits in them both.
This has been the best Paula reaction so far. I thought she'd lost her mind when River is revealed as Melody XD
I think it broke me a little
@@PaulaDeming tbf it was a very mind-blowing moment
@@PaulaDeming And happy birthday! 🥳
I thought I'd seen every kind of reaction to the River reveal, but hysterical laughter is new!
The River Song storyline is genius
This episode is the reason we all watch DW reactions ay let's be honest.
Very true although I've never seen someone laughing hysterically at the reveal. It's usually shock, disbelief, or even tears but not hysterical laughter. That reveal definitely broke Paula's brain .... and it was awesome.
Great fore planning. Moffat had this planned ever since creating and naming Amy Pond, if not before!
Paula - Kudos for the light going on in your brain when you heard "the only water in the forest is the river". Not every reactor picked up on what that meant as far as "River's" name. Even though it was a dawning realization on your part, I could see the gears turning in your brain as your remembered what "Sexy Tardis" told Rory before she died. .. Even though Moffat kept this surprise ending from everyone until right before they filmed it, he has a pattern that he follows: HE said once that if there is a "reveal", you always want to leave some questions unanswered.. so stay tuned!
Whenever I get a notification for this it's become a "drop everything and get to UA-cam".
Same I was watching Netflix
Cutest and most endearing reaction Paula laughing when she figured it out. Thanks that was priceless !😊
:D
One of the best reactions to that scene I’ve seen on UA-cam. I was sitting here after work eating dinner trying to keep from just bawling because I know it’s coming I know Paula hadn’t figured it out yet and I’ve seen it a 100 times and still tear up!!! 😭
:D
Moffat fed Alex a lot of information about River way ahead of time so that she could act appropriately (I think she was told already in season 5, but cannot confirm it completely), but obviously she had to keep it a secret and the cast tried to bribe it out of her and she wouldn't budge. However Arthur actually did eventually piece together the idea as his own theory, and upon asking Alex she just replied "Hello dad", so he technically knew a little bit ahead of time because he had guessed it.
It’s so crazy that Moffat had been working this into the story line since Silence in the Library, leaving little clues here and there. One of the best slow burn reveals in TV history in my opinion.
Also this is a few seasons away, but once you watch the Husbands of River Song episode, you should re-watch Silence in the Library and Forest of the Dead. It’s so much more impactful watching it in context with their whole relationship because you understand the story from River’s point of view.
That's what so awesome about these old episodes.. Small things hidden in every episode that makes something big seasons later..
Thank you for your reaction! I saw so many people saying, “oh I saw that coming a mile away.” And atuff. I, for one, enjoy each episode at a time and don’t try to figure out each tiny hint. I love the suprise and your reaction was pure suprise!
Matt´s voice at "YOU COULD´VE TRIED!"... And earlier, with the Cnel. Runaway. Eleven can be pretty dark at some moments...
One of my favorite Who episodes of all time. Came here for Paula's reaction, and it was GLORIOUS!
Its honestly so refreshing watching someone as smart as Paula watch this. I think this might be the first time ive seen a reactor realise the reveal before its shown. Rivers arc is one of the best fictional stories ive watched. Its so brilliant.
This might be the earliest realization that I've seen. Go to around the 10min mark which is where Brianna realizes the situation at the scene when River 'informs' the Doctor by the crib: ua-cam.com/video/-Zrpr4ZmBbc/v-deo.html
As someone who watched this air back in 2011 before the age of UA-cam reactions, the fact I get to share in the joy of this reveal even now gives me a massive mood boost and nostalgia trip. Thanls to both of you :)
one of the greatest episodes of all time. a wonderful deconstruction and in many ways criticism of the doctors place in the universe following nuwho the first 6 series and also features one of the best plot twists of all time. 10/10. them meeting backwards isn't literally always it just happens sometimes.
This episode is so DAMN GOOD let's go!!
The return of the Master was a 3 parter.
Also I always think it’s funny that Melody/River had her first conversation of her life with the Doctor as a newborn baby. Through an avatar, but still it was an avatar like Amy’s, so it was baby Melody’s consciousness.
The laughter breaking out is such a perfect response to "the only water in the forest is the river"
The Doctor has a copy of The Time Traveler's Wife on the TARDIS and that book was the inspiration for the Doctor's and River's timey wimey relationship. You should read it if you haven't, it's an amazing book.
Cheers for the tidbit.
Never heard that before but it makes complete sense.
@@lesterbottomley7641 Clara pulls one of the TARDIS keys she throws into the volcano out of the book in "Dark Water."
@@lesterbottomley7641 Moffat also wrote and produced the HBO adaptation of the book. Unfortunately it got canceled after the first season. It was very good.
The wait took FOREVER to get here, but was SOOOOOooooooo worth it!!!
Thank you for letting us into a part of your wonderful friendship and for sharing your reactions to Who, too!
thank you for being here!
I've been looking forward to this one for a long time. I had a feeling Paula would get a kick out of the River reveal, and she did not disappoint. :D
This is one of my favourite Matt Smith episodes but your reactions made it so much better all the confusion and the big wins and losses and the reveal make this episode amazing and your laughing reaction at the end is amazing great reaction gals.
Wonderful reaction for this iconic moment. Watched it several times.
That reaction to the big reveal was definitely not what I was expecting and was hilarious! It was such a big shocker. Also, it was such a cliffhanger as we had a mid-season break of several months. One other tidbit is that the episode was actually meant to have Captain Jack return and lose his head (thus becoming the Face of Boe). Thankfully, John Barrowman was busy.
Brilliant reaction, this is a mind blowing episode and twist, Moffat is a genius
No reaction to the ''Good men don't need rules'' That's my favorite Doctor Who quote.
Been looking forward to this episode for quite a while now. Couldn't wait to see Paula's face at the moment of the big reveal.
Yes! A pinnacle Who moment. Absolutely love this arc.
Going back just now and revisiting Paula's reaction 3 years after the first time I watched it, I was moved to tears and laughter again. This episode was so well crafted, especially Murray Gold's accompaniment.
Wow. What reaction!! The intro is one of my favorite scenes from the smith era. I love lots of things about this episode, it felt really well put together.
Super excited for your reactions to the second half of season 6, as well as your continued reactions to Star Trek!
Paula's reaction was AWESOME! The look on her face was adorable and priceless!
Finally! That was worth the wait. What a great and honest reaction. That's how most Whovians were when the reveal was shown. It was a "Wait. What?" type of thing. It was hard to process, but oh so much fun. River Song has such an amazing arc and it so well written. Alex Kingston is phenomenal in the role and I'm just so glad you were able to get to this point and have your mind blown, Paula. This reaction made my day. And I have no idea how Katrina could sit on that info so hard without cracking. She's stronger than I am haha.
haha I'm really glad you enjoyed it!
Great reaction
Watching Katrina anticipating Paula’s reaction was as good as Paula’s reaction - which was priceless.
Can’t tell you how many times some version of “this episode broke me” I’ve heard.
"Where is my wife?" "What is the Doctor's message?" *BOOM* "Do I need to repeat the question ?" "Today is not the day to find out why I have SO MANY rules" the whole bit about Demons Run, and THAT ENDING
Thanks you, Gals. That was glorious. Looking forward to the rest of the season!
waited so long for his reaction. paula got it right. next one will be a treat.
Another great thing is not only all the old friends we met, but new ones too!!
Best episode of 11's entire run!
BEST. REACTION. EVAH!!!!! Paula, stop it!! I saw a lot of reactors to the day. You were the fastest one ever to realise who River was!
I so loved Paula's reaction to the River reveal! This was such a great episode, one of the best! I can't wait for the next episode!
I'd love for you guys to somehow get actual chips to watch with this show. As a kid it was always a ritual to go to the Chippee (Chip Shop) on Saturdays when Doctor Who would be on.
Lol ❤️
Beware of chips, Bill might "fat" you .... Future series reference!
@@the_judge_8262 That story immediately endeared me to her character lol
Love the way River says "sweetie"
Instant like. The one we have been waiting for, for so long. Wish you did 2 episodes a week as there is a whole bunch of episodes i can't wait for Paula to see. Katrina knows what i mean
A literal Tardis family, mother father daughter and son in law .....
I usually wait for Friday nights to work these videos in, but when I saw this one pop up I had to jump on it. been waiting.
Episodes like this and Vincent and the Doctor are what got me into checking out occasional Reaction videos from time to time.
Good stuff.
I was sure that Paula would pick up on it being River's birthday. I don't know if things are in perfect reverse order, but the first time that The Doctor meets River Song in the Library, she knows everything about him and he knows nothing about her. The first time that River Song meets The Doctor he knows everything about her and she knows nothing about him because she was just born. I'm pretty sure that she describes this situation earlier and it's what told me that she was the baby pretty early on.
"You can't appreciate any moment that happens if you don't have any context for it"
*Looks at the weird woman in the Series 4 finale who kept speaking to Wilf*
Been waiting to see this reaction for so long!
One of the best payoffs for a multi-thread story in "Doctor Who" history.
I finally see the dynamic here.
Devil Girl-Angel Girl. One on each shoulder.
I have been soooo waiting for you to get to this episode!!
Amy's next line: "You are so grounded, young lady!"
Like so many others, I have been waiting SO LONG for this episode, and Paula's reaction was totally worth it. This episode broke her. It's one of my all-time favorites. One of the great things with Doctor Who is that the non-linear time dynamic (and the amazing writing) enables moments like this that have all the effects of a retcon, but really aren't because they're deliberately planned in advance. Just like Katrina said at the end, after this reveal you can go back and watch earlier episodes and pick up on little character interactions (like River and Amy in the series opener) and other tiny details that you probably overlooked as insignificant, that suddenly mean so much. I can't wait to see how Paula fares with the rest of the series!
You could argue that Utopia, The Sound of Drums, and Last Of The Timelords is a three part story.
We’ve been waiting for this. Not quite as long as Rory waited for Amy, but we waited.
Man one of my favorite episodes!! Absolutely loved the reveal, was sooo worth it!
Aww, what a great reaction to the reveal
could not click this one fast enough, poor Paula needed a reboot at the end. Was holding my breathe for her reaction. :)
🎵 Sing me a Melody... Sing me a song 🎵
🎶 As we lie here gently by the River Pond 🎶
🎵 If Who is the question without a reply 🎵
🎶 Know the Doctor will search all the Heavens and sky 🎶
🎵 While the River keeps moving yet Ponds tend to be still 🎵
🎶 He’ll bring them together through sheer force of will 🎶
🎵 But until we arrive at that glorious day 🎵
🎶 We’ll need something to do...so Let’s kill Hitler eh? 🎶
Lots of good moments in this ep but still Rory saying "would you like me to repeat the question?" is in the top three.
Badass good guy *ding ding ding ding ding ding*
You know what I love, Alex Kingston always knew, as did Moff of course, but you know who DIDN'T know? David Tennant. He was so confused that he assumed she was a future regeneration of the Doctor. Not that it made much sense but it made more sense than any other idea he had.
Yes!! One of my favorite episodes of all of Matt’s reign as the Doctor!!
What if that's how Time Lords are created? Galifreyans are just two-hearted humanoids with no special powers, but they're purposefully gestated near the Untempered Schism to get regeneration, time-sense, etc.
I think it was Paula who mentioned that Amy didn't seem jealous of River, and I seem to remember commenting that it might be more important that River didn't seem jealous of Amy. I'm glad that didn't give it away.
First video I wanted of yours, and I LOVE your reactions. Feels like I'm going to be watching a LOT more of your videos. X
This reaction has me grinning from ear to ear. From the beginning, when Katrina is bouncing up and down with excitement while Paula's face is full of trepidation, to the amazing moment of realization. Really wonderful, ladies!
it's been a wild ride!
Several youtubers have made great clip videos putting Rivers timeline in order. Maybe (in the far future after a certain point) we could get a reaction video to one of them.
After episode you-know-which, I hope they rewatch Forest of the Dead and Silence in the Library.
When the towers sing.
It took me a while to realise that The Doctor knew who River was not by reading, but by River ‘speaking baby’ to him - the finger on finger gesture while saying “I AM telling you....” Fantastic reaction - Paula completely surprised and kudos to Katrina for not spontaneously combusting! (And yes, we’ll get to that too!).
Oh yes, this is the first appearance of ‘The Paternoster Gang’ too. Love them....the spin off that should have been but never was....
That Reaction Paula is everything that I have ever wanted! :)
The only water in the Forest (of the Dead) is the River; since Amy wasn't around yet.
Katrina crying from the start, she knows what’s coming, sadness first then happiness. But confusion too.
This is where you learn River Song's true identity
Well, I certainly didn't expect Paula to react to the revelation in that way...
I really enjoy A Good Man Goes to War. Moffat throws everything and the kitchen sink into the episode, piling in countless setpieces and epic visuals that take us on a proper emotional rollercoaster from ecstatic highs to brutal lows, in a sense making this feel very similar to The Pandorica Opens from last series. Matt Smith gives a fantastic performance as the angry vengeful Doctor, with his scenes opposite Colonel "Runaway" Manton being a particularly good depiction of this Doctor being one who hides his volatile emotions under all the quirks and silly personality traits associated with him. I love the way the episode gets you to bask in the glory of seeing the Doctor use his reputation to threaten his enemies into retreating, before you realise that, as River points out, his reputation is precisely why they've kidnapped Melody and plan to use her as a weapon. Not to mention the abundance of fantastic lines here, especially "good men don't need rules. Today is not the day to find out why I have so many", which reveals that the "good man" of the title actually refers not to the Doctor, but to Rory.
Rory is definitely the MVP for series 6. Much like Mickey, we've seen him grow from being a bumbling somewhat unadventurous dork to being a brave and courageous hero (though where Mickey did this by deciding to stop following Rose, Rory does this by sticking with Amy and trying to keep up with her). Arthur Darvill is fantastic here, clearly relishing the chance to show off Rory's action hero cred, while also nailing the more emotional scenes with Amy. The supporting characters are all loads of fun, adding a great deal of levity to what ultimately turns out to be the "darkest hour" for our heroes. With all the explosive action scenes, cool speeches, and emotional gut-punches (that scene where Melody is revealed to be a Ganger is particularly horrifying), the twist that River is actually Melody grown up actually ends up being one of the least interesting aspects of the episode. That said though, it's a good reveal, one that's been very well set-up throughout the episode, and a sequence that brings the first half of series 6 to a very satisfying close
And that soon. Most reactors only react when River tells Amy, but Paula figured it out before!
I NEVER tire of seeing reactions to the River reveal. It makes me so happy to see it!!!!
An added benefit for Paula, (just as Katrina and we enjoyed your reaction), after this reveal is that now you can hunt down other reactors and enjoy their reaction to this episode... it is always worth watching and is different but no less intense.
The show actually tells you when River tells Rory that it is her Birthday
I think the last 3 episode of series 3 (Martha's season) was three parter with the Masters first appearance
In new who yes.
Someone get Paula that flowchart....
Make it bigger!
Perfect. That was great. Best reaction I've seen to that reveal
hahaha I'm glad!
Finally, a UA-cam reactor who works it out before the reveal! #PaulaIsMyNewFavouriteNow
In case you were wondering, the reason the Doctor seems so terrified of Rory's reaction to the reveal of who River is (which is why he runs away) is because, in 6x01, River says she is "quite the screamer"... implying she and the Doctor have slept together.
Thanks for these reactions, they always brighten up my day when I need it the most ! You're both awesome :) ❤️
Paula’s reaction didn’t disappoint. Couldn’t wait to see it. I’m glad she didn’t figure it out till the end and no one spoiled it for her. I was sure she’d connect the dots but Moffat got her.
You can see the realization hit her 14:27
Glorious. Loved it.
When he sees archaeologists, he points and laughs.
Fun fact: before the season aired, I had a Doctor Who book (maybe the annual? I don't remember) and it had a page with a mix of spoilers and fake spoilers for the next series.
One of them was "The only water in the forest is the river"
EDIT: it was Doctor Who: The Brilliant Book !
We also had "Pay attention - It’s not really her." !
"Octavian wasn't lying" -presumably in reference to River not being who the Doctor thinks she is and her being in prison for murder
I love seeing reactions to this episode. Plus I really like this episode anyway. One of my highlights for this show.
Fun Fact: In England, we call French fries chips and chips Crisps. Thats why Rose can "smell" chips in The End of the World.