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From: king@dciem.UUCP (Stephen King)
Newsgroups: net.tv.drwho
Subject: Dr. Who in America
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Date: Thu, 30-Aug-84 12:40:35 EDT
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Posted: Thu Aug 30 12:40:35 1984
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	Well, I saw the show 'Dr. Who in America', and I think it would have
more appropriately been called 'Tom Baker in America'. Flame on me for not get-
ting my facts straight but the show was *not* hosted by Tom. It did, however,
feature Tom both in a lengthy interview and in many clips of his best perform-
ances.

	I like Tom well enough, but I was bitterly disappointed by the way the
show was used to boost his ego. No mention at all was made of the other actors
who have played the doctor. The discussion centered on Tom Baker and the people
who like him, rather than the evolution of the show, as I would have preferred.

	It is nice that Dr. Who is seen by psychologists as a healthy release
for professional people as well as a good children's show, but it would have
been better if there had been more indication as to the future of the show, as
all us Dr. Who fans must be interested in this matter.

	As a final word, I salute American television for recognizing Dr. Who
for what it is - a stimulating and enjoyable show which can be enjoyed by young
and old alike.

					-Steve.