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Doctor Who TV movie writer Matthew Jacobs has reunited with Paul McGann for a new Big Finish audio story.

To date, Paul McGann’s total screen time as the Doctor clocks in at under two hours, and the majority of that can be credited to screenwriter Matthew Jacobs, who penned the 1996 TV Movie. Though it’s perhaps not the most beloved piece of Doctor Who media, most fans now acknowledge that it’s an important bridge between the classic series and the glossy sheen and higher production values of the revived show.

The film saw Sylvester McCoy’s Seventh Doctor land in Los Angeles on New Year’s Eve 1999, before promptly being gunned down outside the Tardis. He regenerates into Paul McGann’s Eighth Doctor, and teams up with Doctor Grace Holloway (Daphne Ashbrook) to fight The Master, who’s taken over the body of a paramedic (Eric Roberts) and...

Critically acclaimed documentary Coming to Blu-ray, DVD & Digital Download from 28th November Featuring: Paul McGann, Eric Roberts and Daphne Ashbrook and more! Following a hit theatrical release Kaleidoscope Entertainment is excited to announce that the award-winning documentary, Doctor Who Am I will be coming to Blu-ray, DVD & Digital from 28th November. Following its World Premiere at …

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Screenwriter Matthew Jacobs, who wrote Doctor Who: The Movie, plunges among fans of the sci-fi series to find out what makes Time Lord diehards tick

When Matthew Jacobs’s name is first displayed on screen in this likable documentary, he is identified as a “mid-level screenwriter”; it’s more of a self-deprecating description than a diss given that he is one of the film’s co-directors (along with Vanessa Yuille) as well as the feature’s star subject. But his filmography is a mixed bag, and includes several things you may never have heard of (Bar America and the cartoon Justin and the Knights of Valour), little remembered reworkings of established works, the original story for one of Disney’s least popular works (The Emperor’s New Groove), the film adaptation for one stone-cold British cult classic, and the script for 1996’s Doctor Who: The Movie.

That last title is the...

Features: Matthew Jacobs, Paul McGann, Eric Roberts, Daphne Ashbrook | Directed by Vanessa Yuille, Matthew Jacobs

I’ve said it before but I’ll say it again, I’ll watch any good documentary even if I am not interested in the subject matter. Which leads me to see this documentary on the writer of the 1996 Doctor Who movie, Doctor Who Am I. It’s not that I’ve never seen Doctor Who, or that I dislike it at all. I’m just not that bothered by it. I’ve watched it every now and then throughout my life and it’s usually fine but I’ve never stuck with it. But, after a quick read of this movie’s synopsis I was certain I would enjoy it.

The movie follows Matthew Jacobs, the screenwriter of the 1996 Doctor Who film (a film that I did not realise was not well received), who...

Award-winning Doctor Who doc “Doctor Who Am I” has been snapped up by Kaleidoscope Film Distribution, Variety can exclusively reveal.

Kaleidoscope are set to release “Doctor Who Am I” theatrically in the U.K. in October and are also repping international sales. Materials will be available to view at TIFF next month.

Marking Vanessa Yuille directorial debut, the documentary feature tells the story of the infamous 1996 “Doctor Who” TV film, which was produced during a gap in the TV series. It featured Paul McGann as the Time Lord but received disapprobation from fans, who were apparently unhappy at the suggestion the Doctor was half human, especially when he kissed his assistant Grace Holloway.

Matthew Jacobs wrote the standalone “Doctor Who” film and, in “Doctor Who Am I,” he reluctantly allows himself to be drawn back into the time period to examine the making of the production as well the reaction it inspired.

1996: Gh's Brenda called Miguel for help stopping Sonny's wedding.

2004: Days of our Lives' Tony "died" following a tiger attack.

2007: All My Children's Dixie "died" after eating poisoned pancakes.

2014: Billy and Adam were involved in a fiery crash on The Young and the Restless."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."

― Anselm Kiefer

"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.

On this date in...

1958: On The Edge of Night, Bill (Carl Frank) and Mike (John Larkin) tried to convince Dalton there may be mitigating circumstances in the case, but he insisted on moving forward with the prosecution as quickly as possible.

1996: Gh's Brenda called Miguel for help stopping Sonny's wedding.

2004: Days of our Lives' Tony "died" following a tiger attack.

2007: All My Children's Dixie "died" after eating poisoned pancakes.

2014: Billy and Adam were involved in a fiery crash on The Young

and the Restless."Whoever wishes to foresee the future must consult the past; for human events ever resemble those of preceding times. This arises from the fact that they are produced by men who ever have been, and ever shall be, animated by the same passions, and thus they necessarily have the same results."

― Machiavelli

"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.

On this date in...

1958: On The Edge of Night,...

Had things gone differently, Peter Capaldi could have played the Doctor instead of Paul McGann all the way back in 1996...

Peter Capaldi has revealed that he turned down the chance to audition for the role of the Doctor back in 1996.

Speaking today at a London event celebrating next week’s launch of Doctor Who Series 8 on DVD, Capaldi told interviewer Frank Skinner and an audience of fans:

“I knew I wouldn’t get it. I loved the show so much that I didn’t want to have anything to do with it unless it was going to be me. I didn’t want to have the disappointment and go through all the palaver of jumping through hoops for something that I would never get. Because I knew it was an American pilot, and I knew they would go for somebody who was well-known - which Paul was, and he was fantastic.

Fans of the popular television show Doctor Who — as seen on PBS, BBCAmerica and Sci-fi Network — will descend on Wichita, Ks for a celebrity convention on 2 – 4 October 2014. Stars from the series will be signing autographs and participating in Q & A sessions. Guests include Peter Purves, Deborah Watling, Andrew Cartmel and Daphne Ashbrook. Advance tickets with huge discounts are already on sale at www.kansasdoctorwho.com.

Fans will also participate in costume contests, games and memorabilia sales. Additionally, Wichita native Mc Peter Pixie will serve as host while a special guest from the University of Wichita will deliver a lecture on the realities of time travel. Tickets are on sale. The event website is www.KansasDoctorWho.com. It is being organized by the non profit Kansas Doctor Who Corporation and is the first major Doctor Who fan event to attract foreign-based guest stars since 1988. The event is expected to attract over...

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The ChicagoTARDIS convention was held on Thanksgiving weekend in the Us, November 29-December 1. The line-up of guests was pretty spectacular, with no less than three Doctors (Peter Davison, Colin Baker, and Paul McGann) and many companions (Freema Agyeman, Dan Starkey, Daphne Ashbrook, Frazer Hines, Sarah Sutton, Nicola Bryant, Louise Jameson) and many other guests.

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The 50th anniversary episode of Doctor Who, "The Day of the Doctor," aired on Saturday. The show's mythology explains that the Doctor has the power to regenerate himself, hence his habit of appearing as a new person periodically. Journey with us down memory lane - or perhaps to a different dimension - as we look back at every actor who's stepped inside the Tardis throughout the show's tenure. Allons-y! First Doctor: William Hartnell, 1963-1966The Fourth Doctor (Tom Baker) later refers to the First as "the grumpy one." The Doctor was also played by Peter Cushing, of Hammer horror film fame,...

This weekend (November 23rd & 24th) sees the McM Comic Con and Memorabilia show take place at the NEC in Birmingham. We’ll be there on the Saturday, checking out what’s happening at one of the UK’s biggest conventions. If you haven’t grabbed a ticket yet, what are you waiting for? Ok, ok, so some of you may still be undecided, so let me tempt you with a rundown of just some highlights of the guests attending the event this weekend…

Red Dwarf Reunion – Chris Barrie (Arnold Rimmer); Hattie Hayridge (Holly); Danny John-Jules (The Cat) and Robert Llewellyn (Kryten) from much-loved British sci-fi comedy Red Dwarf. Quadrophenia Reunion – Stars Phil Daniels (Jimmy); Toyah Willcox (Monkey) and Daniel Peacock (Danny) celebrate the ultimate mod movie, based on The Who’s 1973 rock opera.

Richard Donat and Kate Kelton from popular sci-fi series Haven. Donat plays Vince Teagues, leader of The...

Doctor Who is a little nugget of TV gold, that much is a given - but this year, the world's longest-running sci-fi drama is shining just that little bit brighter as it celebrates 50 years on our screens and its golden anniversary.

It's no secret that the Week in Geek is just a little bit passionate about all things Who, so with just four days to go until 'The Day of the Doctor' inevitably blows our minds, we're picking the show's 'golden' moments.

From 1963 to 2013, here's each Doctor's finest hour - 11 mind-blowing moments from William Hartnell, Matt Smith and everyone in between!

> Doctor Who 50th: Digital Spy's greatest ever story revealed

"One day, I shall come back..."

No big surprise here - unquestionably William Hartnell's finest moment as the first Doctor comes when our crotchety hero bids a sad farewell to his granddaughter Susan, trusting her to "go forward in...

Dr. Grace Holloway

Portrayed by: Daphne Ashbrook

Doctor(s): Eighth Doctor

Tenure: 1 story, Doctor Who: the Movie (referred to by some as “The Enemy Within”)

Background: Dr. Grace Holloway is a cardiovascular surgeon in San Francisco. She has a strained relationship with her live-in boyfriend, due to her constantly being constantly either at work or on call. When she has to leave Madama Butterfly during the start of the second act, this is the last straw; he’s moved out by the time she gets home, with the newly regenerated Doctor in tow (he’s the patient she’s called in to do surgery on).

Family/Friends: We know very little about Grace, aside from her profession and her romantic status, and nothing about her family.

Personality: Grace is hardworking, determined, and focused. She has a love of culture and whimsy, quickly being swept into the Doctor’s struggle against the Master,...

Brian A Terranova is a writer at Kasterborous Doctor Who News and Reviews - All the latest Doctor Who news and reviews with our weekly podKast, features and interviews, and a long-running forum.

Kasterborous’ own Brian Terranova has been invited to a couple of cons in the USA, taking place over the coming weeks. First up is L.I. Who – Long Island Doctor Who – the first annual Doctor Who convention for Long Island. Featuring Sylvester McCoy, Waris Hussein, Daphne Ashbrook, Frazer Hines, Ian McNeice, and Simon

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New details of BBC Worldwide's Doctor Who 50th Celebration have been announced.

Peter Davison is the latest star to be added to the guest-list for the three-day event, which takes place at ExCeL London from Friday, November 22 to Sunday, November 24.

The fifth Doctor actor joins Matt Smith and former Doctors Tom Baker, Colin Baker and Sylvester McCoy in attending the celebration.

It has also been confirmed that 50th anniversary special 'The Day of the Doctor' will be screened, in 2D and free of charge, on the evening of Saturday, November 23.

The screening will have limited availability and tickets will be allocated on a first come first served basis, with Saturday attendees due to be e-mailed shortly with details about how they can reserve a seat.

The full guest list for all three days is as follow:

Friday, November, 22:

Waris Hussein, Anneke Wills, Kate O'Mara, Richard Franklin, Matthew Waterhouse,...

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There are few women who instil such devotion in fans of a certain age as the utterly charming and beautiful Daphne Ashbrook – and she’s just confirmed that she will...

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Welcome to my Big Finish mega-review for the month of July! I’m also including one June release, since I wasn’t able to listen to it until just this month. Enjoy!

Companion Chronicles 8.01 – “Mastermind”

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

The Vault – an archive of alien artefacts securely stored deep beneath the Angel of the North.

There’s also a prisoner in the Vault. An extraterrestrial known as the Master. He has been on Earth for some time, but now he’s under lock and key.

This is his story.

Or, as Captain Ruth Matheson and Warrant Officer Charlie Sato discover… perhaps it is theirs.

Starring: Geoffrey Beevers (The Master), Daphne Ashbrook (Ruth Matheson), Yee Jee Tso (Charlie Sato)

This is easily the best audio this month, and one of the best Companion Chronicles stories period. The story itself revisits the Unit vault, previously seen a few chronicles ago, and brings...

This is a big weekend for Whovians in the U.S with the Gallifrey One convention (#gally) taking place in La.

In it’s 23rd year this convention is pretty much as official as it gets ‘across the pond’ (no Pond intended) and has seen a huge swell of interest thanks to the intense promotional work and focus on American Who fandom since we first saw The Impossible Astronaut in 2011.

While not an “official” convention like the one to be held in Cardiff in late March, this one is crammed with guests that will interest both classic and current series fans (thought not Matt Smith and Karen Gillan as they are the primary focus of the official convention). Firstly, the day is being billed as a 1996 TV movie reunion with 8th Doctor Paul McGann reunited with Daphne Ashbrook, Yee Jee Tso, Eric Roberts and producer Philip Segal.

I wear a Fez now.

The 1990s were Doctor Who's very own Decadus Horriblus (thanks to the Basil Brush Book of Latin for this). Up until 1990, Doctor Who had carved itself a niche in the BBC schedules, usually to worldwide applause, high ratings and positive critical feedback.

And then it all went horribly wrong.

By the mid-1980s, Doctor Who was starting to get out of its depth as a result of a misunderstood Doctor, over-complicated plots and a dash of violence. Cue an extended holiday; but on its return, its reputation was still in tatters. Despite a bold attempt to re-invent itself as a confident, clever show of mystery, the BBC bosses weren't impressed. And so the axe fell, leaving the faithful mob of Doctor Who fans to wait and wonder.

But don't forget – TV programming had radically changed in the 1990s in a number of ways. For one thing, there was an...

Rotten Apple Productions has unveiled the trailer for its long-delayed feature film The Gate of Fallen Angels.

It was directed by Wolfgang Meyer prior to his work on upcoming releases 15 Till Midnight and Song of the Shattered. The trailer is embedded below.

The film stars Paton Ashbrook (daughter of Lorenzo Lamas and Daphne Ashbrook), Brandon Slagle (Kinky Killers, 15 Till Midnight), Dee Martin (Notorious, 15 Till Midnight), Lenny Safko (Methodic, Kinky Killers), Vinny Guadagnino (MTV's Jersey Shore in his feature film debut) as well as Brian Patrick, Elliot Dean James, Tara Punzone, and Lauren Francesca, who has gained attention recently portraying Lady Gaga in Barely Political's popular spoof.

The film was written by Wolfgang Meyer and Adam Vargas.

Below is the trailer, official poster and synopsis:

Official Synopsis

Archaeology grad-student Victoria Keeting (Paton Ashbrook) leads a quiet life except for maybe her interactions with her friend Kimberly Matthews (Maria Cristina), a rich...

The teaser trailer and some early artwork for The Gate of Fallen Angels, directed by Wolfgang Meyer prior to his work on the anticipated 15 Till Midnight, has arrived, and we have a quick look at it for you.

The film stars Paton Ashbrook (daughter of Lorenzo Lamas and Daphne Ashbrook), Brandon Slagle (Kinky Killers, 15 Till Midnight), Dee Martin (Notorious, 15 Till Midnight), Lenny Safko (Methodic, Kinky Killers), and Vinny Guadagnino (MTV's "Jersey Shore" in his feature film debut) as well as Brian Patrick, Elliot Dean James, and Lauren Francesca, who has gained attention recently portraying Lady Gaga in Barely Political's wildly popular spoof.

Synopsis

"Archaeology grad student Victoria Keeting (Paton Ashbrook) leads a quiet life except for maybe her interactions with her friend Kimberly Matthews (Maria Cristina), a rich party girl who is constantly trying to drag Victoria out to night clubs so that she can have an accomplice to not growing up.

Actor Lorenzo Lamas is planning to wed for a fifth time this July after reportedly proposing to his young girlfriend. The former "The Bold and the Beautiful" soap star, 52, and his 23-year-old lover Shawna Craig will exchange vows on July 4 on Catalina Island, off the coast of California, according to the National Enquirer.

A family insider tells the tabloid, "They're marrying at the historic Avalon Hotel. They've planned an intimate ceremony overlooking the ocean with a small reception to follow. They've invited only about 30 people."

Lamas' ex-wives include former Playboy Playmate-turned-actress Shauna Sand, whom he divorced in 2002. Together, they have three children, Alexandra Lynne Lamas, Victoria Lamas and Isabella Lorenza Lamas. The "Renegade" star additionally has two kids from his marriage with Michele Smith, and a daughter from his relationship with Daphne Ashbrook.

Here's a rarity - an alternative version of the intro voiceover to the 1996 Doctor Who TV Movie starring Paul McGann, Daphne Ashbrook and Eric Roberts. Whereas the version we all know and love (?) is provided by Paul McGann ("It was on the planet Skaro that my old enemy the Master was finally put on trial...") the version seen here features a different soundtrack. Here, we see for the first time how Gordon Tipple's voiceover as the Master would have sounded - and even get a brief...