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Name of text:  Doctor Who

Date/Time: Saturday 15th September 7:30 PM

Where did you find it: BBC One

Genre: Science Fiction with elements of Comedy and Romance

What is its purpose: Entertainment

Institution producing text: BBC

Target audience: Doctor who targets a wide range of audiences because it has been showing since the sixties and has a large almost cult following and has become and iconic part of British pop culture  It is aimed at both men and women although some would lean more towards it being targeted to men because sci fi is typically a male dominated genre but many more young girls are staring to watch it these days, this could be because of the younger more attractive actor they have hired to play the doctor or simply just because they enjoy the show. It is intended and written as a family  friendly show because it is on before the watershed and there is no graphic violence or swearing so the ages would range from around six to late sixties.

Your reaction to the text: I enjoy it because i think the story lines are well executed and always interesting, the performances from the recurring and minor cast is always amazing and believable  the plot is full of twists and turns that keep you watching and guessing. I also enjoy how the doctor regenerates every so often and finds new companions because even though i get attached to the characters and the actors its good for them to switch it it up and keep it new because if it was just the same actor and the same one companion for seven seasons it could end up getting boring.

Why would people consume the text:  Some people will consume it for the original story lines because it is unlike any other show on TV at the moment and is never repetitive and will  have new monsters for the doctor to face, there is also never a dull episode there is always action and adventure they may also watch it because the doctor regenerates every so often and this keeps the show fresh, interesting and keeps the audience watching. People who were children when it first started showing (or even when the reboot started) would watch it because its a significant part of their childhood and they might enjoy the nostalgic elements that come with it because some of the old enemies like the Daleks and Cybermen and still featured in some seasons, they could also watch it to see how the new seasons have changed and if they will continue watching it since the reboot. Sci-Fi fans might watch it because of its reputation and how it has become an iconic show for its genre and want to see if it will live up to the expectations they have of it. Fans of certain actors may also watch it because many people started watching it when David Tennant was cast and have continued to watch it because they enjoy it even though he is no longer part of the cast, they might also watch the show to support their favourite actors.

Could some people react differently to the text and how:  People who are not fans of the genre will not enjoy doctor who as even though it has elements of many other genres it is mainly a sci-fi show. Others many  like it because watching a show like doctor who can make you seem like a nerd and they care highly of what others think of them. Fans of the old series may not want to watch it because they don't feel as connected to it as they did back in the sixties this could be because of the new writers or even the new doctor as they might not think he is as good as the others.