All time Quote by Harlan Ellison
“Star Wars is adolescent nonsense; Close Encounters is obscurist drivel; ‘Star Trek’ can turn your brains into puree of bat guano; and the greatest science fiction series of all time is Doctor Who! And I'll take you all on, one-by-one or all in a bunch to back it up!”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 1995, The New York Times
The speaker critiques popular sci‑fi franchises, then champions Doctor Who as the ultimate series, urging a comparative analysis.
In simple terms: He dismisses some shows and praises Doctor Who above all.
Key Takeaway
Consider why Doctor Who stands out for you.
Themes
critique
comparison
enthusiasm
Mood
defensive
passionate
Type
critical
enthusiastic
When to use this quote
- TV review
- podcast discussion
- blog post
- forum debate
Key Concepts
media criticism
genre hierarchy
fan culture
Questions to Reflect On
- Which series truly reshapes your imagination?
- How do personal biases shape media rankings?
A Different Perspective
The assessment may be overly subjective and dismissive of other fans.