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“I do sometimes watch 'Dr. Who' and while the stories barely make sense, if at all, the doctor is such great company I don't care.” quote by John Shirley
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“I do sometimes watch 'Dr. Who' and while the stories barely make sense, if at all, the doctor is such great company I don't care.”

John Shirley

About This Quote

Source TV Show: Doctor Who (various episodes)

The speaker enjoys the company of the Doctor despite the plot's incoherence, valuing character over narrative logic.

In simple terms: Character can outweigh story quality.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate good company even in flawed contexts.

Themes

friendship entertainment character appreciation

Mood

amused content reflective

Type

observational personal

When to use this quote

  • watching TV
  • seeking companionship
  • ignoring plot holes

Key Concepts

media consumption subjective enjoyment

Questions to Reflect On

  • What makes a character compelling enough to overlook plot flaws?
  • Do you seek companionship in other media?
A Different Perspective

If the story is terrible, the character may not rescue it.

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