Doctor Who superfan Lizo reviews the 11th episode of the fourth series - Turn Left.
Just like last week, The Doctor and Donna are relaxing on an alien planet. But this time it's Donna's world that is turned upside down.
Her life takes a dramatically different turn, and the Earth is struck by a series of disasters. The only person who can help is Rose Tyler.
Billie's back as Rose!
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After a series of brief glimpses, Rose is finally back, almost two years after she was trapped in another universe. But something terrifying is happening across all universes, and Rose has to help Donna try to put things right.
The last episode was centred almost entirely on The Doctor, and this week it's Donna's turn, with a welcome spotlight thrown on her family.
But even though there's hardly any of The Doctor in the story, the role he plays in helping humanity has never been clearer.
Donna has a tough time ahead
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Still, Catherine Tate is really given a chance to shine here, and she doesn't waste it, giving her best performance of the series as she and her family are pulled in all directions.
And she learns things about herself that she's never suspected.
In the previous episode Midnight, we saw humans at their worst when under pressure. This time, we see people at both their worst and their best as crisis after crisis hits the Earth.
What's going on here?
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This is an episode that will be enjoyed most by fans who've followed the series and all the happenings in the Doctor Who universe over the past four years.
And with only two episodes remaining in the series after this one, Turn Left promises great things for the series's two-part finale.
Four and a half out of five
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Your Comments
"This was very scary, I think it could be the best. Catherine played a good part and I think she is very funny, but I also think that it was strange without the Doctor"
Neelam, 13, Birmingham, England
"I thought that it was a cleverly written episode. I thought that Donna was going to die; it was really scary and made my mum cry. 10 out of 10"
Jessica, 9, St. Albans, England
"It was pretty good, the best so far this series. I liked the fact that Rose seemed more grown up and surviving without the Doctor. I can't wait for next week's episode, a return of Rose, Martha, Sarah Jane and the Torchwood team!"
Helen, 13, Newport Pagnell
"I thought it was really good. In fact, I thought it was one of the best so far. Rose has come back. SHE IS THE BEST. It was wired at the start and then it got better!!!!"
Josh, 12, Tonbridge, England
"It was just AMAZING! I liked the fact it highlighted how brave we can be when the going gets tough!"
Caitlin, 11, Derby, England
"I can't believe Rose has come back, it's been a two-year break which is a bit too long for people to remember her."
Lotte, 10, Chelmsford, England
"It was my favourite Doctor Who episode of all time! I was shocked when the Doctor revealed what Bad Wolf meant (the end of the universe). The trailer for next week's episode looks like the best ever episode in the history of Doctor Who!"
Adam, 11, Solihull, England
"Absolutely amazing! Really cool how everything from the last two series links together and of course Rose is back! The only bad thing is I have to wait a week for the next episode..."
Rachel, 12, London, England
"Doctor Who was really weird! I didn't get it. Anyone out there who did?"
Ellie, 12, London, England
"Truly amazing!!!! It had me watching it over and over again. I enjoyed the return of Rose and every actor acted phenomenally, 11/10."
Alana, 11, Manchester, England
"I loved the last Doctor Who but it was not very scary like a normal Doctor Who for me. Also it was very exciting!"
Sophie, 8, Portsmouth, England
"That was the best episode so far!"
Nour, 12, London, England
"Another outstanding episode. Catherine Tate gives it her all and does splendidly, making even the most deadly serious of predicaments humorous. The storyline was never guessable, even if it may have been a little too confusing for some, and the "labour camps" scene nearly brought tears to my eyes. I can't wait til next week!"
Sophie, 13, St. Helier, Jersey
"It was full of surprises. The end is quite spooky and I can't wait for the next episode."
Sunil, 10, Hillingdon, England
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