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"The Power of Three" is a more character-driven episode of Doctor Who that 
focuses on the Doctor's relationship with Amy and Rory as they try to live a 
"normal" life. Here's a review with a rating out of 10:

**Synopsis:** Mysterious black cubes appear all over Earth, doing absolutely 
nothing. The Doctor decides to stay with Amy and Rory in their flat to observe
the phenomenon, leading to a period of domesticity for the trio. As the cubes'
purpose remains unclear, the Doctor grows restless, while Amy and Rory grapple
with the idea of a life with and without the Doctor.

**What I liked:**

*   **Focus on character relationships:** The episode excels in exploring 
the dynamics between the Doctor, Amy, and Rory. It delves into their feelings 
about their shared adventures and the challenges of balancing a normal life 
with traveling in the TARDIS.

*   **The domestic scenes:** The scenes of the Doctor living with Amy and Rory
are often humourous and heartwarming. They provide a glimpse into what life 
would be like for the companions if they chose to stay on Earth.

*   **Brian Williams:** Mark Williams returns as Rory's father, Brian, 
and provides some of the episode's most touching moments. His interactions 
with the Doctor are particularly well done.

*   **Kate Stewart:** The introduction of Kate Stewart, played by Jemma 
Redgrave, is a welcome addition to the Doctor Who universe. As the head 
of UNIT, she brings a sense of authority and continuity to the show.

**What I didn't like:**

*   **The plot:** The central mystery of the cubes is not particularly 
compelling. The explanation for their purpose feels rushed and somewhat 
underwhelming. The Shakri, who are set up as a potential threat, 
are ultimately underutilised.

*   **Pacing:** The episode's pacing is uneven. The first half is slow-paced,
 focusing on character interactions, while the second half feels rushed as 
  it tries to resolve the plot.
   
   *   **Lack of a strong villain:** The episode lacks a memorable villain. 
   The cubes themselves are not menacing, and the Shakri are barely present.

   **Overall:**

   "The Power of Three" is a mixed bag. It shines in its character moments 
   and exploration of relationships, but it falters in its plot and pacing. 
   It's an episode that prioritises character development over a strong 
   narrative, which may appeal to some viewers but disappoint others.

   **Rating:** I would rate "The Power of Three" a **6.5 out of 10.** 
   While it has some enjoyable moments and effectively develops 
   its characters, its weak plot and uneven pacing hold it back 
   from being a truly great episode.


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