Premise: Journalist Sarah Jane Smith poses as her aunt, virologist Lavinia Smith, in order to gain access to a research centre where top scientists are being held in protective custody.
Notes: This story was the first to feature Sarah Jane Smith (played by Elisabeth Sladen), the first to feature a Sontaran and the first story to be set in the past since in over five years. Bernard Lodge's brand new title sequence debuted here along with the distinctive diamond Doctor Who logo. This made use of a process called slit-scan to give a three dimensional time tunnel effect. For the first time, the Doctor's home planet is referred to as Gallifrey.
Verdict: A brilliant period drama with a science fiction edge and topped off by an excellent performance from Elisabeth Sladen. With the right mix of humour and seriousness, this story succeeds in almost every way 10/10
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