Contrary to previous reports it has now been officially confirmed that the DVD release of Classic Doctor Who Patrick Troughton story 'The Ice Warriors' will have both it's missing episodes animated.
The company being brought in to handle the animation is called Qurios. This is particularly good timing as the Ice Warriors are set to return to Doctor Who this year for the 50th Anniversary in a story written by veteren Who writer Mark Gatiss, set on a submarine.
The current release date is set as 26th August 2013. But that may change.
The current release date is set as 26th August 2013. But that may change.
Here's a sample of the "work in progress"animation:
Qurios Entertainment’s previous work includes visual effects for sci-fi sitcom Hyperdrive, puppet comedy Mongrels and titles for Doctor Who DVD extra series Who Peter. Veteran producer of the classic Who range, Chris Chapman has overseen the animation, Niel Bushnell is the producer for Qurios and the animation director is Chris Chatterton.
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| An Ice Warrior, Jamie, the Doctor, & Victoria. |
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1 comment:
I am not hugely fond of The Ice Warriors, I found it a bit dull when I watched the old reconstruction. But maybe if it has animated episodes, I might consider buying it.
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