One of the oddest entertainment stories of 2021 took place in late November when British Conservative Party MP Nick Fletcher made some unexpected comments during a debate.
Fletcher called out popular entertainment for its gender-flipped reimagining’s of films and TV series, specifically citing “Doctor Who” along with “Star Wars” and “The Equalizer” among others.
He said this has left young men with fewer positive screen role models and “is it any wonder we are seeing so many young men committing crimes” suggesting there’s a correlation.
Those at the debate were left baffled, and now “Doctor Who” actress Jodie Whittaker has offered a diplomatic response when asked about it by Total TV Mag (via Twitter):
“I think it’s on the one hand amusing and on the other unnerving. As much as I like to think the world revolves around me, I don’t think I have that much control.
But there’s a sinister thing for me, and that is women being blamed for the actions of men. That is a very dangerous statement. I think women make excellent role models. Someone being replaced isn’t them being taken away. It’s broadening your horizons.”
The quote comes as the first of Whittaker’s final three special episodes with her in the role has just aired. The actress has already shot her final scenes as The Doctor for the third special which is due sometime later this year. Her replacement has not yet been named.
Finally, the briefest tease has been released for the second special titled “Legend of the Sea Devils” which sees the return of the iconic third Doctor villain several decades since they last appeared on the show. That episode will air in the Spring.
