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“The Undying Truth: Immortality, Capitalism, and Creepy Bogs”

The Undying Truth plunges Bernice Summerfield and the Unbound Doctor into a haunting adventure centred on a mythical immortal creature known as the Undying. When a scientific team uncovers the creature's body, tensions flare as the team members clash over their discovery, while corporate greed, embodied by the relentless Euphemia, looms ominously in the background. The story weaves a pointed critique of unchecked capitalism, highlighting the dangers of profit-driven ventures that ignore ethical and existential risks.

The boggy setting, brought to life through superb sound design, effectively establishes a creepy, foreboding atmosphere. It’s unfortunate, however, that much of the narrative shifts to interior spaceship scenes, which lose some of the eerie charm. Still, the taunting, mind-manipulating Undying proves a chilling villain, infecting characters and turning them into threats themselves.

Lisa Bowerman and David Warner deliver strong performances, with excellent support from Lois Chimimba and Rosie Day. The Doctor’s sidelining for much of the action creates an interesting dynamic, forcing him to contribute indirectly. While the story builds tension effectively, the climax feels underwhelming, lacking the intense payoff the setup promised.

The tale concludes intriguingly, with the Time Lords intervening to capture Benny and the Unbound Doctor, echoing The War Games.

📝Verdict: 8/10

The Undying Truth is a story that, while flawed, offers a mix of atmosphere, thematic depth, and character drama.