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Cutie Gatwa's Doctor strays far from traditional portrayals, acting outlandishly and engaging in cringe-worthy flirtation. The episode seems to imply that the Doctor's masculinity is defined by tears, crying scenes, and stereotypical emotional outbursts, rather than bravery, intelligence, or compassion. Instead of subverting stereotypes thoughtfully, it perpetuates them in uncomfortable and unconvincing ways.