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Amazon.co.uk Review
So that's it. The second half of Buffy the Vampire Slayer's seventh and last series confirms what we'd always half-suspected--that the whole arc of the show would turn out to be Buffy's education to the point where she makes a momentous world-saving and world-changing decision. Buffy was always a show about female empowerment, but it was also a show about how quite ordinary people can decide to make a difference alongside people who are special. And it was also a show about people making up for past errors and crimes. So, for example, we have the excellent episodes "Storyteller"--in which the former geek/supervillain Andrew sorts out his redemption while making a video diary about life with Buffy--and "Lies My Parents Told Me"--in which we find out why a particular folk song sends Spike crazy. Redemption abounds as Faith returns to Sunnydale and the friends she once betrayed, and Willow finds herself turning into the man she flayed. Above all, this was always Buffy's show. Sarah Michelle Gellar does extraordinary work here both as Buffy and as her ultimate shadow, the First Evil, who takes her face to mock her. This last set is the fine ending to one of television's most remarkable shows. --Roz Kaveney
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
Buffy the Vampire Slayer has probably surpassed many people's expectations as TV series - despite having a small audience, the show and its stars have become modern pop culture icons. Last year they grew up, dealt with sex, death and addicition. As this season starts, all the characters must come to terms with their demons.
Buffy is now training Dawn, and gets a job as a student counsellor; Xander gets all professional and successful; Willow learns to cope with her power; Anya struggles to get into the vengeance game again; and Spike is insane in the basement.
Season Seven is the shows most consistently entertaining season since Season Three. The re-building of Sunnydale High, the return of the Hellmouth and the re-introduction of standalone stories gives it a back to basics feel. This is quick-witted stuff, never failing to be dramatic or emotional, but always keeping the cheeky humour. The first 11 episodes set up what will become the seasons main story arc, involving the re-opening of the Hellmouth. There are some dark hints, building to pretty horrific clues, about what exactly the Scooby gang will be facing at the end of the season.
There isn't a single episode in this collection that I would call less than "very good". The show has wavered in the past, but here, Buffy's on top form. Single best episode from this collection? Possibly Selfless - Buffy and Anya come to blows, with Anya being a murdering demon and all.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
I recently bought the 1st part of series 7 on video. On the whole this is fantastic although it is probably overall my least favourite series of BTVS. HOWEVER! I have an episode missing... it skips straight from 'Bring on the Night' to 'Potential', missing out 'Showtime'. Is my version a one-off? Be careful when you buy and make sure you check before handing over any money!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
Please note that this is not a review about the quality of the actual episodes (as they are better than ever), I bought this box set today (14/07/03) and have just gotten to the last episode which is supposed to be "Showtime", however it seems that someone has fudded up here because that episode is completely missing and as a result the next episode "potential" is now in its place (Potential should be on the next box set). As a result of this there is a gaping plot hole that is ruined by the intro to "potential" which shows how "Showtime" ends as well as the introduction of more S.I.T.s to the show and the rescue of Spike! I hope it's only the box set I have but it seems someone has messed up big time! (The episodes are still cool though)
Most Recent Customer Reviews
The end is here
After finshing in 2003 Buffy still gets my vote as one of the best american tv shows to come to our screens. Read more
Published 1 month ago by kathleen
The best ever...
I loved this series. I feel that it's all about the end of an era of Buffy and Buffyverse. If I could have the Buffster back I would. Read more
Published on 8 Oct 2004 by M. Peters
Typifies the best and worst of "Buffy" (spoilers)
The final end to "Buffy The Vampire Slayer" comes with these last twelve episodes, this boxset including the episode "Showtime" that was unfortunately omitted from Part 1. Read more
Published on 7 Sep 2004 by Alain English
buffy
All of the buffys have been great and this season is no exception. It's brilliant and enjoyable for many different types of people. I love it!!
Published on 20 July 2004 by "coolbecky1989"
the end!!!!!
sadly it is the end of buffy, but at least it goes out with a bang (well an explosion) this is by far one of the best series and definately the best series ending. Read more
Published on 12 July 2004 by Mr. Timothy Wilton
Isn't there supposed to be something else?
First of all, this is not a criticism of the final season of Buffy. But isn't there supposed to be something else?
Maybe I wanted to see something completely different. Read more
Maybe I wanted to see something completely different. Read more
Published on 3 Mar 2004 by "roberti26"
Spuffy no more
When Buffy started it had a heroine who was bright, funny, and caring surrounded by brave friends who entertained us with witty and original episodes. Read more
Published on 8 Jan 2004 by Mrs. Mildred N. Collins
Missing Episode
i love this season of buffy and the box set is brill however i was sevearly annoyed to find that the last episode SHOWTIME was missing and the episode POTENTIAL was in its place. Read more
Published on 29 Dec 2003 by Owen Toner
End of an era! (WARNING: SPOILERS!!)
So that's it. No more Buffy! At least she went out with a bang. A war to end all wars. The Hellmouth is finally closed and Buffy has survived it. Read more
Published on 23 Nov 2003 by Emily Hogarth
One of the Strongest Season Goes out with a Bang!
Expectations for this season of Buffy may have been different to what fans recieved from Joss Whedon, however it far exceeded those expectations making for a brilliant opening to... Read more
Published on 2 Nov 2003 by Pete
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