Primary Source 1: Buffy The Vampire Slayer

I think I may start watching this show! For fun. In my free time. After watching the teaser for this series in class, I decided to watch the first episode in its entirety. I gotta be honest; just a short while ago, I wouldn't have watched this show if you paid me money to (just your typical teen girl with superpowers blah blah blah). But I took to heart some of the principles we discussed in class and decided to save my opinion until after I had officially watched the show. I'm really glad that I walked into the series with an open mind because I actually like this show! It's mastered that perfect balance of over-the-top goofiness and a thoughtfully written plot. I love the shows dark humor, and Buffy in particular has a very dry sense of humor. My favorite part of the first episode was when a popular girl from Buffy's new school tried to 'show her the ropes' and explain to her who was cool and who wasn't worth the light of day. Contrary to the snooty girl's advice, Buffy befriends one of the notoriously nerdy girls in the school. I felt that this was a pivotal moment of the episode because it showed Buffy's true colors and values. Anyways, I really look forward to watching more episodes! It's going to be interesting to see how Buffy develops as a character while undertaking her calling as the vampire slayer.