So, I was settling down for a relaxing afternoon alone when my sister appeared holding a single DVD that she'd borrowed. Yup, the first DVD of the first season of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. We decided to watch it all in one go, and sat and watched all four episodes in a row. We didn't check out any of the extras on the disc.
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Welcome To The Hellmouth (1): This apparently picks up from the end of the movie, which I've never seen. That turned out to not be a problem, as the events in the movie are, if not re-capped, certainly explained. We are introduced to Buffy's new crew, and were able to pick out the character that was doomed very quickly. In fact, thanks to our watching of Angel, a lot of the conventions were easy enough to figure out. It was fun, but it was a good thing it ended on a cliff-hanger, as it wasn't really strong enough to inspire watching the second episode without it. 
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: The Harvest (2): This follows the style I expect from a show that doesn't take itself entirely seriously. Lots of the events were foreshadowed a little too well, and it was fairly predictable in parts. I did like how Xander slew his first vampire, though. Not a bad start to a new series, but not an excellent start, either.
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Witch: Ah, this is more like it! Suitably creepy, with nasty things happening to various characters (including the thoroughly unlikable Cordelia), and it isn't Buffy who saves the day at all. It's pure Giles. It's a strong episode that shows the strengths of the entire cast, instead of just Buffy.
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Teacher's Pet: Ok, this one is just nasty. Funny, but nasty. Particularly funny is the kids in the cage bits. There isn't really that much more to write about this one, except I wonder if the mantis' come back to the show? Perhaps I'll find out someday.
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