Review of Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992) by Johnny L — 25 Jul 2014

The predecessor to the incredible television series is mainly for (unintended) laughs.

This review of Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992) was written by Johnny L on 25 Jul 2014.

Buffy the Vampire Slayer has generally received mixed reviews.

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