Review of Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992) by Jenny H — 08 Mar 2009

Only reason I started watching Whedon's show!

This review of Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992) was written by Jenny H on 08 Mar 2009.

Buffy the Vampire Slayer has generally received mixed reviews.

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