I’m genuinely surprised. The fact that it originally aired from 97 to '03 was unfortunate timing for me; I was in high school, working full-time to save for college, then attending college while juggling two jobs to avoid debt. When it first appeared, I had a vague awareness of it, and people whose opinions I value—some who adored it, others who really disliked it—had strong feelings about it. That made it seem like something I needed to see, but the years between 97 and '03 were just too hectic. I didn’t get around to watching it until things settled down a bit, which was roughly in '09. By then, though, nobody wanted to discuss it anymore; everyone had moved on. So I ended up experiencing it alone, like a private indulgence. Essentially, this is a television series rooted in B-movie conventions that then subverts those same tropes—and you’ll likely find it wonderful if you appreciate B-movies and their familiar elements. The acting is consistently funny; it's not overtly comedic, but you’ll at least smile during each episode. The stereotypical pretty blonde who typically perishes in every B horror film becomes the powerful heroine. This creates a problem now because people claim that women weren’t portrayed as heroes until 2016, and any recognition of this show will get you labeled with certain offensive terms by those claiming to champion equality—so Buffy doesn't fit into their narratives. ...and it remains controversial even today, but now the criticism comes from the very people who should enjoy it because it was created before 2016. The bottom line is that it’s fantastic from beginning to end. I’m among those who didn’t have a problem with Dawn—and if you're lucky enough to have a good teacher, you’ll learn about its lasting impact on the English language; so there you go, if your dislike stems from the title, here's an academic connection for you. But honestly, who cares? It's simply enjoyable to watch, and isn’t that what matters most?

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