Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Series 7 Part 2 [1998] | ![Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Series 7 Part 2 [1998]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51XPKKR2P6L._SL500_.jpg)
| Directors: Alan J. Levi, David Fury, David Grossman, David Solomon, Douglas Petrie
Actors: Sarah Michelle Gellar, Nicholas Brendon, Emma Caulfield, Michelle Trachtenberg, James Marsters
Studio: 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment
Category: Video
Used (8) from £9.20
Rating:  22 reviews
Sales Rank: 1932
Format: Box Set, Pal
Rating: Suitable for 15 years and over
Media: VHS Tape
Discs: 3
Number Of Items: 3
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.1
Dimensions (in): 8.2 x 5 x 3.7
EAN: 5039036014267
ASIN: B0000BXBYM
Theatrical Release Date: March 10, 1997
Release Date: September 8, 2003
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Amazon.co.uk Review
So that's it. The second half of Buffy the Vampire Slayer's seventh and last series confirms what we'd always half-suspected--that the whole arc of the show would turn out to be Buffy's education to the point where she makes a momentous world-saving and world-changing decision. Buffy was always a show about female empowerment, but it was also a show about how quite ordinary people can decide to make a difference alongside people who are special. And it was also a show about people making up for past errors and crimes. So, for example, we have the excellent episodes "Storyteller"--in which the former geek/supervillain Andrew sorts out his redemption while making a video diary about life with Buffy--and "Lies My Parents Told Me"--in which we find out why a particular folk song sends Spike crazy. Redemption abounds as Faith returns to Sunnydale and the friends she once betrayed, and Willow finds herself turning into the man she flayed. Above all, this was always Buffy's show. Sarah Michelle Gellar does extraordinary work here both as Buffy and as her ultimate shadow, the First Evil, who takes her face to mock her. This last set is the fine ending to one of television's most remarkable shows. --Roz Kaveney
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| Customer Reviews: Read 17 more reviews...
 The best ever... October 8, 2004
M. Peters (Liverpool/ London, UK)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I loved this series. I feel that it's all about the end of an era of Buffy and Buffyverse. If I could have the Buffster back I would. Unfortunately, I will have to settle for the collection instead.
 Typifies the best and worst of "Buffy" (spoilers) September 7, 2004
Alain English (London, England)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
The final end to "Buffy The Vampire Slayer" comes with these last twelve episodes, this boxset including the episode "Showtime" that was unfortunately omitted from Part 1. The episodes typify the best of Buffy (engaging story and characters), and the worst (unnecessary cast additions, and logic problems).Sarah Michelle Gellar turns in a teriffic performance as Buffy, especially in the episodes "Get It Done" where she discovers the true origins of the Slayer and the season finale "Chosen", where she makes a decision that changes her fate forever. She is given fine support by her fellow regulars Alysson Hannigan, Nicholas Brendon, Anthony Head et al. The return of Eliza Dusku's rogue Slayer Faith is also welcome, and adds some interesting tension between the characters. Ensouled vampire Spike (William Marsters) becomes a complete character in this season. The episode "Lies My Parents Told Me" shows what really turned this sensitive poet into a bloodthirsty demon: killing his mother. It's a wonderful episode, rounding off his character while setting him up for his role over on "Angel". The last-minute introduction of preacher Caleb (Nathan Fillion) is something of a double-edged sword. While he's an interesting addition to the series gallery of misogynistic bad guys, his presence severely blunts the impact of the main villain, the First. Furthermore, some episodes feature plot twists that are not adequately set up beforehand. But these are minor quibbles. The series last episode, "Chosen", completes the story in a suitably epic, grandiose fashion. Goodbye, Buffy, it was nice knowing you.
the end!!!!! July 13, 2004
Mr. Timothy Wilton
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
sadly it is the end of buffy, but at least it goes out with a bang (well an explosion) this is by far one of the best series and definately the best series ending. it is so inventive and as always its just good fun to watch, there are as many laughs, innuendos and of course slaying with this great storyline. For anyone who has ever liked buffy this box set is vital viewing.
 Isn't there supposed to be something else? March 3, 2004
1 out of 6 found this review helpful
First of all, this is not a criticism of the final season of Buffy. But isn't there supposed to be something else?
Maybe I wanted to see something completely different. For example, I would like the reasons why Spike could hit Buffy in season 6 explained - after all his chip may have been going awol, but he still couldn't hit other humans. Perhaps an insight into why wouldn't have gone amiss.
I saw an interview with one of the writers who said they were going to explore Buffy Gone Bad in Season 7, but this didn't come about. Instead we got a tale of woman empowerment throughout the whole season. I'm all for Woman Empowerment but so much emphasis was placed on this and it made the whole season drag!
Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed this season but I just felt they could have made it so much more. In seasons 4 & 5 they showed us how far they can go with magic/wicca and in season 6 they showed us just how weird they could go. Why not have combined the two areas and come up with something a little more potent?
As for the episodes, the energy starts off at full pelt and for the first few all looks good in the Buffy-writing-verse. But then it trails off throughout before picking up for the final couple of episodes. The final episode is without doubt the best one this season, but I was still left felt empty, almost cheated, expecting more.
This season really is the one to complete your collection, but if you are new to Buffy then rest assured there are amazing seasons earlier - notably 2 and 3. And 5. 4 wasn't too bad either. Oh, and 1 was the start of it all so I can't miss that one out.
Fire Bad, Tree Pretty.
 Spuffy no more January 8, 2004
Mrs. Mildred N. Collins
5 out of 17 found this review helpful
When Buffy started it had a heroine who was bright, funny, and caring surrounded by brave friends who entertained us with witty and original episodes. It ended with a dislikable woman more concerned with her own pain, pushing away those who'd loyally stood by her for years. Lowlights include the obession with Spike to the exclusion of Giles and Xander, the pointless introduction of Wood, Andrew and Kennedy, Faith's return (Eliza's always welcome but they gutted the character, compare with her return to Angel S4), an awful enemy, and a terrible illogical ending. Buy Angel S4 instead. It had original plotlines, great villians, and great characterisation. Everything Buffy S7 didn't have.
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