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Buffy the Vampire Slayer
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Synopsis
The idea of fusing teen sex-comedy and horror genres into a boffo box-office bonanza seems like classic braindead Hollywood-think... but somehow, beyond all reason, the makers of this film manage to pull it off. Much of the credit goes to director Fran Rubel Kuzui (Tokyo Pop) who chooses wisely to let the jokes and action rip by so quickly that viewers won't have time to realize there's practically nothing going on. Also excellent is Kristy Swanson as the bubble-headed cheerleader who learns from a Van Helsing-ish stranger (Donald Sutherland) that she's, like, the reincarnation of this pure female warrior and stuff, destined to rid the world -- or at least the Valley -- of vampires. No sooner is the Buffster being schooled in the ways of vampire butt-kicking (much to the consternation of meek pretty-boy beau Luke Perry) than the lead vampire (Rutger Hauer) and his leering cronies show up -- and leading up the pack is none other than Pee-Wee Herman himself, Paul Reubens. Fans of this film's popular TV offspring will appreciate the fang-sharp humor but may be surprised to find little evidence of the spooky atmosphere that permeates the series -- though there are some inspired moments, particularly the ridiculous death-by-ruler scene. ~ Cavett Binion, All Movie Guide

Cast

Michele Abrams Jennifer
David Arquette Benny
Randall Batinkoff Jeffrey
Candy Clark Buffy's Mom
Rutger Hauer Lothos
Sasha Jenson Grueller
Andrew Lowery Andy
Luke Perry Pike
Stephen Root Gary Murray
Donald Sutherland Merrick
Kristy Swanson Buffy
Natasha Gregson Wagner Cassandra
Paul Reubens Amilyn
Paris Vaughan Nicole
Mark de Carlo Coach
Hilary Swank Kimberly

Production Crew

James O. Barrows Art Director
James R. Barrows Art Director
Randy Moore Art Director
Johanna Ray Casting
James Hayman Cinematographer
Dennis Murphy Co-producer
Carter Burwell Composer (Music Score)
Rob Halford Composer (Music Score)
Marie France Costume Designer
Fran Rubel Kuzui Director
Camilla Toniolo Editor
Jill Savitt Editor
Carol Baum Executive Producer
Fran Rubel Kuzui Executive Producer
Sandy Gallin Executive Producer
J.J. George Music Editor
Kaz Kuzui Producer
Zvi Howard Rosenman Producer
Lawrence Miller Production Designer
Joss Whedon Screenwriter
Claire Jenora Bowin Set Designer
Steve Aaron Sound/Sound Designer
Terry J. Leonard Stunts
Year: 1992
Runtime: 98
Country: USA
MPAA Rating: R
for comic vampire violence and drug references
Category: Feature

Genre
Comedy
Horror

Color type
Deluxe color

Sound
Dolby

Produced by
20th Century Fox
Kuzui Enterprises
Sandollar Productions

Release
July 31, 1992 (USA)
by 20th Century Fox

Awards
2001 - Best Drama Series - American Film Institute