Sarah Michelle Gellar's acting in "Who are you?" is amazing.

The Zeppo being often overlooked is, in itself, ironic.

Your characterisation of s1 Buffy and her unwillingness to die because she's happy makes me so sad for s5 Buffy :(

Tara was a phenomenal character. Her death was very hard to take. Anya was always one of my favorites. I agree that her character was underdeveloped for far too long.

The most poignant part of "Who Are You?" for me is when Faith in Buffy is beating Buffy in Faith and insulting her. "You're nothing! You're disgusting!" She isn't talking to Buffy.

I am wayyyyy over 60 years old but I was, I am and I will always be a Buffy’s fan. The scenarios and the actors were funny, intelligent and «realistic». Most of the caracteres were appealing and likable. Giles, Angel, Xander and Spike were sooooooo handsome and lovable! The creators of Buffy The Vampire Slayer were geniuses!

Fool For Love is probably one of the most well-shot episodes. The cuts are solid and the action scenes aren't frenetic. The scene in slow motion as the vampires walk toward the camera is interesting. If you look at Angel and Darla their behavior and clothing is composed. Even Drusilla has a stately air. But Spike is raw. They have an obstacle in the road and go around it, he however quite literally goes over it. It speaks to an extra level in the character. In his past as a human he was kept from what he wants, as a vampire he can conquer with impunity. Then we are brought back to reality at the end of episode when, first he is humbled again, and second realizes that maybe sometimes conquering obstacles isn't all there is to life(or unlife).

No show will ever compare . I literally watch the entire series at least once a year , I go on a straight binge . I never get bored or tired of watching it .

Spike was always the character that spoke to me and his episode made it more so. Being a vampire didn't change him, it heighten everything he was. And I sincerely believe that he fell in love with buffy at first sight, and if he didn't, she would have been his third slayer kill. But that's just my pov, I could be wrong 😁.

I think Anya's bonding with Andrew of all people in the final episodes of the show was a good finalisation of Anya's character. She didn't get much characterisation (though what she got was of good quality) but she at least ended her life not running away, with a friend, and ready to face the floppy, hoppy rabbits.

Rachel: “number eight. Family.” Me: *starts crying*

I think "Helpless" in S3 is a great Buffy centric ep. it shows she's still strong even without her slayer strength and its the love and support she has for/from her friends/family that sets her apart from all the other slayers that have gone before. (the reason she's died and been brought back twice). plus The way her real dad is absent as per but its Giles who is her surrogate father is so moving.

Kind of off topic, but damn Sarah Michelle Gellar is beautiful af.

I forgot how good Fool for Love was. I’m gonna have to rewatch that. The subway fight scene is amazing.

I would’ve also included the “the body” that was one of the best most raw and real episodes. Acting was so good. And the episode was written beautifully

Is it just me or is it crazy how well SMG played Faith while in Buffy's body? She sold exactly how I expected Faith to act if given the opportunity to start over in her rival's form. She gave such a nuanced performance that I think is underappreciated and underrated. Her Faith rivaled Eliza's that originated it. Never felt like a parody like most "Freaky Friday-Esque" episodes of shows typically feel.

Even through the voices over, I can still here Sarah's "You cant do that! Its wrong". Epic.

7:06 The bit I always remember about that episode is when Spike deliberately sets his chip off by hitting Tara to prove to her family she's not a demon.

The Zeppo is a brilliant episode in my opinion. While laying out Xander's desire to feel important at the beginning and struggling with not necessarily having a role in the Scooby gang he develops his own sense of self by the end. He stopped something that no one else was even aware of because he was on the periphery. There are a few more episodes that demonstrate how Xander is actually fine not being the one with the power because he knows that it's a burden. When Dawn finds out she's not a potential then Xander is the main one cheering her up. He is always on the periphery just watching and the way that he encourages her is just brilliant. Like Xander acts like a sex crazed adolescent through a good portion of the show and he's always making a joke to lighten the mood but let's not forget that he also saved the world. When Willow went dark he was the only one who knew that in order to deal with the pain that Willow was feeling (because that's what it all boiled down to: Pain) he had to love her unconditionally the way that he always has.

Giles insecurity over his position in Buffy's life makes an unfortunate comeback in s7

Don't know why this was only recommended to me over a year after it uploaded, but I'm glad it was. I always liked the Season 3 opening episode "Anne" as a Buffy centric episode. It shows her desire to stop being a slayer and having left everything after killing Angel to once again picking up the Hero mantra and willingly going towards danger to save those in need. She then embraces her Slayer again and heads back home.

Fantastic list. I would included Once more with feeling, since the musical has a lot of emotional development for all the characters...

wow i saw this in my subs and didnt check the uploader so i was like "damn those msmojo lists got really smart and deep"... then i realized it was you LMAOOO. love this video, it's so well thought out and brings up good points

Ok it is nice to see a different kind of top 10 list for Buffy. Everyone pretty much knows which episodes are considered the best by the Buffy Fandom in general but to see a list like this is new! Keep up the good work! Best, Marvin 😀

Anya was always sad ad mis treatedby the Scoobies. Her own episode made a good point on the powerful nature of identity. Also Xander was the only awesome candaid human character ever.

You were SPOT ON with every episode! As a kid, I recorded every episode of Buffy on vhs...I know every episode inside and out. Becoming pts 1&2 and my favorite as well 🤩

Ah! BTVS had some amazing characters and truly was one of the best TV shows ever.

If you keep making Buffy essays I’m so here!

That's so cute how she says that I think I'm kind of gay laughing my ass off I love Willow

Really surprised The Weight of the World didn't make the list, considering it's basically all about Buffy coping with the crushing responsibility she's faced as a slayer, what happens when she fails.

This video is better than what I initially begged to see. Thank you for another amazing video!

This is a solid and well-defended list! I really enjoyed watching! Looking forward to the AtS version.

Buffy was my 1st 'cult' type series following .....loved it + still do!

I'm so glad you included Zeppo. One off the best. Xander was amazing in it. I love all of your choices, too. Great editing!

Buffy "remastered" looks just awful. Better off going with an old dusty VHS then that version!

Great list! I followed you from tumblr and didn’t know you did these kinds of videos. I just rewatched A New Man last week and I love the metaphor of Giles feeling like an outcast and then literally being cast out as a demon.

Even as a young guy, I loved Spike. Looked up to him in a way. Great character. Great actor.

I really love how deeply you look at these characters, love your vids keep up the good work👌👍👍👍

My favorite series. That said, "Storyteller" might be the funniest episode for me. I love it.

Good list and episode recaps, here is my order of the eps you mentioned: 10. Storyteller 9. A New Man 8. Family 7. Selfless 6. Doppelgangland 5. Fool for Love 4. Who Are You 3. Prophecy Girl 2. The Zeppo 1. Becoming I would have included Anne and Angel.

You did a great work in honoring and giving a deep analysis of the best tv show ever made. Brava Rachel! I've other videos of yours and your job is brilliant.

Damn this (great) video... Now I have the urge to watch the entire Buffy and Angel series all over again.

Great work. I really enjoyed the dissection of these episodes and the essay was well presented.

Great work and great use of clips!

Fantastic video! It was put together with such insight and care too. Thank you so, so much for making it!

I love your videos. I hope you keep making them. Videos like this, Buffy videos, are so awesome, and you speak about them so intelligently.

Good job girl... you had me here for 26 minutes... really good video... love from Colombia

So many channels always show the same clips and high light the same episodes. Thanks for doing something new it was refreshing.

I need more Buffy videos from you!!! I know the show's been over for 20 years, but it's still my favorite show, and I firmly believe it's one of the BEST shows that's ever been aired!!! PLEASE 🙏

*Im so glad I ran into your channel! I saw the hair video as well! I subscribed. Amazing 💯*

your videos are so well written and educational. I'm a film student And I think all your content is amazingly interesting!

goddamn that faith dissection hits too close to home :(

Amazing video!!! Keeping Buffyverse alive 🤘

Always was a fan of BTVS and this reminded me of just how much I loved TV back in the day when tv viewing was at its best with this series!! Nothing competes with this show today or since. Great job on this expose of characterization!!! 😁👍

What a terrific list and video. Agreed on all of your choices. Although if there could be an extension to this list I'd add Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered, Sleeper, and the multi-centric character study 'Restless', as a pure exploration of our core four's subconscious emotions and perceptions.

Awesome, thanks for making this.

Really loved your video. Great break downs

Great video well put together thanks so much

IF counting Angel (the series) I think Cordelia has the best character arc of all. Willow is a solid second, I love the season 6 ending when Jonathan is remembering how sweet and timid she was in the beginning. Right before she plows in the them with a truck..."just Willow".

Excellent video. Thank you!

Fantastic job, Rach!

Great Video - Only problem is I now need to creep around my mate to borrow his entire Buffy Collection - DAMN I miss this show! I was already getting old when I first saw it - but DAMN it was SO GOOD!!! (I say old... I was Mid 20's...)... Still love it even now...

Outstanding analysis.

love this channel!

The Gifted, u missed that episode. It was so mature of Buffy to accept death so she can save the world and her sister. Please keep doing Buffy's analysis.

thanks for this video, it was great!

Smart analysis. Love it!

Great video!

Spot on. Thank you, Rachel, for big enjoyment.

Excellent analysis. Just excellent.

12:05 you forgot to mention the amazing acting skills of Eliza Dushku , she nailed it. She was so fucking amazing as Faith and Echo , her best parts and so compelling, remarkable and terrific. Great top 10 , although I never really liked the episodes centered in characters like Giles, Tara or Xander

The Buffy centric episodes are my favorite: Prophecy girl Becoming Anne Helpless The prom The gift

I love Andrew, but I’m still mad about Jonathan’s death.

you have the perfect voice for asmr!

I've been watching Buffy and Angel this year. First time Buffy viewer and second time for Angel, but I have been very impressed. I put off Buffy for so many years because I figured it was the cheesier silly version of Angel. It's amazing. I wish I would have watched both while they were airing. I probably shouldn't be watching this when I still have a couple seasons left, however spoiled anyway thanks to the spouse. Nice video!!

I would have liked more of Eliza's Faith (not Sarah's), but this was a terrific list. Well done.

Awesome video. Are you going to be doing one of these for Angel since I know you love it more than BtVS?

Great analysis, and L-cut.

I would've added S1E7 Angel. That was an incredible first look at the Buffyverse's most interesting character IMO

The line in Who Are You, "because its wrong" is very haunting.

Buffy, Faith, Willow, Drusilla, Darla, Angel, Angelus, Spike, Oz, Rupert, And Wesley have the best stories

Whistler only was around in those two episodes of Season 2 then he just kind of vanished. I guess Doyle took the place of his character on Angel

Since the first episode i saw as a child in the 90s, I loved the show, hasn’t changed since then.

Love Buffy. My favorite show.

I watched all Buffy's seasons 10 times and I never got the "Bored Now" from Willow ! Thanks !

I'm a hardcore Bangel fan but Spike was absolutely a phenomenal character

all these clips using the horrible digital remaster of my favorite show. cringe dvd for life

Though the first two-thirds I just kept thinking “The Zeppo” better be top three or I’m out...lol, and there it was just under the wire. Great job. I think I agree with just about all of your picks.

As a straight white man who is an old fashioned dude that watches sports, plays sports, and plays video games. I would watch TV shows like Lost, Spartacus, Breaking Bad, The Sopranos, The Wire, Dexter, Ray Donavan, Better Call Saul, Walking Dead and The Boys. I told myself that I would never get into a show like Buffy the Vampire Slayer, but one day my wife put it on from Season 1 and she told me to just give it a chance, I rolled my eyes and said ok fine. This was in the early years of my wife and I’s relationship and well before we decided to get married, she had the whole Buffy TV show collection and she definitely wanted me to get into it. I laughed all throughout Season 1 because I found the show hilarious and kinda campy at first, but by the Season 1 finale episode Prophecy Girl, I really was getting into the show and cared about the characters. My wife then said, if I thought Season 1 was pretty good, Season 2 was going to be even better and she wasn’t wrong, I totally got hooked on the series while watching Season 2, it was a damn good season. After my wife got me not the show, I started getting into other shows that she loved like Sex and the City for example lol 😆. I then got her into TV shows like Dexter and Breaking Bad.

Great list

kendras death gets me every time.

This video was just perfect!!! Absolutely spot on with it all and so well analysed! Id probably say number 11 to be Amends - dealing with Angels past/redemption maybe?

Amends is also a great example of Angel, and his past, as well as how he feels being a monster, not a "Righteous Man", yet a kind of Amends to all the characters, what they've gone through, and us viewers by having a look at something as simple, and heartwarming as a silent snowfall over the town, as everyone watches it like a beacon of light, on a road that's only going to get harder. To take in the peace of the moment, just watching the snow fall, letting it be enough hope for them in that moment. ;) (As far as all emotional scenes, and episodes, I cannot watch 'The Gift', it uses a sledgehammer on my heart WAAAAAY too close to home, but without a doubt, What Buffy said was true "The Hardest thing in the world, is to live in it. Be brave, live, for me." even just hearing Chistophe Beck's "Sacrifice" During Buffy's realization as what her Gift is that instumental will bring me to tears w/o fail.)

I loved the vid but how in the hell would “the gift” not be considered Buffy’s greatest character moment? Coming to terms with what it means to be the slayer, finally realizing what the gift actually was and meant, and ultimately sacrificing herself for the world.... come on now. Lol

I could watch this show a million times, and be like, let's make it a million and one!

Not going to lie, if Snyder didn’t die on Graduation day, my favourite episode would definitely be Becoming. Here are my reasons: 1. Angel is the best villain in the series 2. The final fight is just *perfect* 3. It starts spike’s redemption arc 4. The last song is SO FRICKING DEPRESSING (also incredibly picked for the scene) 5. Buffy’s death threat to Whistler is honestly hilarious 6. It starts introducing willow to being a witch 7. Despite my earlier comment about Angel being the best villain, he is also one of the best good guys (honestly, if he was a little less creepy - I’ve said before that he has the best character base but he’s so creepy that it’s impossible to make him your favourite character - and Giles was a little less awesome, he would make my favourite character) so it’s nice to see him again.

Great video! Buffy is one af the greatest series of all time. One of my favoritte episodes is the one where she is in an asylum and must choose between reality and fiction. Very strong episode. And very emotional when the parents see her choose her inner fictional life (or was it fictional.....da na na naaaaa).

Not like I need any reminders that Buffy the Vampire Slayer is the greatest TV show ever, but can I just say Buffy the Vampire Slayer is the greatest TV show ever?

Great list! I agreed with these :) If it were me I would have tried to fit Restless into it

Bewitched bothered bewildered belongs on there