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{{Infobox film
| name = Buffy the Vampire Slayer
| image = Buffy The Vampire Slayer Movie.jpg
| image_size = 215px
| alt =
| caption = Theatrical release poster
| director = ]
| producer = ]
| writer = ]
| starring = ]<br />]<br />]<br />]<br />]
| music = ]
| cinematography = James Hayman
| editing = Jill Savitt
| distributor = ]
| released = {{Film date|1992|07|31}}
| runtime = 86 minutes
| country = {{Film US}}
| language = English
| budget = $7 million
| gross = $16,624,456<ref name="mojo"/>
}}
'''''Buffy the Vampire Slayer''''' is a 1992 American ]/] about a ] ] named ] (]) who learns that it is her fate to hunt vampires. The film starred Swanson, ], ], ] and ]. It was a moderate success at the box office,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.boxofficemojo.com/movies/?page=weekend&id=buffythevampireslayer.htm|title=Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992) Weekend Box Office|work=Box Office Mojo|accessdate=2007-04-19}}</ref> but received mixed reception from critics.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/buffy_the_vampire_slayer/|title=Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992)|work=Rotten Tomatoes|accessdate=February 6, 2007}}</ref> However, the film become a ] favorite among fans and its writer, ], later created a darker and more acclaimed ].

==Plot==
] (]) is introduced as a stereotypical cheerleader at Hemery High School in ]. She is a carefree popular girl whose main concerns are shopping and spending time with her friends. While at school one day, she is approached by a man named ] (]). He informs her that she is ], or chosen one, and he is a ] whose duty it is to guide and train her. She initially refuses to believe his claims, but becomes convinced when he is able to describe a recurring dream of hers in detail. Over the course of her training, she befriends ] (]), whose best friend has recently become a vampire. Oliver becomes the male equivalent of the traditional "]", being rescued by Buffy or Merrick on several occasions. However, their relationship gradually becomes romantic and Oliver becomes her partner in fighting the undead.

After several successful outings, Buffy is drawn into conflict with a local vampire king named Lothos (]), who has killed a number of past Slayers. Lothos then kills Merrick as well, giving her the motivation she needs to face him in battle. They eventually clash during the middle of the senior dance at Buffy's high school. Through the use of her own unconventional methods, she is able to defeat Lothos and his minions.

==Cast==
* ] as ]
* ] as ]
* ] as Amilyn
* ] as Lothos
* ] as ]
* ] as Kimberly Hannah
* ] as Benny Jacks
* ] as Gary Murray
* ] as Cassandra
* ] as Zeph
* ] as Mrs. Summers
* ] as Jeffrey Kramer
* ] (''uncredited'') as Basketball Player #10
* ] (''uncredited'') as Charlotte
* ] (''uncredited'') as short red haired vampire

==Continuity with the television show==
Many of the details given in the film differ from the ] of the later television series. For example, Buffy's history is dissimilar, and both the vampires' and Slayer's abilities are depicted differently. The vampires in the films die like humans, while in the TV show they turn to dust. Joss Whedon has expressed his disapproval with the movie's interpretation of the script,<ref></ref> stating, "I finally sat down and had written it and somebody had made it into a movie, and I felt like &mdash; well, that's not quite her. It's a start, but it's not quite the girl."<ref>Ervin-Gore, Shawna, "" ''darkhorse.com'' (2001).</ref>

According to the ''Official Buffy Watcher's Guide'', Whedon wrote the pilot to the TV series as a sequel to his original script, which is why the show makes references to events not occurred in the film. In 1999, ] released a graphic novel adaptation of Whedon's original script under the title, '']''. Whedon stated: "The ''Origin'' comic, though I have issues with it, CAN pretty much be accepted as canonical. They did a cool job of combining the movie script with the series, that was nice, and using the series Merrick and not a certain OTHER thespian who shall remain hated."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cise.ufl.edu/cgi-bin/cgiwrap/hsiao/buffy/get-archive?date=19990117 |title=Bronze VIP Archive - January 17, 1999 |publisher=Cise.ufl.edu |date=1999-01-17 |accessdate=2010-08-23}}</ref>

==Box office==
The film debuted at #5 at the North American box office<ref>{{cite news|title= Weekend Box Office `Honors' Tops in a Lackluster Bunch|publisher= ]|date=1994-05-10|url= http://articles.latimes.com/1994-05-10/entertainment/ca-56005_1_weekend-box-office|accessdate=2010-12-28|first=Robert W.|last=Welkos}}</ref> and eventually grossed a modest $16,624,456.<ref name="mojo">{{mojo title|buffythevampireslayer|Buffy the Vampire Slayer}}</ref>

==Home releases==
The film was released on ] in the U.S. in 1992 by ] and re-released in 1995 under the "Twentieth Century Fox Selections" banner. It was released on ] in the US in 2001 and on ] in 2011.

==Soundtrack==
]
The soundtrack was released on July 28, 1992.
# ] featuring ] and ] – "]"
# ] – "Man Smart, Woman Smarter"
# ] – "Silent City"
# ] – "We Close Our Eyes" (originally by ])
# ] – "Little Heaven"
# ] – "]"
# ] – "]"
# ] – "Zap City"
# ] – "]"
# ] and ] – "Light Comes Out of Black"

The soundtrack does not include every song played in the film, which also included "]" by ] and "Inner Mind" by ].

==Remake==
On May 25, 2009, '']'' reported that ] and Doug Davison of Vertigo Entertainment were working with Fran Rubel Kuzui and Kaz Kuzui on a re-envisioning or relaunch of the ''Buffy'' film for the big screen. The film would not be a ] or ] to the existing film or television franchise and ] would have no involvement in the project. None of the characters, cast, or crew from the television series would be featured.<ref>{{cite news|last=Kit |first=Borys |url=http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/hr/content_display/film/news/e3i666afabc28491e6a2f12dfb80c0f7098 |title='Buffy' in for feature relaunch |publisher=Hollywoodreporter.com |date=2009-05-25 |accessdate=2010-08-23}}</ref> Television series executive producer ] later reflected that this story might have been produced by the studio in order to frighten Whedon into taking the reins of the project.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fearnet.com/news/interviews/b19604_exclusive_marti_noxon_on_future_of_buffy.html|title=Exclusive: Marti Noxon on the Future of 'Buffy'|accessdate=2010-07-24|date=2010-07-21|work=]}}</ref> On November 22, 2010, '']'' confirmed that Warner Bros. had picked up the movie rights to the remake.<ref>{{cite news| url=http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/blogs/heat-vision/buffy-remake-finds-home-warner-48105 | work=The Hollywood Reporter | first=Borys | last=Kit | title='Buffy' Remake Finds a Home at Warner Bros | date=2010-11-22}}</ref> The film is set for release sometime in 2012.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.comingsoon.net/films.php?id=71841|title=Comingsoon.net|accessdate=December 10, 2010}}</ref> 20th Century Fox, which usually holds rights to the more successful ''Buffy''/''Angel'' television franchise, will retain merchandising and some distribution rights.{{citation needed|date=December 2011}}

The idea of the remake caused wrath among fans of the TV series, since Whedon is not involved and the project does not have any connection with the show and will not conform to the ] maintained with the '']'' and '']'' ] titles. Not only the fandom, but the main cast members of both ''Buffy'' and '']'' series, expressed disagreement with the report on Twitter and in recent interviews.{{citation needed|date=December 2011}}

In December 2010, it was announced that '']'' actress ] was in talks for the lead role in the upcoming film. However, Whit Anderson, screenwriter on the film, indicated that casting had not begun. When asked about the rumor during the launch of her endorsement of FLIRT! cosmetics, Morris told the TV program '']'' that she was aware of her apparent consideration for the role and was excited about it. Though she did not categorically confirm that she was approached to do the reboot, Morris is not opposed to the idea, provided that production would not interfere with her ''Glee'' duties.{{citation needed|date=December 2011}} '']'' cast member ] also expressed interest, according to an ] interview. As a fan of the original film, Accola said she never watched the TV show, but thinks that the ''Buffy'' film is a "fun girl-power thing".{{citation needed|date=December 2011}}

In December 2011, more than a year after the official reboot announcement, the '']'' site reported that Whit Anderson, the writer picked for the new ''Buffy'' movie, had her script rejected by the producers behind the project, and that a new writer was being sought. Sources also stated that “If you’re going to bring it back, you have to do it right. came in with some great ideas and she had reinvented some of the lore and it was pretty cool but in the end there just wasn’t enough on the page.”<ref>{{cite news| url=http://herocomplex.latimes.com/2011/12/22/buffy-the-vampire-slayer-movie-looking-for-new-writer/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter&dlvrit=63378 | work=Los Angeles Times}}</ref>

==See also==
* '']'', a comic book reinterpretation of the movie script

==References==
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==External links==
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* {{IMDb title|0103893|Buffy the Vampire Slayer}}
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* {{mojo title|buffythevampireslayer|Buffy the Vampire Slayer}}
* {{rotten-tomatoes|buffy_the_vampire_slayer|Buffy the Vampire Slayer}}

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1992 Template:Film US film
Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Theatrical release poster
Directed byFran Rubel Kuzui
Written byJoss Whedon
Produced byHoward Rosenman
StarringKristy Swanson
Donald Sutherland
Paul Reubens
Rutger Hauer
Luke Perry
CinematographyJames Hayman
Edited byJill Savitt
Music byCarter Burwell
Distributed by20th Century Fox
Release date
  • July 31, 1992 (1992-07-31)
Running time86 minutes
CountryTemplate:Film US
LanguageEnglish
Budget$7 million
Box office$16,624,456

Buffy the Vampire Slayer is a 1992 American action/comedy film about a Valley girl cheerleader named Buffy (Kristy Swanson) who learns that it is her fate to hunt vampires. The film starred Swanson, Donald Sutherland, Paul Reubens, Rutger Hauer and Luke Perry. It was a moderate success at the box office, but received mixed reception from critics. However, the film become a cult favorite among fans and its writer, Joss Whedon, later created a darker and more acclaimed TV series of the same name.

Plot

Buffy Summers (Kristy Swanson) is introduced as a stereotypical cheerleader at Hemery High School in Los Angeles. She is a carefree popular girl whose main concerns are shopping and spending time with her friends. While at school one day, she is approached by a man named Merrick Jamison-Smythe (Donald Sutherland). He informs her that she is The Slayer, or chosen one, and he is a Watcher whose duty it is to guide and train her. She initially refuses to believe his claims, but becomes convinced when he is able to describe a recurring dream of hers in detail. Over the course of her training, she befriends Oliver Pike (Luke Perry), whose best friend has recently become a vampire. Oliver becomes the male equivalent of the traditional "damsel in distress", being rescued by Buffy or Merrick on several occasions. However, their relationship gradually becomes romantic and Oliver becomes her partner in fighting the undead.

After several successful outings, Buffy is drawn into conflict with a local vampire king named Lothos (Rutger Hauer), who has killed a number of past Slayers. Lothos then kills Merrick as well, giving her the motivation she needs to face him in battle. They eventually clash during the middle of the senior dance at Buffy's high school. Through the use of her own unconventional methods, she is able to defeat Lothos and his minions.

Cast

Continuity with the television show

Many of the details given in the film differ from the continuity of the later television series. For example, Buffy's history is dissimilar, and both the vampires' and Slayer's abilities are depicted differently. The vampires in the films die like humans, while in the TV show they turn to dust. Joss Whedon has expressed his disapproval with the movie's interpretation of the script, stating, "I finally sat down and had written it and somebody had made it into a movie, and I felt like — well, that's not quite her. It's a start, but it's not quite the girl."

According to the Official Buffy Watcher's Guide, Whedon wrote the pilot to the TV series as a sequel to his original script, which is why the show makes references to events not occurred in the film. In 1999, Dark Horse Comics released a graphic novel adaptation of Whedon's original script under the title, The Origin. Whedon stated: "The Origin comic, though I have issues with it, CAN pretty much be accepted as canonical. They did a cool job of combining the movie script with the series, that was nice, and using the series Merrick and not a certain OTHER thespian who shall remain hated."

Box office

The film debuted at #5 at the North American box office and eventually grossed a modest $16,624,456.

Home releases

The film was released on VHS in the U.S. in 1992 by Fox Video and re-released in 1995 under the "Twentieth Century Fox Selections" banner. It was released on DVD in the US in 2001 and on BluRay in 2011.

Soundtrack

File:Buffy the Vampire Slayer (film soundtrack).jpg
The cover of the soundtrack of Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

The soundtrack was released on July 28, 1992.

  1. C+C Music Factory featuring Deborah Cooper and Q-Unique – "Keep It Comin' (Dance Till You Can't Dance No More)"
  2. Dream Warriors – "Man Smart, Woman Smarter"
  3. Matthew Sweet – "Silent City"
  4. Susanna Hoffs – "We Close Our Eyes" (originally by Oingo Boingo)
  5. Toad the Wet Sprocket – "Little Heaven"
  6. diVINYLS – "I Ain't Gonna Eat Out My Heart Anymore"
  7. Ozzy Osbourne – "Party with the Animals"
  8. The Cult – "Zap City"
  9. Mary's Danish – "I Fought the Law"
  10. Rob Halford and Pantera – "Light Comes Out of Black"

The soundtrack does not include every song played in the film, which also included "In the Wind" by War Babies and "Inner Mind" by Eon.

Remake

On May 25, 2009, The Hollywood Reporter reported that Roy Lee and Doug Davison of Vertigo Entertainment were working with Fran Rubel Kuzui and Kaz Kuzui on a re-envisioning or relaunch of the Buffy film for the big screen. The film would not be a sequel or prequel to the existing film or television franchise and Joss Whedon would have no involvement in the project. None of the characters, cast, or crew from the television series would be featured. Television series executive producer Marti Noxon later reflected that this story might have been produced by the studio in order to frighten Whedon into taking the reins of the project. On November 22, 2010, The Hollywood Reporter confirmed that Warner Bros. had picked up the movie rights to the remake. The film is set for release sometime in 2012. 20th Century Fox, which usually holds rights to the more successful Buffy/Angel television franchise, will retain merchandising and some distribution rights.

The idea of the remake caused wrath among fans of the TV series, since Whedon is not involved and the project does not have any connection with the show and will not conform to the continuity maintained with the Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season Eight and Season Nine comic book titles. Not only the fandom, but the main cast members of both Buffy and Angel series, expressed disagreement with the report on Twitter and in recent interviews.

In December 2010, it was announced that Glee actress Heather Morris was in talks for the lead role in the upcoming film. However, Whit Anderson, screenwriter on the film, indicated that casting had not begun. When asked about the rumor during the launch of her endorsement of FLIRT! cosmetics, Morris told the TV program Access Hollywood that she was aware of her apparent consideration for the role and was excited about it. Though she did not categorically confirm that she was approached to do the reboot, Morris is not opposed to the idea, provided that production would not interfere with her Glee duties. The Vampire Diaries cast member Candice Accola also expressed interest, according to an E! Online interview. As a fan of the original film, Accola said she never watched the TV show, but thinks that the Buffy film is a "fun girl-power thing".

In December 2011, more than a year after the official reboot announcement, the Los Angeles Times site reported that Whit Anderson, the writer picked for the new Buffy movie, had her script rejected by the producers behind the project, and that a new writer was being sought. Sources also stated that “If you’re going to bring it back, you have to do it right. came in with some great ideas and she had reinvented some of the lore and it was pretty cool but in the end there just wasn’t enough on the page.”

See also

  • The Origin, a comic book reinterpretation of the movie script

References

  1. ^ Buffy the Vampire Slayer at Box Office Mojo
  2. "Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992) Weekend Box Office". Box Office Mojo. Retrieved 2007-04-19.
  3. "Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992)". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved February 6, 2007.
  4. Bronze VIP Archive - January 17, 1999
  5. Ervin-Gore, Shawna, "Dark Horse; Joss Whedon" darkhorse.com (2001).
  6. "Bronze VIP Archive - January 17, 1999". Cise.ufl.edu. 1999-01-17. Retrieved 2010-08-23.
  7. Welkos, Robert W. (1994-05-10). "Weekend Box Office `Honors' Tops in a Lackluster Bunch". The Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 2010-12-28.
  8. Kit, Borys (2009-05-25). "'Buffy' in for feature relaunch". Hollywoodreporter.com. Retrieved 2010-08-23.
  9. "Exclusive: Marti Noxon on the Future of 'Buffy'". Fearnet. 2010-07-21. Retrieved 2010-07-24.
  10. Kit, Borys (2010-11-22). "'Buffy' Remake Finds a Home at Warner Bros". The Hollywood Reporter.
  11. "Comingsoon.net". Retrieved December 10, 2010.
  12. Los Angeles Times http://herocomplex.latimes.com/2011/12/22/buffy-the-vampire-slayer-movie-looking-for-new-writer/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter&dlvrit=63378. {{cite news}}: Missing or empty |title= (help)

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