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Inside Out (2015)
One of the best animated films EVER
I find myself completely baffled looking through the reviews for this movie. Did we not all watch the same film? Boring? Unimaginative? Depressing? I'm shocked and frankly disgusted with how one dimensional and shallow the general public seems to be. 'Inside Out' is not only one of the most visually beautiful animated films I've ever seen but I also feel that it's SO IMPORTANT for children to watch! The writers so expertly managed to fit the complexities of a child growing up and encountering situations and emotions they've never experienced before. Riley is struggling with adolescence and all the horrible awkwardness and sadness that goes along with losing the innocent simpleness of childhood.
I respect this film so much for not underestimating the intelligence of children. Yes, there are some 'mature' themes present in the film. Clearly the writers were trying to convey the struggle many young people have with depression. That's why I feel it's so crucial to HAVE a film like this geared toward the young! What a brilliant way to physically SHOW them what joy, fear, disgust, anger and sadness LOOK like. This film visually details how our minds process emotion and more often than not, how it's impossible to always find the silver lining in a sky full of storm clouds. More importantly, it conveys the message that it's okay to be sad sometimes, that sadness is just as important as joy but not to let yourself get lost inside your own head.
I recommend this movie to anyone in the mood for a cleverly written, humorous, introspective look into the human psyche. If you're only in the market for mindless humor and maybe some catchy songs, move along. This is not the movie for you.
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Inca Mummy Girl (1997)
"You're not a praying mantis... are you?"
This episode is yet another example of why Sunnydale students should never go on field trips. Someone always ends up dying.
Anywho, this was kind of a filler episode, but not a bad one. I totally feel for Ampata, and liked how she and Buffy share(d) similar fates. Also, poor Xander! He really does have the WORST luck with women.
Favorite part of the episode: Seeing Oz (Seth Green) introduced for the first time. I love how he picked Willow out of a crowd of people like she was the only one there. He's definitely a keeper. Was a little disappointed that Angel wasn't in the episode, but honestly, he's in this season plenty enough to keep me satisfied.
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: School Hard (1997)
"Cordelia... have some lemonade."
Exit: Annoying *ahem* Annointed One
Enter: Spike and Drusilla
This episode introduces two of the most interesting characters, in my opinion. Spike is phenomenal. I love the scene in the Bronze when he's watching Buffy through the crowd. You can totally tell he's attracted to her in more ways than one--even if he's not aware of it yet. His and Angel's interaction was a little odd, though, I thought. It was just weird how Spike knew right off the bat that Angel was lying. I thought Angel's act was pretty convincing... And also, what's all this about Angel being his sire? I could've sworn that something in Season 7's "Lies My Parents Told Me" indicated Dru was his sire. Also, Season 5's "Fool For Love" kinda pointed more towards Dru than Angel. Whatever. I probably just misunderstood.
Anyway, Joyce was also awesome in this episode. You can tell where Buffy got a good bit of her rebellious personality from. Not all that gumption comes from her being the 'chosen one.' All in all, a great episode.
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Some Assembly Required (1997)
"He gets to see you in the light..."
Not one of the standout episodes, but good nonetheless. And, really, more than a little sad. Chris (aka unabrow boy) just wanted his brother back, and went about it the wrong, icky, creepy way. His friend was way more evil than he was. Also, didn't he kind of remind you of Egor? Intentional, I'm sure.
What I really loved about this episode, however, was the interaction between Angel and Buffy at the end. It was the first time that I think the audience really gets to see how doomed their love really is. His little speech explaining why he's jealous of Xander is so poignant and sincere. You can tell that he's truly in love with Buffy, while I think she's still in the beginning stages of her feelings for him. *le sigh* I just wish those two had it easier... But, then, I guess the show wouldn't be half as interesting, huh?
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: When She Was Bad (1997)
"I hate that girl!"
Season 2, with the exception of Season 3, is probably the best of the entire series and the first episode opens it up perfectly. I love 'bad' Buffy and her scene with Xander on the dance floor at the Bronze is... well, hot. I love his facial expressions while Buffy's grinding on him. Priceless. Plus, the scene with Cordy in the alley right before she's abducted really helps you see that Cordelia is more than just the bitchy, pretty, rich girl who makes snide comments and whines most of the time. She sees more than people give her credit for--more than even she herself does. I think her acting also really improves throughout this season.
Let's see... My favorite parts of this episode would probably have to be Xander and his constant misunderstanding of what's going on. Examples:
Willow: I mean, why else would she be acting like such a b-i-t-c-h? Giles: Willow, I think we're a little too old to be spelling things out.
Xander: A "bitca"?
and
Buffy: Come to The Bronze before it opens or we make her a meal.
Xander: They're gonna cook her dinner? I'll pretend I didn't say that.
Also, I'm loving Buffy's hair this season SO much more than the last. Less poof, more blonde. However, not loving Cordelia's extreme camel toe pants during her little talk about stains with Miss Calendar in the last bit of the episode. Gotta love the 90s... ;o)
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: End of Days (2003)
Exactly as it should be
I actually have to totally disagree with katie's comment above--though, I do love her summaries. Anyway, it would be totally unrealistic for Angel NOT to appear in the last couple episodes of Buffy. Has everyone forgotten that he and Buffy are SOULMATES? For God sakes, people, there is nothing that will change the way the feel about each other. Not time or space or other significant others in their life. Sure, they may move on and be in other relationships, but that doesn't mean they stop loving each other. I think we all know, that if it was possible, those two would be together. Kind of the very definition of soul mates, right?
I, for one, was extremely disappointed with the way Angel ended. I can't believe Buffy wasn't in the last episode. It left me feeling so incredibly empty. Hello? No closure, anyone?! And you could totally tell that the series was ended in a hurry. That show could've gone on for at least two more seasons... Whatever. Don't even get me started on season 5 of Angel... lol
Back to the subject, this episode was amazingly well done. Angel's surprise appearance made it for me, and Ialways love to see the tension that comes with Spike seeing his oldrival. Plus, now they just have one more thing to come to blows about.Buffy's heart. Which, c'mon now, will always truly belong to Angel. :o)