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Join Rachel Ruzzo (ADFD Cast, Geek by Night) as she talks with Paul Maki (Javert), Kinsey (Jinx), Brian Brown (Giles), Tabz (Anya, Producer), Kevin Cummings (Rich) about episode 11 of Buffy Between the Lines.
This episode was edited by Kinsey.
A Review of Episode 8 - The Other Half of Me
I’m sure there isn’t one of us out there who hasn’t wondered how the other half lives. Just a momentary glance into the mind of the opposite sex, you know, for a little looksie. In episode eight, “The Other Half of Me,” Xander Harris does just that after he is magically transfigured into a softer, curvier version of himself. (Herself?) After being mistaken for Spike by the Bian Xing demon, Xander wakes up to find himself in someone else’s shoes. Shoes that just so happen to be heels. And it’s up to the Scoobies to find a way to get him back before it’s too late.
I think the cast and crew made a bold move with this particular episode. A show like this could have easily become a caricature or a silly stereotype. And while the writers did allow themselves to have some fun, they kept the heart of the story in tact. I’d also like to credit a large portion of what made this work to Chris O’Connor, the actor who has brought Xander to life for this series. Many actors being asked to portray the opposite sex would take things too far, and blow certain characteristics out of proportion. Chris managed to find a nice balance and make Xander’s female persona sound feminine, without turning it into a joke, which would have taken away from the episode.
Along with Xander’s misadventures, we also get another hard look into the conflict that Willow is dealing with after being thrust into her current leadership role. The stress is taking its toll on her, and she seems to be teetering between feeling lost and inept to a powerful and in control mamma-jamma. All the while, growing closer and closer to her magic addiction.
As the season draws closer the finale, tensions are beginning to rise, and it’s clear that things are going to be coming to a head soon. As Giles wisely observes, “Sometimes people in grief turn to the darker side of magic to solve their problems.” Reminding us all just what exactly everything is leading up to. And I, for one, can’t wait to see just how BBtL is going to get us there.
Quote of the Episode Award goes to:
Anya: I was really looking forward to being a lesbian. We could share clothes and watch stick flicks.
Present Memory on May 15th, 2008 | File Under Episode Reviews | No Comments -Very special thanks to our fan - John the rogue demon Hunter for this exteremly kick ass opening credits video.
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Tabz on May 13th, 2008 | File Under Fan Creations | 3 Comments -
Hi guys!
I’m very happy to announce our partnership with this year’s Can’t Stop the Serenity screenings!
Buffy Between the Lines is offering a role on one of our Season 2 Minisodes. So if you’ve ever wanted to have a guest spot here’s your chance!
If you haven’t been to a Serenity screening, this your chance to go. Find out more at http://www.cantstoptheserenity.com
Tabz on May 13th, 2008 | File Under Misc. | No Comments -
by Beer Good Foamy
Dawn’s missing, men all over Sunnydale are showing up dead and the BuffyBot goes a little haywire. Can the scoobies find Dawn, work on resurrecting Buffy and deal with their Sunnydale’s newest threat?
Intro by Kim from the Four Color Heroines podcast
Promos:
PG Holyfield and Mur at Raleigh writing panel.
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Tabz on May 10th, 2008 | File Under Episode | No Comments -
