Buffy the vampire slayer

Discuss the television show (or film) Buffy the Vampire Slayer as a feminist hero for contemporary young women. Be specific as to how she empowers women, in what way she confronts and combats stereotypes, as well as how she may at times reinforce gender typing.

Be specific in your arguments

Don’t give me plot summary!

• Be concise and brief: get to the meat of your argument. Tell me what central themes and concerns you noticed.

• Clearly state the name, director, and year of the film you discuss. Refer to the actors’ names as well as the names of their characters.