The T.V. Guru

In Buffy The Vampire Slayer, there are many feminist ideals. Take Buffy, the lead character, she is the chosen one. Usually a man would be the chosen one. This changes the face of who can be a savior of the world. It’s always the man to the rescue. Buffy broke that barrier. Buffy is very strong and can kick ass just like a man. She is the leader of her group. She falls in love with a guy who is not as strong physically as she is. Many men are intimidated by a woman who either makes more money than he does or is physically stronger. You don’t think helpless when you think of Buffy. You think a beautiful, strong and independent woman. A modern Wonder Woman. The Amazon woman. When you watch the Buffy show, you get a sense of empowerment. You don’t feel like a fragile creature. The most basic and important feminist ideal brought forth in Buffy The Vampire Slayer is that of equality. There is the role reversal of the woman saving the day for a change. It’s also the idea that a woman can be the hero and not just the one who needs saving.