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Summary: It's about time the best out of all the seasons is out!
Review: BTVS season 3 is the only reason why I'm a crazed fan of this great tv series in the first place. In this season we don't only get to see one slayer fight the living dead but 2 slayers instead! Eliza Dushku ( Faith ) is one of the best reasons to buy this DVD collection. Faith was born to a family that cared little about her. Her father appeared to have left home when she was young and her mother was often drunk and passing out. All Faith wanted as a child was a puppy and some toys but she never got them. Faith's mother often called her a litlle firecracker.
Sometime during her childhood, Faiths mother died, leaving Faith on her own in her hometown of Boston. Some time later, she was called as a slayer after the death of Kendra. During her first few months as a slayer, Faith witnessed the death of her female watcher by the vampire.... Well that's all we have for today folks! All in all this DVD is HOT!
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Summary: I Have to Agree With Everyone
Review: Season three is by far the best Season for Buffy. So many exciting things happened that you could swear it was at least two seasons rolled into one. I LOVE Faith...she brought plenty of action on to the screne with her. I wish she didn't go all evil and all. I've heard she'll be back this season, I hope so. I can't wait for season 4 either...that was another good season but it didn't have as much action as season 3.
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Summary: The *very* long wait is over...
Review: I have been waiting since June for season three to be released, as I'm sure many Buffy fans have. This season is an amazing season, and it's so surreal to own every single episode. The best episodes are "Anne", "The Wish", "Dopplegangland", "Enemies", "Earshot", "Choices", "Consequences", "The Prom", and the two part season finale "Graduation Day." Every episode is a gem though, building the suspense up higher and higher until the final showdown. All the characters mature alot more, help alot more, and Faith is the bad slayer that you just love to hate. The Faith storyline is amazing, and it will leave you wanting more. The picture quality and sound is awesome, and the special features are sweet bonuses. Selected episode commentaries are a treat, as well as the five informative featurettes. The DVD menu is really cool too. So get this today, if you didn't get it the first day it came out like me. And don't forget, this June, the fourth season will hit shelves...where Buffy and the gang head for college, Faith wakes up from her coma, Buffy meets Riley, and Willow falls in love with Tara.
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Summary: Third season's the charm
Review: After a gut-wrenching Season 2 finale, Season 3 had some large shoes to fill; believe me when I say that S3's feet are freakin' huge. The strength of S3 was in the consistency as much as the acting and writing (which were both extremely good). As recent seasons of BtVS have illustrated, the fluctuation between quality episodes and miserable drudgery can be severe. That is not the case with S3, as the cast and crew deliver deft performances time and again. Standout eps include "The Wish", "Doppelgangland", "Bad Girls", and "The Prom". This last episode was most notable for the public recognition of Buffy's heroic role by the student body; the senior class presents her with a glittery umbrella award naming her Class Protector. Though the award scene could be a throwaway moment, it shows the depth and complexity of BtVS beautifully. The assumption up to this point was that the majority of Sunnydale residents were unaware they lived on the Hellmouth; suddenly their "ignorance" of Buffy and the Scoobies' work was transformed into much more human and understandable rationalization. Brilliant. Check out Season 3 and see just how great television can be.
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Summary: 5 stars & it's still has the shrink wrap on it.
Review: What can I say. I am giving season 3 a five stars which gives this DVD set that same rating. Extras are wonderful, but even without them, this DVD would get a 5 star rating. I was of the mind that season 2 was the best. It might be in many respects, but this season completes the Buffy/Angel story-line arc and brings a sad but satisfying end to their relationship and only makes the show that much better in the long run. In other words, this is probably the BEST season yet. More high-school teenager drama will be thrust at you, along with the humor, tension and action that accompanies most Buffy seasons. Season 4 was pretty good, but some of the underground secret army ideas was a little too much, but man, you can't beat Hush! Season 5 had some excellent episodes, with The Body being one that really leaves you num when it's over. In some respects, season 5 was better than 4. Season 6 was okay, but I thought it just got a little too silly. But, after watching it again on FX, I can say that it actually wasn't that bad now that I know exactly what was going on. And many things come back to haunt not only Buffy, but Xander as well, especially his lying to Buffy about Angel in season 2, which resulted in the death of Angel and almost the end of the world. Season 7 is shaping up to be another excellent season. But, back to season 3, the problem the gang faces now is where do they go? Graduation is coming up this year, and oh boy. It's going to be one Hell of a graduation, and Hell is the operative word here. Buffy's Mom has to come to grips with her daughter being the slayer and she does to a point. Buffy has some competition when Faith shows up. I mean, we see Buffy actually getting JEALOUS when the Scoobs start talking with Faith when she first shows up. Pretty funny stuff. Buffy once again is the outsider, if only for a brief moment. But again, the trials and tribulations of someone possibly cooler and more popular than you comes into play and Buffy has to deal with it 5 by 5 as Faith would say. Finally, in this season, we are introduced to the Counsel in body (we already knew about them in speak). We learn that they can be just as evil as that which spawns from the Hellmouth in the episoide "Helpless" in which Buffy loses her Slayer powers, with a little help from Giles. It brings home the father/daughter relationship that they have between each other, but it finally hits home for the both of them. So much so, that Giles loses his job for going against the Counsel to try and save Buffy. Of course, when Buffy's Mom get's inadvertantly involved (and not of her own free will mind you), it really sets things in motion where Buffy realises that soon, she may to have start taking matters into her own hands and forget the Counsel. The interference of the Counsel doesn't stop there. Wesley shows up as the new watcher for Buffy and Faith. Of course, Giles and Buffy have their own ideas on how things should be run. Wesley brings in the "rookie" aspect of being a watcher, and it's hilarious how Cordelia is taken in by the English accent and manner of Wesley. But, that falls apart in a very humorous fashion later in the season. Who would have guessed these two would hook up again in Angel's series? In the Prom episode, all her hard work is finally rewarded. She learns that, even though she tried to keep her Slayer job a secret from everyone outside the Scooby gang, the students, even though most would not say a thing to her or even glance in her direction (except to say, "Wow. There's that freaky girl!"), they knew something was special about her. In a world where kids were shooting each other up (very eerie since this season came out at the same time the Columbine shootings occured), the students at Sunnydale knew wierd things happened. But, Buffy always seemed to be there, saving them from harm and allowing them to live their lives, and for that, they thanked her and recognized her "achievements" at Sunnydale. An excellent episode and Buffy get's her just dues that she has worked so thanklessly for. Everything in a person's highschool years is depicted in shockingly realistic manners. The monsters in many respects signify the problems and hidden fears that highschool kids face. This is really brought to the front in Earshot where Buffy gains the ability to hear people's thoughts. This was another show that was held back due to the awful shootings in Columbine, but it really drives home the point that highschool kids DO have problems, no matter how trivial they may seem to adults and that even the popular ones have problems. It's just that many of them are better at hiding their pain. The main theme in all of the episodes hits home: not being the most popular student in school, hanging out with the "nerds of the school, your parents embarrasing you (Band Candy was HILARIOUS), the trials and tribulations of love that you have, that you want and that you can't have (Willow/Oz, Xander/Cordelia, Buffy/Angel, Xander/Willow, Giles/Joyce! EEK!), ridicule from other more popular students to the point it drives you to almost do things that you normally wouldn't. Get it. Man, after reading my OWN review I think I have come to the conclusion that this IS the best BtVS season yet!
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Summary: I have to wait until June 2003 for the next season??
Review: Well first up to explain the title. There is a flyer inside the Season Three DVD pack that lists June 2003 as the release date for BtVS- Season Four - they really should release these seasons more frequently, because even with Angel's first season coming out in February, there's still five to six months until the next one.
I think that BtVS - Season Three is the most consistently enjoyable seasons of the show. It also introduces the incredble Faith, who clearly represents Buffy's dark side. In addition to this there is also the first introduction to current Scooby gang regular Anya - who I have always had a soft spot for.
The inclusion of scripts is a nice addition, but I would have liked to have seen more commentarues from Joss Whedon. It also strikes me that the DVD menu's for this season are less animated than the previous season. Not sure why this is the case??
With all 22 episodes over six discs, do yourself a favor and pick up this DVD set. I highly recommend it.
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Summary: Excellent series, bad transfer
Review: I was never a fan of buffy, as a matter of fact i hated it until 8 months ago when then Xbox game came out, after that i was hooked. I beat the game, drove to best buy and bought season 1 and 2, and was waiting for 3 until now. The story line of this season is great, along with imporved special effects, and all the crazy action and humor we have come to expect. My only problem lies in the dvd itself, the transfer like season 1 and 2 is bad,i its very grainy, and the picture looks slightly muffled, of course this problem never occurs during BRIGHT outdoor scenes, but most indoor, and every low light scene this shows up in a bad way, its not bad enough to want to skip a purchase, but it is bad enough to mention, and its the only, and i repeat ONLY reason i didnt give this box set 5 stars.
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Summary: The End...?
Review: In Season 3 of Buffy The Vampire Slayer, the show begins with our favorite slayer in another town. She has run away after having to kill her vampire-with-a-soul-who-lost-his-soul boyfriend Angel who had plans of killing her and everyone she cared for. Rightfully unstable, Buffy hides under a new alias and keeps herself tucked away from those she loves, afraid that her very existence would bring them all nothing but heartache. Once again this very first episode sets the tone for the rest of the season. A season that's just as much about reflection as it is about drawing strength from yourself. All of our favorite characters are seen and heard more in these episodes than any others. Xander and Cordelia continuously struggle to make their relationship work. A relationship that Cordelia never 100% feels ok with until the mid/end of the season, just about the time when Xander's eyes start to wander and he shares a "moment" with Willow. Willow is with Oz and they're just the cutest couple. Defining moments for them come when Willow falls back on an old habit (Xander) and when the couple decide it's time for them to take their relationship to the next level. Willow becomes more involved in witchcraft this season as it proves to be a helpful source now, but a much deadlier one in future seasons. Buffy is dealing with the loss of Angel as well as dealing with a fed up mother who's tired of losing control of her daughter. A moment comes earlier in the season when Angel returns from hell with the help of a spell from Willow. Angel clings to Buffy as a lifeline and the past comes rushing back; tugging at our hearts just as much as it tugs at their's. Buffy tries to embrace Faith, the new slayer who strolls into town after Kenda's death. The two make for good pals until the dark side grabs a hold of Faith. Faith tries to set traps for Buffy and introduces her to her sadistic life of slaying with no responsibility and no remorse. When Buffy realizes that Faith can't be trusted and is more dangerous than helpful, it's once again up to Buffy to save the day. Meanwhile, Sunnydale's new mayor known as "The Mayor" has other intentions in mind for Buffy and co. as he sets his trap to kill everyone in town. As his and Faith's plans go awry, they team up together to bring Buffy down once and for all. New characters this season include Faith, The Mayor, Trick and others. Also visiting is vengence demon Anyanka best knows as Anya in later seasons. The standout episode of this season and all other seasons in my opinion is the Christmas episode. After such heartbreak in Season 2 and an inevitable one in Season 3, Buffy keeps on fighting for what she believes in. She's the heroine who's never credited, but in this season, more than any other, Buffy recieves the praise that she deserves. With Angel and Cordelia exiting the show and Sunnydale High and it's principal meeting a most unfortunate demise, this season could have been the end of the show and that would have been alright with me. The show seems to go down hill from here. Not that I'm saying season 4-7 aren't great, it's just not as spectacular as seasons 1-3. Such a satisfying conclusion as them graduating would have made for the perfect ending for Buffy and her friends, but life goes on as it must.
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Summary: The best ever!
Review: Well, the third season of Buffy is definately the best and these DVD's are amazing. No true Buffy fan should be without them. They are a must. The first two season's box sets were great, I'll admit, but the third season is extraordinary. With great episodes from Anne to Graduation Day keeping you enclosed until the last breath-taking minute. It's so exciting and well plotted. And, don't forget the wonderful acting by the amazing cast of the show. Sarah Michelle Gellar, David Boreanaz, Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannigan, Eliza Dushku, Seth Green....and the list goes on. They are all terrific. So, bottom line, this DVD box set is something no fan can live without!
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Summary: one of the best seasons !!!
Review: from first kick to last kiss this season of buffy rocks !!!! in this season the big bad would be the mayor and faith. faith being the the young girl who was chosen to step up for the fallen slayer Kendra. this season also chronicles the love story of soulmates buffy and angel , after angel returns from hundreds of years in hell . if you are a lover of buffy and angels relationship , than this is the dvd for you , this season shows a deeper side to thier love , their love is greater and stronger after surviving angels trip to hell .but in the end their love could survive angel "dying" but couldn't survive him living . moving on this dvd also keeps us up to date on cordelia and xanders relationship aswell as willow and ozs . it also chronicles xander and willows romantic feelings for each other . last but not least it shows faith and buffys friendship along with the end of it , aswell as the transition into the return of angel in which not everyone is so sure that he is fully back to his old self . and of chorse it shows the every day horrors of a student in highschool . bottom line is that this season has all the good elements of a hit show : love , action ,and drama which makes it in my opinion ,one of the better buffy seasons .
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