\t\t\t\tBy way of observing the universality of TV criticism, here’s a piece by a well-known reviewer where I’ve switched shows: Before I add my voice to the din that’s discussing where “Buffy” may have gone astray, let’s first take half a second to acknowledge the obvious: This is one of the best dramas on television, with writing so intelligent and dialogue so strong it laid the groundwork for the current generation of great TV dramas. Furthermore, while most TV writers are willing to grapple with vampires or cheerleading as little as is necessary to make it through the next predictable courtroom or autopsy scene, Whedon has taken on incredibly difficult subject matter with enthusiasm, presenting the bizarre twists and turns of policymaking with humor and no small amount of suspense. Of course now we take for granted that watching a bunch of vampire slayer support group members could be riveting, unpredictable and even touching, but before “Buffy,” making a fictional TV version of the high school office warren look romantic seemed almost unthinkable. Whedon has a unique style, voice and vision; on almost every show, there’s an innovative plot device or a revelatory moment that maximizes the drama of an otherwise dry subject. <\/i><\/p>\n
Now for a free beer, what TV show was this piece written about originally, and for bonus points, where?\t\t<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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