In this musical extravaganza, Sunnydale residents find themselves bursting into song, and flame, when a demon attempts to make Dawn his bride.In this musical extravaganza, Sunnydale residents find themselves bursting into song, and flame, when a demon attempts to make Dawn his bride.In this musical extravaganza, Sunnydale residents find themselves bursting into song, and flame, when a demon attempts to make Dawn his bride.
Emma Caulfield Ford
- Anya
- (as a different name)
Anthony Head
- Rupert Giles
- (as Anthony Stewart Head)
Alejandro Estornel
- Henchman
- (as Alex Estronel)
Storyline
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- TriviaTwo of the show's writers, David Fury and Marti Noxon, have small singing parts. Fury can be seen singing "They Got the Mustard Out" outside the magic shop when Buffy checks to see if other people are singing. Noxon sings about a parking ticket ("I think that hydrant wasn't there") while Giles, Xander, and Anya are walking on the street after Xander and Anya's duet.
- GoofsTara runs into a pole in the Bronze while she is performing her back-up dance to "Something to Sing About." While the pole is not visible in the shot, Tara bumping into something before she goes out of frame in the background is noticeable. Likewise, if you look closely, you can see actress Amber Benson desperately trying to suppress a laugh as she straightens out her wardrobe after bumping into the pole.
- Quotes
Dawn Summers: [excited] Oh, my God. You will never believe what happened at school today.
Buffy Summers: Everybody started singing and dancing?
Dawn Summers: [pauses, deflating] I gave birth to a pterodactyl.
Anya: Oh, my God. Did it sing?
- Crazy creditsAt the end when the Mutant Enemy logo is displayed, the monster sings "Grr, ah" in falsetto (sung by Joss Whedon).
- Alternate versionsThis episode originally aired at an extended length that ran over the hour-long format (approx. 8 minutes over) and was edited down to fit an hour long time slot for each re-airing. The footage cut included the title and overture, Buffy entering the Magic Box and some corresponding dialog, part of the song "I've Got a Theory", the entire song "What Can't We Face," dialog when Dawn enters the Magic Box, after the song "Under Your Spell," and before the song "I'll Never Tell," a verse of the song "Let Me Rest in Peace," some footage in Dawn's bedroom, Dawn's dance number with Sweet's minions, the end of the song "Why Don't We Dance Awhile," a verse of "Walk Through the Fire," dialog when Buffy first encounters Sweet and after the song "Life's a Show," and the song "Where Do We Go From Here" is shorter along with followed dialog between Spike and Buffy.
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What every TV musical should be
As a fan of musicals, I'm always wary of TV musical episodes- so much can go so terribly wrong. But this episode exemplifies the daring, artistic spirit that made Buffy such a cultural icon.
The opening credits and muted old Hollywood aesthetics set the tone for the show. The musical format works so well because of the cohesiveness of the music and plot- there is no filler song, just as this episode is not an "extra". It's pivotal to the season, with revelations that are best expressed in song.
The music is catchy, and perfectly suited to their respective characters. Spike's corny rock ballad "Rest in Peace" is hilarious, shining a light on his angsty feelings toward Buffy. Tara's "Under Your Spell" ode to Willow in her soft new age voice is unexpected and beautiful. I also have to give credit to Sarah Michelle Geller for remaining faithful to her character- as the lead, her performance could have made or broken the show, and she was solid. The entire cast did a wonderful job- they're not professional singers, which makes the musical feel all the more authentic and true to the Buffyverse.
There was much of the characteristic comedy and wit that fans of the show have come to love. Some favorite moments: In the demon battle, Giles very seriously says, "She needs backup!" and Tara/Anya run to Buffy's aid as backup dancers. Spike's part in Walk Through the Fire: "I hope she fries, I'm free if that b*** dies!/ I better help her out." Actually, Spike's everything in this episode was pretty much golden. Oh, and Anya's fear of bunnies is finally explained (I totally get it!).
"Once More, with Feeling" is not only the best episode of Buffy, it's one of the best moments of television.
The opening credits and muted old Hollywood aesthetics set the tone for the show. The musical format works so well because of the cohesiveness of the music and plot- there is no filler song, just as this episode is not an "extra". It's pivotal to the season, with revelations that are best expressed in song.
The music is catchy, and perfectly suited to their respective characters. Spike's corny rock ballad "Rest in Peace" is hilarious, shining a light on his angsty feelings toward Buffy. Tara's "Under Your Spell" ode to Willow in her soft new age voice is unexpected and beautiful. I also have to give credit to Sarah Michelle Geller for remaining faithful to her character- as the lead, her performance could have made or broken the show, and she was solid. The entire cast did a wonderful job- they're not professional singers, which makes the musical feel all the more authentic and true to the Buffyverse.
There was much of the characteristic comedy and wit that fans of the show have come to love. Some favorite moments: In the demon battle, Giles very seriously says, "She needs backup!" and Tara/Anya run to Buffy's aid as backup dancers. Spike's part in Walk Through the Fire: "I hope she fries, I'm free if that b*** dies!/ I better help her out." Actually, Spike's everything in this episode was pretty much golden. Oh, and Anya's fear of bunnies is finally explained (I totally get it!).
"Once More, with Feeling" is not only the best episode of Buffy, it's one of the best moments of television.
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