Buffy was a clever hybrid of teenage angst, witty one liners, horror and a major TV series who had a strong female lead. Hoorah! The subjects tackled were not just a fantastical portrayal of good versus evil with a side of slapstick, copious attempts to save the world, hair flicks and shirtless buff vampires. Whedon made sure that Buffy connected with the audience on a universal level with its storylines covering death, mental health, sexuality, suicide, assault and various complex relationships.