She knows a sucker when she sees one.
Buffy ist ein ziemlich typisches und oberflächliches Highschool-Girlie, bis sie eines Tages den geheimnisvollen Merrick trifft. Dieser eröffnet ihr, dass sie dazu auserkoren wurde, Vampire zu jagen. Nach anfänglichem Widerwillen sieht Buffy ihre Berufung ein und beginnt für die Vampirjagd zu trainieren. Unterstützt wird sie dabei von dem Motorradfan Pike, dessen bester Freund Benny einer Vampirattacke zum Opfer fiel und zum Blutsauger wurde. Buffy hat bald erste Erfolge bei der Jagd nach den lichtscheuen Kreaturen, doch bald bekommt sie es mit dem mächtigen Vampir Lothos zu tun.
Gesamte Besetzung von Buffy - Der Vampir Killer
Donald Sutherland
Merrick Jamison-Smythe
Donald Sutherland delivered a delightfully quirky and eccentric performance as Merrick Jamison-Smythe in the 1992 film "Buffy the Vampire Slayer." As the stern yet whimsical mentor to Kristy Swanson's Buffy Summers, Sutherland's Merrick is a modern-day Van Helsing figure, imbued with a peculiar charm and a touch of Victorian flair. His portrayal is both paternal and enigmatic, providing a grounded counterbalance to the more flamboyant and villainous vampires that populate the film. Sutherland's Merrick is a source of wisdom and dry wit, offering sage advice with a twinkle in his eye, all while guiding Buffy through her destiny as the latest in a line of vampire slayers. His performance is memorable for its subtlety and the undercurrent of warmth that belies his character's stoic exterior, making Merrick a standout role in Sutherland's extensive filmography and a key component in the unique tonal blend of horror and comedy that defines the film.
Paul Reubens
Amilyn
Paul Reubens delivers a deliciously campy performance as Amilyn, the right-hand vampire to Rutger Hauer's murderous Lothos in the 1992 cult classic "Buffy the Vampire Slayer." Reubens, best known for his eccentric and beloved character Pee-wee Herman, brings a unique blend of dark humor and charisma to the role, crafting Amilyn as a flamboyant and foppish minion with a penchant for theatrics. His portrayal is a memorable highlight of the film, providing a delightful contrast to the more straight-laced vampire tropes. Reubens' Amilyn is both menacing and amusing, with a distinctive style that includes a curly wig and an array of capes, making his performance a standout among the film's colorful cast of characters. His interactions with Kristy Swanson's Buffy and Donald Sutherland's Merrick are particularly enjoyable, as he chews the scenery with relish, adding a layer of eccentricity to the comedic horror elements of the movie. Reubens' turn as Amilyn is a testament to his versatility as an actor and his ability to elevate even the most outlandish characters with depth and humor.