Bottom line is, even if you see them coming, you’re not ready for the big moments. No one asks for their life to change, not really. But it does. So, what are we, helpless? Puppets? Nah. The big moments are gonna come, you can’t help that. It’s what you do afterwards that counts. That’s when you find out who you are.
Whistler (Max Perlich) in the superlative supernatural drama Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997 – 2003). Though appearing in only two episodes, it shows how even the most unused of characters could have the best of dialogue.
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You will be surprised to hear that I never watched Buffy! Bad timing in my life with its original TV run. I’ll have to go check it out on Netflix. Love me some Joss Whedon!
I’ve never seen Firefly or Angel so still plenty for me to go too. I only saw a few at the time it came out, but caught up on it recently and really glad I did. Really recommend it.
I really loved this quote and Whistler as a character. I always hoped that he’d show up again
He really left an impression didn’t he. I was reading up about him and he came second on a list of Buffy/Angel stars who could have been used more. I was wondering about my own. Faith and Dawn were such naturals when they came in you almost wonder why they weren’t in earlier. Do you have a favourite one episode character? I’m trying to remember the name of the episode when she recognises the guy she has to kill and he seems like a really nice guy and they have a deep discussion.
Oh yes I really liked that guy too! I don’t remember his name either, but I loved it so much. Hmm a one episode character… It’s been such a long time since I’ve last rewatched the show, that it’s hard to remember. I definitely need to rewatch it soon!
I’m on The Walking Dead and after that is finishing Mad Men and Breaking Bad. Angel is next. I’m sure you remember Buffy pretty well though 🙂
Yeah when I talk about Buffy a lot of things come back, but one episode characters I sadly don’t remember! I’m not sure I would’ve remembered Whistler if it weren’t for your post. Regardless, a rewatch is in order because it’s been too long 🙂 And I hope you’ll enjoy Angel!
Well technically Whistler was in two episodes so you’re ok 😉
Love Buffy quotes! I use to be able to quote the majority of episodes back in the day.
I’m sure you still can 🙂 If you have a favourite one feel free to mention it here.
So many- I always liked from the episode The Witch “I laugh in the face of danger, then I hide until it goes away”.
Nice choice. So many quotes I want to put it. I’ll probably do a Gr8at of Xander quotes at some point too.
LOVE Buffy ❤ great quote!
Thanks. I was a big fan of the show so you can expect far more quotes on here.
Me too homie 🙂
That was a kicker of an ending too with those lines as voice over with the slo-mo and the music and that green jacket.
A really memorable character for sure. I really like Angel in the show and his backstory. I need to see the Angel series now.
I always like to read anything Buffy related.
It was an incredible show. I’d be curious to read some of the longer articles people wrote at the time.
You should watch Charmed if you’re in the mood for something magical and supernatural.
It’s on my supernatural list after Angel. I really want to read your series having seen them.
I know you’ll take to it.