Buffy as the Flapper is also interesting as its a role constructed in reaction to traditional feminine values. In terms of women's history, this is the first era of sexual freedom in reaction to the Victorian traditionalism of the 19th century. JAZZ AND SEX. Buffy's all improv and wearing black and she stakes men in their sales quotas.
Funny also how Buffy's monologue captures the theme of the title -- "death of a salesman" -- in an extremely literal way. So her role makes sense to Willow, Buffy's there for a reason, whereas what is a Riley Cowboy Guy or a Harmony Milkmaid for?
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Date: 2012-12-01 07:05 pm (UTC)Funny also how Buffy's monologue captures the theme of the title -- "death of a salesman" -- in an extremely literal way. So her role makes sense to Willow, Buffy's there for a reason, whereas what is a Riley Cowboy Guy or a Harmony Milkmaid for?