This episode humanizes Darla, shifting her from a standard antagonist to a tragic figure, which sets the stage for the rest of her arc in Season 2.
Angel attempts to save Darla, not just from the law firm, but from the darkness consuming her. However, the firm uses her vulnerability to strike at Angel's resolve. Key Themes and Significance 2x07_Angel
Detailed analysis and reviews of the episode can be found on sites like The A.V. Club and the Buffyverse Wiki . This episode humanizes Darla, shifting her from a
In the present, a resurrected, human Darla is being manipulated by the law firm Wolfram & Hart. She is slowly losing her mind due to the weight of her past sins and the impending return of the syphilis that was killing her before she was first turned into a vampire. Key Themes and Significance Detailed analysis and reviews
" Darla " is a pivotal episode that delves into the 400-year history of the vampire Darla and her relationship with Angel. It serves as a companion piece to the Buffy the Vampire Slayer episode "Fool for Love" (Season 5, Episode 7), which aired the same night and explored the history of Spike.