[Tom4784]

I think they'll definately have a few elements of the series in, I can see Angel or a character like him being in so they can milk the Twilight phase. If they want it to work they need to bring as many backstage crew from the show back as possible. Without Joss they'll need as many people who are familiar with the Buffyverse as possible to keep to authentic to that world.

I can see why they are using a new cast, and I don't think that's a bad thing if they cast well. It just can't be like the original film.