Summer glau

Firefly is Whedon the next big TV show that is a huge success. It is likely that she left an impression on viewers, as this single episode was the catalyst for her becoming an acclaimed actress. Summer Glau's character, River Tam, was a complex character that Glau handled with ease. The character Tam was forced to participate in trials conducted by the government that required her to become an assassin. Tam's emotional control was taken away in direct consequence. In Firefly Glau was able to show off not only her acting abilities but also her skills in fighting. Glau's training as an assassin allowed her the opportunity to use every aspect of her athletic ability. Summer Glau, a trained classical ballerina. A broken toe was the final straw for her as a dancer. Firefly was on only for the duration of one episode, but enjoyed a huge fan base. Whedon was so devoted to the show that he returned after a few years. Summer Glau was still getting quality work in the interim. Her work included TV shows Cold Case and CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.