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Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection F
“Good morning, Mr. Pouty-Pants!”
Written by the late, great Akira Toriyama. He came up with the film’s concept and title while listening to the song “F” by the Japanese band Maximum The Hormone, who had in fact composed the song about Frieza.
Frieza is back from the dead, and he’s bringing his whole army with him, with the purpose of enacting his revenge against Goku.
Why should you watch Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection F
Words: Mat Lovell
Action-packed anime with epic battles
“Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection F” (2015) brings back one of the most iconic villains in the Dragon Ball universe, Frieza, who is resurrected and more powerful than ever. That’s not all it brings back, however. It’s a nostalgic trip back to what many fans consider the “golden age” of Dragon Ball Z and late 90s, early 00s millennial anime.
It’s a thrilling addition to the Dragon Ball saga that offers a perfect blend of nostalgia, action, and character development. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the series, this movie is a well worth your time.
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It continues the story from where “Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods” (2013) left off, maintaining the continuity and expanding the universe. It delves deeper into the much the rivalry and camaraderie of much-loved characters like Goku and Vegeta.
Frieza’s return also brings a fresh dynamic to the story, adding layers to his character not seen in his original run.
Stunning animation with a kick-ass soundtrack
The movie is packed with intense fight scenes that showcase the incredible animation quality and choreography that Dragon Ball Z is known for.
The battles are not just visually stunning but also emotionally charged, giving you some of the best sequences in the entire Dragon Ball series. All of this is backed by an epic soundtrack giving you high octane thrills to accompany the pulse pounding on-screen action.