By Always Samsung "ravereviews" (New York, NY)
When anyone looks back at music, movies, or TV Shows that define a generation - Dragon Ball/DBZ surely pops into anyones mind. Of course, this series made its way to US shores in the 1990's, but it sure is a memorable one that not many anime fans can never forget. The series which lasted on Japanese TV for ten years and spawned over four-hundred TV episodes, toys, countless movies, and merchandise, etc. is now once again available in DVD format with a collection of the Dragon Ball movies. This is the first time that the set will contain the 'Blood Rubies' movie, while previous releases didn't. It also contains the last DB movie released in 1996 to commemorate the shows ten years anniversary and success. That movie, 'The Path to Power' is basically the enture first season of the show condensed into a ninety minute movie that contains top-notch movie animation quality that runs way smoother and fluid than the series ever did. If you are already a fan and own all of these, i'd suggest you save a few bucks and skip it. However, if you are a must have die-hard DB fan than this is a worthy compliation to add to one's DB collection. If you are new to the series, this is a good set to start off on. Also check out the DB DVD box sets that are now available and have all 153 episodes of the series at very affordable prices. Watch the show that captivated the world, started a phenomenon and introduced the US to what Japanese anime really is.
When anyone looks back at music, movies, or TV Shows that define a generation - Dragon Ball/DBZ surely pops into anyones mind. Of course, this series made its way to US shores in the 1990's, but it sure is a memorable one that not many anime fans can never forget. The series which lasted on Japanese TV for ten years and spawned over four-hundred TV episodes, toys, countless movies, and merchandise, etc. is now once again available in DVD format with a collection of the Dragon Ball movies. This is the first time that the set will contain the 'Blood Rubies' movie, while previous releases didn't. It also contains the last DB movie released in 1996 to commemorate the shows ten years anniversary and success. That movie, 'The Path to Power' is basically the enture first season of the show condensed into a ninety minute movie that contains top-notch movie animation quality that runs way smoother and fluid than the series ever did. If you are already a fan and own all of these, i'd suggest you save a few bucks and skip it. However, if you are a must have die-hard DB fan than this is a worthy compliation to add to one's DB collection. If you are new to the series, this is a good set to start off on. Also check out the DB DVD box sets that are now available and have all 153 episodes of the series at very affordable prices. Watch the show that captivated the world, started a phenomenon and introduced the US to what Japanese anime really is.
By KevinB "The Honey Badger" (High Point, North Carolina)
I have mixed feelings about this movie set. If you have seen the series then 2 of the movies are more or less a short summary of events in the series. The Curse of the Blood Rubies and Sleeping Princess in Devils Castle are new tales that are not covered in the Dragonball series. It's really just 2 useful movies. It is presented in 5.1 Dolby Digital surround sound and the video quality is very good. If you like Dragonball this set is a good buy.
I have mixed feelings about this movie set. If you have seen the series then 2 of the movies are more or less a short summary of events in the series. The Curse of the Blood Rubies and Sleeping Princess in Devils Castle are new tales that are not covered in the Dragonball series. It's really just 2 useful movies. It is presented in 5.1 Dolby Digital surround sound and the video quality is very good. If you like Dragonball this set is a good buy.
By Vince
Every movie is displayed perfectly in 4:3. Although I personally don't like the movies as much as the DBZ movies, this is a must for any true fan of the series. I would watch the whole Dragon Ball series first before watching this because the movies contain spoilers. Its hard to explain but you'll understand once you watch these movies. All in all the movie pack is great and is sold at a good price. I've heard people complain about the second movie having problems but I personally didn't see the problem. I thought every movie was pristine in quality. Happy watching!
Every movie is displayed perfectly in 4:3. Although I personally don't like the movies as much as the DBZ movies, this is a must for any true fan of the series. I would watch the whole Dragon Ball series first before watching this because the movies contain spoilers. Its hard to explain but you'll understand once you watch these movies. All in all the movie pack is great and is sold at a good price. I've heard people complain about the second movie having problems but I personally didn't see the problem. I thought every movie was pristine in quality. Happy watching!