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5 out of 7 people found the following review useful: The Best Of DragonBall, 10 June 2002 Author: Super Goji-San (ash_ketchum09)
OK As A Huge Fan Of Dragonball Z I was (like most) dissapointed with the start of the DBGT it focused more on comedy than fighting. Later the creators started to pick up on this and so lots of fighting was added. The plot runs thus: Gokou training with Ubuu on Dende's lookout is wished back to being a kid by Pilaf (remember him?) and the black star dragonballs. Gokou is informed that unless the dragonballs are collected and returned to Earth in one year the Earth will explode there is one minor snag though , the dragonballs split across the whole universe. Gokou, Trunks and Pan (Gohan and Videl's daughter) travel all over the universe to collect the dragonballs and of course fight against some new enemies and some old ones with new power.The Good: Super Saiyan 4, Gokou-Vegeta and Gogeta, Pan is really CUTE!!!(my weird) really cool battles, the dragons are bad guys for once. Lots of humour and a cool new opening song.The Bad: Early episodes suck, New character designs are (mostly) horrible.Overall: This appears to be the last of the DragonBall series and so therefore it has a definitive ending (Gokou dies...sort of) and it also just happens to be one of the best of any type of show. Supposedly Funimation are making a movie version of DragonBall personally I hope not since the dubbed version is bad enough. So If you miss DB/DBZ then GT is what you need.
7 out of 11 people found the following review useful: Fine follow up to DragonBall Z, 8 February 2004 Author: Gav_tH from Scotland / UK
There are many complaints against DragonBall GT. Many people complain about the lack of characters who get things to do, the lack of favourite characters from the first two series, and the mix of styles from the first two series. The first DragonBall was a very comedic show that centered around Goku growing up as a child, while DragonBall Z introduced many new characters, evolved the existing ones and took itself a lot more seriously. Both shows worked fine in their individual styles, but did feel slightly contrasting next to each other.DragonBall GT is also disregarded by many fans, as the series original creator did not work on this series other than having the job of character consultant.But looking past the complaints, and regarding it as a series in it's own right, DragonBall GT is very fine. The first step it takes is noticeable - reducing Goku back to the state of a child. The second is probably more noticeable - reducing the regular cast list to only 3; only two of which were favourites from DragonBall Z. In later episodes, an all new fourth party is also added - Gil, a robot who swallowed the Dragon Radar from the original series - unfortunately, he generally slows things down, but at least there has been innovation, which is commendable.What this series does - and very successfully, it's worth noting - is consistently merge the comedic DragonBall with the action-laden DragonBall Z. Everyone is a winner here, even if their favourite style is not featured as much as in their favourite of the two original series. Reducing Goku to a child was a sensible move, as it allowed fans of the original who drifted during Z's adult-Goku to become interested in the series with the character they knew and loved again. The series utilises it's license to the fullest - resurrecting Emporer Pilaf from the original series (noticeably absent from DragonBall Z), and recreating the importance of the DragonBalls (who were generally merely aesthetic in DragonBall Z). The series also introduces the character of Pan - who showed a lot of potential at the end of DragonBall Z. Perhaps the most controversial aspect of the show, Pan does take up a lot of the screen time, but her character is a direct descendant of Bulma from the original series (despite family tree relations), with the role of 'growing up' given to Goku in DragonBall and Gohan in DragonBall Z.The series is not perfect, however. Early episodes are generally unengaging, with sometimes uninteresting villains and often farcical situations. The early episodes seem to focus mostly on the DragonBall style over the DragonBall Z one - and because of this the series feels alienated to those who have only experienced DBZ (which is probably a large percentage of the fanbase). Animation has dropped noticeably in quality from DragonBall Z - feeling a bit more 'clunky' and hard-edged. Character re-designs are generally awful; Vegeta starts off the series with a moustache, Gohan's glasses now dominate his face, Trunks has been given an odd suit that really can't be categorised, and Krillin is almost completely unrecogniseable from the first series.On a redeeming note, though, some character redesigns are good - Pan's costume suits the feel of the show, and Bulma looks exactly the same as in DBZ, save a few wrinkles. Goten also looks great as the skinny teenager, and his role is well written. Hercule also looks much better than expected with a bald patch.Fans of DBZ will be disappointed that many of the characters are left out of the action - Gohan, Goten and others seemingly never get to fight at all, or do anything of utmost importance. Krillin is annoyingly underused, but he was becoming like that in DragonBall Z as well. Yamcha, again, is noticeably missing. And most surprisingly, Vegeta gets considerably less screen-time in DBZ - though of all the supporting cast, he probably does the most, so it's not all bad.So what is DragonBall GT? It's a decidedly mixed bag - many good features, and many bad. But as a series in it's own right, it is very good, and a few steps above many other action animes that have all action and barely any substance. The light humour adds a lot, too, and feels very much a part of the DragonBall continuity. And because of the linked styles from the first two series, which works very well in the later episodes, the series really does take on a new perspective, and truly does feel like a DragonBall series. It's not perfect, but for fans of the series it's more of the same - repetitive fight after repetitive fight, with Hercule throwing in some overused (but still welcome) cameos here and there.A good follow up, if not perfect. Definitely worth investing in if a fan of either original series - or if DBZ left you begging for more - which it did for many people.
2 out of 2 people found the following review useful: A beautiful flourish to close the chapter of Dragonball, 20 April 2002 Author: urhash007 from New York
Dragonball GT began life in 1996 as the immediate 'sequel' to Dragonball Z. However, its creator Akira Toriyama was only used as a character consultant and its clear from watching the show that it has taken on a new creative and artistic spin.For the first 25 episodes the show returns to its roots with the original Dragonball, filled with oddball humor, various locales (and its denizens), and of course the hunt for the black star dragonballs. The premise of the whole series is that Son Gokuh has been turned into a little boy again by the evil Pilaf, and now must beat the clock to recover the black star dragonballs which have now spread out across the galaxy (as opposed to merely the Earth).As they wrap up their dragonball hunting, they unleash a mutant machine named Baby whose goal is to get revenge on Gokuh and take control of everyone on Earth. I won't spoil the plot from here on.What I truly enjoyed about this series was that all the characters seemed to have evolved and changed, although not in a way that alienates their original personality. Vegeta is still a hardass who wants to be the strongest fighter ever, but (as he had conceded at the end of DBZ) knows Gokuh is #1 and has made a life for himself with Bulma and his two kids. Trunks has turned from an arrogant brat into the mature Future Trunks we saw back in the Cell saga. It is this great attention to detail and plot that made this a joy to watch.The final two episodes are filled with raw emotion- deservedly so, for it represents the end of three generations of great anime. So long, Gokuh!
1 out of 1 people found the following review useful: An atrocity in all aspects, 9 November 2008 Author: usseniorairman from United States
There are so many logical errors in this show it's barely worth me stating. 1) Mystic Gohan is non existent 2) Uub is as powerful as MAJIN BUU yet plays absolutely no role in the show, somehow he is easily overpowered by every bad guy 3) The whole Super Saiyan 4 idea is retarded and it's appalling that he loses to super 17 (which is the worst idea for a DB villain EVER) 4) Super Saiyan 4 Goku is no match for Super 17 but non transformed Goku using a move he learned in a movie that wasn't supposed to happen, kills him with ease 5) Vegeta is utterly useless 6) No character other than Goku has any impact to the outcome of the battles 7) The series ends with a spirit bomb...come on 8) Goku invincible? absorbs dragonballs? lame 9) Gotenks?...better yet Goten??? Trunks??? they both suck 10) Super Saiyan 4 involves a magical transformation into an adult 11) Goku is a kid 12) Goku is a kid 13) No super saiyan level 2 (characterized by electricity) 14) No imagination with the animation of Gogeta 15) Gogeta utterly useless 16) Big Bang Kamehameha is the biggest let down in anime history (not really logical but I'm going off on a tangent) 17) Shortest character fights everI could go on longer if I hadn't repressed the majority of memories associated with this show. When I make enough money I am going to fund the remaking of this series.
Tries to be both "Dragonball" and "Dragonball Z", but fails to be as good as either., 18 October 2009 Author: Aaron1375 from Alabama
Still, it was a nice series, I do believe the main problems the show has are both rather easily fixed. Granted, it is to late to do that now. The first problem is the show needed more development. A good twenty episodes more could have helped this show immensely. That way some fights could have lasted longer, Vegeta could have had more face time and new characters explored a bit more. The other problem is the problems in the stories plot. These are not mistakes I am used to seeing in a Japanese animation, but rather the type found in American animation of the type found in a lot of the cartoon shows I watched in the 80's. Like they said let's forget about what happened here, and try this idea that does not fit in the universe anyway. However, complaints aside there is still a lot to enjoy about this series. It starts out like "Dragonball" with Goku being reduced to child form by black star dragonballs that for all purposes should not exist (see the plot problems complain). These balls are scattered across the universe and Goku, his granddaughter Pan and Trunks must track them down or the earth will be destroyed. Why they pick Trunks is a mystery, I would have rather seen Vegeta tag along as seeing his and Goku's friendship continue to develop after the Z series would have been nice, not to mention Trunks is virtually a non factor once the fighting portion of the show begins with the battle between Goku and Baby. During the search portion of the series the adventures tend to be on the humorous side and sometimes the annoying side as you wonder why Goku and Trunks do not simply turn into super saiyans during some of their fights as that would have simplified things immensely. Once Baby enters the picture the show shifts to more of a "Dragonball Z" feel to it. Then Android 17 reenters the fray and finally there are numerous battles with what are called shadow dragons with the final battle against a rather tough foe called Omega Shenron. Piccolo is almost a no show through the whole series only really making a contribution in the short Super 17 saga. Vegeta was needed more too, but he really makes an impact during the final battle with Omega as he fuses with Goku and Gogeta is born, for like a half an episode (a place where another episode would have worked). All in all though the fighting once Goku begins his battle with Baby as a Super Saiyan 4 is nearly nonstop the rest of the way. Shame it had to end the way it did, I would have liked to seen more, however as the original creator had stopped doing anything Dragonball at this time it was time for this show to be laid to rest.
An enjoyable children's show, 30 May 2003 Author: Soupy-chan (tsutanai@hotmail.com) from PA, USA
Dragonball GT is a charming, adorable children's show. The light humor that prevails throughout the show reminds us that it doesn't take itself too seriously.This is what angers me about many fans of Dragonball Z. They seem upset that this show has humor. Do you people forget so easily that Dragonball and its incarnates are for the same age group as Pocket Monsters (Pokémon)?!FunImation seems to do a "pick-and-choose" translation job on this as well as the other Dragonball series. The company tries to remove as much humor as they can, in an attempt to make this show seem more serious and "grown-up" than it really is. This should not be done; the show is for children and should not be messed with.The opening and ending themes, "Dan Dan" and "Hitori ja Nai" also embody the general feeling of this show: fun. These songs are good by themselves, but when placed next to the veritable manure "music" put out by FunImation, there is no comparison.If you're expecting a hard-core fighting show with no substance, go watch FunImation's rendition of Dragonball Z. However, if you want an enjoyable children's show with light humor, I strongly suggest Dragonball GT.
One of the most popular DragonBall series, ever!!, 28 September 2002 Author: Stan Smythe (stan97531@aol.com) from USA
This is the story 8 years after the end of DBZ, Pan, Goku, and Trunks are going to defeat Bebi, Super 17, and Evil Shenron. The coolest part is Goku and Vegeta turning into Super Saiyan 4. Man, You gotta love this series on Cartoon Network!!
Goku's 'Grand Tour' of the universe prolongs this great series. (heavy episode one *SPOILERS*), 31 May 2002 Author: p-nut-2 from Yanji, China
*** This review may contain spoilers ***
Dragonball Z seemed to last forever, 291 episodes following the trials and tribulations of Goku, one of the last of a race of humanoid alien warriors. Together with his friends they fought and thought their way through the toughest beings in the universe.Now it is 10 years later and due to an 'accident', Goku has been made in to a young boy again. So he sets off, exploring the universe with his grand-daughter, Pan and his nephew, Trunks to find the Black Star Dragonballs before they cause the Earth to explode.Dragonball GT carries on the series very well in this 'Grand Tour' of the universe. The Dragonballs themselves are much more of a focal point than before, and seeing as all the series have them in their name it's about time they became of upmost importance. The original series was all about saving Earth from destruction at the hands of some maniacs. This time the maniacs are the Dragonballs themselves.New enemies to conquer, as well as old ones you thought were gone for good. New friends, new moves and power levels that make a Kame-Hame-Ha look like a ping pong ball!And if you still want more, keep an eye out for the live action Dragonball Z movie in 2003-4, from 20th Century FOX and FUNimation.
Super!!!!!!!!!you gotta see this, 24 December 2000 Author: (batman7365@hotmail.com) from Rotterdam.Holland
Dragonball-Gt is my favorite anime. the head char is goku,goku gets wished little again by a dragon, goku is the strongest char of the Dragonballcrew,he and his earthling friends fight against the evil.Gohan is the son of Goku,at Dragonballz he is still a little boy but later in the series he gets grown up(he is very strong)he also has a daughter named Pan(also very strong for a girl)
Good, but not as good as the other Dragonballs, 4 October 2000 Author: johndunn (johndunn@mail.com) from Connecticut, US
DBGT starts of ten years after the end of the Dragon ball z series, with Goku training on Kami's lookout. Gohan is an adult now , married to Videl, and has a slightly out-of-control adolescent daughter named Pan.The series, being the only one NOT based off a comic series by its creator -Akira Toriyama, tries to be a balance between the previous two. Keeping the goofy fun of the first series, with a group of youngsters (Goku gets wished back to a child in the first ten minutes) on a quest for the Dragon balls, and mixes it with the action packed fights of the DBZ series.Its decent and its kinda nice seeing ur favorite characters getting a little older, if youre a fan. And Basically thats what it comes down to, if you're a fan, you'll like this series. If not, it probably wont be the one to convert you (but it could).
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