Dragon Ball Z: Cooler's Revenge
Frieza is gone. Vengeance is coming.
Overview
After defeating Frieza, Goku returns to Earth and goes on a camping trip with Gohan and Krillin. Everything is normal until Cooler - Frieza's brother - sends three henchmen after Goku. A long fight ensues between our heroes and Cooler, in which he transforms into the fourth stage of his evolution and has the edge in the fight... until Goku transforms into a Super Saiyan.
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
Cooler's Revenge was released during the peak of Dragon Ball Z's popularity. It capitalizes on the success of the Frieza saga by introducing a related, even more powerful antagonist, allowing fans to experience a similar arc with a fresh villain. The movie's release coincided with a wave of 'what if' scenarios explored in Dragon Ball media, giving fans a glimpse into alternate power dynamics.
- Fast-paced and action-packed fight sequences that are visually impressive for the time.
- Features a unique and formidable villain in Cooler, whose transformations provide engaging visual spectacle and a serious threat to Goku.
- Explores themes of revenge and family ties, adding a layer of depth beyond just a typical power-scaling battle.
- Showcases a strong sense of teamwork and camaraderie among the Z Fighters as they unite against a common enemy.
Fun Facts
- Cooler's final form design bears a resemblance to Frieza's final form, emphasizing their familial connection and evolutionary lineage.
- The movie was dubbed and released in North America in 1995, introducing many Western audiences to Dragon Ball Z for the first time.
- The soundtrack is notable for its heavy metal-inspired tracks, which were quite different from the traditional anime scores of the time and helped contribute to the film's unique tone.