
Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone
Pray for those who took him.
Directed by Daisuke Nishio
Produced by Toei Animation, Toei Company
A high-energy martial arts adventure where heroes unite to rescue a kidnapped child and stop a villain's quest for immortality through supernatural means.
In order to wish for immortality and avenge his father, Garlic Jr. collects the dragon balls, kidnapping Goku's son Gohan in the process. Goku, Kami, Piccolo, and Krillin unite to rescue Gohan and save the world from being sucked into a dead zone.
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Is Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone violent? Yes. More violent than 88% of films.
Is Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone sad? Not especially. Less sad than 73% of films.
Does Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 70% of films.
Is Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 58% of films.
Is Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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