Dragonball: Evolution Synopsis & Summary
Synopsis
James Wong adapts the rich mythos of the Dragonball series that grew from a manga into various popular animated series with this 20th Century Fox production starring Justin Chatwin. The plot revolves around Goku (Chatwin), Earth's greatest champion, who must defend the planet against an invading race of alien warriors hell-bent on dominating the universe. Wong directs from his own script, with Kung Fu Hustle's Stephen Chow producing. Buffy the Vampire Slayer's James Marsters co-stars as the film's villain, Piccolo, with Jamie Chung playing Chi Chi and Emmy Rossum portraying Bulma. Hong Kong legend Chow Yun-Fat rounds out the cast as Master Roshi, Goku's mentor in the film. - Jeremy Wheeler, All Movie Guide
Movie Info
Starring:
Theatrical Release Date:
02/24/2009
DVD Release Date:
07/28/2009
Rating:
PG
MPAA Reasons:
for intense sequences of action/violence and brief mild language.
Run Time:
100 min.
Distributor(s):
20th Century Fox
Production Co.:
Dune Entertainment III, Star Overseas
Director(s):
Genre(s):
Themes:
Teachers and Students, Heroic Mission
Tone:
Rousing, Explosive
Keywords:
warrior
Country of Origin:
USA (04-10-2009)
Language:
English
Version of / Remake of:
Status:
DVD
